Dueling Pianos laughs, dancing, fun Jan. 24
2026-01-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Franco Center, 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, 04240, United States
Dueling Pianos
Saturday, Jan. 24
Doors & cash bar 6 p.m.
Concert 7 p.m.
Taking place in the downstairs bar and lounge. Pianists Amy Thomason and Billy Ward will bring their talent and skills to entertain and bring laughs to the audience.
Join us “in the round” for a wild, interactive night of music, laughter, and crowd-powered song requests! Two pianists battling through a lot of high-energy songs, requests, and playful banter, creating an unforgettable, fun-filled audience experience.
Tickets $25 advance; at the door $30
Tickets https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=304301
Thank you to our sponsors:
Berman & Simmons

Maine Community Bank

Evergreen Printing
Evergreen Printing

Dueling Pianos to return to Franco Center August 23
2025-08-23 20:00 - 21:30 | Franco Center, 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, 04240, United States
🎹 DUELING PIANOS: Back by Popular Demand!Saturday, August 23 | Franco Center
Get ready for a high-energy, request-filled night of music and fun! The wildly entertaining Dueling Pianos show is back at the Franco Center—and this time, it’s even more interactive.
🎶 In the Round SeatingThe pianists will perform on the floor in the center of Heritage Hall, surrounded by audience seating. You’ll be up close and part of the action, singing along, making requests, and laughing all night long!
💥 Two pianos. Countless songs. Unlimited fun.From pop and rock to country and classics, these two masterful musicians will play it all—based on your requests. Clap, sing, dance, and drink the night away!
🍸 Doors open at 7 p.m.Enjoy drink specials and Happy Hour until 8 p.m.Concessions and a full cash bar available all evening.
🎟️ Tickets:$25 in advance | $30 at the doorReserve your seats now
You asked for it. We made it happen. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of live music and laughs!

Tickets are $25 in advance; $30 at door day of show. Tickets https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=286302
Show is 1.5 hours long. Enjoy these images from the February 2025 event!

Murder Mystery Dinner at the Franco Center
2024-11-09 18:00 - 21:00 | ME
Coming to the Franco Center in mid autumn, Mystery 207 will bring its murder mystery dinner party to Heritage Hall.
The group’s publicist says the audience will be engaged as witnesses and get to participate in fun skits and check out physical evidence: The party guests cooperate to investigate the murder and uncover key clues. As a guest, you also have the chance to become a suspect. By the end of the party, you and your team will try to guess who did it, how they did it, and why they did it. You should keep an eye out for hints about the killer’s motive and opportunity that only the guilty suspect could have.
Doors and cash bar open at 5 p.m. Show and dinner start at 6 p.m. Tickets are $70 per person and can be purchased through event brite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1940s-themed-murdermystery-dinner-at-franco-center-tickets-1017695965027
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Norway Savings Bank

Dark Side of Somewhere 4-20 at Franco
2024-04-20 19:00 - 20:30 | ME
This Pink Floyd-themed concert followed by dance performance takes place at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at the Franco Center. The evening will begin with an opening set from Maine piano legend Dawson Hill performing classic Pink Floyd on a grand piano before the show is turned over to the dancer/artists/performers from Nevaeh Dance Circus for a multi-media dance immersion experience that brings together video, circus/flow arts, and contemporary dance all set to the legendary Pink Floyd album “Dark Side of the Moon.”

Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door day of show. Tickets are not being sold through the Franco Center. Tickets can be purchased through EventBrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dark-side-of-somewhere-tickets-720651637447

The event is the work of Moovin On Productions. Questions? Email moovinonproductions@gmail.com or visit http://www.nevaehdancecircus.org/

The Franco Center is the host of the event. We are not selling tickets to this event. Our venue is located at 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Parking is in the mill lot on Oxford Street. Handicap access via our elevator is on the Lincoln St. Alley side of our building.

