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SUMMARY:Tom Petty tribute band to play at Franco on Nov. 19
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center has announced that Runnin’ Down a Dream: The Tom Petty Tribute Band will perform on its stage at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Nov. 19\, 2022.    \nThis Maine-based band includes members Mike Boucher on lead vocals and guitar; Harry Coddington on lead guitar; Roger Howard on drums; Marty Mclellan on guitar and vocals; and Steve Brown on keyboard and vocals. 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.   \nWhen five veteran musicians from Maine\, with local and national experience\, play Tom’s music together\, the feeling\, meaning\, and very soul of these songs are undeniable. Runnin’ Down A Dream was created to perform the music of Tom Petty with authentic renditions from every stage of his career. “Our show faithfully replicates the style and feel of a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers concert\, allowing the audience to experience the music of this extraordinary artist\,” said Roger Howard.  \nMike Boucher started playing Tom Petty songs in his high school cover band. During the 1990s\, Boucher began to focus his talents on song writing and has continued to sing and play his music for audiences on the East and West coasts.   \nIn 2007\, Boucher called on Harry Coddington to lend his versatile guitar-playing talents to the alt-country band The Gaffers. Most recently\, Boucher has been performing around the Portland area with his roots rock band Jeezum Crow. Boucher is also the owner of Sonic Pictures\, a video production company based in Portland\, Maine.   \nCoddington started playing guitar shortly after seeing The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show in 1964 when he was six years old. Initially\, he was impressed by the bands of the 1960s and ‘70s such as Rolling Stones\, Creedence Clearwater Revival\, Cream\, The Hollies\, The Zombies\, The Eagles\, Jimi Hendrix\, Derek & The Dominos\, Allman Brothers. He also loved country and instrumental bands such as Johnny Cash\, The Ventures\, Willy Nelson\, The Hellecasters\,  Brad Paisley\, Ricky Skaggs\, Vince Gill\, The New Nashville Cats\, and Johnny Hiland.   \nCoddington won the Downeast Country Music Association’s first place “New Country Instrumentalist” for the year 2000. He’s played in many different bands starting in Florida and now in Maine. He has an affinity for Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers\, which made dreaming up this band just feel natural.   \nRoger Howard started taking drum lessons at age 12 and joined his first garage band at 16. From there he went on to play in an assortment of bands in five states. His wide variety of musical styles include blues\, country\, alternative\, rock\, and rhythm and blues.     \nSince settling in Maine in the 1980s\, Howard has always been part of the Maine music scene. His stage experiences have taken him from local bars and clubs to private functions\, town fairs\, campgrounds\, festivals\, tour boats\, and just about anywhere he can set up a drum set. From early on\, Howard had his mind on the business aspect of the bands\, always willing to go out and meet club owners\, managers\, and booking agents.    \nPlaying in Runnin’ Down A Dream is the culmination of everything Howard has learned and experienced over many decades in his extensive musical career.       \nMarty Mclellan made his debut at a coffee house performing covers of Neil Young\, Grateful Dead\, Jim Croce and James Taylor at Hobart College in Geneva\, New York in 1982. Following that gig\, he was fortunate to hook up with a local musicians club and formed his first band\, Xtra Stok.   \nIn 1995\, Mclellan began to jam with local musician Ken Goodman in what would eventually become Blues Barn. The band acquired a new drummer and a new name. Dirty McCurdy marked Mclellan’s first real experience as a frontman. The band covered mostly rock and roll\, but also some original material while it continued to adhere to the blues standards it had established in the Blues Barn years.   \nSteve Brown’s music career began in the late 1970s when he joined the band White Water in Central Maine playing a beat-up old Wurlitzer electric piano. This led to a brief Holiday Inn tour with an Elvis Presley tribute show.    \nOver the years\, Brown became an in-demand keyboard player in the New England region. He was a member of some well-known bands including Ricky and the Giants\, Elmore Twist Band\, Gary Black and the Blues\, 43 North and the LA Harley Band. He has been a first-call keyboard fill-in for dozens more bands.    \nThese five musicians together on the Franco stage will perform the music of Tom Petty with authentic renditions from every stage of his career. Doors open an hour before showtime. A full cash bar will be available.   \nSupport for this concert comes from Androscoggin Bank\, Maple Way Dental Care\, Bennett Radio Group\, Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, and Uncle Andy’s Digest\, according to Franco Center staff.  \nDoors open an hour before the show. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 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.   \nThe 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. 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/tom-petty-tribute-band-to-play-at-franco-on-nov-19/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T150000
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SUMMARY:Family-friendly magic and illusion show coming to our stage Nov. 12
DESCRIPTION:Magic and illusion show coming to Franco Center stage Nov. 12  \nLEWISTON–Markus and Angelique Steelgrave will present their family-friendly show of magic and illusion at 2 p.m. Saturday\, Nov. 12\, at the Franco Center. Their show is sure to amaze guests with baffling magic and illusion\, juggling\, upbeat music\, clean comedy\, and plenty of good-natured audience participation. Angelique wrote about the Franco Center\, “Wow\, it’s beautiful! Perfect staging for a very magical illusion show.”  \nMarkus Steelgrave was inspired to be a magician as a child\, after reading a book about Harry Houdini and finding instructions in the back of the book on how to do a magic trick. At age 13\, he literally ran away with the circus\, and later joined the U.S. Navy after high school. After his time on the high seas\, Markus worked as a magician\, a juggler\, and a fire-eater. He has been a consultant for theater companies and TV commercials\, and he is also a skilled balloon-twisting artist.  \nAngelique Steelgrave earned a bachelor’s degree in theater at the University of Southern Maine and co-founded and performed with her own children’s theater\, Krackerjack Theatre Company\, from 1988-2002. She saw her first magic show as an adult when encouraged to do so by a theater director who was also a magician and needed a new assistant. Angelique was selected for the role\, and magic has been part of her life ever since.  \nMarkus and Angelique Steelgrave partnered in 2002 and were married in 2006. Magic continues to be their full-time profession\, and The Steelgraves\, as they are known professionally\, give hundreds of performances each year\, mainly out of state. They have won several awards for both stage and close-up magic\, and have been headliners at magic conventions around the U.S. Local television appearances include “The Nite Show with Danny Cashman” and Fox 23’s “Good Day Maine.”  \nThe Steelgraves live in East Waterboro with their large family of critters including doves\, rabbits\, cats and the occasional flying squirrel.  \nTickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children in advance. Tickets at the door day of show are $20 for adults and $15 for children. Tickets can be purchased online at francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or at the door day of show if tickets are still available. Doors open at 1 p.m. The 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.  \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/magic-and-illusion-show-coming-to-our-gothic-stage/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T210000
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SUMMARY:The River Comics bringing Jim McCue to Franco Nov. 10
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON—The River Comics will return to the Franco stage on Thursday\, Nov. 10. The stand-up show comedians include headliner Jim McCue\, featuring Ian MacDonald\, and hosted by Nick Gordon. \nMcCue went viral this year with his DryBar special “nothing personal” which has had almost 5 million views. He has been featured on Comedy Central\, Comcast Comedy Spotlight\, NBC’s “Last Comic Standing\,” RedEye on Fox news\, Live at Gotham AXS. and several appearances on the “Bob and Tom” show. McCue founded and currently runs The Boston Comedy Festival. \nFeatured comedian MacDonald placed 3rd in the Finals of New England’s Funniest Comedian Competition 2022\, was a contestant in The River Comic’s Maine’s Wicked Funny Laugh-Off Contest 2021\, a finalist in Maine Event Comedy’s Tightest Five Competition\, performed at the Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest 2021\, the Portland Maine Comedy Festival 2022\, and was a regular performer at Empire Comedy Club\, including the Make ME Laugh game show and Ignorant. Independently\, he produces weekly comedy at Stroudwater Distillery and Thompsons Point. MacDonald is the newest member of The River Comics\, Comedy Productions. He can be seen performing throughout New England and beyond. \nHost Gordon is a stand-up comedy writer\, performer\, and producer.  He has dabbled in podcasting and voiceover work and enjoys any opportunity to make people laugh.  His style is ever-evolving and he just might be one of the best comics you’ve never heard of. \nSupport for this comedy event comes from Roopers\, Maple Way Dental Care\, Bennett Radio Group\, Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, and Uncle Andy’s Digest. \nDoors and cash bar open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door day of show. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 207-689-2000\, online at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=franc or in person at the Franco Center’s box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Parking is in the mill lot. The building is ADA accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/the-river-comics-bring-jim-mccue-to-franco-nov-10/
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T193000
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SUMMARY:MMS bringing Battle of the Blends to Franco stage Nov. 5
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 5 at 7:30 pm \nCelebration of a cappella singing brought to you by some of our favorite groups. \nPerformed at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St\, Lewiston \nMore information will be added as it becomes available.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/mms-bringing-battle-of-the-blends-to-franco-stage-nov-5/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T203000
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SUMMARY:Franco Center’s Piano Series to open Nov. 4 with Matthew Graybil
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON—Concert pianist Matthew Graybil will open the Franco Center’s Piano Series season at 7 p.m. Friday\, Nov. 4. One of the most popular pianists to have performed at the Franco Center\, Graybil will begin the program with his arrangement of Stravinsky’s Pulcinella Suite. Beethoven’s Sonata No. 14\, Opus 27 (“Moonlight”) will complete the first half of the recital. Following intermission\, he will feature works by Bellini and Chopin\, and end the scheduled program with Bellini’s arrangement of Liszt’s “Reminiscences of Norma.”  \nGraybil stands out among the new generation of American classical pianists. He was praised by The New Yorker as “an exceptional artist” and by the Southampton Press for playing described as “hypnotic and compelling.” Following the release of his debut album\, in 2012\, featuring works by Brahms and Schubert\, Fanfare Magazine called him “one of the most sensitive\, poetic young pianists to debut on record in recent memory.”    \nIn September 2015\, Graybil and Igor Lovchinsky\, a close friend since their time at Juilliard\, opened the Franco Center’s 10th Piano Series Season with the New England premiere of the Piston work\, for which they had collaborated in the New York premiere the previous year.  \nA record of Chopin’s Complete Etudes\, Op. 10 was released by the Chopin Project in 2016\, and his recording\, with Larry Weng\, of the Piston Concerto for two pianos soli was released in February 2018 for Steinway & Sons records. He returned to Steinway’s recording studio in August\, 2018\, to record selections from his Debussy centennial celebration program. In March 2020\, he released his most recent album with violinist Niv Ashkenazi\, entitled “Violins of Hope” for Albany Records.  \nA native of Lancaster\, Pennsylvania\, Graybil began his piano studies at age 6 and gave his first recital within a year.  His teacher was Harvey Wedeen. He made his orchestral debut\, at age 14\, with a performance of the Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1.   \nHe received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the Juilliard School under the tutelage of Jerome Lowenthal and Matti Raekallio. He has given masterclasses at music schools and universities internationally and served as a faculty member of the Lancaster International Piano Festival. He resides in New York City.  \nA prizewinner in national and international competitions\, Graybil has given solo recitals and performed with orchestras and in chamber groups in the United States\, Canada\, Mexico\, the Netherlands\, and France.    \nA special thanks goes to the Piano Series season sponsor Ann’s Flower Shop.  \nTickets are $20. No charge for students. Tickets 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.     \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Parking is in the mill lot. Handicap access is on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building.  \n  \nTICKETS HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/piano-series-at-the-franco-to-open-with-matthew-graybil/
