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Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming and Lisa Fischer Set To Perform at Portland Ovations

Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming and Lisa Fischer Set To Perform at Portland Ovations

by Marianka Swain — May 26, 2016
Portland Ovations announced their 2016-17 season at Portland's Masonic Temple on Wednesday night to a crowd of just over 150 Members and guests at its Annual Preview Party.
Ogunquit Playhouse Hosts Rotary Night After LET IT BE Today

Ogunquit Playhouse Hosts Rotary Night After LET IT BE Today

by BWW News Desk — May 26, 2016
The Ogunquit Playhouse joins forces with Rotary International once again to help eradicate polio worldwide by 2018.
Maine State Music Theatre & BroadwayWorld Partner for Series of Show Panels This Summ

Maine State Music Theatre & BroadwayWorld Partner for Series of Show Panels This Summer

by BWW News Desk — May 25, 2016
Maine State Music Theatre will be holding panel discussions at Curtis Memorial Library with the general public to discuss the current show being presented at MSMT.
We Are All Irish!

We Are All Irish!

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — May 24, 2016
'We are all Irish.
BWW Review: LET IT BE Honors the Music

BWW Review: LET IT BE Honors the Music

by Steve Feeney — May 23, 2016
LET IT BE celebrates the Beatles music with glimpses of the era from whence it came.
BWW Review: Raymond Marc Dumont Directs a Difficult, Disturbing, and Brilliant THE WI

BWW Review: Raymond Marc Dumont Directs a Difficult, Disturbing, and Brilliant THE WILD PARTY

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — May 21, 2016
An air of curiosity and expectation was in the air at the opening of Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY at South Portland's Portland Players.
Maine State Music Theatre, Fulton Theatre to Present New Chamber Version of GHOST THE

Maine State Music Theatre, Fulton Theatre to Present New Chamber Version of GHOST THE MUSICAL

by BWW News Desk — May 18, 2016
The 'nationally regarded' Maine State Music Theatre and Fulton Theatre present the exclusive premiere of the new chamber version of GHOST THE MUSICAL June 8 through June 25.
Penobscot Theatre Company to Host ROCK OF AGES Live Band Karaoke Fundraiser, 6/11

Penobscot Theatre Company to Host ROCK OF AGES Live Band Karaoke Fundraiser, 6/11

by BWW News Desk — May 18, 2016
Rock of Ages, the hit show that rocked Broadway, will soon rock the Bangor Opera House, and Penobscot Theatre Company is eager to get the community in on the act.
Beatles Show LET IT BE Opens Ogunquit Playhouse's 84th Season Tonight

Beatles Show LET IT BE Opens Ogunquit Playhouse's 84th Season Tonight

by BWW News Desk — May 18, 2016
The Ogunquit Playhouse kicks off its 84th season with the international smash hit direct from London's West End and Broadway, LET IT BE - A Celebration of the Music of The Beatles, rocking the stage from tonight, May 18, to June 11.
BWW Blog: Jessica Walker - Community Outreach and High School Theatre

BWW Blog: Jessica Walker - Community Outreach and High School Theatre

by Guest Blogger: Jessica Walker — May 17, 2016
In a tight-nit community like that which I am from, the members of the town are all very close.
BWW Review: Midcoast Symphony Presents Stirring VERDI REQUIEM

BWW Review: Midcoast Symphony Presents Stirring VERDI REQUIEM

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — May 16, 2016
Music Director Rohan Smith has certainly taken this fine community orchestra to a new level of excellence.
Rotary Night to Follow 'LET IT BE' at the Ogunquit Playhouse, May 26

Rotary Night to Follow 'LET IT BE' at the Ogunquit Playhouse, May 26

by BWW News Desk — May 14, 2016
The Ogunquit Playhouse is joining forces with Rotary International once again to help eradicate polio worldwide by 2018.
Register for Penobscot Theatre's FANTASTIC FOX Spring Dramatic Academy

Register for Penobscot Theatre's FANTASTIC FOX Spring Dramatic Academy

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2016
Penobscot Theatre Company is now registering youths aged 4-15 for its upcoming Dramatic Academy spring production of FANTASTIC MR.
Summer Stages in Maine: A Sampling

