Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 24-30

Out and About for the Mid Coast Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 24-30
August 24, 2017
Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 24-30
August 24, 2017

Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 24-30

“Bullets over Broadway,” Lakewood Theatre, Madison

Aug. 24, Thursday, 7:30pm, “ABBAFAB!,” having played to sold-out crowds across the U.S. and abroad, ABBAFAB! is a stunning tribute to the music of ABBA featuring sensational talents from across the country. This multimedia production is a tribute to some of the greatest music produced in the 70s and 80s including monster hits such as “Waterloo,” “Fernando,” “Honey Honey,” “Dancing Queen” and countless others. From ABBA’s earliest hits to “Mamma Mia,” ABBAFAB! will take you on a technicolor journey that is unmatched. This special, one night only performance will be under the lights at the Bowl In The Pines, $10-$20, Snow Pond Center for the Arts, 8 Goldenrod Lane, Sidney. FMI: www.snowpond.org.
Aug. 24-27, Thursday-Sunday, 8pm/Thurs.-Sat, 2:30pm/Sun, “One Way Trip to Mars,” making its world premiere at the Waterville Opera House, One Way Trip To Mars features 21 original songs by Maine musicians Peter Alexander and Johannah Harkness. Directed by Dennis St. Pierre, the show tells a fictional story about Paolo, the first human chosen to fly a solo, one-way mission to establish a human colony on Mars. The performance takes audiences on an emotional rollercoaster, from Paolo’s exuberance at being chosen for the mission, to his coming to grips with the reality of forever leaving behind his wife and everything he loves on earth. When catastrophic events on earth cause communication links with Mars to go down, Paolo is left alone in the universe. From there the story accelerates to its dramatic conclusion, $24, $22/seniors and students, Waterville Opera House, 93 Main Street, Waterville. FMI: 207-873-7000, www.onewaytriptomars.org.
Aug. 24-26, Thursday-Saturday, 8pm, “Bullets over Broadway,” Loaded with big laughs, colorful characters and the songs that made the ’20s roar, Bullets Over Broadway The Musical is bringing musical comedy back with a bang. Based on the screenplay of the acclaimed 1994 film by Woody Allen and Douglas McGrath, this six-time Tony-nominated musical features existing hits from the 1920s, including “Let’s Misbehave,” Up a Lazy River,” “‘T’ain’t Nobody’s Biz-ness If I Do” and “There’s a New Day Comin’!” David Shayne is a straight-arrow playwright who plans to stand firm against compromising his work but quickly abandons that stance when his producer finds a backer to mount his show on Broadway. There’s just one catch, however: the backer is a mobster who sees Shayne’s play as a vehicle for his ditzy, talent-free girlfriend. Throw in an aging diva, a savant hit-man and a bevy of beautiful chorus girls, and this is one Broadway show that is sure to knock ’em dead. Bullets Over Broadway is a love letter to the Golden Age of Broadway, filled with unforgettable songs that audiences remember and love. With a handful of over-the-top character roles and a high-stepping ensemble, this is a perfect choice for theatre-goers looking for a big, splashy and wildly entertaining production, $22/advance, $24/door, $19/children, Lakewood Theater, 76 Theater Road, Madison. FMI: 207-474-7176, www.lakewoodtheater.org.
Aug. 25-27, Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Baskerville,” get your deerstalker cap on—the play’s afoot! Comedic genius Ken Ludwig (“Lend Me a Tenor,” “Moon Over Buffalo”) transforms Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic. “The Hound of the Baskervilles” into a murderously funny adventure. Sherlock Holmes is on the case. The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being dispatched one by one. To find their ingenious killer, Holmes and Watson must brave the desolate moors before a family curse dooms its newest heir. Watch as our intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, disguises, and deceit as five actors deftly portray more than 40 characters. Does a wild hellhound prowl the moors of Devonshire? Can our heroes discover the truth in time? Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be, $12, $10/seniors & students, Gaslight Theater, Hallowell City Hall, 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell. FMI: 207-626-3698, www.gaslighttheater.org.
Aug. 25, Friday, 7:30pm, “The Taffetas,” journey back in time for a fun, nostalgic romp through the songs of ‘50s. A quartet of sisters – The Taffetas – from the Midwest is determined to sing their way onto national television. Enjoy being a part of their debut studio audience as they knock your bobbysocks off with a musical revue paying tribute to the McGuire Sisters, The Fontane Sisters and the Chordettes with hits like “Johnny Angel,” “Mr. Sandman,” “You Belong to Me,” “Sh-Boom,” “Where the Boys Are,” and many more. Be there or be square, $10-$15, Gendron Franco Center, 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston. FMI: 207-689-2000, francocenter.org.
Aug. 26, Saturday, 9:30am-4pm, “Designing Women Fine Art & Crafts 11th Annual Manchester Show,” Designing Women invite you to celebrate over 20 of New England’s most talented lady artisans, enjoy live music, meet local Maine Mystery Writers, and to help support emerging female artists, as well as the Sexual Assault Crisis and Support Center at Longfellow’s Greenhouses. Featuring beautifully crafted handmade pottery, jewelry, exquisite weaving, clothing, home decorations, handmade soaps and body care, and much more, this show is always a wonderful outing and a spectacular way to discover local artists, meet Maine authors, and to peruse Longfellow’s end of the season sales, $2, Longfellow’s Greenhouses, 81 Puddledock Road, Manchester. FMI: 207-582-7985, www.designingwomen.org.
Aug. 26, Saturday, 10am-6pm, “Foothills Fest,” the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a new event this summer that will highlight our area’s artisans, businesses, and musical talent. It will feature music, demonstrations, artisans, food trucks, a 60 ft. inflatable obstacle course, a business showcase and more. Indoor and outdoor spaces are available at the event for both members and non-members of the Chamber. The event will be held rain or shine, $5/adults, free/12 and under, Farmington Fairgrounds, Franklin Avenue, Farmington. FMI: 207-778-4215, www.franklincountymaine.org/events/foothills-fest.

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