CATEGORIES:Piano Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T210000
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SUMMARY:MSO Season Opener at the Franco Oct. 29
DESCRIPTION:Season Opener\nRohan Smith\, Conductor \nProgram: \nValerie Coleman: Seven O’Clock Shout \nDmitri Shostakovich: Piano Concerto No. 2 \n— featuring Chiharu Naruse\, Pianist \nJohannes Brahms:  Symphony No. 4 \n  \nPerformance Dates: \nSaturday\, October 29\, 2022 – 7:00 p.m. – Gendron Franco Center \nTickets at https://www.midcoastsymphony.org/tickets/
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/mso-season-opener-at-the-franco-oct-29/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221028
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SUMMARY:Fright Night Oct. 27
DESCRIPTION:Franco Center to provide scares with its Halloween-themed Fright Nights  \nLEWISTON—As a chilly fog settles along the riverfront in Lewiston-Auburn\, and a cool breeze rustles through the remaining foliage\, the Franco Center will open its crypt for Fright Night on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday\, Oct. 25\, 26\, and 27.  \nThe maze will be open from noon to 5 p.m. each day of the event for $6 per person. During this time\, the maze will provide less of a scare than the nightly maze.  \nEach night of the event\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. dozens of trained and costumed actors will play the parts of ghoulish and scary characters in the indoor maze. The cost will be $10 per person.  \n“These actors\, who we call our scream team\, will provide nightly entertainment while also watching to keep people safe and moving along\,” said Franco Center Production Manager Jake Hodgkin. He described the special lighting and sound effects that will accompany the creepy decorations as being worthy of the price of admission. “Thrill seekers will have to maneuver through twists and turns to get out of the maze. Prepared to be scared.”  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The 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.   \nTICKETS  AVAILABLE HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/scary-halloween-walk-oct-27/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221027
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SUMMARY:Fright Night Oct. 26\, 27
DESCRIPTION:Franco Center to provide scares with its Halloween-themed Fright Nights  \nLEWISTON—As a chilly fog settles along the riverfront in Lewiston-Auburn\, and a cool breeze rustles through the remaining foliage\, the Franco Center will open its crypt for Fright Night on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday\, Oct. 25\, 26\, and 27.  \nThe maze will be open from noon to 5 p.m. each day of the event for $6 per person. During this time\, the maze will provide less of a scare than the nightly maze.  \nEach night of the event\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. dozens of trained and costumed actors will play the parts of ghoulish and scary characters in the indoor maze. The cost will be $10 per person.  \n“These actors\, who we call our scream team\, will provide nightly entertainment while also watching to keep people safe and moving along\,” said Franco Center Production Manager Jake Hodgkin. He described the special lighting and sound effects that will accompany the creepy decorations as being worthy of the price of admission. “Thrill seekers will have to maneuver through twists and turns to get out of the maze. Prepared to be scared.”  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The 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.   \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/scary-halloween-walk-oct-26-27/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221026
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SUMMARY:Fright Night Oct. 25\, 26\, 27
DESCRIPTION:Franco Center to provide scares with its Halloween-themed Fright Nights  \nLEWISTON—As a chilly fog settles along the riverfront in Lewiston-Auburn\, and a cool breeze rustles through the remaining foliage\, the Franco Center will open its crypt for Fright Night on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday\, Oct. 25\, 26\, and 27.  \nThe maze will be open from noon to 5 p.m. each day of the event for $6 per person. During this time\, the maze will provide less of a scare than the nightly maze.  \nEach night of the event\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. dozens of trained and costumed actors will play the parts of ghoulish and scary characters in the indoor maze. The cost will be $10 per person.  \n“These actors\, who we call our scream team\, will provide nightly entertainment while also watching to keep people safe and moving along\,” said Franco Center Production Manager Jake Hodgkin. He described the special lighting and sound effects that will accompany the creepy decorations as being worthy of the price of admission. “Thrill seekers will have to maneuver through twists and turns to get out of the maze. Prepared to be scared.”  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The 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.   \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/scary-halloween-walk-oct-25-26-27/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T210000
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SUMMARY:The River Comics bringing stand-up comedy show to the Franco Oct. 12
