Maine Theatre + Broadway News

Public Theatre Presents HAIKU, HIP HOP AND HOTDOGS, Now thru 5/22

(5/19/2013) - Well known children's poems spring to life when The Crabgrass Puppet theatre brings their delightful show, Haiku, HipHop and Hotdogs to The Public Theatre today, May 19th at 2pm, with additional school day morning matinees May 20-22. Perfect for families and children pre-K through fifth grade, this production is a fun way to introduce a child to the magic of theatre, at the affordable price of only $5 a ticket for children 18 and under, and just $10 for adults.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 5/12/2013

(5/12/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/12/2013 for Maine

THE RAT PACK IS BACK to Run at Ogunquit Playhouse, 5/22-6/8

(5/9/2013) - Straight from Las Vegas comes the award winning tribute show, The Rat Pack is Back, live on The Ogunquit Playhouse stage May 22 to June 8.

Public Theatre to Present HAIKU, HIP HOP AND HOTDOGS, 5/19-22

(5/8/2013) - Well known children's poems spring to life when The Crabgrass Puppet theatre brings their delightful show, Haiku, HipHop and Hotdogs to The Public Theatre on Sunday May 19th at 2pm, with additional school day morning matinees May 20-22. Perfect for families and children pre-K through fifth grade, this production is a fun way to introduce a child to the magic of theatre, at the affordable price of only $5 a ticket for children 18 and under, and just $10 for adults.

Lakewood Theatre Presents BINGO: THE WINNING MUSICAL, Beginning 5/23

(5/8/2013) - Bingo: The Winning Musical! is described as a splashy, zippy, fun, new musical comedy. Let us introduce you to three wacky, lovable best friends who share an obsession.

Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers Return to Penobscot Theatre Company, 5/25

(5/8/2013) - Penobscot Theatre Company and the acclaimed Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers proudly present a new puppet play, perfect for the whole family, Everybody Loves Pirates. Performance is Saturday, May 25 at 10AM. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for kids.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 5/05/2013

(5/5/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Maine

Penobscot Theatre Presents AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS, 5/15-6/2

(5/3/2013) - Hold onto your seats! It's the original Amazing Race! Penobscot Theatre Company wraps up its 39th Season with Jules Verne's visionary, timeless adventure, Around the World in 80 Days. This high-spirited, fast-moving, highly imaginative production plays at the historic Bangor Opera House from May 15th - June 2.

Voting Opens for the 2013 BroadwayWorld Awards! Vote Now for the Best of the 2012-13 Theatre Season...

(5/2/2013) - The Tony Awards Nominators had their say earlier this week and now it's your turn! We're pleased to announce that voting has now opened for the 11th Annual BroadwayWorld.com Awards!

DREAMGIRLS, MARY POPPINS and More Set for Maine State Music Theatre's 55th Season

(5/1/2013) - Maine State Music Theatre has announced its 55th Season.

Birdie Googins Benefit Show Set for 5/11

(4/30/2013) - For one night only, Saturday May 11 at 7:30 pm, Birdie Googins, aka The Mardens Lady, will bring her crazy brand of stand-up comedy to the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress Street, Portland. Patrons may purchase tickets by going to the St. Lawrence website at www.stlawrencearts.org.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 4/28/2013

(4/28/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 4/28/2013 for Maine

Theater at Monmouth Announces Upcoming Season

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The Public Theatre Opens THE LAST ROMANCE, 5/3

(4/23/2013) - Is it ever too late to find love? The answer is a resounding 'no' in The Last Romance, the heartwarming romantic comedy about the thrill and complications of love in the later years, now playing at The Public Theatre May 3 -12.

Portland Ovations Announces the Return of David Sedaris as Part of Upcoming 2013-14 Season

(4/22/2013) - Aligning with the release of his new book, 'Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls'on April 23rd, 2013, Portland Ovations has just announced that David Sedaris, one of America's pre-eminent humor writers will return to Portland's Merrill Auditorium on November 21st at 7:30 PM as part of the Portland Ovations upcoming 2013-14 season.

Mad Horse Theatre Company's 2nd Annual Prom Set for 5/4

(4/22/2013) - Mad Horse Theatre Company is excited to announce it's second annual fundraising gala: It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Horse Prom. This night of crazy fun and dancing will happen Saturday, May 4, 7-11pm, at the Maine State Ballet Theater in Falmouth.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 4/21/2013

(4/21/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 4/21/2013 for Maine

Penobscot Theatre Company Announces Upcoming Season

(4/18/2013) - The 2013-2014 Season marks the 40th Anniversary for Penobscot Theatre Company, the most Northeastern year-round, professional theatre in the country. The company, which owns and operates the historic Bangor Opera House, has announced its upcoming season lineup.

Portland Ovations Presents Imani Winds, 5/2

(4/16/2013) - Portland Ovations presents Imani Winds, North America's premier wind quintet at Hannaford Hall, USM Portland campus for an evening concert Thursday, May 2nd at 7:30pm.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 4/14/2013

(4/14/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 4/14/2013 for Maine

Portland Ovations Presents THE TRUE STORY OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS, 4/21

(4/11/2013) - Portland Ovations brings Dallas Children's Theater's hilarious musical courtroom dramedy The True Story of the Three Little Pigs to Merrill Auditorium for a Family Series afternoon performance on Sunday, April 21st at 3pm.

