Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 16-22

Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 16-22
August 16, 2018
Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine  Aug. 16-22
Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 16-22
August 16, 2018

Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 16-22

“Mike Super-Magician Extraordinaire,”  Vinegar Hill Music Theatre, Arundel

8.16-8.18 and 8.22, Thursday-Saturday and Wednesday, 2pm/Thurs, 8pm/Thurs.-Sat. and Wed, “Dial M for Murder,” Tony Wendice has married his wife, Margot, for her money and now plans to murder her for the same reason. He blackmails an old acquaintance into carrying out the murder, but the carefully-orchestrated set-up goes awry, and Margot stays alive. Made famous by the 1954 Alfred Hitchcock film starring Grace Kelly, you won’t want to miss this suspenseful end to the summer, $30/adult, $25/senior, $15/student, Hackmatack Playhouse, 538 School St., Rte. 9, Berwick. FMI: 207-698-1807, hackmatack.org.
8.16-8.19 and 8.21-8.22, Thursday-Sunday and Tuesday-Wednesday, 2:30pm/Thurs, Sat, Sun. and Wed, 8pm/Thurs.-Sat, Tues.-Wed, 7:30pm, “Grumpy Old Men, the Musical,” fasten your seat belt, it’s going to be a grumpy ride! The Ogunquit Playhouse is proud to produce the U.S. premiere of the new musical-comedy, Grumpy Old Men: The Musical — just in time to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the classic 1993 Warner Brothers film starring Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau and Ann-Margret. This hilarious new show was penned by Dan Remmes, with music by Neil Berg and lyrics by Nick Meglin. Two aging neighbors, Max and John, have been feuding for more than fifty years until the beautiful and charming Ariel moves in across the street —raising the rivalry to new heights! Don’t miss this laugh-out-loud story of family, friendship, love and romance in a fresh new musical that’s guaranteed to delight, $52-$103, Ogunquit Playhouse, 10 Main Street, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-5511, ogunquitplayhouse.org.
8.16, Thursday, 7pm, “VentiCordi Chamber Music ‘Continual Journey’,” critically acclaimed and beloved by listeners, the musicians of VentiCordi are back for their special 10th Anniversary Season. Lovers of their distinctive brand of chamber music have voted VentiCordi as Maine’s Best in DownEast Magazine’s 2016 & 2017 polls. Come listen and find out why. Robert Kahn Trio for Oboe, Viola, Piano; J.C. Bach Trio Sonata in D Major, Op. 11, No. 6 for Oboe, Violin, Cello; Bohuslav Martinu Sonata for Flute, Violin, Piano H254; Distler Kammermusik (1929) for Flute, Oboe, Violin, Viola, Cello & Piano, $20, $15/seniors, $5/18 and under, South Congregational Church, 2 North Street, Kennebunkport. FMI: 207-286-6688, www.venticordi.com.
8.17, Friday, 7pm, “Mike Super-Magician Extraordinaire,” as the winner of NBC’s hit TV show ‘Phenomenon’, Mike is the only magician in history to win a LIVE magic competition on primetime US network television and voted America’s Favorite Mystifier! Through spectacular illusions and his own inimitable down-to-earth style and personality, Mike Super has pioneered a new form of magic that transcends the “trick”. With captivating performances for more than 6 weeks airing on ‘America’s Got Talent’ as a top finalist and Season Premier Episode of Penn & Teller’s ‘FOOL US’ – Mike has emerged as magic’s newest celebrity, with a legion of fans numbering in the millions, $40-$60, Vinegar Hill Music Theatre, 53 Old Post Road, Arundel. FMI: 207-985-5552, vinegarhillmusictheatre.com.
8.17, Friday, 7:30pm, “Duncreagan,” a band known for innovative renditions of traditional Irish and Scottish music, was one of the first musical acts to perform at Saco River Theatre twenty-eight years ago. They recently announced their return to action after a six nation European tour, with sold out gigs Prague, Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, and Florence. The trio of Tom McKean (lead vocals, bodhrán, bouzouki), Carrick Eggleston (accordion), and Kelley Bishop (guitar, harmonicas), are joined again by the talented fiddler Sarah Collins, formerly of Chasing Redbird. Within DunCreagan’s new material, a fresh chemistry emerges as the accordion and fiddle roll seamlessly through jigs and reels, contrasting with the brooding, unpretentious quality of McKean’s voice and Bishop’s punctuated guitar style. Reservations advised, $20, $18/seniors & students, Saco River Theatre, 28 Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. FMI: 207-929-6472, www.sacorivertheatre.org.
8.18, Saturday, 8pm, “Jumbo Circus Peanuts Band Concert,” A top-drawing musical group with an ever-expanding repertoire that sails around the musical worlds of New Orleans style Pop, Funk, Swing, R&B & Soul with stops in Hollywood, Broadway, Detroit, Latin America, & Hawaii. This high energy 12-piece band of talented musicians dressed in sparkles, tassels, plaid, polka dots, multi-colored wigs, platform shoes, and sun glasses present an evening of delightful musical entertainment that starts and ends with fun! A great way to spend a summer evening in Maine, in case of rain concerts will be held at the Wells Jr. High School’s Ward Gym, free, Hope Hobbs Gazebo at Wells Harbor Park, Harbor Road, Wells. FMI: www.wellstown.org/657/Wells-Summer-Concert-Series .
8.19, Sunday, 3pm, “Saco River Theatre Classical Music Series presents: From Juilliard-Noree Chamber Soloists,” Cellist Yi Qun Xu, pianist Yoon Lee, and guest violinist Amelia Dietrich are among the most promising young classical musicians in the world. They have each won multiple international awards, and have, between them, performed on major stages in the US., Europe, and the Far East. We are excited to have them return to the Old White Church (15 Salmon Falls Road Bar Mills, ME) for this special afternoon concert. Reservations advised, $20, $18/seniors and students, Saco River Theatre’s Old White Church, 15 Salmon Falls Road, Buxton. FMI: 207-929-6472, www.sacorivertheatre.org.

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