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON–The River Comics will bring its stand-up comedy show to the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Wednesday\, Oct. 12. Comedians Karen Morgan will headline\, Tuck Tucker will be featured\, and Leonard Kimble will be host for the evening. What is stand-up comedy? One-liners\, stories\, and observations\, according to descriptions used for this type of comedy. Kimble said\, “No two stand-up comedy shows are alike.”  \nKaren Morgan\, submitted photo \nMorgan was born and raised in Athens\, Georgia\, but now calls Maine home. A former trial attorney\, she began her professional comedy career as a finalist on Nickelodeon Television’s “Search for the Funniest Mom in America.” Morgan’s comedy specials can be seen on Dry Bar Comedy\, and her latest album\, “Cocktails in Pajamas\,” is now available on streaming platforms. Her television appearances include comedy shows and ads for companies like Walmart and Zyrtec. Morgan’s clean shows in performing arts centers around the country have made her a favorite among theater audiences.  \n  \n  \nTuck Tucker\,submitted photo \nTucker is a Maine-based comedian who has been keeping audiences in stitches for the last 15 years. A triple threat\, Tucker can be seen performing all over New England with his hilarious stand-up improv group “Running with Scissors” or with the improv-based comedy show “ComedySportz Maine.”  \n  \n  \n  \nLeonard Kimble\,submitted photo \nKimble is an up-and-coming comedian from Auburn\, Maine\, where he lives with his wife\, two kids\, and a cat that he doesn’t want. He spends his days as that IT guy who works on stuff you don’t really care about. Originally from Chicago\, Kimble bases his comedy on things he has said to his wife in the car\, whether it be about their kids or life in Maine. The sound of strangers laughing at something silly that he wrote in his basement fuels him to his next gig.  \n  \n  \nDoors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door day of show. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 207-689-2000\, online by clicking here www.francocenter.org\, or in person at the Franco Center’s box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Parking is in the mill lot. The building is ADA accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston.  \n Thank you to our supporters! \nSeason Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care \nMedia Sponsors: \nBennett Radio Group \nSun Journal \nTurner Publishing \nUncle Andy’s Digest \nEvent Sponsor: \nRoopers
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/the-river-comics-bringing-stand-up-comedy-show-to-the-franco-oct-12/
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T210000
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SUMMARY:Echoes of Floyd coming to Franco Oct. 8
DESCRIPTION:Echoes of Floyd to perform at Franco Center Oct. 8  \nLEWISTON–Echoes of Floyd\, a Pink Floyd tribute band\, will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 8\, at the Franco Center. Band members are Rick Mutti (drums)\, Seth MacLean (vocals\, guitars\, lapsteel\, keyboards)\, Matt Desreuisseau (keyboards\, synths\, effects)\, Geoffrey Williams (vocals\, guitars\, effects\, saxophones)\, and Mark Grover (bass).  They have performed together as a band for over four years\, playing to sold-out audiences all across New England and beyond.     \nDoors open an hour before the show. Cash bar available. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. Handicap access to the building is on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building.  \nTickets are $30 in advance and $35 at door day of show. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS \n Thank you to our supporters! \nSeason Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care \nMedia Sponsors: \nBennett Radio Group \nSun Journal \nTurner Publishing \nUncle Andy’s Digest \nEvent Sponsor: \nPlatz Associates
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/echoes-of-floyd-coming-to-franco-oct-8/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T170639Z
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SUMMARY:International comedy 'The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?' Oct. 6
DESCRIPTION:International comedy ‘The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?’ coming to Franco stage Oct. 6  \nLEWISTON–Robert Dubac’s The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron? is an international comedy described by The New York Times as\, “Hilarious… a one man tours de force!” and it’s coming to the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Thursday\, Oct. 6.  \nOn a quest to answer the age-old question\, “What do women want?” Dubac transforms himself into five “hysterical boneheads who each offer sidesplitting advice on how to best straddle the gender gap – all while drinking a beer\,” according to Dubac’s press release.   \nCritics and audiences alike state “The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron? is a rare thing: a clever combination of theater and stand-up comedy that is laugh-out-loud funny\, provocative and insightful all at once. There are two types of people who should rush and see it – men and women!” according to The Providence Journal.     \nThe show opens with the character Bobby in a very confused state after having been dumped by the girl of his dreams. Unable to understand why\, he channels some not-so-wise\, but hilarious advice from his five chauvinistic mentors. With a shrug of his shoulders or a crook of his neck\, Dubac’s five alter egos each offer their own brand of misguided advice. They are:   \nTHE COLONEL who insists that the key to what women want is honesty\, hence all men should admit they’re boneheads so they always have an out.   \nJEAN-MICHEL who says communication is what women want and communicating with double-talk and mindless metaphors is completely acceptable as long as you speak with a sexy accent.   \nFAST EDDIE who gives women want they want – passion! But he doles it out from the passing lane professing men have to “love ’em fast and leave ’em first.”    \nOLD MR. LINGER who believes women want a sense of humor. He understands women can play hard to get. He also understands that if a man plays hard to get – he doesn’t get anything.  Old Mr. Linger is 123 years old and believes he has discovered the secret to life: remaining single.   \nRONNIE CABREZZI who believes all women want is some sensitivity. He also thinks sharing your secrets makes you sensitive.  However\, the kind of secrets he shares with his fiancé\, Lucy\, just piss her off.    \nLuckily\, BOBBY realizes their suggestions are worthless and with help from his “feminine side” he is able to sift through all the bad advice and discover the real answer to what women want. He does it all while drinking a beer.    \nBrace yourself\, ladies\, ‘cause this is how men think.   \nHaving been translated into dozens of languages from Hebrew to Hungarian and produced world-wide from the Eiffel Tower to the Heartland\, THE MALE INTELLECT is the kind of universal show that speaks to anyone who has ever been in a relationship. And out of one. And back in one again.    \nDubac creates characters that boggle our minds with biting wit and rapid-fire satire while simultaneously crafting a simple story that binds us all together. His ability to combine the raucous laughter of stand-up comedy with the startling thrill of live theater continues to fill seats everywhere.  \nTickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door day of show. Doors open one hour before show time. The 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.  \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE \n Thank you to our supporters! \nSeason Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care \nMedia Sponsors: \nBennett Radio Group \nSun Journal \nTurner Publishing \nUncle Andy’s Digest \nEvent Sponsor: \nThe Champoux Insurance Group
