Ice Dance International (IDI) Returns to Stowe For Their Third Fall Residency
by Grace Cutler - July 05, 2022
Ice Dance International (IDI) returns to Stowe for their third fall residency presented by Spruce Peak Arts. They will welcome the Kittery, ME-based company, founded by Douglas Webster, back for their third week-long residency since their first two residencies in March of 2020 and September 2021.
by Grace Cutler - July 05, 2022
Ice Dance International (IDI) returns to Stowe for their third fall residency presented by Spruce Peak Arts. They will welcome the Kittery, ME-based company, founded by Douglas Webster, back for their third week-long residency since their first two residencies in March of 2020 and September 2021.
Maine State Music Theatre's JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Explodes with Color, Energy, and Joy
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 30, 2022
Maine State Music Theatre’s second main stage production, perennial favorite, JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, takes the Pickard stage by storm, exploding with color, energy, and sheer irrepressible joy. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s early collaboration based on the Book of Genesis has as its central metaphor the coat of many colors, and like that kaleidoscopic garment, the show itself is a rich, eclectic tapestry that weaves together musical and choreographic genres, ancient and modern sensibilities, and perhaps best of all in this production – a diverse and deeply talented cast that is beautiful to behold.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 30, 2022
Maine State Music Theatre’s second main stage production, perennial favorite, JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, takes the Pickard stage by storm, exploding with color, energy, and sheer irrepressible joy. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s early collaboration based on the Book of Genesis has as its central metaphor the coat of many colors, and like that kaleidoscopic garment, the show itself is a rich, eclectic tapestry that weaves together musical and choreographic genres, ancient and modern sensibilities, and perhaps best of all in this production – a diverse and deeply talented cast that is beautiful to behold.
Cassatt String Quartet To Return To Seal Bay Festival Of American Chamber Music in July
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2022
A much loved, regular participant of the Seal Bay Festival, the acclaimed Cassatt String Quartet will return to the 19th Seal Bay Festival of American Chamber Music, July 5 - 16, 2022. This twelve- day festival features the Cassatts performing four live concerts and twelve private outreach concerts for the local community.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2022
A much loved, regular participant of the Seal Bay Festival, the acclaimed Cassatt String Quartet will return to the 19th Seal Bay Festival of American Chamber Music, July 5 - 16, 2022. This twelve- day festival features the Cassatts performing four live concerts and twelve private outreach concerts for the local community.
Love, Loss, And Power Incite Civil Unrest In Shakepeare's ANTONY + CLEOPATRA At Theater At Monmouth
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2022
Theater at Monmouth opens Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra as part of the It's Greek (and Roman) to ME! Season. Antony + Cleopatra, one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies, weaves a web of the spell-binding relationship between the Queen of Egypt, and her Roman lover, Antony, one of the Triumvirate of Roman rulers that vie for Cleopatra's Country and attention.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2022
Theater at Monmouth opens Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra as part of the It's Greek (and Roman) to ME! Season. Antony + Cleopatra, one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies, weaves a web of the spell-binding relationship between the Queen of Egypt, and her Roman lover, Antony, one of the Triumvirate of Roman rulers that vie for Cleopatra's Country and attention.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Comes to City Theater Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2022
City Theater closes it's 21-22 season with the cult classic THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW running July 22nd through Aug 7th.Book, music and lyrics by Richard O'Brien. The 1973 musical that became a movie and started nonstop cultural phenomenon. THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is a deliberately kitschy rock 'n' roll sci-fi gothic musical that is more fun than ever.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2022
City Theater closes it's 21-22 season with the cult classic THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW running July 22nd through Aug 7th.Book, music and lyrics by Richard O'Brien. The 1973 musical that became a movie and started nonstop cultural phenomenon. THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is a deliberately kitschy rock 'n' roll sci-fi gothic musical that is more fun than ever.
Fresh & Fun: Blake Hammond & Jeff Max Reprise Signature Roles in MSMT's JOSEPH
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 26, 2022
“This production is new, fun, fresh,” says actor Blake Hammond who plays Jacob and Potiphar in Maine State Music Theatre’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT that runs from June 29-July 16. “The show is pure joy,” concurs his castmate Jeff Max, who plays the role of Pharoah. “There is something in it for everyone.” This praise, coming from Hammond and Max, has a special resonance. Both actors have a long history with this show and the parts they play, and both have worked together in memorable previous productions. Recounts Hammond, “I first played Jacob and Potiphar thirty-five years ago in summer stock and since then have also played Napthali and the Baker as well, so it is fun to come back to the original track of Jacob/Potiphar in this production. [Director/choreographer] Alex Sanchez doesn’t have a lot of experience with this show, so he has fresh eyes for it; he’s not repeating anything else he’s done; it is as if we are learning for the first time.”
