Maine Theatre Newsroom

Ogunquit Playhouse in association with Lythgoe Family Productions will present a reading of the new musical To Sir With Love, based on the autobiographical novel by E.R. Braithwaite, on November 13, 2023 in New York.

MCPKIDS! presents 'Elf The Musical JR' in collaboration with Monmouth Community Players. Follow the journey of Buddy, a young orphan who discovers his true identity and sets out on a mission to find his birth father in New York City. This heartwarming production features a talented cast of 32 students aged 7-13.

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. Allen, who conceived and directed the show and serves as its charming emcee.

Have a spellbinding time at My Witch, The Margaret Hamilton Stories at The Public Theatre. This amazing tale explores the life of Margaret Hamilton, the actress behind The Wicked Witch of The West in The Wizard of Oz. Actress Jean Tafler delivers a mesmerizing portrayal of Hamilton's fascinating career. Don't miss this delightful show playing Nov 10-12.

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. Portland Stage’s commitment to new work has been an enduring one, and surely one of the theatre’s brightest new endeavors has been to nurture the playwrighting talents of Monica Wood. Her latest work, SAINT DAD, is a polished and poignant play about the intersection of people from two very different worlds brought together by the sale of a family camp in rural Maine and the journey they take individually and collectively to reach some transformative epiphanies.

Mad Horse Theatre presents the Maine Premier of 'White' by James Ijames, a thought-provoking play that explores race, gender, sexuality, and art. Follow Gus and Vanessa as they embark on a journey to create the perfect Black woman artist, leading to unexpected consequences. Don't miss this powerful production from November 15th to December 10th.

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. Allen, starring Valerie Perri in a nuanced, delicate and incandescent performance. FIREFLIES, as the title and central metaphor suggest, draws a subtle portrait of the sparks that simmer repressed in a lonely woman’s soul, only to be kindled by the attentions of an erratic, but appealing drifter who comes into her life and enables her to shake off decades of claustrophobic expectations.   Barber draws his four characters with great insight and empathy, and though the ending may be fated from the start, keeps the audience guessing as to the directions the principal pair will choose.  His dialogue is wry, laced with a warm wit and tender pathos, and he manages to infuse every moment of the week-long action with palpable emotion.

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.  The six-character play, directed by Janet Mitchko, strikes some familiar chords and appears to resonate with the theatre’s audience.

Critically Acclaimed 'Father Figures' premieres on Omeleto - Free viewing for global audiences. Captivating short film by Alessandro Chille.

Rabbit Hole, by David Lindsay-Abaire, will be running at UMaine's Hauck Auditorium October 19-22, with performances at 7:30 PM Oct. 19-21 and 2:00 PM Oct. 21-22. The show is directed by theatre faculty member Julie Arnold Lisnet.

Continuing in its long tradition of theatrical excellence, Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish, Maine has announced a new era of leadership in the theater.

PORTLAND STAGE presents the world premiere of SAINT DAD, a comedic and touching exploration of Maine, class, family, and culture change by playwright Monica Wood.

USM Theatre kicks off its season with an elaborate and engaging production of Shakespeare's 'The Winter's Tale.' Explore the destructive force of the aristocracy and the healing power of the natural world in this captivating play.

Join us for a great girls' night out at The Public Theatre with the world premiere of 'Paint Night.'

Snow Pond Center for the Arts will host the first annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Songwriting Intensive in June 2024. Ten young songwriters will learn from industry professionals and develop the skills to pursue a career in songwriting. Apply by January 1, 2024.

What happens when 'he' becomes 'she' in order to advance a theater career? The answer is Tootsie.

Good Theater has announced FIREFLIES by Matthew Barber as the opener of the company's 21st season. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

Elf The Musical comes to City Theatre Biddeford this holiday season. Performances will run December 1st - December 17th. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!

Ogunquit Playhouse is presenting the American premiere of The Da Vinci Code, based on the bestselling mystery novel. Get a first look at footage here!

City Theater in Biddeford is opening its 2023-24 season with Love, Loss, and What I Wore on September 29, 2023. Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!

One of the best intimate theater experiences of the year.

Get ready for the regional premiere of Tootsie at Ogunquit Playhouse! Starring Dan DeLuca, Sally Struthers, Jen Cody, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!

The Monmouth Community Players has announced the cast of their fall production of Harvey. Learn more about who is starring in the production here!

Immerse yourself in the world of THEOgunquit Playhouse's production of DA VINCI CODE as it unveils a collection of mesmerizing digital artworks in its third act. Witness the breathtaking visuals and discover the unique artistic elements that enhance this theatrical masterpiece. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience.

Thrills and chills have arrived a bit early this season in Ogunquit, Maine. That's because the ultimate thriller, Dan Brown's bestselling mystery novel The Da Vinci Code, is being presented for the first time onstage in the US at Ogunquit Playhouse. In this video, watch as Dan Brown, Michael Urie and Hannah Cruz chat all about the premiere.