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/international-comedy-the-male-intellect-an-oxymoron-oct-6/
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T213000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T164633Z
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SUMMARY:Gubernatorial Debate Oct. 4
DESCRIPTION:Here is a link to the Sun Journal’s coverage and live broadcast of the debate:\nWatch tonight’s Maine gubernatorial debate at 8 p.m. – Lewiston Sun Journal \nYour Vote 2022 Gubernatorial Debate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaine Public wrote: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nWe’re writing with an important update regarding Tuesday’s Gubernatorial Debate hosted by Maine Public\, the Portland Press Herald\, and the Sun Journal. We have made the decision to make this a closed event to ensure an equitable debate environment. All audience tickets to this event are cancelled. \n  \nWe appreciate your understanding and patience in this matter. The debate will be broadcast live Tuesday evening at 8:00 p.m. on Maine Public Television\, Maine Public Radio\, and MainePublic.org. The debate will be rebroadcast on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. on Maine Public Radio\, 4:00 p.m. on Maine Public Television\, and available any time at MainePublic.org/YourVote. \n  \nThis decision was just made\, and we wanted to alert you as soon as possible. Again\, we appreciate your understanding and hope you have an opportunity to tune in. \n  \nVery best\, \n  \nCory Morrissey \nMaine Public
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/gubernatorial-debate-at-the-franco-oct-4/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220927T133811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T133811Z
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SUMMARY:COVID Still Sux Redux: The Musical Part 2.5 at the Franco Oct. 2
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON—Royal Family Productions returns to the Franco Center stage with its hilarious drama\, “COVID Still Sux Redux: The Musical Part 2.5” at 2 p.m. Sunday\, Oct. 2. Various ticket prices beginning at $20 can be found at their site RoyalFamilyProductions.org. This theatrical musical spoof of the pandemic is written by Chris Henry and Mark Falconer; choreographed by Emily Anne Davis\, and directed by Chris Henry with Danny Gay. \nTICKETS HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/covid-still-sux-redux-the-musical-part-2-5-at-the-franco-oct-2/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220727T203836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T203836Z
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SUMMARY:Inspired Voices 2022: We Will Rise! on Sept. 17
DESCRIPTION:Tri-County Mental Health Services presents an evening of hope and inspiration. Join us for music\, poetry\, dance\, artwork and compelling stories of hope and recovery. \nTickets are $25 each plus handling fee on EVENTBRITE. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/inspired-voices-2022-we-will-rise-on-sept-17/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220726T164343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T164343Z
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SUMMARY:La Rencontre scheduled for Sept. 8
DESCRIPTION:La Rencontre luncheon to feature local musicians   \nLEWISTON–The La Rencontre luncheon at the Franco Center will feature local musicians Nel Meservier\, Bob Mathieu\, and Fernande Caron Cyr. The event is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday\, Sept. 8.  \nAfter socializing\, lunch will be served followed by entertainment. Lunch will consist of pot roast\, potatoes\, a vegetable\, roll/bread\, and apple crisp for dessert. \nMeservier\, a lifelong resident of the Lewiston-Auburn area\, comes from a musical family. Between his brother\, nephews\, and nieces\, at one time various family members were in a total of seven bands playing everything from rock and roll to folk music to French music. Meservier\, who plays keyboard\, has been performing since the age of 15. He has been a volunteer at the Franco Center since it was established in 2000.  \nMathieu is a Lewiston native who has performed in local bands including playing bass with the original Royal Knights. He has also performed with The Fascinations and is a long-time member of the Holy Family choir. He has performed with the Lewiston-Auburn Little Community Theater. He has entertained at previous La Rencontre luncheons and continues to perform at local nursing homes.  \nCyr has been singing all her life including the glee club while attending St. Dom’s High School\, with Little Community Theater\, in the choir at St. Phillips Church in Auburn\, and at funerals. She has performed at the Franco Center in the past with her nephew\, pianist Paul Caron and will be performing at this La Rencontre event with Paul’s uncle\, Nel Meservier.  \nElaine Roop\, Franco Center board president\, said\, “We are very fortunate to have our French cultural programs such as La Rencontre supported by FACE Foundation\, TV5 Monde\, and the Quebec Delegation. French culture is a big part of Lewiston’s and Auburn’s cultural heritage.”   \nDoors open at 9:30 a.m. Tickets are $15 per person and must be purchased by noon Tuesday\, Sept. 6. Parking is in the mill lot. Handicap access is via Lincoln St. Alley.   \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS \nOther La Rencontre events will be held on Dec. 8\, 2022; March 9\, 2023; and June 22\, 2023.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/la-rencontre-scheduled-for-sept-8/
CATEGORIES:La Rencontre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220816T183552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T183552Z
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SUMMARY:Private Event August 20\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:Private event.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/private-event-august-20-2022/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220720T233840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T233840Z
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SUMMARY:Acadia Academy presents Shrek Jr August 11 and 12
DESCRIPTION:Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR.\, based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre\, Shrek\, leads a cast of fairy tale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale\, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.\n\nTickets are $10 each. \nTickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=franc
