LEWISTON — The title of The Public Theatre’s current production, “Sexy Laundry,” is a wily play on words; the performance is a brilliant play OF words. Please, take your seat and study the stage prior to the opening scene. A lush hotel bedroom is the setting for this two-party tour de force. Red, the color […]
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Contest seeks modern interpretation of original Maine state seal
HALLOWELL — In celebration of the Maine State Bicentennial, The Harlow, in partnership with the Vaughan Woods & Historic Homestead, seeks a modern interpretation of the original Maine state seal to be hung over the mantel in the Vaughan Homestead dining room. One artist will be selected and awarded a $1,500 prize. The Vaughan Homestead […]
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Christine Letcher will perform at UMA Jewett Hall
AUGUSTA — The “Concerts at Jewett” series will feature Christine Letcher, soprano and pianist, and the band PUMA in concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 in Jewett Hall at the University of Maine at Augusta. Letcher’s program will explore the mutual influences and borrowing techniques of French classical composers with American jazz musicians in […]
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Auditions planned for children’s productions at Maine State Music Theatre
BRUNSWICK — Maine State Music Theatre will hold local children’s auditions for both “Frozen, Jr.” and “The Sound of Music.” Both auditions will be held at 22 Elm St. Auditions for “Frozen, Jr.” will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, with call backs at 3 p.m if selected. The audition […]
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Portland Symphony Orchestra welcomes Grammy-nominated pianist Joyce Yang
PORTLAND — Portland Symphony Orchestra welcomes Grammy-nominated pianist Joyce Yang for a performance at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11, at Merrill Auditorium. The performance will be led by guest conductor Aram Demirjian. Yang first came to international attention in 2005 when she won the silver medal at the 12th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. The […]
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Guitarist Jim Gallant returns to The Oasis of Music
LEWISTON — The Oasis of Music will host the return of guitar wizard Jim Gallant beginning at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29. Gallant will present a program of his original songs from his past four CDs, plus some “new stuff.” Whether performing at a coffeehouse, college concert or an outdoor festival, Gallant’s music has never […]
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Auburn Public Library offers Maine Bicentennial book group
The Auburn Public Library has been selected by the Maine Humanities Council to offer “Let’s Talk About It,” a free reading and discussion group with copies of books available through the library. The series “Yankees and Strangers: The New England Town from 1636 – 1992,” begins Feb. 24, 6 p.m. at the Auburn Library and continues […]
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Rock Hard Johnson at Mixers on Friday
Rock Hard Johnson returns at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. They cover songs we all grew up with! Band members are Luc Bergeron, Jerry Perron, Mark Couturier, and Moe McKenna. There is no cover charge and plenty of free parking. Mixers is located at 136 Sabattus Rd., […]
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Moticon at Mixers on Saturday
Mixers brings you Moticon at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25 at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. A great band covering an array of artists such as Tom Petty, Guns and Roses, Van Halen , Katy Perry, Grace Potter, Poison, Def Leppard, Evenescence, Green Day, The Pretty Reckless, The Black Crowes, ZZ Top, Velvet Revolver, Alanis […]
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Bald Hill ‘All Dead Revue’ at Guthries
Bald Hill will host an “All Dead Revue” at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, at She Doesn’t Like Guthries in Lewiston. The performance will feature Ben Detroy and Hal Phillips and friends. There is no cover. She Doesn’t Like Guthries is located at 115 Middle St., Lewiston. For more information, call (207) 376-3344.