Music
James Taylor tribute artist coming October 13 to Franco Center
PHOTO CAPTION: Bill Griese will bring the sounds of his Sweet Baby James tribute music to the Franco Center Oct. 13. The venue is at 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston. Tickets can be purchased at 207-689-2000 and www.francocenter.org/shows. James Taylor tribute artist coming October 13 to Franco Center LEWISTON—Known as “America’s #1 James Taylor tribute artist,”…
CANCELLED: Midcoast Symphony Orchestra’s ‘Soulful Expressions’ concert Oct. 28
Due to the tragedy affecting the community, the Midcoast Symphony Orchestra will not be performing Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Franco Center. Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe. An important letter from the MSO President: Dear MSO supporters - This has truly been a week like no other we have ever experienced in Maine.…
Battle of the Blends at the Franco Center Nov. 4
Concert I Battle of the Blends XXVIII Saturday, November 4 7:00 pm With MMS’s own Artistic Director, Dr. Richard Nickerson, as emcee, this perpetual audience favorite will feature six spectacular groups raising their voices in exuberant renditions of jazz, barbershop, rock’n’roll, spiritual and Renaissance vocal music. Join us for this ever-popular a cappella experience with…
Fiddle-icious afternoon concert now Nov. 5 at Franco Center
PHOTO CAPTION: The toe-tapping music of Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra will be heard in an afternoon concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5, at the Franco Center, 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston. Special guests include Erica Brown and Matt Shipman; and Rossby, Elsie and Oliver Arnott. Tickets can be purchased at 207-689-2000 and www.francocenter.org/shows. Submitted photo. …
Elvis tribute concert Nov. 17 at the Franco Center
Elvis tribute concert, Franco Center, Lewiston, Maine
Camp of Christmas Rock at the Franco Center Dec. 3
Date and Time: 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3. Cost: $10 to $20 Pay-What-You-Can BUY TICKETS HERE LEWISTON–Students from the Great Falls Academy of Modern Music will perform in a holiday-themed concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, at the Franco Center. "Camp of Rock has been an amazing summer opportunity for kids to rock out…
Maine Music Society concert Dec. 9, 10
Concert II A Season of Celebration Saturday, December 09 7:00 pm Sunday December 10 2:00 pm In his third season as Artistic Director, Dr. Richard Nickerson and the Maine Music Society chorale will usher in the holiday season with this family friendly concert. Celebrate time-held traditions and create new ones. This program will include many…
Auburn Community Band annual Christmas concert Dec. 13 at Franco Center
The Auburn Community Band will perform Christmas music at the Franco Center. Admission is free. Parking is available in the mill lot. Holiday Concert Details Franco Center, Cedar Street Lewiston, MaineDecember 13, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:15 p.m. Free! Free parking located across the street *** In the holiday spirit, donations are typically requested to…
Sights and Sounds of a homestyle Christmas back at the Franco Center
LEWISTON–Following the success of last year’s premiere of Sights and Sounds of Christmas, the fundraising event returns “bigger and better than ever” to the Franco Center on Dec. 15 and 16 with three separate performances, according to show producer, Jake Hodgkin. Dozens of performers will sing, dance, act, and produce an energetic and vibrant festive…
Just Us special holiday reunion concert
Photo caption, from left: Doris Surette, Melissa St. Pierre, Jackie Asselin, Nel Meservier, Rose Fredricks, Norm LaPlante, Sue Caron, Lorraine Giasson, Debbie Robitaille. LEWISTON—The “Just Us” Entertainers are reuniting to bring a special holiday reunion concert to the Franco Center at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17. This concert is a fundraiser for the Franco Center.…
Lewiston High School Winter Concert rescheduled to Jan. 18
The Lewiston High School Choir Winter Concert has been rescheduled to Thursday, Jan. 18 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6 pm. Director: Moll Brown
MSO’s Song and Dance Music from Around the World at Franco Center Jan. 20
Song and Dance Music from Around the World Rohan Smith, Conductor Program: Alberto Ginastera: Danza final (Malambo) from Danza Estancia Astor Piazzolla: Libertango José Moncayo: Huapango Aaron Copland: songs from Old American Songs -- featuring Philip Lima, Baritone Johann Strauss, Jr.: Thunder and Lightning Polka Gustav Mahler: Three Songs from Des Knaben Wunderhorn (The Boy's Magic Horn) -- featuring Philip Lima, Baritone Leonard…