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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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Robert Indiana sculpture defaced outside Portland museum
Titled ‘Seven,’ the artwork is tagged by vandals, leaving some staffers feeling demoralized but intent on continuing to display prized pieces for all to enjoy.
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Maine pianist, Bates artist-in-residence Frank Glazer dies at 99
Glazer, who was known as a master technician, played concerts until recently and was planning to perform on his 100th birthday next month.
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After health scare, Don Campbell is ready to resume his musical career
Popular Maine singer had heart surgery in late November.
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SPACE Gallery grant recipients announced
Ten art projects share $50,000 from the Kindling Fund.
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2015 Literary Arts grant winner writes poems for Maine
Glenn Morazzini pays it forward with verse for his fellow taxpayers.
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Portland actor Tony Reilly remains in induced coma
Tony Reilly had more surgery Friday, following the Dec. 23 crash in Massachusetts that killed his wife, Susan.
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Work of Art: Berri Kramer finds balance as artist and college head
A move to a new studio opens a new avenue of creativity for the Heartwood College of Art president.
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Portland embraces Bernard Langlais
The wit and whimsy of one of Maine’s most beloved artists is on view all over the city, thanks to a gift of 10 of his sculptures.
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Portland Ballet’s founder, a fixture in Portland’s arts scene, close to a final bow
Praise and gratitude pour in for Genie O’Brien as she nears the end of 35 years as executive and artistic director of the dance organization.