Made of PVC and fake fur, Andy Rosen’s ‘Unpack’ comes to life on the city’s Grand Trunk railroad pier. The installation will be on display into November.
Bob Keyes
Bob Keyes writes about the visual and performing arts for the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram. He appreciates that his job requires him to visit museums and attend plays and concerts across Maine, and most enjoys interviewing artists in their studios. He’s a New Englander by birth, and has lived in Maine off and on, most recently since 2002. He lives in Berwick with his wife, Vicki, and their son Luke.
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African museum holds fundraiser to mark its anniversary
The Museum of African Art and Culture hopes to sell its Brown Street building, and convert its collection to a digital format.
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Jane Chu, top U.S. arts official, to visit Maine
Planned stops include Portland, Brunswick, Lewiston and Waterville.
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African museum to close downtown Portland location, convert to digital
Its founder says the museum will continue its mission of education and outreach.
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From Presque Isle to Broadway: John Cariani stars in hit new musical
The actor and playwright who grew up in Maine takes on his biggest role so far in the hit musical ‘Something Rotten!’
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Master of music teaches and plays in Maine before a key change
When the summer ends, Frank Huang will begin an internationally high-profile job as concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic.
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Valerie Harper ‘resting comfortably’ after falling ill, says Ogunquit Playhouse
The theater’s artistic director says media reports that the actress was in a coma were inaccurate and she plans to return to her role in ‘Nice Work if You Can Get It.’
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Three Maine museums receive nearly $1 million in grants
Portland Museumm of Art will use its money to reinstall its collection of fine and decorative art.
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Portland show highlights Thomas Moser and his ingrained influence in Maine and beyond
An exhibition at the Maine College of Art tells the furniture creator’s story with examples of his work and tools.
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Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance celebrating July 25
Pulitzer Prize winner Richard Ford (one of three who will be in attendance) will host a party at his home in East Boothbay for the group’s 40th anniversary.