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/acadia-academy-presents-shrek-jr-august-11-and-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220720T233715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T233715Z
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SUMMARY:Acadia Academy presents Shrek Jr August 11 and 12
DESCRIPTION:Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR.\, based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre\, Shrek\, leads a cast of fairy tale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale\, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.\n\nTickets are $10 each. \nTickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=franc
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/acadia-academy-presents-shrek-jr-august-11-and-12/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220806T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220802T164919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T164919Z
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SUMMARY:Advocates for World Peace on Aug. 6\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:Masks are mandatory for this event per its organizers. \nParking for this event is in the mill parking lot. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Use the double red doors to Heritage Hall for this event. \nThe event will take place from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. \nAGENDA FOR Aug. 6\, 2022 \n* Al Harvie welcomes everyone and then introduces the Mayor of Lewiston Carl Sheline. \n* Mayor Sheline gives the official welcome from the city of Lewiston. \n* Larry Gilbert speaks about his personal relationship with Dr. Bernard Lown and his work to dedicate the bridge.  Larry will show a short video of Dr. Lown speaking about war and children. \n* We will watch the 14-minute video of Dr. Lown and the Soviet Union doctors discussing nuclear war. \n* Dr. Doug Dransfield of PSR will speak of his organization’s relationship to Dr. Lown and its work to rid the world of nuclear weapons. \n* Ted Walworth MD\, who has experience working with Doctors Without Borders\, will reflect on the public role of physicians advocating for world peace. \n* Denny Dreher and Fred Brodeur will speak on behalf of Pax Christi Maine. \n* We will then join in song. \n* We will then proceed to the Peace Bridge where we will lay a wreath in Dr. Lown’s honor. \n* We will disperse. \nThe event is being organized by Maine Veterans for Peace\, Peace Action Maine\, and Physicians for Social Responsibility–Maine Cahpter. Sponsors include PeaceWorks of Brunswick\, Maine and Pax Christi Maine. \nFor more information\, contact Larry Gilbert Sr. at 207-632-7373 or email Doug Rawlings (Maine Veterans for Peace) at rawlings@maine.edu.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/advocates-for-world-peace-on-aug-6-2022/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T213000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220720T113519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T113519Z
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SUMMARY:BDF Musicians' Concert
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 40th Anniversary Season\, Bates Dance Festival presents the BDF Musicians’ Concert\, an evening of music from all over the world in the beautiful Franco Center (46 Cedar Street).\n\nTickets are Choose Your Own Price at $5 or $25. Get your tickets at the link below!\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/…/musicians-concert-monday…\n\nThoughtful\, playful and profound music takes center stage when these extraordinary composers\, known for their collaborations with dancers\, perform a program of original and improvised works that blend musical styles from around the globe.\n\nThe evening features multi-instrumentalists Jesse Manno\, and Terrence Karn whose collective musical repertory spans Africa\, Asia and the Middle East; composers and pianists\, Peter Jones and Carl Landa; violin prodigy Rob Flax; and electronic musician Albert Mathias.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/bdf-musicians-concert/
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220720T113950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T113950Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Night Dancing at the Franco
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday night throughout the summer you can have fun at the Franco Center! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Happy hour goes on until 7 p.m. Dancing and other fun social activities take place from 7 to 9 p.m. It’s not too shabby! \nPay $5 admission at the door\, online at francocenter.org\, or call 207-689-2000. Give yourself a fun night out during the week! There’s plenty of parking in the mill lot for our events. \nOur Thursday Night Live events are a great place to meet up with your graduating class\, co-workers\, current classmates\, and business associates. \nDid you know you can rent the Franco Center? Pick up a brochure while you’re here. \nWe also have a wide variety of events on our calendar for next season: La Rencontre (daytime French party); Runnin’ On a Dream Tom Petty Tribute Band; The Male Intellect/Oxymoron; Echoes of Floyd Band; Creepy Crypt Halloween Walk; Adult Halloween Party; Magic Shows; Don Campbell Christmas; Our Own Magical Christmas on the Riverfront; Schooner Fare; Josee Vachon (daytime); Studio Two Beatles Tribute Band; and more. Some events are family- and kid-friendly! \nPlease consider donating to the Franco Center so we can continue to bring performing arts\, entertainment\, and cultural programs to Lewiston’s Riverfront. Thank you so much!
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/thursday-night-dancing-at-the-franco/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Night Live
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220720T114744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T114744Z
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SUMMARY:French conversation club to meet July 21
DESCRIPTION:A French-speaking social club called “Parlez-vous?” meets at 10:30 a.m. on alternate Thursdays in Heritage Hall\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston. Conversations are geared to beginner and intermediate levels. Club coordinators include Jan Sullivan and Joanne Ducharme. Meetings are about an hour long but may be extended until noon if the club needs the extra time. \n\n\nFor more information or to register\, contact Jan Sullivan at 207-239-0063 or Joanne Ducharme at 207-713-8324. Parking is available in the mill lot across the street from the Franco Center. The Franco Center is handicap accessible.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/french-conversation-club-to-meet-july-21/
CATEGORIES:French Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220706T140950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T140950Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Night Live!
