The Klein Memorial Auditorium, located in Bridgeport, CT, is a premier performing arts center that aims to enrich, educate, and entertain through arts and ideas. With a seating capacity of 1,447, The Klein serves as a hub for the Bridgeport community and beyond. It was built in 1940 and is one of the only seven remaining Broadway-sized stages in Connecticut.

The auditorium, designed in the elegant Art Deco style by local architect Leonard Asheim, features stunning bronze doors, a marble lobby, inlaid wood, and geometric motifs. Over the years, The Klein has evolved from being a rental house to a vibrant cultural hub. It now operates over 150 days per year, hosting a variety of events and performances.

As a nonprofit organization, The Klein relies on the support of foundations, government, corporations, and individuals to fund its programs. Notably, it is the home to four resident companies: Academy of New England Ballet Company, ConnectUs, Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras, and Fairfield County Children's Choir. Additionally, The Klein hosts dance companies, concert promoters, civic ceremonies, and graduations.

The Klein has showcased an array of talents, including renowned acts such as the Vienna Boys Choir, Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Ensemble, and Loretta Swit from M*A*S*H. In addition to its diverse programming, The Klein is also committed to offering the only tuition-free after-school arts program in Bridgeport, known as Klein Theatre Arts. To continue providing exceptional programming and opportunities, The Klein relies on the generosity of the community.

Donations to this 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization are tax-deductible and play a vital role in sustaining its mission. Stay connected with The Klein by joining their mailing list and be the first to receive updates on upcoming events and performances