“This fall season is an excellent representation of the range of USM’s faculty and Maine’s home grown talent; it is breathtaking,” said Alan Kaschub, interim director of the USM School of Music. “Edgy musical theater, profound Mahler song, virtuosic piano, swinging jazz and even an outdoor band concert all will happen in one semester.” Kaschub […]
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Five Face North to play at New Auburn legion hall August 22
The William J. Rogers American Legion Post 153, at 71 South Main Street in New Auburn, will host a happy hour from 5-7 p.m. followed by a dance with live music from 7-11 p.m. featuring the local band on Friday, Aug. 22. Band members are, from left: Paul Moreau, Craig Uecker, Chuck Herman, Derek Cote, […]
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Night life calendar for the week of August 3
Some events require tickets or are subject to other limitations. If in doubt, we recommend you contact the venue. Night Life listings must be e-mailed to [email protected] and received no later than Monday. Tonight Film: Obvious Child, 6 and 8 p.m., Frontier, Brunswick Sunday Night Dance Party with Steve Colella, 8 p.m., Mixers, Sabattus Open […]
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Concert on Augusta library’s lawn August 7
KGFREEZE, the latest project of multi-talented musician , pictured here, will perform at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, on the lawn of Lithgow Public Library as part of the library’s outdoor Summer Concert Series. The Portland-based band plays a mix of rock, pop and R&B. In addition to Gervais, band members include Derek Gierhan, TJ […]
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USM Department of Theatre announces 2014-15 season offerings
GORHAM — The University of Southern Maine Department of Theatre will present an innovative and enlightening six-show season for 2014-2015, replete with skirt-chasing dames, lonely love-torn souls, original dance, a production at the Portland Stage Studio Theater featuring a satirical southern belle and her hypochondriac son, followed by a pistol-packing nun, and the Maine premiere […]
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Bandstand concert in Bethel August 2
BETHEL – Bring lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and kids to the Bethel Common every Sunday at 4 p.m. (rain or shine) in August for Mahoosuc Arts Council’s Sunday Free Bandstand Concerts. Donnie Katlin and Jewel Clark will play many old and new favorites on Sunday, Aug. 2. This duo offers country, folk, blues and rock, […]
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Seth Warner Trio at Guthries in Lewiston August 1
At 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, the Trio will perform at Guthries on Middle St. in Lewiston. Actively engaged in arts presentation and promotion, Warner manages the Olin Arts Center at Bates College and has also served as executive producer for several internationally acclaimed classical recordings. He plays exclusively on Bourgeois guitars hand-built in Lewiston. […]
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DumBum to rock Fire House Grille in Auburn August 1
At 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, will rock the stage at the Fire House Grille, 47 Broad St. in Auburn. There is no cover charge.
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Community band concert in Bethel August 11
BETHEL — Mahoosuc Community Band will play its summer concert at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 11, at West Parish Congregational United Church of Christ, 32 Church St. Patricia Boyle-Wight directs the community band. Refreshments will follow the concert. Donations accepted to help pay for music purchases. For more information, email [email protected].
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A Mighty Lion’s debut CD to be released August 5
LEWISTON — Reggae and summer go great together. Based in Lewiston and surrounding areas, A Mighty Lion’s debut CD “One Creation” is a mix of high-energy rock and feel good flow tunes that are the perfect road trip for any soul. This four-piece act will celebrate the CD’s release and close out the summer season […]