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Ogunquit Playhouse
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Ogunquit Playhouse toasts 20 years — and counting — of artistic director’s leadership
Most of us mark a work anniversary with likes on LinkedIn. Something quite a bit more theatrical was in store for Bradford Kenney, who has spent the past 20 years growing Ogunquit Playhouse from a five-week summer stock season to a 25-week theater that generates $21 million in economic impact for Maine each year. “He […]
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Singing star Jane Morgan, longtime Maine resident, dies at 101
She spent summers in Kennebunkport, recorded hit songs, appeared on Broadway and TV, and last year celebrated her 100th birthday with an event at the Ogunquit Playhouse.
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Setting the scene onstage when the scene involves food
At local theaters, a recent run of food-related shows requires careful consideration for the food on stage.
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Why Ogunquit Playhouse is taking a chance on new works (because the next ‘Hamilton’ is out there)
This theater is committed to staging premieres – like its current production of ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’ – and recently started a fund to raise money for that purpose.
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In its unveiling at Ogunquit, ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’ overflows with memorable songs
The musical based on the movie, in its world premiere run, could use some tailoring but is an overall entertaining affair.
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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ brings off-the-wall spirit to Ogunquit
Latrice Royale steals the show as insatiable plant Audrey II.
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Kathleen Turner falls ill during Ogunquit musical, misses final performances
The Golden Globe-winning actress became ill during Friday’s afternoon matinee of ‘A Little Night Music’ at the Ogunquit Playhouse.
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Ogunquit Playhouse features solo performances in outdoor cabaret series
The Playhouse Patio Cabaret Series runs though Oct. 11, with four performances each weekend.
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Learn to perform like a Broadway star in online classes from Ogunquit Playhouse
The On-Line Academy has classes and camps covering several aspects of theater production for ages 5 to adult.