The Cobblestones to perform June 29 at Franco Center
2023-06-29 19:00 - 21:00 | ME
LEWISTON—The Cobblestones will perform in concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 29, at the Franco Center, 46 Cedar Street, in Lewiston’s Riverfront Island district. The event is part of the Riverfront Performances & Events Series: Cabaret Nights.
The band hails from Western Maine and plays a variety of songs from artists such as Mary Chapin Carpenter, Natalie Merchant, Mellencamp, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt and many more.
Band members feature Carolyn Plourde on lead vocals; Michael Plourde on vocals and guitar; Danielle Tran on keyboards and harmony vocals; Mark Plourde on drums; and Steve Moore on bass and vocals.
“We specialize in great songs featuring passionate vocals, guitars, and tight harmonies,” said Plourde. “You’ll recognize many songs, but you won’t hear the same songs that other bands play. In addition to hits old and new, you’ll hear beautiful songs that are little-known classics, and we’ll introduce you to some of today’s most talented songwriters.”
Support for this concert comes from Ouellette & Associates, CPAs; Roopers; Maple Way Dental Care; Bennett Radio Group; Sun Journal; Turner Publishing; and Uncle Andy’s Digest, according to Franco Center staff.
Doors and cash bar open an hour before the show. The dance floor will be open all night. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door day of the show and can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org or by phone at 207-689-2000. Tickets can also be purchased in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
The venue is the former St. Mary’s Church, now a performing arts and events center at 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.
Visit The Cobblestone’s website here: thecobblestones.net
Thank you to our show sponsors: Roopers and Ouellette & Associates!
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

The Court Jesters on stage as part of Cabaret Series April 20
2023-04-20 19:00 - 21:00 | ME
The Court Jesters to play at the Franco Center’s Cabaret Night April 20
LEWISTON—
The Court Jesters will perform as part of the Franco Center’s Cabaret Night Series at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 20. The band is made up of two voices, one guitarist, and one tambourine player: John Hasnip and Tina Charest. Hasnip plays guitar, Charest plays tambourine, and both sing.
They perform all over the state of Maine and play a diverse array of original music and cover songs which have included, “Squeeze Box” by The Who, “Hotel California” by The Eagles, “8 Days a Week” by The Beatles, “Cecilia” by Simon & Garfunkel, “Stray Cat Strut” by Stray Cats, “Fat Bottomed Girls” by Queen, and “X’s and O’s” by Elle King.
Shortly after Hasnip moved from England to Maine, he had an opportunity to host open mic nights on a weekly basis, meeting new friends in a strange country. It was in this circle that he met Charest, a Franco-American girl born and raised in New England who “loved to sing more than anything.” Together, with Hasnip’s passion-fueled guitar, Charest’s strong tambourine and their shared love of vocal harmonies, duo magic was created, according to their press release.
Hasnip’s musical influences are Elvis Costello, The Beatles, and Colin Hay; while Charest’s are Linda Ronstadt, Anne Murray, and Karen Carpenter. Together, Hasnip and Charest make up The Court Jesters, bringing you a mix of genres from their diverse backgrounds, and possibly a shenanigan or two. Their gigs are never the same, with energy and shared laughter filling the evening. Cover tunes are blended with their own special style, and their originals are as heartfelt and genuine as they are.
Support for this concert comes from CMP/Avangrid, Roopers, Maple Way Dental Care, Bennett Radio Group, Sun Journal, Turner Publishing, and Uncle Andy’s Digest, according to Franco Center staff.
Doors open an hour before the show. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door day of show and can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org or by phone at 207-689-2000. Tickets can also be purchased in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.
TICKETS HERE
Thank you to our show sponsor Roopers and CMP/Avangrid!

Christie Ray to perform at Riverfront Jan. 19
2023-01-19 19:00 - 21:00 | ME
LEWISTON—Christie Ray will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, at Riverfront, 46 Cedar St. Christie Ray is a Maine singer-songwriter-musician, based out of New Gloucester. Andrew Pelletier is with her on percussion and backup vocals, along with Sean Finn on bass guitar and background vocals.
Along with performing at many venues throughout New England, Ray has also performed live on the local television show “207” and auditioned on the hit television show “America’s Got Talent.”
At Riverfront, Ray will perform original songs from her albums, “THE BATTLE” and “Night Life,” and she will also put her own spin on cover songs from artists such as Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, Miranda Lambert, Queen, Tom Petty, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Blondie and many more.
Advance tickets are $15 and $20 at the door day of the show. Doors and cash bar open at 6 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased online at francocenter.org, by phone at 207-689-2000, or in person at the box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Riverfront, Performing Arts and Events, Founded by Franco Americans, formerly known as Franco Center, is at 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. Handicap access is on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building.
TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE CLICK HERE
Sponsored by Austin Associates and McCann Fabrication. Thank you for your support!
