The Clemens Center is Elmira’s premier performing arts destination — a 1,652-seat theater on Clemens Center Parkway that has been the cultural anchor of the western Southern Tier since 1925. Named after Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain), who had deep ties to the Elmira area, the venue carries forward a tradition of arts and culture that runs through the city’s history.
The Clemens Center hosts touring Broadway productions, concerts, comedy shows, and community events in its main Powers Theater, along with more intimate performances in the smaller Mandeville Hall. The venue’s programming serves a wide audience, from families and theater enthusiasts to concert fans looking for quality live music without the drive to larger cities.
Located just off Route 17/I-86 in Elmira, the Clemens Center is easily accessible from across the Southern Tier and northern Pennsylvania. On-site parking makes logistics simple. For the western Southern Tier, the Clemens Center is the go-to destination for professional-caliber live entertainment.