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Theater ReviewWell-cast, nicely executed ‘Rush’ at Players Ring Theatre in Portsmouth feels like a work still in progress
Callie Kimball's play has the flavor of a western, set at the brink of the 20th century. Read on
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Theater ReviewA Christmas movie classic on the Portland Players stage: “A Christmas Story: The Musical”
"A Christmas Story: The Musical," which opened on Broadway in 2012, is based on the 1983 film formed from Jean Shepherd's original writings. It recalls the story of a 9-year-old boy's tenacious pursuit of a very specific brand of BB gun for his Christmas gift in 1940 Indiana. Read on
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TheaterA night of big-stage and holiday delights with the annual ‘Broadway at Good Theater’ show
Two Broadway performers join and cast of locals in classic song and dance from the 1960s. Read on
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TheaterThis year’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ with Portland Stage is spooky, funny, uplifting
A new cast, a fresh approach. This show is a timeless treat for all ages. Read on
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TheaterTheater review: Stellar music and cast bring Stephen King’s “Ghost Brothers” to life
As creators work out the kinks, the supernatural musical has huge potential. Read on
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TheaterStephen King’s musical thriller “Ghost Brothers of Darkland County” at Portland’s Merrill Auditorium Thursday
"Ghost Brothers of Darkland County" stars film and TV actors Billy Burke and Gina Gershon, with songs by John Mellencamp Read on
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TheaterWhat if you could parent your children all over again? ‘A Number’ is a short, powerful play running through Nov. 22
It's the refrain of the imperfect parent once the hatchlings leave the nest, or, mortifyingly, become teenagers: "I did my best." But what if "best" is not good enough, or even horrible? And what if you got a do-over? Read on
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TheaterPortland-based Dramatic Rep opens its season with ‘A Number,’ a play about identity and how we see ourselves
The play by Caryl Churchill explores issues of cloning and identity. Read on
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Theater ReviewThe Originals present ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ at Saco River Theatre
The Original's new production of the 1992 Tony Award-winning play recounts the joys and sorrows of five unmarried sisters in rural Ireland. This haunting story of dreams and heartbreak is told through the memories of the son of one of them who witnessed it all as a seven-year-old child. Read on
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TheaterSnowlion’s “Moral & Political Lessons on ‘Wyoming'” draws on recent real-life censorship
"Wyoming" is about censorship, the quashing of free expression and the uplifting nature of the arts. It is set at a time when theater itself faces the judgment of a conservative society. Read on
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'Paintings of Portland' documents a beautiful city in transition and Bob Keyes has the story. We also tell you about a bunch of fantastic things happening this weekend including the Sebago Brewing 20th Anniversary Party and Pride Portland Festivities. This year's PortFringe festival kicks off this weekend and we've got all the details. The Bar Guide review hits Lady & The Mensch, Eat & Run tells you all about a great deal on lobster rolls in Biddeford plus we tell you about several can't miss concerts. Dive in!
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