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 26, 2022
“This production is new, fun, fresh,” says actor Blake Hammond who plays Jacob and Potiphar in Maine State Music Theatre’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT that runs from June 29-July 16. “The show is pure joy,” concurs his castmate Jeff Max, who plays the role of Pharoah. “There is something in it for everyone.” This praise, coming from Hammond and Max, has a special resonance. Both actors have a long history with this show and the parts they play, and both have worked together in memorable previous productions. Recounts Hammond, “I first played Jacob and Potiphar thirty-five years ago in summer stock and since then have also played Napthali and the Baker as well, so it is fun to come back to the original track of Jacob/Potiphar in this production. [Director/choreographer] Alex Sanchez doesn’t have a lot of experience with this show, so he has fresh eyes for it; he’s not repeating anything else he’s done; it is as if we are learning for the first time.”
Tickets are available for LYSISTRATA playing at Theater at Monmouth from June 25th through August 18th
by Grace Cutler - June 25, 2022
Tickets are available for LYSISTRATA playing at Theater at Monmouth from June 25th through August 18th. Theater at Monmouth opens the It’s Greek (and Roman) to ME! Season with this funny, poignant, and political comic romp.
by Grace Cutler - June 25, 2022
Tickets are available for LYSISTRATA playing at Theater at Monmouth from June 25th through August 18th. Theater at Monmouth opens the It’s Greek (and Roman) to ME! Season with this funny, poignant, and political comic romp.
Theater at Monmouth Presents PANDORA AND HER TOP SECRET AND EXCEPTIONALLY IMPORTANT SCIENTIFIC MISSION
by Grace Cutler - June 25, 2022
This summer Theater at Monmouth presents the world through the eyes of TEACHER'S PET, in TAM’s 2022 Family Show workshop production of PANDORA AND HER TOP SECRET AND EXCEPTIONALLY IMPORTANT SCIENTIFIC MISSION by Sarah Bierstock.
by Grace Cutler - June 25, 2022
This summer Theater at Monmouth presents the world through the eyes of TEACHER'S PET, in TAM’s 2022 Family Show workshop production of PANDORA AND HER TOP SECRET AND EXCEPTIONALLY IMPORTANT SCIENTIFIC MISSION by Sarah Bierstock.
Duluth Playhouse's FOOTLOOSE Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2022
Duluth Playhouse will kick into high gear with opening night of the musical Footloose June 24th. Footloose runs June 24 through July 17 at the NorShor Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2022
Duluth Playhouse will kick into high gear with opening night of the musical Footloose June 24th. Footloose runs June 24 through July 17 at the NorShor Theatre.
Ogunquit Playhouse Adds BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL to its 90th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2022
Ogunquit Playhouse, the crown jewel of the Maine Southern Seacoast, has announced the regional premiere of Beautiful – The Carole King Musical, which will join the 2022 season, playing September 15 – October 30.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2022
Ogunquit Playhouse, the crown jewel of the Maine Southern Seacoast, has announced the regional premiere of Beautiful – The Carole King Musical, which will join the 2022 season, playing September 15 – October 30.
An Exquisite Heidi Kettenring Opens MSMT's Concert Series
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 19, 2022
Chicago’s Leading Lady and beloved superstar of MSMT, Heidi Kettenring returns to the Pickard Theatre for three splendid concerts featuring the music of Carole King, Karen Carpenter, Linda Ronstadt, and Joni Mitchell. An exquisite chanteuse, Kettenring combines vocal richness and power, interpretive flair, and sheer elegance and class in an evening of song and sentiment that goes straight to the heart.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 19, 2022
Chicago’s Leading Lady and beloved superstar of MSMT, Heidi Kettenring returns to the Pickard Theatre for three splendid concerts featuring the music of Carole King, Karen Carpenter, Linda Ronstadt, and Joni Mitchell. An exquisite chanteuse, Kettenring combines vocal richness and power, interpretive flair, and sheer elegance and class in an evening of song and sentiment that goes straight to the heart.
