Arnold Perl News

Acorn Productions, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and developing the performing arts in Southern Maine, unveils plans for the 2010/11 theater season. In keeping with Acorn mission to encourage members of the Greater Portland community to experience live theater as both participants and audience members, the company continues to produce three signature events: Phyzgig, the Maine Playwrights Festival, and Naked Shakespeare. This season the company also adds two new series of performances in the Acorn Studio Theater in Westbrook: the Studio Series and Fairy Tale Players. All of Acorn's productions involve sharing with audiences the results of long-term collaborations that focus on the creative growth of affiliated artists. These performances are presented in a variety of both traditional and non-traditional venues at affordable ticket prices that allow access for people of all economic means. During the upcoming 2010/11 season, Acorn produces events at spaces ranging from Portland Stage Company to Battery Steele on Peaks Island, showcasing the talents of over 100 talented local actors, directors, designers and playwrights.

Jim Brochu, author and star of 'ZERO HOUR,' and his special guest, actress/producer/director Lee Grant, will introduce a screening of 'The World of Sholom Aleichem' this evening, January 14th at 5:30 p.m. at The Paley Center for Media (25 West 52 Street).

Jim Brochu, author and star of 'ZERO HOUR,' and his special guest, actress/producer/director Lee Grant, will introduce a screening of 'The World of Sholom Aleichem' this Thursday, January 14th at 5:30 p.m. at The Paley Center for Media (25 West 52 Street).