Arts & Entertainment Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

The show must go on: Lakewood Theater opens, despite pandemic

by Amy Calder August 9, 2020August 12, 2020

On the shores of Lake Wesserunsett in Madison, Lakewood is the oldest continuously operating summer theater in the United States.

Arts & Entertainment, Maine

Whom does the view of Katahdin belong to?

by Bob Keyes August 9, 2020August 10, 2020

An observation tower put up for hikers changed the view for artists, a conflict that could continue with more development in the area.

Arts & Entertainment

Maine native a handy man to have around Hollywood

by Ray Routhier August 2, 2020August 3, 2020

Buxton native Jeff Davis has been living his dream in Hollywood for nearly 30 years, playing character roles in a wide variety of TV shows and films while also working as a home repairman to the stars.

Arts & Entertainment, Maine

Port City Music Hall announces permanent closure

by Edward D. Murphy July 29, 2020July 30, 2020

Lauren Wayne, general manager of the company that owns the venue, says it couldn’t survive the lack of revenue during the pandemic.

Arts & Entertainment, News

New York to investigate concert featuring Maine musician for social-distancing violations

by Ray Routhier July 28, 2020July 28, 2020

The charity show on Saturday featured Freeport native Drew Taggart, half of the pop duo The Chainsmokers.

Arts & Entertainment, Maine, Politics

Maine music venues, theaters relying on federal relief to reopen

by Bob Keyes July 27, 2020July 28, 2020

One promoter believes arts venues will close without funding this week.

Arts & Entertainment, Maine

Vassalboro mechanic provides time travel in a Ford Model T

by Rich Abrahamson July 23, 2020July 24, 2020

Peter Reny restores, repairs and sells vintage Fords to those who haven’t the time to work on the cars themselves, but appreciate owning and driving a classic car.