Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 31-Sept.6

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August 31, 2017
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August 31, 2017

Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 31-Sept.6

“Heartbreak Hotel,” Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit

Aug. 31, Thursday, 10am-12pm, “Laudholm’s Farming Past,” explore the history of a saltwater farm, delve into the rich history of this extraordinary site, from Native American life to English settlement, from farmland to estuarine reserve. This docent-led walk cover about half a mile, site admission, Laudhom Farm, Wells Reserve, 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells. FMI: 207-646-1555, www.wellsreserve.org.
Aug. 31-Sept. 3 and 6, Thursday-Sunday and Wednesday, 8pm/Thurs, Fri. and Wed, 2:30pm/Thurs. and Wed, 3pm and 8:30pm/Sat, 2pm/Sun, “Heartbreak Hotel,” from the creator of the Tony Award-winning Million Dollar Quartet, we are proud to produce the world premiere of Heartbreak Hotel. This brand new tribute to the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll” is the prequel to Tony-winning, record-setting, smash hit Million Dollar Quartet that became the greatest selling show in Ogunquit Playhouse history. This tender story follows Elvis Presley in the early years of his bourgeoning career as he and Sam Phillips create the music that will forever change their lives. As Elvis’ career skyrockets, both lifting and shattering the lives of those he loves, a secret love story is revealed, a betrayal is discovered, and “Colonel” Tom Parker changes the course of history, all in just 18 short months. This world premiere musical features hit songs from the King himself as well as the legends who influenced his iconic music, with chart-toppers including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Tutti Frutti,” “That’s All Right Mamma,” “Shake Rattle and Roll,” and, of course, “Heartbreak Hotel.” This is where the story begins…. “take a walk down lonely street,” $52 and up, Ogunquit Playhouse, 10 Main Street, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-5511, www.ogunquitplayhouse.org.
Aug. 31-Sept. 2, Thursday-Saturday, 8pm, Thursday-Saturday, 8pm, “The Fantasticks,” after 44 years of requests, Hackmatack repeats the musical love story that brought the barn its first success in 1972. There is always a “time to remember” – this fable of a boy, a girl, their two feuding fathers and a love that grows with each season. A story of falling in love, out of love and falling in love again, $10-$30, Hackmatack Playhouse, 538 School Street, Berwick. FMI: 207-698-1807, www.hackmatack.org.
Sept. 2, Saturday, 7:30pm, “Novel Jazz Septet,” The Novel Jazz Septet features the music of the great American jazz composers Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. The band will highlight well-known tunes, plus rare, vintage gems, recently unearthed from original scores at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. The septet’s members hail from Portland, Belfast, Northport, Newcastle, Gardiner, Augusta and Waterville, and travel far and wide, keeping the spirit of Duke and Sweet Pea alive and swinging. “These are all seasoned jazz guys, and the result is a sound that made me sway, smile, grove, slow-dance with myself around the living room and play the air snare drums.” – Aimsel Ponti, Portland Press Herald, $20, $18/seniors & students, Saco River Theatre, 28 Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. FMI: 207-929-6472, www.sacorivertheatre.org.
Sept. 2, Saturday, 6:30pm, “New Legacy Swing Band,” a very popular 19 member group that recreates great classic swing sounds of the Big Band Era for audiences of all ages. They mix the velvet quality of saxophones, the brilliance of trumpets, the smoothness of trombones, the heartbeat of the rhythm section, and the voice of a sultry jazz singer to present one of the most versatile, talented swing orchestras in the area. Their extensive repertoire includes jazz, swing, Latin, Rock ‘n Roll, R & B, and waltz tunes from all music eras. Come enjoy a wonderful evening of memorable big band sounds guaranteed to get your musical blood pumping, your hands clapping, and maybe your feet dancing, in a beautiful harbor side park & gazebo setting. A delightful end to our 2017 Wells Summer Concert Series, free, Hope Hobbs Gazebo at Wells Harbor Park, Harbor Road, Wells. FMI: www.newlegacyswingband.com.
Sept. 3, Sunday, 6:30pm, “Larry Gatlin Acoustic,” this country legend brings his acoustic one-man show to the stage, as part of the Grammy award winning trio, the Gatlin Brothers, Larry has played music for more than 60years across the globe, see site for ticketing details, Vinegar Hill Music Theatre, 53 Old Post Road, Arundel. FMI: vinegarhillmusictheatre.com.
Sept. 3, Sunday, 8pm, “Adam Ezra Band,” who co-wrote, “Let Your Hair Down” with producers Shep Goodman and Aaron Accetta, (American Authors),just received “Song of the Year” at the New England Music Award. A songwriting partnership with the legendary John Oates is taking Ezra back and forth between Nashville and tour. The theme song, “Grow Your Own Way,” was central to Midwest insurance giant, Country Financial’s 2014/15 marketing campaign. In addition, Adam Ezra’s debut efforts in movie scoring have led to an appearance at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival and the release of Adam Ezra Group’s new album, aptly titled, Songs for a Movie, $25-$64 + $4/service fee, Jonathan’s Restaurant, 92 Boure Lane, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-4777, www.jonathansogunquit.com.

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