Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 22-28

Out and About for the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 22-28
August 21, 2019
Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 22-28
Out and About for the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 22-28
August 21, 2019

Out and About for the York/Sanford Lakes Region of Maine Aug. 22-28

“Sisters of Slide: Rory Block and Cindy Cashdollar,” Saco River Theatre, Bar Mills

Aug. 22-25 and 27-28, Thursday-Sunday and Tuesday-Wednesday, 2:30pm/Thurs, Sun. and Wed, 8pm/Thurs.-Sat, and Tues. and Wed, “Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express,” all aboard! The exotic Orient Express is hurtling down the tracks… to a murder! With a train full of suspects and an alibi for each one, it’s the perfect mystery for detective Hercule Poirot, n’est-ce pas? Wax your mustache and hold on to your passport! Newly adapted for the stage from Agatha Christie’s masterpiece by two-time Tony-nominated playwright Ken Ludwig, the beloved mystery unfolds in a fresh and thrilling way. This exciting play will take audiences on a suspenseful, thrilling ride aboard the legendary Orient Express! Hop on board today, see site for ticket information, Ogunquit Playhouse, 10 Main Street, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-5511, www.ogunquitplayhouse.org.
Aug. 22-24, Thursday-Saturday, 8pm, “Peter and the Starcatcher,” based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, this play tells of the origins of Peter Pan- the Boy Who Would Not Grow Up. While traveling aboard The Neverland, Peter (then known only as “the Boy”), meets Molly- a young, feisty “starcatcher-in-training”. The girl reveals a deep secret: within the ship lies a trunk of “starstuff”- a powerful dust from beyond this world. Desperately seeking the starstuff is a band of cruel pirates led by the infamous Black Stache. What was once a simple voyage quickly turns into an adventure that spans both land and sea as the Boy, with the help of his fellow shipmates and Molly, embarks on a quest to ensure that the starstuff does not fall into the wrong hands. Come experience this fantasy tale of the joy and energy of youth which won five Tony Awards and a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music in a Play, $15-$30, Hackmatack Playhouse, 538 School Street, Berwick. FMI: 207-698-1807, hackmatack.org.
Aug. 23, Friday, 7:30pm, “The Princess Bride: A Stage Reading,” Biddeford City Theater presents a dramatized reading of the original movie script of The Princess Bride, written by William Goldman. Watch as local actors bring this classic tale to life with lots of twists and surprises. The well-loved characters will all be there, but with some interesting changes. Audience members are encouraged to attend in their best kingdom garb, or as their favorite characters, seating is limited, reserve your space by calling the box office, free, City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford. FMI: 207-282-0849, citytheater.org.
Aug. 23, Friday, 8pm, “The Peacheaters, an Allman Brothers Band Experience,” The Peacheaters respectfully pay homage to the Music of the Allman Brothers Band. From ‘Ain’t Wastin’ Time No More’ to ‘Whippin Post’, The Peacheaters dig deep into 4+ decades of music and deliver an Allman Brothers Band Experience. Twin guitars, double drummers, a whirling organ and soulful vocals mesh seamlessly to deliver that authentic ABB sound. Every show features a unique set list and plenty of surprises! $22.50-$63.50, Jonathan’s Ogunquit, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. FMI: 207-646-4777, jonathansogunquit.com.
Aug. 24, Saturday, 6:30pm, “Well’s Harbor Park Concert Series: The Windmills,” extensive repertoire of R&B, Blues, Motown, Country, Jazz, Soul and Rock ‘n’ Roll. Benches are available for first-come-first serve seating. In case of rain concerts will be held at the Wells Jr. High School’s Ward Gym located on Route 1, free, Wells Harbor Hope Park, 331, Harbor Road, Wells. FMI: 207-646-5826, www.wellstown.org.
Aug. 24, Saturday, 7:30pm, “Sisters of Slide: Rory Block and Cindy Cashdollar,” Internationally acclaimed blues artist Rory Block has committed her life and her career to preserving the Delta blues tradition and bringing it to life for 21st century audiences around the world. A traditionalist and an innovator at the same time, she wields a fiery and haunting guitar and vocal style that redefines the boundaries of acoustic blues and folk. She has won 5 Blues Music Awards, been heralded as “a living landmark” by the Berkeley Express, “a national treasure” by Guitar Extra, and “one of the greatest living acoustic blues artists” by Blues Revue. The New York Times declared: “Her playing is perfect, her singing otherworldly as she wrestles with ghosts, shadows and legends” and the Blues Foundation stated: “Today she is widely regarded as the top female interpreter and authority on traditional country blues worldwide.” Dobro, steel guitar and lap steel player Cindy Cashdollar’s career has taken some surprising twists and turns that have led her to work with many leading artists in various genres; including Ryan Adams, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Dave Alvin, Rod Stewart, Albert Lee, Asleep At The Wheel, Marcia Ball, Jorma Kaukonen, Leon Redbone, BeauSoleil, Daniel Lanois, Redd Volkaert, & Peter Rowan. Cindy’s unerring ability to perfectly complement a song or step out with a tasteful, imaginative, and exciting solo – and to do it in so many musical genres – has made her one of the most in-demand musicians on the American roots music scene, $15, Saco River Theatre, 29 Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. FMI: 207-929-5412, www.sacorivertheatre.org.
Aug. 25, Sunday, 6:30pm, “Slambovian Circus of Dreams,” formed in Sleepy Hollow, New York over a decade ago, The Slambovian Circus of Dreams pioneered the alt-folk/Americana genre, staying on the fringes of the music industry and under the radar while producing several critically acclaimed studio albums. ‘A Box of Everything’ the band’s most recent release is a compilation of the ‘Greatest Hits’ you’ve never heard from this reclusive band. Their melodic avant-folk conjures a quirkier Tom Petty or fuller Buffalo Tom with an exotic instrumental arsenal. If you like Dylan, Bowie, The Decemberists, you’ll find a lot to love about this band which features otherworldly slide mandolin, accordion, cello and styles ranging from dusty American ballads to Pink Floydesque cinematic anthems, see site for ticketing details, Vinegar Hill Music Theatre, 53 Old Post Road, Arundel. FMI: 207-985-5552, vinegarhillmusictheatre.com.

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