Concerts in West K! series continues Oct. 19 at the Brick Store Museum.
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Taylor Swift inspired this steakhouse cocktail. We re-created it
The Post took a crack at making its own version of the Alchemy, a cocktail inspired by Taylor Swift served at Travis Kelce’s new steakhouse.
Maine State Ballet opens season with ‘The Magic Toyshop’ and ‘The Highlands’
Maine State Ballet’s new season kicks off with the world premiere of Linda MacArthur Miele’s “The Highlands” and the return of the charming favorite “The Magic Toyshop.” This season-opening program promises to captivate audiences of all ages, from longtime ballet enthusiasts to first-time theatergoers. The evening begins in the rolling hills, blooming heather and open skies of Scotland […]
Damariscotta venue to host open mic for music and spoken word
Open mic returns at the Long Barn at Inn Along the Way’s Chapman Farm, 741 Main St., Damariscotta on Saturday, Sept. 13. Local performer sign-up begins at 1 p.m. and performances are from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Artist performances, inn tours and hay field walks are all part of the ambiance at this by-donation fundraiser in support […]
Vote postponed again on moratorium that would stop Live Nation venue
A series of technical issues that made it difficult for people in overflow rooms, online and in the hallway to hear prompted the Portland City Council to postpone most of the items on their meeting agenda on Monday night.
‘Becoming Seagrass’ performance brings vital underwater plants into focus
An educational performance on the importance of seagrass was held at Meetinghouse Arts last week. The production combined science, history and storytelling through the lenses of Indigenous and Western perspectives.
Maine Country Music Hall of Fame seeks contestants for guitar competition
The Maine Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is accepting contestants for its 4th Annual Maine High School Student Guitar Competition. Maine high school students in grades 9-12 are required to submit a video of their performance by March 1, 2025, to be judged by members of the Maine Country Music Hall of Fame. […]
New York Philharmonic fires 2 players after accusations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power
New York Magazine in April detailed allegations and Liang Wang and Matthew Muckey were placed on paid leave. They then sued the orchestra and the union.
Chocolate Church Arts Center lines up a slate of multicultural performances
A menagerie of art and performance programs breathe new life into the Chocolate Church, with a new focus on reaching out to diverse communities in Maine to bolster its new lineup of shows.
Maine State Music Theatre’s ‘Beautiful’ debuts Wednesday
Maine State Music Theatre is gearing up to debut its final production of the season, “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” at Pickard Theater.