"A Complete Unknown" - (R; 2 hours, 21 minutes) - HELD OVER - Set in New York City during the transformative year of 1961, "A Complete Unknown" explores the meteoric rise of 19-year-old Minnesota native whose guitar and groundbreaking talent would redefine the course of American music. Against the backdrop of Greenwich Village’s thriving music scene and a nation on the cusp of cultural revolution, this enigmatic young artist forges meaningful relationships with legendary figures, carving his path toward fame.

Music lovers, mark your calendars! On Sunday, Jan. 26 the electrifying Elton John tribute performer Yellow Brick Road will take the stage at Dolloff Auditorium at Medomak Valley High School in Waldoboro. The concert begins at 2 p.m., with doors opening at 1:15 p.m.

This unforgettable afternoon of music celebrates the legendary hits of Elton John, from "Rocket Man" to "Tiny Dancer," performed by one of the most renowned tribute acts in the region. 

Katie Matzell is thrilled to debut her "Love Letter" to Bonnie Raitt, whom she calls her favorite artist of all time and greatest musical influence at The Waldo on March 23 at 4 p.m. Tickets went on sale Friday, Jan 17.

Katie Matzell is thrilled to debut her "Love Letter" to Bonnie Raitt, whom she calls her favorite artist of all time and greatest musical influence at The Waldo on March 23 at 4 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Jan 17.

Photographer Michael Giglia’s image of an osprey lifting up off the water carrying an alewife in each talon was creating quite a stir last week. I went to see the show at Southport Memorial Library last week and I have to say, the photographs capture the essence of the subjects beautifully. 

Beat the winter blues with the Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF)! This season, BRAF is offering a variety of exciting exhibits and workshops to keep you engaged and creative.

"Wintering" exhibit: Immerse yourself in the beauty of winter with the new exhibit "Wintering." Showcasing the work of local and regional artists, this exhibit explores the wonder, challenges, and shimmering beauty of the winter season. The exhibit opens Friday, Jan. 17 and runs until March 9. An opening reception with refreshments will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm.

River Arts in Damariscotta kicks off the New Year with a winter blockbuster “Members’ Show." A spectacular swash of color fills the gallery in a joyous array of original art. This salon-style exhibition is sure to impress and will chase away any winter doldrums.

The public is invited to meet the artists, view their artwork, enjoy lively conversation and enjoy light refreshments at the opening reception Saturday, Jan. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m.

"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 Purple") as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power; and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.

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. The film will be screened as a free event in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 20, at 6 p.m., offering audiences a poignant exploration of Cole’s enduring legacy and the profound impact of his photography on the global fight against apartheid.

The Maine Art Gallery (MAG) exhibition schedule for 2025 offers member artists plentiful opportunities to participate in exhibits while inviting gallery visitors to experience the varied ways in which Maine artists are influenced by the beauty and quirkiness of life in this part of the world.

“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 first official connector/wayfinder in centuries. But when a startling vision warns of dangers lurking beyond the horizon, Moana can’t ignore the call of the sea—or her ancestors.

"Fleabag," written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, will be presented as a National Theatre Live screening on Thursday, Jan. 16 at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. at the Strand Theatre. The hilarious, award-winning play that inspired the BBC’s hit TV series "Fleabag" was filmed live on stage in London’s West End in 2019. Following its box-office record-breaking run in cinemas that year, the one-woman show returns for encore screenings.

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 Lincoln Academy. 

 The play provides five roles: Henrietta Leavitt (30s), Margaret Leavitt (30s), Peter Shaw (30s), Annie Cannon (40s) and Williamina Fleming (50s). No roles have been pre-cast. 

The Waldo is excited to bring New England based Echoes of Floyd back to Maine on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Prepare to be transported through time and space as Echoes of Floyd recreates the legendary sound of Pink Floyd with astonishing precision.

St. Cecilia Chamber Choir is holding auditions for tenors and basses as we begin preparing our May 17 and 18 concerts. Sopranos and altos may join our waiting list. The concerts will feature Kodály "Missa Brevis," Britten "Rejoice in the Lamb," and a potpourri of other works, old and new. To schedule an audition, email audition@ceciliachoir.org.

Music lovers, ease into the new year by joining us at The Waldo for this intimate acoustic show with Vince Herman (Leftover Salmon) and Sam Grisman (of the Sam Grisman Project) on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m.

These legendary musicians are pairing up to bring a heartfelt, brilliantly curated evening of music paying tribute to the legacy of Sam’s father, David “Dawg” Grisman, Jerry Garcia, John Kahn, John Hartford and many more!

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!

I still remember the first time I saw one of Sandra Chase Morrissey’s paintings. I was at one of Boothbay Region Art Foundation’s annual shows maybe five years ago? What initially attracted me to this painting was the movement, energy, whatever you wish to call it, contained within its frame. And that goes for all of her work being shown at BRAF.

Sheepscot Chorus invites you to sing Bob Chilcott's "A Little Jazz Mass," and arrangements of folk songs by Vaughan Williams, Holst, Grainger, and others. "A Little Jazz Mass" is an innovative choral work that blends traditional liturgical text with the rhythmic and harmonic flavors of jazz. It is one of Chilcott's most celebrated and popular choral works, and has received many performances across the world, including at St Paul's Cathedral, London.