Film and Theater

The Heartwood cast of "Jack in the Beanstalk.

Heartwood’s annual winter middle school production will hit the stage Jan. 30, as an enthusiastic group of 4th-8th grade Midcoast youths present an adaptation of “Jack and the Beanstalk.” This…

Where It's At
Partial collection. LK photo

One summer night in 1978 I was sitting at the bar in the Kettle of Fish on MacDougal Street in Greenwich Village. Mars, the bartender, and I struck up a conversation. His contribution included…

Where It's At
Partial collection. LK photo

One summer night in 1978 I was sitting at the bar in the Kettle of Fish on MacDougal Street in Greenwich Village. Mars, the bartender, and I struck up a conversation. His contribution included…

Drew Starkey and Daniel Craig star in "Queer" opening at the Lincoln Theater Jan. 24. Courtesy of the venue

"A Real Pain" - (R; 1 hour, 29 minutes) - Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved…

Drew Starkey and Daniel Craig star in "Queer" opening at the Lincoln Theater Jan. 24. Courtesy of the venue

"A Real Pain" - (R; 1 hour, 29 minutes) - Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved…

The Harbor Theater's "Merchant Ivory Film Series" begins Feb. 4. Courtesy of the film studio

The popularity of our recent "Tea with Dame Maggie" series and the enjoyment the audience felt in seeing again the well-loved Merchant Ivory film "A Room with a View," prompted a new luncheon…

Listings begin Jan. 22
Timothée Chalamet stars as Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unkown" held over at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"A Complete Unknown" - (R; 2 hours, 21 minutes) - Set in New York City during the transformative year of 1961, "A Complete Unknown" explores the meteoric rise of 19-year-old…

"A Real Pain," starring Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg, opens Jan. 17 at the Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"Wicked" - (PG; 2 hours, 40 minutes) - The untold story of the witches of Oz stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo ("Harriet," Broadway's "The Color…

Lincoln Theater
South African photojournalist Ernest Cole, 1940-1990. Courtesy of Magnolia Pictures

Lincoln Theater is pleased to present “Ernest Cole: Lost and Found” a compelling documentary that delves into the life and groundbreaking work of South African photojournalist Ernest Cole…

Timothée Chalamet stars as Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown" opening Jan. 17. Courtesy of Harbor Theater

“Moana 2” - (PG; 1 hour, 40 minutes) - Three years after her first ocean journey, Moana (voiced by Auli‘i Cravalho) is about to take on a brand-new role: serving as her people’s…

The Strand Theatre
Phoebe Waller-Bridge in scenes from Fleabag. Photos by Matt Humphrey

81 Academy Hill Road, Newcastle, 04553. Courtesy image

Heartwood Regional Theater Company announces open auditions for "Silent Sky," a play by Lauren Gunderson.  Actors are invited to attend on Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 6 p.m., in the Poe Theater at…

"Wicked" opens Friday, Jan. 10 at the Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

Award season is upon us, and you know what that means - don’t miss a single film that hits Lincoln Theater’s big screen between now and the Oscars on Sunday March 2!

"Anora"…

Camden Opera House
Performance of "The Siren At Crystal Lake" at the Camden Opera House on Jan. 18. Courtesy of Dance Company Facebook page

Resurgence Dance Company will perform "The Siren of Crystal Lake," Saturday, Jan. 18, at 7:30 p.m., at The Camden Opera House, 29 Elm St., Camden.  Doors open 7 p.m.…

"Moana 2" opens at Harbor Theater Jan. 10 and is the Family Film Deal

"Maria" - (R; 2 hours, 3 minutes) - This profoundly human drama centers on opera star Maria Callas (Angelina Jolie, a Golden Globe nominee) who is determined to break free…

Angelina Jolie returns to the silver screen as Maria Callas in "Maria" opening Jan. 3 at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

“Wicked” - (PG; 2 hours, 40 minutes) - Director Jon M. Chu’s epic musical fantasy, “Wicked” is the untold story of the witches of Oz, starring Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning…

"Anora" opens Friday, Jan. 3 at the Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"Conclave" - (PG; 2 hours) -  “Conclave” follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events -- selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with…

Lincoln Theater
The view from the Lincoln Theater stage. Courtesy of the venue

Lincoln County Community Theater is excited to announce auditions for its winter/spring production of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof.”

