THEATER

“Billy Elliot The Musical,” a show about a young boy discovering a passion for dance, featuring a score written by Elton John, is now showing at the Ogunquit Playhouse through July 26. Showtimes are Tuesday through Friday at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 8:30 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m., when scheduled. Matinees are also available. Call 646-5511 to purchase tickets.

“The Music Man” will show at the Hackmatack Playhouse in Berwick, opening Wednesday, July 9 and running through Saturday, July 26. The Music Man is the story of a fast-talking salesman as he cons the good people of River City, Iowa. Showtimes are Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 8 p.m., with Thursday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.Hackmatack.org or by phone, 698-1807.

“The Full Monty Musical” will show at Biddeford’s City Theater, 205 Main St., July 11-27, with showings at Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. The show combines comedy with the poignancy of a job loss, in telling the story of Jerry Lukowski, an unemployed steel worker who convinces his friends to attempt a foray into strip-tease to make money. Tickets are available at www.CityTheater.org or 282-0849.

“Arsenic and Old Lace” is showing at the Hackmatack Playhouse through July 5. Carol Davenport and Tinka Darling Finley, who were both in the 1992 version, return to recreate the roles of the homicidal aunts this summer in this comedy about the crazy Brewster family. Hackmatack Playhouse is located on School Street (Route 9) in Berwick. Show times are Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 8 p.m., with a Thursday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.hackmatack.org or by phone, 698-1807.

“Snake in the Grass,” a thriller by Alan Ayckbourn, will show in its Maine premiere at the Saco River Theatre, Bar Mills, July 18, 19, and 24-26 at 7:30 p.m., with a Sunday matinee, July 20 at 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 18 and Thursday, July 24 are pay-what-you-can. The show follows the mystery and intrigue of a sibling rivalry surrounding their inheritance. Early reservations advised by calling 929-5412, or visiting www.sacorivertheatre.org.

ART

Painter Bruce Iverson’s Asian brush paintings will be showcased at the Just Us Chickens gallery, 16A Shapleigh Road, Kittery, throughout the month of July. An opening reception for Iverson and his work will be held on Friday, July 11 from 4-7 p.m. Call 439-4209 or visit www.justuschickens.net for more information.

Several arts workshops are being offered this summer at Engine, the Biddeford arts organization, for both adults and youth, in traditional arts, digital arts and professional development. All workshops and classes will be held at Engine at 265 Main St., Biddeford. A full schedule can be found online at http://feedtheengine.org/workshops-classes. For more information, contact Engine program director Edwige Charlot at either edwige@feedtheengine.org or 370-9130.

Art HOPE Creative Wellness Walks will be offered at Laudholm Farm on Tuesday, July 29 and Aug. 26, 10 a.m. to noon. Artists of all ages can enjoy a gentle hike and fresh air arts on the lawn at Laudholm Farm at the Wells Reserve. Art HOPE artist-in-residence Laura Jaquays will demonstrate simple watercolor techniques and discuss the benefits of everyday creativity for health and well-being. Drawing and painting materials will be provided or field artists may bring their own. Participants should dress for a summer hike, bring water and a snack, and meet at the Visitor’s Center. The program is free, registration not required. Reserve admission fee is $4. Viist www.arthope.org or call 337-2900 for more information.

A collection of photographs by David Bishop will be on display at the University of New England’s Biddeford Campus Center from July 1 through Aug. 4. A photographer for the past 40 years, Bishop has had a special interest in creating panoramas for over 20 years, particularly of the Maine seashore. The photo exhibit is free and open to the public. UNE’s Campus Center is located at 11 Hills Beach Road, Biddeford. For more information, contact Diane Noble at dbmn27@maine.rr.com or 284-6394.

MUSIC

Accomplished singer and instrumentalist Monica Grabin will perform “We Did It Before & We Can Do It Again: Songs of World War II,” on Thursday, July 10 at 7 p.m. at the Brick Store Museum. Admission to the concert performances is free to museum members. Tickets will be sold at the door. She will combine her musical talents on guitar, banjo and percussion with imagery from the museum’s collection of World War I recruitment and morale posters. The Brick Store Museum is located at 117 Main St. in Kennebunk’s historic district. Visit www.brickstoremuseum.org or call 985-4802 for further information. 

