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Opera Maine Reveals 2026 Season Lineup

by Stephi Wild — March 17, 2026

Opera Maine has announced its 2026 season, pairing bold contemporary storytelling with one of opera's most beloved romantic classics.

ROMEO ET JULIETTE Comes to Opera Maine in 2026

by Stephi Wild — October 28, 2025

Opera Maine announced that tickets for its 2026 mainstage production of the popular love story Roméo et Juliette will go on sale on November 13.

SWEENEY TODD Comes to Opera Maine

by Stephi Wild — June 30, 2025

Opera Maine will present a production of Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, a tale of vengeance, love, and dark humor that has captivated audiences for decades.

Opera Maine to Present SWEENEY TODD- THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET

by A.A. Cristi — March 4, 2025

Opera Maine will present Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, a tale of vengeance, love, and dark humor that has captivated audiences for decades.

Verdi's AIDA to Open at Opera Maine's Mainstage This Month

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 1, 2024

Opera Maine will present an original production of Verdi’s Aida at Merrill Auditorium this summer.

Opera Maine to Present RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY At Portland Stage

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 28, 2024

Opera Maine's 2024 Studio Artist Program will present two performances of Rappahannock County by celebrated composer Ricky Ian Gordon and librettist Mark Campbell.

The Gerda Lissner Foundation Announces 2024 Winners International Vocal Competition

by A.A. Cristi — March 22, 2024

Discover the 2024 winners of the prestigious International Vocal Competition by The Gerda Lissner Foundation.

AIDA Comes to Opera Maine's Mainstage This Summer

by Stephi Wild — March 8, 2024

Opera Maine will present an original production of Verdi's Aida, at Merrill Auditorium this summer.

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 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!

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!

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!

Tickets On Sale On This Week For Opera Maine's Mainstage Production Of AIDA In July

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 14, 2023

Tickets on Sale for Opera Maine’s Mainstage Production of Aida in July.

Opera Maine Will Stage Comic Opera CINDERELLA

by Stephi Wild — June 12, 2023

Opera Maine invites you to spectacular live singing and theater for its 29th season mainstage production of Cinderella (La Cenerentola) by Gioachino Rossini at Merrill Auditorium on Thursday, July 27 at 7:30 p.

Opera Maine Studio Artists To Present ROCKING HORSE WINNER This July

by A.A. Cristi — April 17, 2023

Opera Maine invites you to the first production of its 29th season, Rocking Horse Winner by Gareth Williams and Anna Chatterton.

Opera Maine To Host Serenade With Soprano Yvette Keong On May 7 In Kennebunkport

by A.A. Cristi — April 17, 2023

Opera Maine presents a performance by Chinese-Australian soprano Yvette Keong on Sunday, May 7 at 4 p.

Opera Maine To Stage Comic Opera CINDERELLA

by A.A. Cristi — February 27, 2023

Opera Maine invites you to spectacular live singing and theater for its 29th season mainstage production of Cinderella (La Cenerentola) by Gioachino Rossini at Merrill Auditorium on Thursday, July 27 at 7:30 p.

CINDERELLA to be Presented at Opera Maine This Summer

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 27, 2023

Opera Maine is inviting you to spectacular live singing and theater for its 29th season mainstage production of Cinderella (La Cenerentola) by Gioachino Rossini at Merrill Auditorium on Thursday, July 27 at 7:30 p.

OPERA America Selects Four Teams For The 2022 Robert L.B. Tobin Director-Designer Prize

by Stephi Wild — December 7, 2022

OPERA America has announced the eighth cycle of the Robert L.

OPERA America Welcomes Six New Members to Its Board of Directors

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 11, 2022

OPERA America, the national service organization for opera, has welcomed a new class of six board members that includes creators, administrators, artist managers, and opera company trustees.