LEWISTON — The production, “Human Error,” will be playing Feb. 25-Jan. 3. A blundering fertility doctor mistakenly implants the embryo of a latte-sipping liberal couple into the womb of a NRA-cardholding conservative family! Get ready for an outrageously funny nine months as both couples attempt to become friends for the good of the child. Don’t […]
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'A Christmas Carol' reimagined at The Public Theatre
LEWISTON — It’s traditional family entertainment with an exciting new twist. The Public Theatre, 31 Maple St., will present “A Christmas Carol” like it’s never been seen before on Dec. 14, 15 and 16. Uncluttered by spectacle, six actors and a fiddler grab a handful of props and perform the Dickens out of this beloved […]
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The Public Theatre and MSMT to co-produce 'Grease the Musical'
LEWISTON — Two of Maine’s leading cultural institutions – Brunswick’s Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) and Lewiston’s The Public Theatre – have partnered together for the first time to bring “Grease the Musical” to the stage. The show, which runs June 18-30, 2019, will broaden the offerings for The Public Theatre, which does not typically present musicals, […]
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'Makin' Whoopie' takes the stage at The Public Theatre
The Public Theatre presents Makin’ Whoopie: Ida LeClair’s Guide to Love & Marriage for four shows only on Nov. 9, 10 and 11. Show times are Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults and $17 group of 10 mor more. On Wine-Down Friday, […]
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'Makin' Whoopie' to open in Lewiston next weekend
In The Public Theatre’s production of “Makin’ Whoopie!” Ida, played by Susan Poulin, tackles the big questions like, “What do a whoopie pie and marriage have in common?” “How do I get my sexy back?” and “You want me to do what with your ashes?” Is anyone’s “happily ever after” in need of a little […]
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The Public Theatre to present 'Makin' Whoopie!'
LEWISTON — The Public Theatre will present the return of Susan Poulin in her latest and funniest new show, “Makin’ Whoopie – Ida LeClair’s Guide to Love & Marriage!” on Nov. 9, 10 and 11. Inspired from her book, “The Sweet Life,” LeClair offers a fresh view on love, marriage and dating with a delightful mix […]
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First play of Public Theatre's season opens Friday
The first play of the Public Theatre’s 2018-2019 season, “Things My Mother Taught Me” by Katherine DiSavino, opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for the Opening Night BREWHaHa, featuring free beer beer sampling, courtesy of Baxter Brewing Co. Pictured in this still shot from the production, in rear from left […]
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Public Theatre opens its 2018-19 season next weekend
LEWISTON — The Public Theatre’s begins its 2018-19 season with the delightful romantic comedy “Things My Mother Taught Me,” playing Oct. 19-28. Director Janet Mitchko says, “This play is both a delightful family comedy and a touching love story. Every parent who has ever watched their child fall in love will recognize the feelings of […]
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Tickets for 'Things My Mother Taught Me' are available
LEWISTON — The box office at The Public Theatre has opened for the 2018-2019 season. Its first production, “Things My Mother Taught Me,” opens Friday, Oct. 19. The lobby opens at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, for the Opening Night BREWHaHa, a free beer tasting courtesy of Baxter Brewing Co. In “Things My Mother Taught […]
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Public Theatre announces 2018-19 season
LEWISTON — “Fall is officially here, which means it’s time for The Public Theatre’s 2018-19 season to begin!” Christopher Schario, artistic director of Lewiston/Auburn’s professional theater, said. The theatre’s reputation for producing must-see professional theatre continues with a new season that includes a recent Broadway hit and several new plays performed by Broadway veterans. The […]