Out and About for the Mid Coast Lakes Region of Maine June 6-12

Out and About for the Bangor Lakes Region of Maine June 6-12
Out and About for the Bangor Lakes Region of Maine June 6-12
June 5, 2019
Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine June 6-12
June 5, 2019

Out and About for the Mid Coast Lakes Region of Maine June 6-12

“Caitlin Canty,” Opera House, Boothbay Harbor

June 6-9 and 11-12, Thursday-Sunday and Tuesday-Wednesday, 7:30pm and 2pm/Fri. and Tues, “Sophisticated Ladies,” this glamorous show-stopping production of Sophisticated Ladies – with the largest tap dance sequences since Newsies and Singin’ In The Rain – celebrates a jazz legend with a name that has stood the test of time. Duke Ellington’s musical expression captivates audiences with his stylish big-band sound. Relive the days with such hits as “Take the ‘A’ Train,” “I Got It Bad and That Ain’t Good,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)” and the title song “Sophisticated Ladies.” This lavish musical extravaganza features spectacular dancing, outstanding vocals, and an onstage big band that will transport you back to the era when big band was “The Thing,” $57-$87, Maine State Music Theatre, 1 Bath Road, Brunswick. FMI: 207-725-8769, msmt.org.
June 7-9, Friday-Sunday, 7pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm, “Twelfth Night,” the hilariously written Twelfth Night is one of William Shakespeare’s easiest plays to fall in love with. There are plenty of practical jokes and unexpected love triangles. Presented by the Chocolate Church Arts Center in partnership with Shakespeare on the Kennebec, $12/advance, $15/door, Chocolate Church Arts Center, 804 Washington Street, Bath. FMI: 207-442-8455, www.chocolatechurcharts.org.
June 8, Saturday, 7:30pm, “Caitlin Canty,” called “dreamy & daring” by Rolling Stone magazine, Caitlin Canty is an American singer/songwriter whose music carves a line through folk, blues, and country ballads. Her voice was called “casually devastating” by the San Francisco Chronicle and NPR Music describes her songs as having a “haunting urgency.” Tonight marks her first appearance at the Opera House and we look forward to hearing this rising start. Sponsored by Eric Wood and Kim Bolduc, $15/advance, $20/at the door, The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor. FMI: 207-633-5159, boothbayoperahouse.com.
June 9, Sunday, 2pm, “Three Great Ladies of Musical Theatre,” Michael Paul Lund presents at the Camden Public Library on Carol Channing, Julie Andrews, and Angela Lansbury, free, Camden Public Library, 55 Main Street, Camden. FMI: 207-236-3440, www.librarycamden.org.
June 9, Sunday, 3pm,”Don Quixote and Carnival of the Animals,” Atlantic Ballet Company and P2P Dance Center perform two beloved ballets: the colorful and festive classic “Don Quixote”; and Saint Saens’ musical and comedic suite, “The Carnival of the Animals,” $18, $15/under and over 65, Camden Opera House, 29 Elm Street, Camden. FMI: 207-236-7963, www.camdenoperahouse.com.
June 12, Wednesday, 10am and 1pm, “Snow White,” a modern retelling of the legend originally published by the Brothers Grimm, this musical version focuses on Snow White’s quest to become a strong, self-determined woman, who doesn’t do housework for the dwarfs – who are ironically quite tall! With names like Enrico Caruso, Christopher Columbus, Confucius, Sigmund Freud, Martin Luther King Jr., Merlin the Magician, and Scrooge, the dwarves help Snow White learn a myriad of life lessons while she navigates around a vain Prince and the self-absorbed Queen Narcissus. Suitable for all ages, $12-$18, Maine State Music Theatre, 1 Bath Road, Brunswick. FMI: 207-725-8769, msmt.org.
June 12, Wednesday, 5pm, “Oyster and Wine Tasting Cruise on the Damariscotta River,” sample Damariscotta River oysters as you cruise past the farms they were harvested from, and pair them with sensational wines, bubblies, sake, or varieties of beer. A fun sommelier will answer all your questions. An unforgettable ride, $55-$70, Damariscotta River Cruise, 47 Main Street, Damariscotta. FMI: damariscottarivercruises.com.

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