Review: ANGELS IN AMERICA in the New Millennium at Portland Stage
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - May 13, 2024
Portland Stage joins forces with the Dramatic Repertory Company to revive Tony Kushner’s multiple award-winning 1991 drama, ANGELS IN AMERICA, in a production that Artistic Director Anita Stewart proudly calls “all Maine-made.” The company has shouldered the huge task of presenting the sprawling seven-hour epic in two parts, the first of which “Millennium Approaches” proves its ability to create a powerful emotional impact long after its premiere.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - May 13, 2024
Portland Stage joins forces with the Dramatic Repertory Company to revive Tony Kushner’s multiple award-winning 1991 drama, ANGELS IN AMERICA, in a production that Artistic Director Anita Stewart proudly calls “all Maine-made.” The company has shouldered the huge task of presenting the sprawling seven-hour epic in two parts, the first of which “Millennium Approaches” proves its ability to create a powerful emotional impact long after its premiere.
MY WITCH: The Margaret Hamilton Stories Comes to The New Boothbay Summer Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2024
Boothbay Summer Theater has announced its second season of offerings will include the one-woman show 'MY WITCH: The Margaret Hamilton Stories' performing June 27 through 30 at Boothbay Harbor's Carousel Music Theater during the region's Windjammer Days festival.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2024
Boothbay Summer Theater has announced its second season of offerings will include the one-woman show 'MY WITCH: The Margaret Hamilton Stories' performing June 27 through 30 at Boothbay Harbor's Carousel Music Theater during the region's Windjammer Days festival.
Interview: MSMT in 2024: Raring to Go & Bursting at the Seams
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - May 08, 2024
“The world is coming back online, and people are getting back to who they were before the pandemic,” declares MSMT Artistic Director Curt Dale Clark. “Ticket sales are as close as they have come to pre-pandemic levels, and there is an extraordinary buzz surrounding the upcoming 2024 season.”
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - May 08, 2024
“The world is coming back online, and people are getting back to who they were before the pandemic,” declares MSMT Artistic Director Curt Dale Clark. “Ticket sales are as close as they have come to pre-pandemic levels, and there is an extraordinary buzz surrounding the upcoming 2024 season.”
Ogunquit's Leavitt's Theatre Rings In Its 99th Season With BURLESQUE BEYOND THE BEACH!
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2024
Burlesque Beyond the Beach returns to The Leavitt Theatre June 1, July 19 and August 31, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2024
Burlesque Beyond the Beach returns to The Leavitt Theatre June 1, July 19 and August 31, 2024.
LUNENBURG Begins Performances This May At The Public Theatre!
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2024
The Public Theatre presents the anticipated U.S. premiere of Lunenburg playing at Lewiston/Auburn's professional theatre, May 3 – 12.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2024
The Public Theatre presents the anticipated U.S. premiere of Lunenburg playing at Lewiston/Auburn's professional theatre, May 3 – 12.
LUNENBERG Begins Performances At The Public Theatre This May
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2024
The Public Theatre will present the U.S. premiere of Lunenburg, running May 3 – 12.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2024
The Public Theatre will present the U.S. premiere of Lunenburg, running May 3 – 12.
Spotlight: HEAD OVER HEELS! at Waterville Opera House
by BWW Special Offer - April 19, 2024
Opening Next Week at the Waterville Opera House: Head Over Heels!
by BWW Special Offer - April 19, 2024
Opening Next Week at the Waterville Opera House: Head Over Heels!
Portland Stage to Present ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART 1- MILLENIUM APPROACHES
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
Catch the latest production of ANGELS IN AMERICA PT 1, presented by PORTLAND STAGE.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
Catch the latest production of ANGELS IN AMERICA PT 1, presented by PORTLAND STAGE.
USM Theatre Celebrates Return of Annual Dance Concert
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
April 25th & 26th will mark a new chapter in the USM Dance program as faculty and guest choreographers bring back the annual Spring Dance Concert with original works inspired by themes of reclamation and renewal.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
April 25th & 26th will mark a new chapter in the USM Dance program as faculty and guest choreographers bring back the annual Spring Dance Concert with original works inspired by themes of reclamation and renewal.
Royal River Community Players Perform MATILDA This May
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
This May, Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, is coming to the Royal River Community Players (RRCP) Playhouse from May 17-26, 2024. Under the direction of Janie Downey, the musical is based on Roald Dahl's beloved novel, and features a book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
This May, Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, is coming to the Royal River Community Players (RRCP) Playhouse from May 17-26, 2024. Under the direction of Janie Downey, the musical is based on Roald Dahl's beloved novel, and features a book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin.
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Rocks Portland's Merrill Auditorium
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 13, 2024
What did our critic think of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Merrill Auditorium?
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 13, 2024
What did our critic think of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Merrill Auditorium?
Cast Set For HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at Monmouth Community Players
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2024
The Monmouth Community Players have announced the cast for Heathers, The Musical, lyrics and book by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy, based on the film by the same name.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2024
The Monmouth Community Players have announced the cast for Heathers, The Musical, lyrics and book by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy, based on the film by the same name.
ON THE OCEAN WEEKEND Music Festival Returns This Summer
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2024
On the Ocean Weekend, the beloved music festival curated by the iconic band Guster, is set to return to Portland for its 6th unforgettable weekend of music, fan experiences, and local flavor.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2024
On the Ocean Weekend, the beloved music festival curated by the iconic band Guster, is set to return to Portland for its 6th unforgettable weekend of music, fan experiences, and local flavor.
