River Arts of Damariscotta plans to present artist Bernadette de Cesare’s solo show, “Realm of the Subconscious,” in the River Room from Friday, March 18, through Wednesday, April 6, at 36 Elm Street Plaza. An opening reception is set for 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 19. de Cesare is a signature member of both the Pastel […]
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Looking Back on March 15
100 Years Ago: 1922 About $80 was realized from the Biblical play, “A Purim Dream,” presented by girls from the Lewiston-Auburn Y.W.H.A. in Abou Ben Adem Hall, Auburn, Wednesday evening. Half of that amount will be donated to some charitable organization in the near future. About 20 were present at the performance and many more […]
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Jewish music of Ukraine to be performed at Oasis of Music
Rabbi Sruli Dresdner will perform at the Oasis of Music at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16, at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. Dresdner will be playing accordion and singing Jewish music of Ukraine. He will be accompanied by Greg Boardman on viola. The Oasis of Music is a weekly music […]
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Remaining live performances of ‘Dancing Lessons’
Thursday, March 17, 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 18, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 3 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 2 p.m. Video on demand available through March 20 The Public Theatre is at 31 Maple St. Lewiston. Tickets: thepublictheatre.org and (207) 782-3200
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‘Dancing Lessons’ at Lewiston’s Public Theatre scores a 10
The production, featuring an injured dancer and a scientist needing a dance lesson, is a ‘joy to behold.’
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The Western Maine Art Group begins season with a First Friday Reception
The Western Maine Art Group begins its Spring season with a First Friday Reception set for 5-7 p.m. April 1 at the Matolcsy Art Center, 480 Main St. in Norway. This new exhibit will feature the artwork of Michael Ranucci and guest artists. A painter for many years, Ranucci’s work is in collections locally and […]
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Looking Back on March 14
100 Years Ago: 1922 Special internal revenue officer A.E. Ech, who has been at the Auburn Chamber of Commerce for several days, was busy every minute Saturday, it being his last day at the chamber. Hundreds have applied to him for aid in making out their income tax returns. 50 Years Ago: 1972 Planning for […]
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Midcoast Symphony Orchestra to Perform ‘Family Classics’
The Midcoast Symphony Orchestra conducted by Rohan Smith, plans to presents two concerts of music for the whole family at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at Gendron Franco Center, 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20 at the Orion Performing Arts Center, 50 Republic Ave. in Topsham. Musical triple threat, […]
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Not Fade Away — Grateful Dead Tribute set to perform in Madison
Not Fade Away — Grateful Dead Tribute — plans to take the stage at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at Somerset Abbey, 98 Main St. in Madison. Having performed at venues and festivals all over the region, the band has gained a dedicated following built upon celebrating the Grateful Dead’s unique relationship between the music, […]
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Maine Event Comedy presents Mark Scalia at Johnson Hall
Maine Event Comedy plans to present Mark Scalia at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at Johnson Hall Theater, 280 Water St. in Gardiner. The show also will feature Krystal Dyer and JJ Jones. Since starting his career in Boston, Scalia has entertained thousands of people across the U.S. and Canada. Scalia is the founder of […]