Auditions will be held from 5:30…

Enilea Burns, Evie Roy, Harper Westhaver, Violet Baldwin, Adeline Inman, and Kaylee Wayda sing "I Want A Hippopotamus for Christmas" with hippo dancers, Hamilton Pierpan, Sarah Harris, and Collin Cantillo.

Local Y Arts performers of all ages came together Dec. 19 and 20  to bring holiday cheer to the Lincoln Theater with two performances of their winter production of "A Very Merry Y Arts Christmas…

"Wicked" opens at the Harbor Theater Christmas Day at 2 p.m. Courtesy of the venue

"Wicked" - (PG; 2 hours, 40 minutes) -  Director Jon M. Chu’s (Crazy Rich Asians) epic musical fantasy film Wicked, is the untold story of the witches of Oz, staring Emmy, Grammy…

"Wicked" opens at the Harbor Theater Christmas Day at 2 p.m. Courtesy of the venue

"Wicked" - (PG; 2 hours, 40 minutes) -  Director Jon M. Chu’s (Crazy Rich Asians) epic musical fantasy film Wicked, is the untold story of the witches of Oz, staring Emmy, Grammy…

For week beginning Dec. 26
"Conclave" opens at the Lincoln Theater Dec. 26. Courtesy of the venue

"Conclave" -  (PG; 2 hours) -  “Conclave” follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events -- selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with…

"It's A Wonderful Life" at Lincoln Theater Saturday, Dec. 21 for two shows. Courtesy of the venue

“Small Things Like These” - (PG-13; 1 hour, 37 minutes) – Set over Christmas takes place over Christmas in 1985, when devoted father and coal merchant Bill Furlong (Cillian Murphy…

Two screenings only Dec. 18 and 19 for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" - (PG; 1 hour, 39 minutes) - The Herdmans are absolutely the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, they steal, they bully… and…

Two screenings only Dec. 18 and 19 for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" - (PG; 1 hour, 39 minutes) - The Herdmans are absolutely the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, they steal, they bully… and…

Lincoln Theater
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Lincoln Theater is proud to present Exhibition On Screen: Van Gogh: Poets & Lovers, a captivating documentary that explores the genius and passion of Vincent Van Gogh, playing Thursday,…

"Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers" Dec. 12 and 13.  Courtesy of Exhibition On Screen

"We Live In Time" -  (R; 1 hour, 48 minutes) - Almut (Florence Pugh) and Tobias (Andrew Garfield) are brought together in a surprise encounter that changes their lives.…

"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" opens Friday, Dec. 13 at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"Conclave" - (PG; 2 hours) -  After the sudden death of the Pope, Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is thrust into overseeing one of the Vatican's most secretive traditions:…

"We Live In Time" opens Friday, Dec. 6. Courtesy of the venue

“The Boston Camerata—A Medieval Christmas: Hodie Christus Natus Est” - A power beyond words, elevating your heart with the music.” – Milwaukee Mag. Transcendent music for the…

"We Live In Time" opens Friday, Dec. 6. Courtesy of the venue

“The Boston Camerata—A Medieval Christmas: Hodie Christus Natus Est” - A power beyond words, elevating your heart with the music.” – Milwaukee Mag. Transcendent music for the…

Ralph Fiennes stars as Cardinal Lawrence in "Conclave" opening Friday, Dec. 6. Courtesy of Harbor Theater

"Here" - (PG13; 1 hour, 44 minutes) - From the team behind Forrest Gump—director Robert Zemeckis, writer Eric Roth, and actors Tom Hanks and Robin Wright—comes "Here," an…

Ralph Fiennes stars as Cardinal Lawrence in "Conclave" opening Friday, Dec. 6. Courtesy of Harbor Theater

"Here" - (PG13; 1 hour, 44 minutes) - From the team behind Forrest Gump—director Robert Zemeckis, writer Eric Roth, and actors Tom Hanks and Robin Wright—comes "Here," an…

World premiere in Portland April 4-14. Courtesy photo

Snowlion Repertory Company announces the world premeire of "Faust in the Anthropocene" will be at The Hill Arts (formerly St. Lawrence Arts) at 76 Congress St., Portland. Opening April 4, it…

Waldo Theatre
A longstanding holiday favorite. Come, sing-a-long, wear a costume, and usher in the holidays! Courtesy of the venue

