Deertrees Theatre serves up the perfect dessert to your 4th of July celebrations

HARRISON — As the embers fade on the barbecue from your 4th of July celebrations, extend the real feel for summer and head to Deertrees Theatre for an upcoming concert. The historic building and grounds are spruced up and inviting you to bring a picnic.

At 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 5, the theater opens its 76th year with a concert presented by the young and experienced local band Mixology. With vocals, keyboard, bass and drums the audience can expect to hear selections from the past to the present. The music will travel through the decades bringing old songs to life and putting a new twist on the tunes of today.

On Tuesday, July 8, the dynamic and enchanting Gothard Sisters take the stage. This all-female Irish music and dance group from the Pacific Northwest have returned from a national U.S. tour. The family-friendly entertainment is steeped in Celtic and folk roots, classical violin and champion Irish step-dancing. The sisters perform new arrangements of well-known traditional songs and tunes, as well as their own original compositions.

On Thursday, July 10, the ever-popular Maine singing artist Anni Clark returns to the theatre after a 10-year absence since recording her “Live at Deertrees” album. With over two decades of full-time touring and seven successful recordings under her belt, this Maine native’s passion for communication through music continues to build a widespread and loyal audience. Clark supports her strong melodic vocals with both six- and 12-string guitars to create infectious performances that blend “folk, pop, & blues with a dash of Maine hue-mah.”

Friday, July 11 sees the opening night of “The Selfish Shellfish” a play for all the family that is dramatic, touching and hilarious.

And on Saturday, July 12, the ever-popular “Beatles for Sale” will once more delight audiences with their truly electrifying performances inspired by the Fab Four.

All performances this week start at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.deertrees-theatre.org or call 207-583-6747.