Every Thursday. Right here. Entertainment highlights for the week, in town and beyond.
Gypsy Jazz
AUBURN – The ultra-cool guitar-jazz sounds of the 1930s Hot Club of France (think Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli) can be heard courtesy of The Hot Club of Portland and special guest Matt Glaser. • Where: Hilton Garden Inn, Auburn Riverwatch • When: TONIGHT at 7:30 p.m. • FMI: Contact L/A Arts at 782-7228, or visit www.laarts.org • Extra: Call the Hilton at 514-2207 about their pre-concert dining special.
Spring longing
PORTLAND – Think wistfully of warmer days while wandering amid the indoor garden exhibits at the Portland Flower Show, this year entitled, “The Soul of Gardening.” • Where: The Portland Company Complex, 58 Fore St. • When: Open through Sunday • Cost: Tickets $10 in advance or $12 at the door; discounts for seniors; children under 12 free • FMI: Call 775-4403 or visit www.portlandcompany.com
Theater for thought
LEWISTON – “Popcorn,” being performed at Bates College, explores the role of media in society as it tells the story of a film director held hostage by killers who hold him responsible for their actions. Written by Ben Elton (of BBC sitcom “Blackadder” fame). For adults only. • Where: Bates College Schaeffer Theatre, 305 College St. • When: March 10-12 and 17-19 at 8 p.m., Sunday matinees • Cost: $6 for the general public; $3 for seniors and non-Bates students • FMI: Call 786-6161.
NIN
PORTLAND – Thought you were going to miss the Nine Inch Nails concert at the Cumberland County Civic Center? Since the Feb. 28 show was canceled, the band has announced it will be back in town in June. Reserved seating tickets still available. • Where: CCCC • When: June 21 • FMI: Call 775-3458 or 775-3331, or contact Ticketmaster at 603-868-7300, or visit www.theciviccenter.com
(Also check out our weekly arts and entertainment section, Encore, every Friday, and the Spotlight calendar every Saturday, for a complete rundown on area events.)
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