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Little Me - St. Lawrence Arts Center
76 Congress Street
Portland,
Maine
04101
Phone: (207) 885-5883
, Cy Coleman (music) and Carolyn Leigh (lyrics). A cast of 12 will leave you rolling in the aisles.
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Mar 08 thru Apr 01, 2012. What better way to end our 10th Anniversary season than with a wildly and crazy musical comedy?! This is the show that put Good Theater on map ten seasons ago and we are giving it a whole new production. Stephen Underwood stars as seven men in the life of one woman in this musical comedy hit from Neil Simon (book), Cy Coleman (music) and Carolyn Leigh (lyrics). A cast of 12 will leave you rolling in the aisles. Event #7504 Map + Directions | Report Update
Heroes - Portland Stage
25A Forest Avenue
Portland,
Maine
04101
Phone: (207) 774-0465
Mar 27 thru Apr 22, 2012. Three aging WWI veterans in a French retirement home vow to undertake one last adventure together - escape. But what happens if the promise of freedom on the horizon isn't as easy to grab as the certainty of soup tomorrow? Veering from the poignant to the absurd, Stoppard's sharp-witted comedy is a heartwarming tale of cantankerous camaraderie amidst the frustrations inherent in growing older. Event #7346 Map + Directions | Report Update
Swan Lake - Merrill Auditorium
20 Myrtle Street
Portland,
Maine
04101
Phone: (207) 842-0800
Mar 31 thru Apr 01, 2012. Tchaikovsky's first Ballet, Swan Lake is considered by many to be one of the greatest classical ballets of all time. Its romance and beauty has enchanted audiences for more than 100 years. Maine State Ballet's production is presented in 2 Acts with one intermission and a running time of approximately 2 hours. Suitable for all members of the family, Director Linda MacArthur Miele has chosen a "happily ever after" ending to the ballet where true love conquers all. The glorious costuming and sets by Gail Csoboth, high quality digital CD music, exceptional dancing and timeless story make this a rare artistic opportunity not to be missed. Performances on Saturday & Sunday at 2 p.m. Event #7945 Map + Directions | Report Update
Auditions: Rumors - Studio Theatre of Bath
804 Washington Stret
Bath,
Maine
04530
Phone: (207) 442-8455
Apr 01 thru Apr 02, 2012. The Studio Theatre of Bath has proudly selected four wildly entertaining and diverse plays for 2011-2012 and invites everyone to audition. Audition dates for Rumors are April 1 & 2 at 7 p.m. All auditions are to be held in the Curtis Room of the Chocolate Church Arts Center. Event #7303 Map + Directions | Report Update
Lord of the Dance - Merrill Auditorium
20 Myrtle Street
Portland,
Maine
04101
Phone: (207) 842-0800
Apr 06, 2012. Described by the New York Post as "fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining," and by the Los Angeles Times as "a showpiece extravaganza," Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers' bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting. Performance at 8 p.m. Event #7946 Map + Directions | Report Update
The Met: Live in HD: Massenet's Manon - The Grand
165 Main Street
Ellsworth,
Maine
04604
Phone: (207) 667-5911
Apr 07, 2012. Anna Netrebko's dazzling portrayal of the tragic heroine in Laurent Pelly's new production travels to the Met from the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. $26 Adult, $24 Seniors, $17 Students. Event is at 11:55 a.m. Event #6966 Map + Directions | Report Update
Met Live in HD: Massenet's Manon - Collins Center for the Arts
University of Maine
Orono,
Maine
04469
Phone: (207) 581-1755
Apr 07, 2012. Anna Netrebko's dazzling portrayal of the tragic heroine in Laurent Pelly's new production travels to the Met from the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Piotr Beczala and Paulo Szot also star, with the Met's Principal Guest Conductor Fabio Luisi on the podium. Event at 12 p.m. Event #7917 Map + Directions | Report Update
L/A Film Festival
Lewiston,
Maine
Phone:
 is going to be a three-day extravaganza, April 13-15, complete with opening night festivities, a full day of films in downtown L/A, top-notch awards show, brunch, and filmmaker panels! Based on the success of last year's event, where more than 1,000 festival goers attended screenings of 100+ films from all over the world, the staff at LAFF has been working hard to make LAFF 2012 bigger, better and on par with festivals found in larger, more well-known cities. We're happy to report that LAFF 2012 is going to do just that. Click the Title link above for updated screening info.