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Night Live will kick off on July 14\, 2022. Every Thursday night throughout the summer you can have fun at the Franco Center! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Happy hour goes on until 7 p.m. Dancing and other fun social activities take place from 7 to 9 p.m. It’s not too shabby! \nPay $5 admission at the door\, online at francocenter.org\, or call 207-689-2000. Give yourself a fun night out during the week! There’s plenty of parking in the mill lot for our events. \nOur Thursday Night Live events are a great place to meet up with your graduating class\, co-workers\, current classmates\, and business associates. \nDid you know you can rent the Franco Center? Pick up a brochure while you’re here. \nWe also have a wide variety of events on our calendar for next season: La Rencontre (daytime French party); Runnin’ On a Dream Tom Petty Tribute Band; The Male Intellect/Oxymoron; Echoes of Floyd Band; Creepy Crypt Halloween Walk; Adult Halloween Party; Magic Shows; Don Campbell Christmas; Our Own Magical Christmas on the Riverfront; Schooner Fare; Josee Vachon (daytime); Studio Two Beatles Tribute Band; and more. Some events are family- and kid-friendly! \nWe give tours\, too. Look for the link on our website. \nPlease consider donating to the Franco Center so we can continue to bring performing arts\, entertainment\, and cultural programs to Lewiston’s Riverfront. Thank you so much!
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/thursday-night-live/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Night Live
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220613T154503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T154503Z
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SUMMARY:Dance Lessons at the Franco on June 30
DESCRIPTION:Dance Lessons \nBefore we start our new Thursday Night Live events in July\, learn to line dance with the staff at the Franco Entertainment Center on the Riverfront in Lewiston on Thursday\, June 30.  \nOur very own production manager\, Jake Hodgkin\, will show us how to do the moves for the most popular line dances including Cotton Eye Joe\, the Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and Boot Scootin’ Boogie.  \n \n  \nDoors open at 5:30 p.m.; happy hour is from 6 to 7 p.m.; and dancing is from 7 to 9 p.m. A $5 admission fee will be charged at the door or buy your tickets online at www.francocenter.org or by phone at 207-689-2000. The Franco Center is located at the entrance to Lewiston’s Riverfront at 46 Cedar St. The building is handicap accessible.  
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-at-the-franco-on-june-30/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
CREATED:20220613T154246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T154246Z
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SUMMARY:‘Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2’ performances at the Franco June 26
DESCRIPTION:‘Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2’ performances at the Franco June 26 \nLEWISTON— NYC’s Royal Family Productions\, a theatre company known for its innovative productions and development of new original work\, continues to bring quality family theatre to Maine with a performance of “Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2” at the Franco Center on June 26. \nChris Henry and Mark Falconer have written this new sequel to their previous original musical comedy about the pandemic featuring parodies of hit Broadway songs from shows like Hamilton\, Les Miserables\, Tick Tick Boom\, West Side Story\, Chicago\, and Annie. This show is directed by Chris Henry with Danny Gay and features choreography by Emily Anne Davis. \nHenry is a native of Winthrop\, Maine\, and is thrilled that Royal Family is able to continue to produce top-quality theatre in her home state. \n“Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2” will star Danny Gay\, Cade Parker\, Maggie Langhorne\, Glenn Atkins\, Amy Griswold\, Maria Groover\, Julia Groover\, and Graci Gillen with Emily Anne Davis and Caitlyn Morgan. The creative team includes music supervision by Lars Jacobsen and Mark Falconer and sound design by Noah Keneborus. The Maine Production Team includes Danny Gay\, Ann Fairchild\, Lily Webb\, and Cade Parker. \nPerformance will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday\, June 26. Performance is approximately 85 minutes. Tickets are $20 for general admission with $100 preferred seating and $250 VIP tickets. For tickets or more information about Royal Family Productions\, visit www.royalfamilyproductions.org. \nFollowing COVID Protection guidelines\, the audience is required to provide proof of vaccination and remain masked throughout the performance. \nThe Franco Center is at the entrance to Lewiston’s Riverfront\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. The building is handicap accessible. Parking is in the mill lot. Sign up for the Franco’s newsletter at francocenter.org.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/covidstillsuxmusical2-3/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T232551
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SUMMARY:‘Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2’ performances at the Franco June 25\, 26
DESCRIPTION:‘Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2’ performances at the Franco June 25\, 26 \nLEWISTON— NYC’s Royal Family Productions\, a theatre company known for its innovative productions and development of new original work\, continues to bring quality family theatre to Maine with three performances of “Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2” at the Franco Center on June 25 and 26. \nChris Henry and Mark Falconer have written this new sequel to their previous original musical comedy about the pandemic featuring parodies of hit Broadway songs from shows like Hamilton\, Les Miserables\, Tick Tick Boom\, West Side Story\, Chicago\, and Annie. This show is directed by Chris Henry with Danny Gay and features choreography by Emily Anne Davis. \nHenry is a native of Winthrop\, Maine\, and is thrilled that Royal Family is able to continue to produce top-quality theatre in her home state. \n“Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2” will star Danny Gay\, Cade Parker\, Maggie Langhorne\, Glenn Atkins\, Amy Griswold\, Maria Groover\, Julia Groover\, and Graci Gillen with Emily Anne Davis and Caitlyn Morgan. The creative team includes music supervision by Lars Jacobsen and Mark Falconer and sound design by Noah Keneborus. The Maine Production Team includes Danny Gay\, Ann Fairchild\, Lily Webb\, and Cade Parker. \nPerformances will be held at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday\, June 25\, and 2 p.m. Sunday\, June 26. Each performance is approximately 85 minutes. Tickets are $20 for general admission with $100 preferred seating and $250 VIP tickets. For tickets or more information about Royal Family Productions\, visit www.royalfamilyproductions.org. \nFollowing COVID Protection guidelines\, the audience is required to provide proof of vaccination and remain masked throughout the performance. \nThe Franco Center is at the entrance to Lewiston’s Riverfront\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. The building is handicap accessible. Parking is in the mill lot. Sign up for the Franco’s newsletter at www.francocenter.org.