July 3: 1-4 p.m. Guided tours of the Dr. Moses Mason House, Bethel Historical Society 6-9 p.m. Live music and Independence Eve fireworks, Bethel Inn Resort July 4: 11:30 a.m. Bethel Historical Society annual picnic and concert 1-4 p.m. Guided tours of the Dr. Moses Mason House, Bethel Historical Society 5-7 p.m. High Street Art […]

Come expecting some boisterous music: three-part harmonies, fire-breathing fiddle and mandolin licks, and the thump-thump of a stand-up bass. Critics have commented that Tricky Britches reintroduces us to the delicious crudeness of early-century tunes at the same time they manage to produce some originals that “sound old as dirt.” The concert will be offered free […]

A highlight of the summer for area concert lovers, the Festival series is noted for presenting a wide array of classical works, both traditional and contemporary, performed by some of the country’s finest artists. Music Director Laurie Kennedy is highly regarded for designing programs that are stunning in variety and excitement. Whether you are a […]

Deertrees Theatre serves up the perfect dessert to your 4th of July celebrations HARRISON — As the embers fade on the barbecue from your 4th of July celebrations, extend the real feel for summer and head to Deertrees Theatre for an upcoming concert. The historic building and grounds are spruced up and inviting you to […]

Wednesday, July 2 at 7 p.m. – RIGOLETTO: Tony Award-winning director Michael Mayer’s acclaimed production, the talk of the opera world when it premiered in 2013, sets the action of Verdi’s masterpiece in the neon-lit world of 1960s Las Vegas. In this bold new vision Piotr Beczala is the Duke, a popular entertainer and casino […]

NAPLES — Lake Region Community Theatre has announced that its summer musical will be “Annie.” Director Mary Bastoni has cast more than 30 people ages eight and up in this play based on the comic strip character, Little Orphan Annie (played by Margaret MacLeod and Jordan Meier). Because there are so many talented orphans, Bastoni […]

Poulin is best known for her live performances, including the play “Ida: Woman Who Runs with the Moose.” She writes about and performs as “Ida LeClair” throughout New England. Her plays, which also include “Ida’s Havin’ a Yard Sale” and “A Very Ida Christmas,” have won numerous awards. Selected by Portland Magazine as one of […]

MONMOUTH — Auditions for Theater at Monmouth’s fall production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s “The Sorcerer” will be held on Monday, July 14, beginning at 3 p.m. at Cumston Hall. Interested singers, dancers, and actors are invited to schedule an audition for the production which will be directed by associate artistic director, Bill Van Horn. The […]