Music

Beatles tribute band to play early songs March 31, 2023
Studio Two—The Early Beatles Tribute band to play March 31 in Riverfront Series LEWISTON—Studio Two will bring their early Beatles tribute music to the Franco Center stage Friday, March 31, as part of its Riverfront Performance & Event Series. Band members include Stephen Murray who portrays John Lennon, Joshua Jones as Paul McCartney, Robert Murray…

Don Campbell Band Dance Party April 15
Join fans and friends for the highly versatile, energetic Don Campbell Band concert on stage in the Franco Center’s Heritage Hall. The concert and dancing start at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 15. “This is a band that dares to venture down many musical pathways from Don's own original creations to the music of The…

The Court Jesters on stage as part of Cabaret Series April 20
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…

Maine’s Got Talent at the Franco Center April 22
Eight incredible musical acts compete for cash prizes in this dynamic live competition and 9th annual fundraiser, featuring three celebrity judges, glitz, glam, laughs and a whole lot of music. Pre-show reception 6pm - Live music, cash bar, hor d'oeuvres Show 7pm - Live performances All proceeds benefit Sandcastle Clinical & Educational Services…

Pihcintu Multinational Chorus to perform April 29 at Franco Center in free concert
LEWISTON – The inspiring sounds of the renowned Pihcintu Multinational Chorus will be heard in the acoustically superb performance space at the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 29. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets are still required. This international choral group brings together refugee and immigrant children…

Maine Music Society’s Broadway Meets Hollywood concert
Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 3:00 pm This Maine Music Society Pops Concert will be a collection of music from movie musicals. Join MMS as they take you through decades of music theater and celebrate a true American art form. This concert will be filled with memories…

Maine Music Society’s Sunday concert: Broadway Meets Hollywood
Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 3:00 pm This Maine Music Society Pops Concert will be a collection of music from movie musicals. Join MMS as they take you through decades of music theater and celebrate a true American art form. This concert will be filled with memories and promises something for everyone! CLICK HERE TO…

Midcoast Symphony Orchestra concert with Motor Booty June 10
Classical Night Fever MSO will team up with Motor Booty Affair, Maine’s own 70s disco/funk tribute band. You’ll leave this show with a big smile on your face and a new appreciation for this great era of popular music, where dance music and the symphony collide to create something special. These special concerts are not…

The Cobblestones to perform June 29 at Franco Center
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…

MSO musicians & friends to perform at Franco Center Sept. 10
Musicians who support the Franco Center’s mission work and the performing arts in general, got together and decided to create a fundraiser for all the positive things the Franco Center brings to the community. The Orchestra Friends of the Franco Center fundraising concert will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10.

Don’t miss Davidson County Line at Franco Center Sept. 30
PHOTO CAPTION: Davidson County Line band will perform Sept. 30 at the Franco Center, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Tickets can be purchased at 207-689-2000 or www.francocenter.org/shows. The band performs a mix of rockabilly, blues, rock, and country music. Submitted photo. Davidson County Line to perform at Franco Center Sept. 30 LEWISTON–With much excitement from staff,…

Runnin’ Down a Dream Tom Petty tribute band returning Oct. 7 to Franco Center
LEWISTON– The Franco Center has announced that Runnin’ Down a Dream: The Tom Petty Tribute Band will return to its stage at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. For over 40 years, Tom Petty created timeless classics with the Heartbreakers, Mudcrutch, The Traveling Wilburys, and released solo albums until his unfortunate death in 2017. “Our…