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New Executive Director Takes The Reins at The Public Theatre In Lewiston

New Executive Director Takes The Reins at The Public Theatre In Lewiston

by BWW News Desk — January 6, 2024
Lewiston native Ray Dumont will be stepping into Christopher Schario's shoes as Executive Director, and artistic continuity will be maintained as current Co-Artistic Director Janet Mitchko assumes the role as the sole Artistic Director for the Theatre.
INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP Comes to the Public Theatre This Month

INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP Comes to the Public Theatre This Month

by BWW News Desk — January 4, 2024
Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help by Katie Forgette comes to the Public Theatre in Maine this month.
Waldo Theater Receives $5,000 Grant From the Maine Community Foundation's Theatre Fu

Waldo Theater Receives $5,000 Grant From the Maine Community Foundation's Theatre Fund

by BWW News Desk — December 28, 2023
The Waldo Theatre has received a $5,000 grant from the Maine Community Foundation’s Theatre Fund.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Maine Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Maine Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

by BWW Awards — December 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight.
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Maine Awards; SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, DAVINCI CODE,  & More

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Maine Awards; SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, DAVINCI CODE, & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Students And Educators Attend A CHRISTMAS CAROL At The Public Theatre

Students And Educators Attend A CHRISTMAS CAROL At The Public Theatre

by BWW News Desk — December 13, 2023
Over 1,300 students from 25 schools and organizations throughout Maine recently attended five Student Matinee performances of The Public Theatre's acclaimed production of ‘A Christmas Carol.
BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, DAVINCI CODE,  & More Lead!

BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, DAVINCI CODE, & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 11, 2023
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Parish Unitarian Universalist to Offer 97th Annual PAGEANT OF THE NATIVITY

First Parish Unitarian Universalist to Offer 97th Annual PAGEANT OF THE NATIVITY

by BWW News Desk — December 6, 2023
First Parish Unitarian Universalist presents the 97th Annual Pageant of the Nativity in Downtown Portland on December 17.
BroadwayWorld Maine Awards December 5th Standings;  Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

BroadwayWorld Maine Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

by BWW Awards — December 5, 2023
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Fenix Theatre Company to Present 12TH NIGHT: A HOLIDAY MUSICAL, Portland's New Holid

Fenix Theatre Company to Present 12TH NIGHT: A HOLIDAY MUSICAL, Portland's New Holiday Tradition

by BWW News Desk — December 4, 2023
Experience the magic of 12TH NIGHT: A HOLIDAY MUSICAL, Portland's newest holiday tradition.
12TH NIGHT: SHAKESPEARE & SONG Comes to the Fenix Theatre

12TH NIGHT: SHAKESPEARE & SONG Comes to the Fenix Theatre

by BWW News Desk — December 4, 2023
Fenix Theatre Company presents a production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night that's fit for the season.
Cirque du Soleil Will Bring CORTEO to Portland in 2024

Cirque du Soleil Will Bring CORTEO to Portland in 2024

by BWW News Desk — December 4, 2023
Corteo, the most enchanting arena production from Cirque du Soleil is back in North  America and heading to Portland, ME, set to charm audiences once again.
Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards

Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards

by BWW Awards — November 29, 2023
Voting is now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Portland Stage to Present Holiday Classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Portland Stage to Present Holiday Classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL

by BWW News Desk — November 24, 2023
Portland Stage Company is bringing back a locally adapted holiday classic paired with a winter clothing drive to benefit Maine Needs.
USM Theatre Opens TOO MUCH LIGHT MAKES THE BABY GO BLIND, November 30

USM Theatre Opens TOO MUCH LIGHT MAKES THE BABY GO BLIND, November 30

by BWW News Desk — November 21, 2023
Join the USM Department of Theatre for the high-octane, interactive theatre experience of 'Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind.
Tom Mula's JACOB MARLEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Presented at Theater At Monmouth This

Tom Mula's JACOB MARLEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Presented at Theater At Monmouth This Holiday Season

by BWW News Desk — November 13, 2023
Theater at Monmouth's 54th year will conclude with the return of Tom Mula's comedic take on a Holiday favorite, Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol Featuring Paul Haley.
MCPKIDS! to Present ELF THE MUSICAL JR Next Month

MCPKIDS! to Present ELF THE MUSICAL JR Next Month

by BWW News Desk — November 6, 2023
MCPKIDS! presents 'Elf The Musical JR' in collaboration with Monmouth Community Players.
Review: Good Theater Pays Tribute to Broadway's Golden Age in BROADWAY AT THE GOOD: T

Review: Good Theater Pays Tribute to Broadway's Golden Age in BROADWAY AT THE GOOD: THE TWIN PIANO EDITION

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — November 5, 2023
The Good Theater presents a fresh take on its annual musical revue, BROADWAY AT THE GOOD: THE TWIN PIANO EDITION, this time honoring six seminal musicals from Broadway’s Golden Age, performed by a sprightly company of nine under the direction of Brian P.
MY WITCH, THE MARGARET HAMILTON STORIES Will Play At The Public Theatre, November 10-

MY WITCH, THE MARGARET HAMILTON STORIES Will Play At The Public Theatre, November 10- 12

by BWW News Desk — November 1, 2023
Have a spellbinding time at My Witch, The Margaret Hamilton Stories at The Public Theatre.
BWW Review: Portland Stage Celebrates 50th Season with Monica Wood's SAINT DAD

BWW Review: Portland Stage Celebrates 50th Season with Monica Wood's SAINT DAD

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — October 30, 2023
Portland Stage opens its fiftieth season with a warm, witty, insightful new play by one of Maine’s most original voices, Monica Wood, in a stylish production directed by Sally Wood.
Mad Horse Theatre Presents The Maine Premier Of WHITE By James Ijames

Mad Horse Theatre Presents The Maine Premier Of WHITE By James Ijames

by BWW News Desk — October 25, 2023
Mad Horse Theatre presents the Maine Premier of 'White' by James Ijames, a thought-provoking play that explores race, gender, sexuality, and art.
BWW Review: Luminous Production of FIREFLIES Opens Good Theater Season

BWW Review: Luminous Production of FIREFLIES Opens Good Theater Season

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — October 23, 2023
The Good Theater opens its 21st season with a luminous production of Matthew Barber’s poignant 2017 play about the flickers of late-life romance, expertly directed by Brian P.
Review: Lewiston Public Theatre Opens Season with World Premiere of PAINT NIGHT

Review: Lewiston Public Theatre Opens Season with World Premiere of PAINT NIGHT

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — October 22, 2023
The Public Theatre in Lewiston opens its 2023-24 season with the world premiere of Cary Crim’s latest work, PAINT NIGHT, a heartfelt exploration of the complexities and conflicts that confront mothers and daughters in our contemporary world.
Critically Acclaimed FATHER FIGURES To Premiere Online On Omeleto with Free Viewing F

Critically Acclaimed FATHER FIGURES To Premiere Online On Omeleto with Free Viewing For Global Audiences

by BWW News Desk — October 18, 2023
Critically Acclaimed 'Father Figures' premieres on Omeleto - Free viewing for global audiences.
RABBIT HOLE Comes to University Of Maine School Of Performing Arts

RABBIT HOLE Comes to University Of Maine School Of Performing Arts

by BWW News Desk — October 18, 2023
Rabbit Hole, by David Lindsay-Abaire, will be running at UMaine's Hauck Auditorium October 19-22, with performances at 7:30 PM Oct.

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