The Waldo Theatre is again kicking-off the holiday season with a fun and festive post-Thanksgiving Community Singalong on Friday, Nov. 29, at 4 pm. The holiday favorite "White Christmas" will…

Lincoln Theater
"The Christmas Chronicles 2" kicks off the holiday movies at Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

The Lincoln Theater, in partnership with the Damariscotta Region Chamber of Commerce’s Villages of Light, is excited to welcome Santa Claus back to the Lincoln Theater on Saturday, Nov. 30.…

"Lost on a Mountain in Maine" opens Nov. 29 at the Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

“Lost on a Mountain in Maine” - (PG; 1 hour, 38 minutes) - “Lost on a Mountain in Maine” tells the inspiring true story of 12-year-old Donn Fendler, who becomes separated from his…

"Here" opens at the Harbor Theater Friday, Nov. 29. Courtesy of the venue

"White Bird" - (PG13) - From the best-selling author of Wonder, the book that sparked a movement to “choose kind” comes the inspirational next chapter. In "White Bird: A…

"A Room With A View" is first up in the series, "Tea With Dame Maggie" beginning Dec. 2 at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

Probably every fan of Downton Abbey felt bereaved at the passing of Dame Maggie Smith at the end of September. We would like to pay tribute to this British paragon of stage and screen with a…

See "The Polar Express" at the Harbor Theater on Dec. 7. Courtesy of the venue

Thanksgiving weekend ushers in a whirlwind of holiday activities in the Boothbay region, including free holiday films for the whole family! Sponsored by the towns of Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor…

Playwright Monica Wood. Courtesy of the venue

Lincoln County Community Theater (LCCT) takes the Lincoln Theater stage once again as they proudly present “Saint Dad,” a heartwarming comedy by acclaimed Maine playwright, award-winning novelist…

"Lost On A Mountain" at Lincoln Theater opens Nov. 29. Courtesy of the venue

LCCT presents “Saint Dad” - (Approx. running time: 2 hours, 15 minutes; 1 intermission) - Family can push us to our very limits as we grow together, succeed together, and fall…

"White Bird" opens Nov. 22 at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

“Lee” - (R; 1 hour, 57 minutes) - The directorial feature from award-winning cinematographer Ellen Kuras, portrays a pivotal decade in the life of American war correspondent and…

Screening Friday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. at The Waldo. Courtesy of the venue

The lineup at The Waldo Theatre will have you racing to the website for tickets!

Friday, Nov. 15 - "Copa 71" at 7 p.m. - The extraordinary story of the 1971 Women’s World Cup, which was…

The "Every Christmas" cast, from left: Heidi Holst, Jack Sullivan, Laura Morris (seated), George Bates, Jack Sullivan photo

The Waldo Theatre has announced the three-person cast for its holiday community theatre production of "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then Some!)," a comedic, fast-paced mashup of…

Heartwood Regional Theater Company
 Courtesy of Heartwood

Heartwood Theater will hold student auditions on Monday, Dec. 2 for its annual Winter Theater Adventure, available to all Midcoast middle school students, grades 4-8. 

Lincoln Theater
Members of the cast of "Saint Dad" in rehearsal. Courtesy of LCCT

“Couldn’t we all use a do-over?” Family can push us to our very limits as we grow together, succeed together, and fall flat on our faces together. Such is the case for the Casey family of “Saint…

Heartwood Regional Theater Company
Courtesy of Heartwood Regional Theater Company

Heartwood Regional Theater Company, in collaboration with Lincoln Academy, announces student auditions for the Broadway musical "Hadestown" nominated for 14 Tony Awards and winner of eight.…

Heartwood Regional Theater Company
Courtesy of Heartwood Regional Theater Company

Heartwood Regional Theater Company, in collaboration with Lincoln Academy, announces student auditions for the Broadway musical "Hadestown" nominated for 14 Tony Awards and winner of eight.…

"Lee" opens at the Harbor Theater Nov. 15. Courtesy of the venue

“Lost On A Mountain In Maine” - (PG; 1 hour, 55 minutes) – This film brings to life the harrowing true story of Donn Fendler, a 12-year-old boy who survived nine days lost in…

Lincoln County Community Theater
"Saint Dad," an LCCT presentation, opens Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now. Courtesy image

Lincoln County Community Theater proudly presents, "Saint Dad," directed by John Mulcahy.  Cast members are Emily Rose, Christina Belknap, Nanette Hennig Fraser, Gregory J…