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Apr 13 thru Apr 15, 2012. The second annual Lewiston Auburn Film Festival (LAFF) is going to be a three-day extravaganza, April 13-15, complete with opening night festivities, a full day of films in downtown L/A, top-notch awards show, brunch, and filmmaker panels! Based on the success of last year's event, where more than 1,000 festival goers attended screenings of 100+ films from all over the world, the staff at LAFF has been working hard to make LAFF 2012 bigger, better and on par with festivals found in larger, more well-known cities. We're happy to report that LAFF 2012 is going to do just that. Click the Title link above for updated screening info. Event #7932 Map + Directions | Report Update
The Met: Live in HD: Verdi's La Traviata - The Grand
165 Main Street
Ellsworth,
Maine
04604
Phone: (207) 667-5911
Apr 14, 2012. Natalie Dessay will put on the red dress in Willy Decker's stunning production, in her first Violetta at the Met. Matthew Polenzani sings Alfredo, Dmitri Hvorostovsky is Germont, and Principal Guest Conductor Fabio Luisi is on the podium. $26 Adult, $24 Seniors, $17 Students. Event is at 12:55 p.m. Event #6967 Map + Directions | Report Update
Met Live in HD: Verdi's La Traviata - Collins Center for the Arts
University of Maine
Orono,
Maine
04469
Phone: (207) 581-1755
Apr 14, 2012. Natalie Dessay will put on the red dress in Willy Decker's stunning production, in her first Violetta at the Met. Matthew Polenzani sings Alfredo, Dmitri Hvorostovsky is Germont, and Principal Guest Conductor Fabio Luisi is on the podium. Event at 1 p.m. Event #7918 Map + Directions | Report Update
Skylase Laser Shows - Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium
120 Munson Road
Orono,
Maine
04469
Phone: (207) 581-1381
Apr 14 thru Apr 22, 2012. Two weeks of Lasers! From February 10 to February 26 the SkyLase series brings rock music and star stories illustrated by laser animations, sweeping patterns and full-dome video to the Jordan Planetarium dome daily. Star legends and classic rock and roll favorites, include single premiere artists or theme playlists in each show. Admission $4. Tickets available for advance purchase at Jordan Planetarium on the Orono campus, and by mail. Seating is limited to 30 seats. All programs approx. 40 minutes. See the Title link above for complete show listings and get your rock on. Event #8130 Map + Directions | Report Update
Steel Magnolias (Belfast Maskers) - Searsport Union Hall
1 Union Street
Searsport,
Maine
Phone: (207) 505-0199
Apr 19 thru Apr 21, 2012. A story of friendship and trust, Steel Magnolias serves up a southern slice of life that's as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie. In the world of Truvy's local-homegrown beauty salon, six very different women come together to share their secrets, fears and love for one another while engaging the audience in hysterical gossip. Performance dates are April 19-21 at Searsport's Union Hall (1 Union Street) and April 27-29 at the Waldo County Shrine Club (20 Northport Avenue) in Belfast. Event #8091 Map + Directions | Report Update
Elizabeth Peavey: My Mother's Clothes Are Not My Mother - Chocolate Church Arts Center
804 Washington Stret
Bath,
Maine
04530
Phone: (207) 442-8455
Apr 21 thru Apr 22, 2012. Bath native Elizabeth Peavey brings her poignant one-woman show about dealing with the death of her mother for two performances. Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12. Event #7951 Map + Directions | Report Update
Lot o' Shakespeare - Higgins-Demas Theater
1081 Eagle Lake Road
Mount Desert,
Maine
04660
Phone: (207) 288-5011
. This program has been called 'a tour de force comprising no fewer than 19 Shakespeare scenes and sonnets. Mooney's interpretations were outstanding, and not infrequently cast new light on obscure corners of Shakespeare's work. Why did my high-school English teacher never point [these things] out? Sure would have spurred our adolescent interest in the not-so-boring bard of Avon!' Chaim Eliyahu, KCStage.com. See the Title link above for more info. Performance on Monday, April 23 at 7 p.m.