BE HERE NOW Enters Final Week At The Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2022
The Public Theatre presents the final week of the Maine Premiere of Be Here Now, an intriguing comedy about happiness, playing through Sunday, June 26.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2022
The Public Theatre presents the final week of the Maine Premiere of Be Here Now, an intriguing comedy about happiness, playing through Sunday, June 26.
Alive with Music: SOUND OF MUSIC Stars Open MSMT Library Series
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 18, 2022
For two weeks now Brunswick’s Pickard Theater has been “alive with the sound of music,’ but on June 15 Hanley Smith and Will Ray, the stars of MSMT’s brilliant new production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s THE SOUND OF MUSIC, joined MSMT Artistic Director Curt Dale Clark and BWW Maine Regional Editor Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold to celebrate the joy, inspiration, and continued resonance of this timeless musical at the first Peek Behind the Curtain program in three years. The popular panel discussion series held at Curtis Memorial Library returned to an enthusiastic, capacity audience for an hour of conversation about what Clark called “the quintessential American musical and the perfect show to launch post-pandemic MSMT’s Revival Season.”
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 18, 2022
For two weeks now Brunswick’s Pickard Theater has been “alive with the sound of music,’ but on June 15 Hanley Smith and Will Ray, the stars of MSMT’s brilliant new production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s THE SOUND OF MUSIC, joined MSMT Artistic Director Curt Dale Clark and BWW Maine Regional Editor Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold to celebrate the joy, inspiration, and continued resonance of this timeless musical at the first Peek Behind the Curtain program in three years. The popular panel discussion series held at Curtis Memorial Library returned to an enthusiastic, capacity audience for an hour of conversation about what Clark called “the quintessential American musical and the perfect show to launch post-pandemic MSMT’s Revival Season.”
BWW Review: A Boy with Big Dreams: MSMT's JACK & THE BEANSTALK
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 13, 2022
Maine State Music Theatre opened its Theatre for Young Audiences series with a delightful, energetic, and amusing production of Robin and Clark’s JACK AND THE BEANSTALK that drew a crowd of enthusiastic youngsters, their teachers, parents, and grandparents for the four performances on June 13.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 13, 2022
Maine State Music Theatre opened its Theatre for Young Audiences series with a delightful, energetic, and amusing production of Robin and Clark’s JACK AND THE BEANSTALK that drew a crowd of enthusiastic youngsters, their teachers, parents, and grandparents for the four performances on June 13.
Mad Horse Theatre Company Presents HOMECOMING: AN ODYSSEY This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
This summer, audiences will reflect upon that question when Mad Horse Theatre Company closes their 36th season with the premiere of HOMECOMING: AN ODYSSEY - an immersive, installation production.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
This summer, audiences will reflect upon that question when Mad Horse Theatre Company closes their 36th season with the premiere of HOMECOMING: AN ODYSSEY - an immersive, installation production.
BWW Review: A SOUND OF MUSIC To Make the Soul Sing: MSMT Opens Its 2022 Revival Season
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 10, 2022
What did our critic think of MSMT's Sound of Music? What happens when one of the most beloved musicals in the canon comes to the stage at the very point in time when history and a harsh pandemic seem to intersect with an iconic story?
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 10, 2022
What did our critic think of MSMT's Sound of Music? What happens when one of the most beloved musicals in the canon comes to the stage at the very point in time when history and a harsh pandemic seem to intersect with an iconic story?
COVID STILL SUX: The Musical Part 2 to be Presented at the Franco Center
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Following the sold-out success of COVID SUX: The Musical at Cumston Hall, Chris Henry, and Mark Falconer have written a new sequel to their previous original musical comedy about the pandemic featuring parodies of hit Broadway songs from shows like Hamilton, Les Miserables, Tick Tick Boom, West Side Story, Chicago, and Annie.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Following the sold-out success of COVID SUX: The Musical at Cumston Hall, Chris Henry, and Mark Falconer have written a new sequel to their previous original musical comedy about the pandemic featuring parodies of hit Broadway songs from shows like Hamilton, Les Miserables, Tick Tick Boom, West Side Story, Chicago, and Annie.
Refilling the Cup of Hope: Hanley Smith & Will Ray in MSMT's SOUND OF MUSIC
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 07, 2022
“Marc Robin ‘s vision for this production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC is that of a joyful, hopeful child,” says Hanley Smith, the actress who makes her debut as Maria von Trapp this week as Maine State Music Theatre kicks off its “Revival Season.” Describing the lens through which director/choreographer Robin views the piece, she continues, “This production comes from a very joyful, youthful place at the same time that there is an awareness of the weight and import of the story. In the face of deep darkness in the world, the light becomes all the brighter. Marc knows how to create both those worlds and the battle between them and make you really want the light to win. And you believe it CAN win. And that is not naïveté; that is an act of courage.”
