The Portland Symphony Orchestra welcomes Thomas Wilkins, principal conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, as guest conductor for a Sunday Classical concert at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20, at Merrill Auditorium in Portland. The matinee performance features the vibrant musical world of London, pre-World War I with performances of A Shropshire Lad, Rhapsody for […]
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Community Little Theatre announces lineup of shows for 83rd season
The L/A Community Little Theatre will open its 83rd season in January with the critically acclaimed comedy “It’s Only a Play” by Terrence McNally. Directed by veteran CLT performer, director, and choreographer Eileen Messina, “It’s Only a Play” will run January 19-22 and 26-29. Laughs ensue during an opening night party at a luxurious Manhattan […]
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Hall of Fame fiddler to perform at Oasis of Music
Frank Ferrel, widely regarded as a leading authority on North American traditional fiddle music, will perform on fiddle at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Trinity Church in Lewiston. He will be accompanied by Greg Boardman on guitar. Along with his collection, publishing and music research, Ferrel is […]
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Noted author, educator to discuss award-winning book at UMA
Author and educator Jennifer Richard Jacobson will discuss homelessness, research for her books, and also the writing process at 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, in the Katz Library at the University of Maine at Augusta. Interested participants may also attend via a Zoom meeting by registering with UMA Academic Logistics at 1-800-868-7000 or emailing […]
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Novel Jazz Septet presents matinee performance of jazz icons
The Novel Jazz Septet will be swinging over for a musical matinee by two of the most influential and acclaimed icons of jazz, Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 13 November, at the Saco River Theatre in Buxton. The matinee format is perfect for jazz lovers who don’t like a […]
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Scotland’s Tannahill Weavers to perform at 49 Franklin
Scotland’s Tannahill Weavers will bring their dynamic, traditional Celtic music to the stage at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8, at 49 Franklin in Rumford. The Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland’s premier traditional bands. Now in their 51st year, their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, original ballads and lullabies, […]
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Jazz guitarist to present intimate concert at Oasis of Music
John Smedley will be joined by bassist Tim Clough.
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Live music at Mixers this weekend
Hairy Pie will bring a second Halloween Weekend to the stage on Friday, Nov. 4, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. Band members Mikey Michaels (guitar/vocals), Marty Crue (bass), Nasty McCoy (drums), and Foxy Cocks (guitar) bring you back to all the 80s and early 90s hits from hair bands such as Poison Cinderella, Winger, […]
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‘The Victorian Ladies’ Detective Collective’ opens at The Public Theatre
The Public Theatre presents “The Victorian Ladies’ Detective Collective,” a kind of female “Sherlock Holmes” meets “Arsenic & Old Lace” in an entertaining murder mystery with a modern female sensibility. When a series of single women are mysteriously murdered in a London neighborhood, two strong-willed sisters team up with an American actress to catch the […]
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Maine Music Society announces 5th annual Online Auction
Looking for a unique shopping experience? Take a look at the assortment offered in the The Maine Music Society’s 5th annual Online Auction beginning at 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5. Items include everything from fishing flies tied by a local expert fly fisherman to homemade breads to a brand-new bike, vacation rentals, gift certificates […]