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Apr 23, 2012. DownEast Educational Theatre & Timothy Mooney Repertory Theatre Present "Lot o' Shakespeare" by Timothy Mooney, a Special Performance in Celebration of the Immortal Bard upon the Occasion of his Birth (and Death). This program has been called "a tour de force comprising no fewer than 19 Shakespeare scenes and sonnets. Mooney's interpretations were outstanding, and not infrequently cast new light on obscure corners of Shakespeare's work. Why did my high-school English teacher never point [these things] out? Sure would have spurred our adolescent interest in the not-so-boring bard of Avon!" Chaim Eliyahu, KCStage.com. See the Title link above for more info. Performance on Monday, April 23 at 7 p.m. Event #6715 Map + Directions | Report Update
Jack Hanna's Into the Wild - Collins Center for the Arts
University of Maine
Orono,
Maine
04469
Phone: (207) 581-1755
Apr 23, 2012. "Jungle Jack" brings his family-friendly animal show on the road! Jungle Jack's live show features many of his favorite animal friends, as well as fascinating and humorous stories and footage from his adventures around the world. Audiences give Jack rave reviews - everyone from the youngest child to the oldest adult is entertained and inspired. Animal expert Jungle Jack Hanna is one of the most visible and respected ambassadors between the human and animal worlds. His hands-on approach and insight into the public's appreciation of wildlife have won him widespread popular acclaim as Director Emeritus of the Columbus Zoo, conservationist, author, television personality, and lifelong adventurer. Show at 7 p.m. Event #6555 Map + Directions | Report Update
Alvin Ailey - Merrill Auditorium
20 Myrtle Street
Portland,
Maine
04101
Phone: (207) 842-0800
Apr 24, 2012. Since its first performance in 1958, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has forever changed the perception of American - and modern - dance, becoming one of the world's favorite companies for their brilliant artistry and passionate energy. AAADT's incomparable and infectious sense of joy, freedom and spirit has been shared with an estimated 23 million people in 71 countries on 6 continents. As part of their Portland program, the company celebrates 50 years of Revelations, an enduring classic that pays tribute to Ailey's African-American heritage using traditional spirituals to explore the places of deepest grief and holiest joy in the human soul. Performance at 7:30 p.m. Event #6769 Map + Directions | Report Update
The Fabulous Chinese Acrobats - The Grand
165 Main Street
Ellsworth,
Maine
04604
Phone: (207) 667-5911
Apr 27, 2012. Don't miss out on this highly entertaining show! The Chinese Acrobats will bring an amazing, fantastic, and colorful show. $3 General Admission. Performance at 10 a.m. Event #6962 Map + Directions | Report Update
Steel Magnolias (Belfast Maskers) - Waldo County Shrine Club
20 Northport Avenue
Belfast,
Maine
Phone: (207) 505-0199
Apr 27 thru Apr 29, 2012. A story of friendship and trust, Steel Magnolias serves up a southern slice of life that's as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie. In the world of Truvy's local-homegrown beauty salon, six very different women come together to share their secrets, fears and love for one another while engaging the audience in hysterical gossip. Performance dates are April 27-29 at the Waldo County Shrine Club (20 Northport Avenue) in Belfast. Event #8092 Map + Directions | Report Update