‘Minion’ mania, beach music and classic theater
The Harbor Theatre
“Minions”: The Merriam Webster dictionary defines “minion” as “someone who is not powerful or important and who obeys the orders of a powerful leader or boss.” In the “Despicable Me” movies minions were represented as loveable yellow creatures played to such successful comic effect that now the minions are starring in their own film. Narrated by Geoffrey Rush, “Minions” features the voice talents of Pierre Coffin, Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm, Michael Keaton, Allison Janney and Steve Coogan. Plays through Thursday, July 23, at 7 p.m.; Sunday, July 19, at 2 and 7 p.m.
“Showboat”: The San Francisco Opera's production (recorded live at Veterans Hall in June 2014) is a true classic of American musical theater. This is a tale of life on the Mississippi from the 1880s to the 1920s; both poignant love story and a powerful reminder of the bitter legacy of racism. The Jerome Kern-Oscar Hammerstein II scor, includes classic songs: “Ol’ Man River,” and “Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man.” Plays Wednesday, July 15 at 2 p.m. in two acts with a 10 minute intermission. Tickets, sold day of show, $20/adults, $18 seniors/children and $16 for theater members. No passes.
The Harbor Theatre is located at 185 Townsend Avenue (in the mall) in Boothbay Harbor. For more information, call 207-633-0438 or visit www.harbortheatre.net.
Lincoln Theater
NT Live: “Everyman” “12 Years a Slave” star Chiwetel Ejiofor performs live from London in this theatrical classic. Everyman is successful, popular and riding high when Death comes calling. He is forced to abandon the life he has built and embark on a last, frantic search to recruit a friend, anyone, to speak in his defense. But Death is close behind. Broadcast live from London at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, and rebroadcast at 7 p.m.
“Love & Mercy”: In the 1960s, Beach Boys leader Brian Wilson struggles with emerging psychosis. By the 1980s, he is a broken, confused man under the 24-hour watch of shady therapist. The film intimately examines the personal voyage and ultimate salvation of the icon whose success came at extraordinary personal cost. Starring John Cusack and Paul Dano as Brian Wilson (different eras), Elizabeth Banks and Paul Giamatti. Plays at 7 p.m. Friday, July 17, Sunday, July 19, and Monday, July 20; and at 2 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. Attend and be entered to win two free floor seats to see the Beach Boys in Portland on Aug. 13.
The British Open Final Round Live A free live broadcast of the 144th British Open Final Round. From Old Course at St. Andrews, Fife, Scotland. Sunday, July 19, 6 a.m.
“Talking Art in Maine,” Intimate Conversations: Yvonne Jacquette Talking Art in Maine is a free series of one on one conversations between artist, Jane Dahmen and notable Maine artists and curators. Happens Tuesday, July 21, at 7 p.m.
Met Summer Encore: Lehár’s “The Merry Widow” The great Renée Fleming stars. Plays Wednesday, July 22, at 7 p.m.
The Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater Street in Damariscotta. For more information, call 207-563-3424 or visit www.atthelincoln.org.
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