Summer Stages in Maine: A Sampling

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — May 11, 2016
With miles of pristine coastline, picturesque villages, excellent dining and shopping, Maine is a summer mecca for tourists.
Mad Horse Theatre to Close Out Season with STUPID F***ING BIRD, 5/19-6/5

Mad Horse Theatre to Close Out Season with STUPID F***ING BIRD, 5/19-6/5

by BWW News Desk — May 9, 2016
Mad Horse Theatre Company wraps its 30th Anniversary Season with the smart, sassy comedy Stupid F**ing Bird, by Aaron Posner, directed by Christopher Price.
BWW Blog: Jessica Walker - Deciphering Diva

BWW Blog: Jessica Walker - Deciphering Diva

by Guest Blogger: Jessica Walker — May 9, 2016
Divas are a classic theatre troupe that have appeared in productions for decades.
BWW Review: CROSSING DELANCEY Projects Cozy Warmth

BWW Review: CROSSING DELANCEY Projects Cozy Warmth

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — May 9, 2016
Lewiston's Public Theatre's closing play of the 2015-2016 season, Susan Sandler's Crossing Delancey is the perfect Mother's Day offering, projecting cozy warmth and fond memories of an unforgettable Jewish grandmother.
L/A Community Little Theatre Announces the Cast of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY

L/A Community Little Theatre Announces the Cast of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2016
L/A Community Little Theatre is excited to announce the cast for their upcoming production of "August: Osage County.
Vinegar Hill Music Theater to Open in June

Vinegar Hill Music Theater to Open in June

by BWW News Desk — May 5, 2016
Vinegar Hill Music Theater, southern Maine's newest live arts entertainment venue, will kick off its very first season on June 24 with a gala event benefitting Music on Main, a non-profit community organization dedicated to bringing the Portland Symphony Orchestra to the Kennebunks each summer.
Beatles Show LET IT BE to Open Ogunquit Playhouse's 84th Season

Beatles Show LET IT BE to Open Ogunquit Playhouse's 84th Season

by BWW News Desk — May 3, 2016
The Ogunquit Playhouse kicks off its 84th season with the international smash hit direct from London's West End and Broadway, LET IT BE - A Celebration of the Music of The Beatles, rocking the stage from May 18 to June 11.
BWW Blog: Jessica Walker - Young Women and the New Pop Musical

BWW Blog: Jessica Walker - Young Women and the New Pop Musical

by Guest Blogger: Jessica Walker — May 3, 2016
With Hamilton making a splash on the Great White Way, and shows like Waitress bringing a new sound to the theatre community, there is no denying that pop musicals are making their mark on Broadway.
BWW Review: Commedia dell'Arte Meets Political Farce at Portland Stage

BWW Review: Commedia dell'Arte Meets Political Farce at Portland Stage

by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold — May 2, 2016
Portland Stage closes its season with Dario Fo's 1974 play, They Don't Pay? We Won't Pay!, in the playwright's signature style of provocative socialist politics and broad Commedia dell'Arte farce.
L/A Community Little Theatre Announces Cast of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY

L/A Community Little Theatre Announces Cast of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY

by BWW News Desk — April 27, 2016
L/A Community Little Theatre is excited to announce the cast for their upcoming production of "August: Osage County.
All-Star Improv Cabaret Set for Penobscot Theatre Company, 5/15

All-Star Improv Cabaret Set for Penobscot Theatre Company, 5/15

by BWW News Desk — April 26, 2016
Penobscot Theatre Company has assembled a sensational team of improvisational artists at the top of their game for an All-Star Improv Cabaret, one night only, May 15 at 7:00 pm at the historic Bangor Opera House.
Ying Quartet & Cellist Zuill Bailey to Perform at Hannaford Hall, 5/7

Ying Quartet & Cellist Zuill Bailey to Perform at Hannaford Hall, 5/7

by BWW News Desk — April 22, 2016
Portland Ovations presents the Grammy award-winning Ying Quartet with special guest, cellist Zuill Bailey at Hannaford Hall at USM Portland for an afternoon concert on Saturday, May 7th at 3PM.

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