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Theater ReviewPortland Players pulls out all the stops with ambitious “Les Mis”
There may be a technical glitch or a strained high note here or there (not many) but this production succeeds in telling its classic story with real feeling. Read on
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Music ReviewPortland Symphony Orchestra handles mass and fluff superbly as season opens
The Portland Symphony Orchestra's artistic director, Robert Moody, wanted the opening concert to feature the newly renovated Kotzschmar Organ. As a result, a packed house heard a rare live performance of Leoš Janáček's great tribute to pan-Slavism, the Glagolitic Mass, with full chorus, soloists, organ and augmented orchestra. Read on
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Eat & DrinkDining Guide: 5 Maine restaurants for oyster lovers
It used to be that oysters were best consumed in the "R" months — fall through spring. Thankfully, our cold water Maine oysters can be enjoyed year round; these places know just how you like 'em. Read on
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Indie FilmFree screenings of once-banned stories: Banned Book Film Series at Portland Public Library on Thursdays in October
Portland Public Library is keeping the Banned Book Week discussion alive with its third annual Banned Book Film Series, beginning Oct. 9 and running every Thursday in October. Read on
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Eat and RunThe spice is right at Bombay-Mahal in Brunswick
The rice, dotted with tiny bits of unrecognizable but pleasing vegetables, was light and perfectly cooked. My date gave the dal the big thumbs up – I thought it satisfying texturally but a little bland – while I liked the Chicken Lababdar the best. Read on
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Bar Guide53 rotating beers on tap at Jimmy the Greek’s in South Portland
From the outside, with its cliché Greek fortress-like entrance and tacky signage, you might not guess that this Greece-y hall wields brick oven pizzas, customer-favorite street tacos and boasts 53 rotating beers on tap. Read on
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Art Exhibits“Treasures of British Art” at PMA showcases work spanning 6 centuries: 1400-2000
The collection is on long-term loan to the Denver Art Museum, which has assembled the best 50 or so paintings for a traveling exhibition. Portland is the first stop. Read on
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Theater ReviewIn “Brighton Beach,” Portland Stage draws intimate portrait of family life
Portland Stage artfully recreates this reality with a reimagined set by Brittany Vasta. Timber-framed walls shape the skeletal, multilevel home, allowing the audience to see into, and through, all rooms simultaneously. Read on
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Beer MuseRising Tide’s turning 4! Sample Corvus, a limited-release IPA, at the anniversary party on Oct. 26
On Oct. 26, the Rising Tide crew is hosting a party at the brewery that will include all the amenities of a great shindig – delicious food, great music, a new beer, and a pickle contest judged by local foodie celebrities. Read on
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Things to do this weekendAppleCycle, apple cider, cigars & Fall Fest: 8 things to do in Maine this weekend
One word describes this weekend: Apples. On Friday, meet John Bunker and learn the history of apples in Maine...while drinking hard cider. On Saturday, it's Apple Day at Gilsland Farm and Sunday, get on your bike and orchard hop during AppleCycle. There's also some cigar smoking and comedy watching. Read on
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Fall fair quiz, mini-adventure in Wells, Janice Moore's "Structure & Patterns" art exhibit, Face the Music interview with Jonatha Brooke, Beer Muse, Indie Film, Bar Guide, concert previews, weekend ideas and more!
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