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Arts Review

Published
April 4, 2016

Theater Review: Moving story of family conflict, ‘Asher Lev’ has message for all cultures

Noah Averbach-Katz as Asher offers an engaging narrative about a young man's struggle as an art prodigy born into a strict Jewish family.
Published
April 3, 2016

Sweetest in the Gale blows hot and cold in debut performance in Falmouth

The new women's choir hits some high notes in works by women composers dating as far back as the 12th century.
Published
April 1, 2016

Reviews of what’s on local stages: ‘Digby’s Home,’ ‘Asher Lev,’ ‘Richard II,’ ‘Sleeping Beauty’

Choose from drama by a Maine playwright or by Shakespeare, the story of a post-Word War II Hasidic family in Brooklyn, or the 'Sleeping Beauty' ballet.
Published
March 27, 2016

Concert review: Plugged and unplugged, blues, gospel converge at Merrill Auditorium

A few acoustic stalwarts and the Campbell Brothers give a soulful performance in Portland.
Published
March 14, 2016

Concert review: PSO gives superb touches to otherwise safe program

The concert's real draw is Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto, with a young California pianist, Andrew von Oeyen, as soloist.

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Published
February 22, 2016

Review: Experimental guitarist Chasny spins vivid, engaging tales at Portland solo show

In front of a packed house, his acoustic songs flicker easily between fragile fingerpicking and more dense, heavy passages.
Published
February 15, 2016

Valentine’s Day concert pleases with eclectic works and solid renditions

The Lantz/Kargul Duo plays to an enthusiastic audience, offering a relaxed spirit and thoughtful interpretation.
Published
February 7, 2016

Book Review: Garden Conservancy salutes 25th anniversary with gorgeous book

'Outstanding American Gardens' showcases many favorites among the 3,000 participants.
Published
December 7, 2015

Concert review: Portland String Quartet thrills again with return to Bloch

The ensemble recorded all of Ernest Bloch's quartets three decades ago and, if Sunday's performance is any measure, an updated recording would be worthwhile.
Published
December 5, 2015

Theater review: Maine musical sends message about true spirit of Christmas

Footlights Theatre's 'The Gifts of Christmas,' based on O. Henry's 'The Gift of the Magi,' provides a heartwarming entertainment for the season.