Maine Playwrights Festival Schedule Announced

(4/11/2013) - Acorn Productions, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and developing the Southern Maine community of performing artists, announces the performance schedule for this year's twelfth annual Maine Playwrights Festival (MPF).

Penobscot Theatre Company's Dramatic Academy Presente THE LITTLE PRINCE, 4/26 & 27

(4/10/2013) - Take a trip to the stars! Penobscot Theatre Company has announced the upcoming Dramatic Academy performance of The Little Prince.

High School in the Spotlight: MDI Drama, ME

(4/8/2013) - BroadwayWorld's High School Center is proud to showcase high school performance programs around the country in our weekly feature of 'High School in the Spotlight'. This week, we feature the Drama program at Mount Desert Island High School in Maine!

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 4/07/2013

(4/7/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 4/07/2013 for Maine

HAIR Comes to the Merrill Auditorium, 4/19

(4/4/2013) - Portland Ovations presents HAIR the 2009 Tony Award-Winning Best Musical Revival directed by Diane Paulus at Merrill Auditorium for one night only on Friday, April 19th at 8PM.

Regional Theater of the Week: Ogunquit Playhouse in Maine

(4/3/2013) - BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theatre site on the Internet, is excited to announce a new feature to its comprehensive regional coverage - the Featured Regional Theater of the Week! Each week, BWW will introduce its readers to a regional theater located in one of our (over 130!) coverage cities. By exploring these different venues, their history and showcasing the production seasons, BWW continues its commitment to expand our presence in communities and cities across the United States. This Week's Featured Regional Theater: John Lane's Ogunquit Playhouse in Maine

The Public Theatre Seeks Dog to Appear in THE LAST ROMANCE

(4/2/2013) - Do you have a well behaved little dog with a face only a mother could love? The Public Theatre, Lewiston/Auburn's Professional Theatre, is casting an 'ugly little dog' to appear briefly onstage in its upcoming production of the romantic comedy The Last Romance.

Portland Ovations Presents Spellbound Dance Company, 4/9

(4/2/2013) - Portland Ovations presents Spellbound Dance Company at the Westbrook Performing Arts Center, Westbrook Middle School on Tuesday, April 9, at 7:30pm as part of the company's US debut.

Portland Ovations Presents Pianist Jonathan Biss with the Elias String Quartet, 4/11

(4/2/2013) - Portland Ovations presents pianist Jonathan Biss with the Elias String Quartet performing a program called Schumann: Under the Influence at Hannaford Hall, USM Portland campus for an evening concert, Thursday, April 11th at 7:30pm.

Mad Horse Theatre Presents A SIX PACK OF MILLER, Now thru 4/14

(4/2/2013) - Mad Horse Theatre Company pays tribute to one of America's greatest playwrights, while recognizing many of Maine's premier performing artists, with A SIX PACK OF MILLER, running tonight, April 2-14 at the Mad Horse Theater at The Hutchins Schoolhouse, 24 Mosher Street, South Portland.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 3/31/2013

(3/31/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 3/31/2013 for Maine

Penobscot Theatre Company to Host April 2013 Vacation Camp

(3/27/2013) - Penobscot Theatre wants to go on vacation with YOU! Dream, imagine, and discover at our exciting day camp for ages 5 - 12. During the week of April 15th, students are invited to join us from 9 - 3 to explore various topics relating to theater. Camp is highly flexible as campers are able to sign up for any or all days of our program. Camp will be lead by Director of Education Jasmine Ireland and Resident Teaching Artist Benjamin Layman.

Good Theater Announces 2013-14 Season

(3/25/2013) - Good Theater, the professional theater company in residence at the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress Street, Portland, is proud to announce its 12th Anniversary Season. The company will host two Maine premieres, a Portland premiere and a New England premiere for 2013-2014.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 3/24/2013

(3/24/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 3/24/2013 for Maine

Mad Horse Theatre to Present A SIX PACK OF MILLER, 4/2-14

(3/20/2013) - Mad Horse Theatre Company pays tribute to one of America's greatest playwrights, while recognizing many of Maine's premier performing artists, with A SIX PACK OF MILLER, running April 2-14 at the Mad Horse Theater at The Hutchins Schoolhouse, 24 Mosher Street, South Portland.

Penobscot Theatre Company Announces Internships

(3/20/2013) - Penobscot Theatre is committed to the continuing education and training of our young members. We are now offering intensive job-shadowing summer internships for college age students seriously interested in a career in theatre.

The Public Theatre Announces Summer Theatre Training Program for Young Actors

(3/20/2013) - This summer, The Public Theatre, Lewiston/Auburn's Professional Theatre, will offer a professional theatre training program for young actors, July 8-26, 2013. If you know an experienced young performer wanting intensive theater training, or a 'raw talent' looking to channel their creativity and imagination, this high quality theatre program is for them.

Good Theater Opens ANCESTRAL VOICES, 4/3

(3/19/2013) - Good Theater presents a return engagement of the Maine premiere of this sweet and charming play from the author of Love Letters, The Dining Room & Sylvia.

Now Playing Onstage in Maine - Week of 3/17/2013

(3/17/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 3/17/2013 for Maine