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Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 18-24

Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 18-24

“Life of the Honey Bee,” Maine Wildlife Park, Gray

Aug. 18, Thursday, 7pm, “Hot Flash! What A Feelin’!” a hilarious new musical comedy that celebrates women, their friendships and the adventures they face in their later years! Following the sell-out success of last summer’s Girls Only, we bring another hilarious evening of non-stop comedy and music to The Footlights Theatre stage for women of all ages -and the brave men who love them, $15, Footlights Theatre, Route 1, Falmouth. FMI: 207-747-5434, www.thefootlightsinfalmouth.com.
Aug. 18-20, Thursday-Saturday, 7pm/Thurs.-Sat, 2pm/Sat, “Can-Can Parisien and Raymonda,” Maine State Ballet brings a little bit of Paris to Maine this summer with its production of Can-Can Parisien. The most raucous and rowdy piece in MSB’s ever-growing repertoire, Can-Can Parisien is set in a fashionable Parisian cabaret, where guests are enjoying the lively nightlife. A wealthy tourist bursts upon the scene, intent on having a good time, and is quite taken with the ladies of Paris! He is particularly smitten with a lovely Glove Seller (who is also admired by a young Baron). A pretty Flower Girl, the Lady in Ruby Red (a reigning beauty), smartly uniformed officers and their chic ladies – all enter into flirtations and jealousies leading to a down-right brawl. Finally, peace is restored and all ill-will dispersed by the vivacious Can-Can! Rounding out the evening is a new take on the classic, Raymonda. Excerpts from the ballet, choreographed by Artistic Director Linda MacArthur Miele, are set to Glazunov’s superbly delightful score. Along with the exceptional dancing you’ve come to expect from Maine’s premiere ballet company, this performance features new, exquisitely detailed costumes, each one designed and sewn right here in Maine by Associate Director Gail Csoboth. Not to be missed, $17-$23, $2/discount for seniors and children, Maine State Ballet’s Lopez Theater, 348 U.S. Route 1, Falmouth. FMI: 207-781-7672,www.mainestateballet.org.
Aug. 19, Friday, 6:30pm, “Full Moon Dinner-Sturgeon Moon,” Celebrate August’s full moon, with a scenic lift ride to Sunday River’s mid-mountain Peak Lodge. Prior to dinner, sip cocktails on the outdoor terrace before partaking in one of our signature Peak Dinners, complete with live entertainment. After dinner, take in the stunning views of the Sunday River Valley lit by the full moon overhead. Menu to come. A cocktail reception is from 6:30-7:00PM, dinner is served at 7:00PM, $39/per adult, $14/6-12, free/younger children, The Peak Lodge at Sunday River Ski Resort, 15 South Ridge Road, Newry. FMI: 800-543-2754, www.sundayriver.com.
Aug. 19-21, Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Roald Dahl’s: Willy Wonka,” The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse (Jekyll & Hyde, Doctor Dolittle) and Anthony Newley, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth, $16, Lake Region High School, 1877 Roosevelt Trail, Naples. FMI: 207-693-6221, www.lrctme.org.
Aug. 20, Saturday, 9am-3pm, “Annual Lovell Arts and Artisans Fair,” About 60 artisans skilled in all types of art work come to the New Suncook School in Lovell Maine, on the third Saturday of every August. The event benefits the Charlotte Hobbs Library in Lovell as participating artists donate a percentage of their sales to the Library and with a judging of work as a prerequisite for entry, it is a very high quality show. Combined with a large book sale of high quality books, home-made refreshments and a raffle of art work donated by ten participating artists, this comes together as a wonderful event. Lunch available for purchase, free, New Suncook School, 95 Main Street, Lovell. FMI: 207-925-1135, www.lovellmaine.us.
Aug. 20, Saturday, 11am, “Life of the Honeybee,” Learn about the industrious life of the honey bee, and the role of the beekeeper. Parts of the bee hive and beekeeping equipment will be on display; and experienced bee keepers will be available to answer your questions. A variety of delicious native Maine honey & other natural products from the hive will be on sale, $5.50-$7.50, Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26A, Gray. FMI: 207-287-8000,www.maine.gov/ifw/education/wildlifepark/events.htm.
Aug. 20, Saturday, 8pm, “Happenstance Theater’s Brouhaha,” A funny and poetic escapade from DC’s award-winning ensemble. In this newly devised, clown-esque piece, Happenstance Theater’s ensemble pares down to the raw essentials: each performer plays one character, with one costume, carrying one case. This troupe of eccentrics is on the precipice at the end of the world. Their curiosity lights up the darkness like a firecracker. What happens in that moment of illumination? $14/adults, $12/seniors, $8/17 and under, Celebration Barn Theater, 190 Stock Farm Road, South Paris. FMI: 207-743-8452, www.celebrationbarn.com.

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