VentiCordi Chamber Music will perform on Thursday, July 10 at 7:30 p.m. at South Congregational Church, 2 North St., Kennebunkport. Visit www.VentiCordi.com or call 286-6688 for tickets and information.

The Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells, presents seven concerts in the historic Laudholm barn this summer and fall, beginning with four Thursday evening concerts in July. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit Laudholm Trust. On Thursday, July 10, at 7 p.m., the DaPonte String Quartet’s “Made in America” program will feature music by George Gershwin, Samuel Barber, George Crumb and other American composers. Tickets are available at wellsreserve.org/music, Wells Reserve at Laudholm or call 646-4521.

Historic New England announces the line-up for the popular Sundays in the Garden Concert Series, now in its 23rd year. Concerts are held every Sunday in July at 5 p.m. in the garden of the historic Hamilton House in South Berwick. Participants should being a picnic basket and lawn chairs. Acoustic musician Harvey Reid will perform on July 6 and French-Canadian cover band La Madeleine will perform on July 13. For more information, contact the South Berwick Office of Historic New England at 384-2454 or visit www.historicnewengland.org.

Elements: Books Coffee Beer, 265 Main St., Biddeford, announces its performances in July: On Saturday, July 5, Starlight Cicada and Badfellows will perform indie folk rock at 8 p.m.; on Sunday, July 6 at 1 p.m., the cast of City Theater’s “The Full Monty Musical” will offer a sneak preview performance of selections from the show; on Friday, July 11 at 8 p.m., the Kyle Hardy Jazz Trio will perform early jazz standards and contemporary compositions; on Saturday, July 12 at 8 p.m., An Overnight Low will perform indie rock; on Tuesday, July 15 at 8 p.m., Jessi McKinnon will perform acoustic Americana.

The summer concert series at Wells Harbor Park will take place on Saturdays through Aug. 30. All concerts will be at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo on Landing Road (off Route 1). Rain location is Ward Gym at Wells Junior High School on Route 1. All concerts start at 6:30 p.m. and run for about an hour. Admission is free thanks to sponsor support. Concert-goers should bring their own blanket or chair. On July 5, the Strafford Wind Symphony will perform patriotic and traditional music.

The Town of South Berwick will host its Hot Summer Nights Concert Series on Thursday evenings, beginning on July 10 with Martin England, on the Central School lawn. Performers will include Andrea’s Spectacles on July 17, Skylar on July 24, Redtail Hawk on July 31, Scharff Brothers on Aug. 7, Chris Way Music on Aug. 14 and PB&J (Spring Hill) as part of the Lanternfest on Aug. 20. For more information, visit the Hot Summer Nights Concert Series on Facebook.

Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals will perform at Goodall Park in Sanford on Sunday, July 6 at 7 p.m. Big John Rachkoskie will be the opening act, with doors open at 5:30 p.m. The Rascals were at their height of popularity between 1965-72, combining British Invasion-style rock and roll with soul on hits like “Good Lovin’,” “Groovin’,” and “People Got to Be Free.” The concert will take place rain or shine, with covered stadium seating, and food will be available for purchase. For tickets in advance, contact the Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce, 324-4280.

Folk musician John Gorka will perform at Jonathan’s in Ogunquit, 92 Bourne Lane, on Friday, July 4 at 8 p.m. Call 646-4777 for ticket information.

Shape note singing will take place Sunday, July 6 from 1-4 p.m. at The New Church, 302 Stevens Ave., Portland. This four-part singing tradition, also known as sacred harp, originated in Colonial America and is enjoying a revival nationwide. This is not a performance, and everyone is welcome to participate, free. Visit www.maineshapenotesinging.org for more information.

FILM/BOOKS/SPECIAL INTEREST

Leavitt Theatre will host a summer silent film series with live music featuring comedies and dramas from the early days of cinema. Most screenings will be on Thursday evenings at 8 p.m., with “The Lost World” slated for tonight, July 3. “Silent Comedy with Buster Keaton” will follow on July 17. For more information, visit www.leavittheatre.com.

“At Home in the Victorian Era” will be on display at the Saco Museum June 28 through Nov. 9, featuring an examination of the Victorian home and its furnishings.