Chelmsford Center for the Arts

Chelmsford Center for the Arts offers a wide variety of performing arts including rock, pop, jazz, country, theatre, and children's events. The Chelmsford Center for the Arts is the premiere performing and visual arts venue in the Chelmsford area. Offering a variety of programming such as classes, clubs, theater, concerts, private events and much, much more! The CCA is a community center that focuses on connection, cultural expression, healing, storytelling, and play through the arts.​ Our mission is to provide high quality programs, performances, and third spaces in theater, visual arts, music, film, youth/teen development, and more.​ At the CCA, we prioritize mental health, wellness, art, creativity, diversity, and community. Nestled in Chelmsford's historic Town Hall, the Chelmsford Center for the Arts is proud to be the town's only public art institution. The heart of the Merrimack Valley town's government from 1879-1981, the Old Town Hall was used as a community center and even as a charter school until November 8, 2009, when it became the home for inspiring arts and cultural experiences.​​ Our building is fully accessible, with an elevator to carry guests to all levels, as well as to the stage itself. The CCA is proud to have a Hearing Loop assistive listening system in our Veterans Memorial Auditorium. Guests may enter at ground level at our new main entrance from the parking lot or by way of the Ceremonial Entry, taking the grand double staircase to Veterans Memorial Auditorium.​​ Executive Director - Lauren Cochran (she/her) Lauren Cochran worked at the Chelmsford Public School System for 26 years as a music and theatre teacher. With well over 100 directing credits, her plays received many awards from both the Massac. It has a positive rating from the customers who have reviewed it. It is located near North Road, Littleton Road, Chelmsford Public Garden, Ellen Theatrical, Chelmsford Town Common, and Boston Road.