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/covidstillsuxmusical2-2/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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SUMMARY:‘Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2’ performances at the Franco June 25\, 26
DESCRIPTION:‘Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2’ performances at the Franco June 25\, 26 \nLEWISTON— NYC’s Royal Family Productions\, a theatre company known for its innovative productions and development of new original work\, continues to bring quality family theatre to Maine with three performances of “Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2” at the Franco Center on June 25 and 26. \nChris Henry and Mark Falconer have written this new sequel to their previous original musical comedy about the pandemic featuring parodies of hit Broadway songs from shows like Hamilton\, Les Miserables\, Tick Tick Boom\, West Side Story\, Chicago\, and Annie. This show is directed by Chris Henry with Danny Gay and features choreography by Emily Anne Davis. \nHenry is a native of Winthrop\, Maine\, and is thrilled that Royal Family is able to continue to produce top-quality theatre in her home state. \n“Covid Still Sux: The Musical\, Part 2” will star Danny Gay\, Cade Parker\, Maggie Langhorne\, Glenn Atkins\, Amy Griswold\, Maria Groover\, Julia Groover\, and Graci Gillen with Emily Anne Davis and Caitlyn Morgan. The creative team includes music supervision by Lars Jacobsen and Mark Falconer and sound design by Noah Keneborus. The Maine Production Team includes Danny Gay\, Ann Fairchild\, Lily Webb\, and Cade Parker. \nPerformances will be held at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday\, June 25\, and 2 p.m. Sunday\, June 26. Each performance is approximately 85 minutes. Tickets are $20 for general admission with $100 preferred seating and $250 VIP tickets. For tickets or more information about Royal Family Productions\, visit www.royalfamilyproductions.org. \nFollowing COVID Protection guidelines\, the audience is required to provide proof of vaccination and remain masked throughout the performance. \nThe Franco Center is at the entrance to Lewiston’s Riverfront\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. The building is handicap accessible. Parking is in the mill lot. Sign up for the Franco’s newsletter at www.francocenter.org.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/covidstillsuxmusical2/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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SUMMARY:La Rencontre to celebrate St. Jean de Baptiste Day
DESCRIPTION:La Rencontre in June will be a celebration of St. Jean de Baptiste Day. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday\, June 23\, which is the day before the actual French national holiday. Tickets are $15 and will not be sold at the door and must be purchased by noon on Monday\, June 20. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. A full cash bar will be available. Lunch (food to be determined) will begin at 11:30 a.m. followed by entertainment by Don and Cindy Roy\, who founded the very popular 140-member group of musicians known as Fiddle-icious many years ago. Click here for TICKETS Or call 207-689-2000.  Sponsor: TV5 Monde \nSeason Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care\nMedia Partners: Sun Journal\nTurner Publishing\nUncle Andy’s\nBennett Radio Group
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/la-rencontre-to-celebrate-st-jean-de-baptiste-day/
CATEGORIES:La Rencontre
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SUMMARY:The Mallett Brothers Band
DESCRIPTION:The Mallett Brothers Band\nFriday\, June 17\, 2022\n \nThe Mallett Brothers Band is an independent rock and roll / Americana / country band from Maine. Their busy tour schedule since forming in 2009 has helped them to build a dedicated fanbase across the U.S. and beyond while still calling the state of Maine their home. With a style that ranges from alt-country to Americana\, country\, jam and roots rock\, theirs is a musical melting pot that’s influenced equally by the singer/songwriter tradition as by harder rock\, classic country and psychedelic sounds.\nTexas Hill Country Explore Magazine calls them “New England’s wildly eclectic crew of genre rebels.” Bill Copeland Music News says “Combining their authentic roots rock sound with a reflective lyrical style that perceives stories on the level of epic myth\, it’s like William Faulkner has been resurrected with an electric guitar in hand.”\n \nThe Mallett Brothers Band has performed at some of the country’s top venues and festivals\, including Portland\, Maine’s State Theatre; Austin\, Texas’s famed Continental Club; Alexandria\, Virginia’s Birchmere; New Hampshire’s Meadowbrook Pavilion; Nashville’s Bluebird; Denver’s Cervantes’; and Little Rock’s The Rev Room\, to name a few. A list of artists for whom the band has provided direct support would include The Turnpike Troubadours\, The Outlaws\, Blackberry Smoke\, Robert Earl Keen\, .38 Special\, Molly Hatchet\, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real\, and many more. Festival appearances include FloydFest (Virginia)\, Hop Jam (Vermont)\, Nateva (Maine)\, The New England Country Music Festival (New Hampshire)\, Eastbound Throwdown (New York)\, and many more.\nTHE MALLETT BROTHERS BAND INCLUDES:\nVocals\, Acoustic & Electric Guitar / Luke Mallett Vocals\, Acoustic & Electric Guitar / Will Mallett Vocals\, Electric Guitar & Dobro / Wally Bass / Nick Leen Vocals\, Fiddle\, Mandolin\, Guitar / Andrew Martelle Drums / Brian Higgins\nSponsor: Androscoggin Bank \nSeason Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care\nShow Sponsor: Androscoggin Bank\nMedia Partners: Sun Journal\nTurner Publishing\nUncle Andy’s\nBennett Radio Group
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/the-mallett-brothers-band/
CATEGORIES:Music
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