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 07, 2022
“Marc Robin ‘s vision for this production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC is that of a joyful, hopeful child,” says Hanley Smith, the actress who makes her debut as Maria von Trapp this week as Maine State Music Theatre kicks off its “Revival Season.” Describing the lens through which director/choreographer Robin views the piece, she continues, “This production comes from a very joyful, youthful place at the same time that there is an awareness of the weight and import of the story. In the face of deep darkness in the world, the light becomes all the brighter. Marc knows how to create both those worlds and the battle between them and make you really want the light to win. And you believe it CAN win. And that is not naïveté; that is an act of courage.”
BE HERE NOW at Begins Performances June 17 At The Public Theatre!
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
The Public Theatre presents the Maine Premiere of Be Here Now, an intriguing comedy about happiness, running June 17-26.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
The Public Theatre presents the Maine Premiere of Be Here Now, an intriguing comedy about happiness, running June 17-26.
Playwright, Actor, and Minister David Butler Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2022
This past Wednesday, June 1st, a great friend left us. David Butler, playwright, actor, minister, and extraordinary human, passed away. To know David was to be in the company of abundance - of laughter, intellect, wit, warmth, and love. And Mad Horse had the tremendous fortune to share in that abundance over the years.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2022
This past Wednesday, June 1st, a great friend left us. David Butler, playwright, actor, minister, and extraordinary human, passed away. To know David was to be in the company of abundance - of laughter, intellect, wit, warmth, and love. And Mad Horse had the tremendous fortune to share in that abundance over the years.
The Abyssinian Meeting House Restoration: Presentation Announced at First Parish
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
Pam Cummings, President of the Board of The Abyssinian Meeting House, will speak at 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 19, at First Parish Unitarian Universalist, 425 Congress St. Cummings will discuss the history and restoration of the meeting house.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
Pam Cummings, President of the Board of The Abyssinian Meeting House, will speak at 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 19, at First Parish Unitarian Universalist, 425 Congress St. Cummings will discuss the history and restoration of the meeting house.
Online Auction Announced at The Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
Starting Friday, June 10th, and ending midnight, Sunday June 26, The Public Theatre will be taking its annual spring auction online.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
Starting Friday, June 10th, and ending midnight, Sunday June 26, The Public Theatre will be taking its annual spring auction online.
Mad Horse Theatre Company to Host GET OFF THE COUCH PARTY SEASON REVEAL AND FUNDRAISER
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2022
Mad Horse Theatre Company invites audiences to join their Get Off The Couch Party Season Reveal & Fundraiser at Oxbow Bottling & Blending in Portland, Tuesday, June 7th from 6-8 pm. Support Mad Horse Theatre Company, win local prizes, and hear the titles of our 37th season!
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2022
Mad Horse Theatre Company invites audiences to join their Get Off The Couch Party Season Reveal & Fundraiser at Oxbow Bottling & Blending in Portland, Tuesday, June 7th from 6-8 pm. Support Mad Horse Theatre Company, win local prizes, and hear the titles of our 37th season!
Local Children Set To Shine In Maine State Music Theatre's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Ten local Maine children will be taking the stage this summer in Maine State Music Theatre's (MSMT) production of The Sound of Music. These young cast members auditioned for the show at various open calls held in Brunswick in February and March.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Ten local Maine children will be taking the stage this summer in Maine State Music Theatre's (MSMT) production of The Sound of Music. These young cast members auditioned for the show at various open calls held in Brunswick in February and March.
CAROUSEL, THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT & More Announced for Good Theater 2022/2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
Following a successful return to live theater in 2021 after the COVID-19 crisis darkened stages around the world, Good Theater has announced the schedule for the 2022/2023 season. This season marks Good Theater’s 20th anniversary, and promises to be a yearlong celebration with plenty of laughter, music, and, of course, good theater.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
Following a successful return to live theater in 2021 after the COVID-19 crisis darkened stages around the world, Good Theater has announced the schedule for the 2022/2023 season. This season marks Good Theater’s 20th anniversary, and promises to be a yearlong celebration with plenty of laughter, music, and, of course, good theater.
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