Review: Maine State Ballet Revives the Magic of CINDERELLA
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - March 31, 2024
Maine State Ballet revives one of its favorite classics, CINDERELLA, in an elegant and ageless production with the choreography of Linda MacArthur Miele and the design wizardry of Gail Csoboth. The production, grounded in the Balanchine tradition in which Miele was nurtured, is eloquent in its disarming simplicity of narrative and timeless traditionalism of its dance. Set to Serge Prokofiev’s stirring score, Miele’s eighty minutes of dance offers an afternoon of enchantment.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - March 31, 2024
Maine State Ballet revives one of its favorite classics, CINDERELLA, in an elegant and ageless production with the choreography of Linda MacArthur Miele and the design wizardry of Gail Csoboth. The production, grounded in the Balanchine tradition in which Miele was nurtured, is eloquent in its disarming simplicity of narrative and timeless traditionalism of its dance. Set to Serge Prokofiev’s stirring score, Miele’s eighty minutes of dance offers an afternoon of enchantment.
Ogunquit Playhouse Shares Results of 2023 Economic Impact Study
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
Ogunquit Playhouse has shared the results of its 2023 Economic Impact Study. ConsultEcon was retained by The Playhouse to evaluate and quantify its annual economic impacts and fiscal benefits for York County (Local Economy) and the State of Maine (Regional Economy).
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
Ogunquit Playhouse has shared the results of its 2023 Economic Impact Study. ConsultEcon was retained by The Playhouse to evaluate and quantify its annual economic impacts and fiscal benefits for York County (Local Economy) and the State of Maine (Regional Economy).
Writers Announced For Johnny Mercer Foundation's Inaugural Songwriting Intensive In Maine
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2024
The Johnny Mercer Foundation (JMF) has announced the writers selected for their first annual Songwriting Intensive at Snow Pond Center for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2024
The Johnny Mercer Foundation (JMF) has announced the writers selected for their first annual Songwriting Intensive at Snow Pond Center for the Arts.
Historic Deertrees Theatre Announces 88th Summer Entertainment Season
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2024
Historic Deertrees Theatre has announced its 88th season summer of events and entertainment.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2024
Historic Deertrees Theatre has announced its 88th season summer of events and entertainment.
USM Department of Theatre And Osher School of Music, Present The Maine Premiere of THE PROM
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2024
Catch the premiere of THE PROM by the USM Department of Theatre. Experience this exciting new production brought to life by the talented students and faculty of the University of Southern Maine.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2024
Catch the premiere of THE PROM by the USM Department of Theatre. Experience this exciting new production brought to life by the talented students and faculty of the University of Southern Maine.
Mad Horse Theatre Company Presents TUMACHO, A COWBOY COMEDY This Spring
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2024
Catch the hilarious cowboy comedy TUMACHO by Ethan Lipton at Mad Horse Theatre Company from April 11 - May 5.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2024
Catch the hilarious cowboy comedy TUMACHO by Ethan Lipton at Mad Horse Theatre Company from April 11 - May 5.
AIDA Comes to Opera Maine's Mainstage This Summer
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
Opera Maine will present an original production of Verdi's Aida, at Merrill Auditorium this summer. Performances are on Thursday, July 25 (7:30 p.m.) and Sunday, July 28 (2:30 p.m.).
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2024
Opera Maine will present an original production of Verdi's Aida, at Merrill Auditorium this summer. Performances are on Thursday, July 25 (7:30 p.m.) and Sunday, July 28 (2:30 p.m.).
Monmouth Community Players Reveals Cast of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
The Monmouth Community Players have announced the cast for Heathers, The Musical, lyrics and book by Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy, based on the film by the same name.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2024
The Monmouth Community Players have announced the cast for Heathers, The Musical, lyrics and book by Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy, based on the film by the same name.
SECRET HOUR Comes to the Public Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2024
The Public Theatre will produce the new play Secret Hour, March 15 – 24. This will be the play’s second production after its world premiere last year in New York.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2024
The Public Theatre will produce the new play Secret Hour, March 15 – 24. This will be the play’s second production after its world premiere last year in New York.
Review: A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE at Hill Arts Center
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - March 02, 2024
Portland’s Good Theater poetic, poignant revival of the Ahrens/Flaherty musical, A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, exquisitely directed by Brian P. Allen, marks several memorable milestones for this company which has been a jewel in Portland’s theatrical scene for twenty-one seasons.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - March 02, 2024
Portland’s Good Theater poetic, poignant revival of the Ahrens/Flaherty musical, A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, exquisitely directed by Brian P. Allen, marks several memorable milestones for this company which has been a jewel in Portland’s theatrical scene for twenty-one seasons.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Comes to Portland Stage Company in March
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2024
Portland Stage Company will present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME in March. Performances run March 6-24, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2024
Portland Stage Company will present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME in March. Performances run March 6-24, 2024.
A PIRATE'S LIFE FOR SHE Comes to UMaine School Of Performing Arts This Week
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2024
The University of Maine School of Performing Arts is taking to the high seas with the latest production from its Division of Theatre and Dance.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2024
The University of Maine School of Performing Arts is taking to the high seas with the latest production from its Division of Theatre and Dance.
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