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SUMMARY:Midcoast Symphony Orchestra’s Tried and True concert March 18
DESCRIPTION:Tried and True\, Plus a Newer Crew\nTanner Porter: Propellers in the Sun \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 35 in D major\, K. 385\, “Haffner” \nNEW  Arcangelo Corelli: Concerto Grosso\, Op. 6\, No. 4 \nFlorence Price: Symphony No. 3 \nWe welcome Hiroya Miura of Bates College to the podium to conduct our March concerts. MSO’s Music Director\, Rohan Smith\, will not be conducting this concert as originally planned because of family responsibilities. Miura was already slated as guest conductor for our May concerts. We are sure you will enjoy his musical take on this program.Concerto in D Minor for Two Violins by Bach\, featuring violinists Eva Gruesser and Rohan Smith\, was scheduled for the March program\, but it has been postponed to a future date. The MSO will perform the lively Concerto Grosso by Corelli instead. \nFor complete info and tickets: https://www.midcoastsymphony.org/concerts/iii-march-2023/ \nSaturday\, March 18\, 2023 – 7:00 p.m. \n \nRead about the music: CLICK HERE \nConcert length: about 2 hours with intermission \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS \nPROGRAM NOTE: Concerto in D Minor for Two Violins by Johannes S. Bach\, featuring violinists Eva Gruesser and Rohan Smith\, was originally planned for this concert.  Its performance has been postponed to a future date.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/midcoast-symphony-orchestras-tried-and-true-concert-march-18/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Renter
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society Remembrance and Hope Sunday concert
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 12\, 2023 at 3:00 pm\n \nMaine Music Society’s classical concert will feature two major works accompanied by string orchestra. First\, MMS will feature one of the most beloved choral works of the 19th Century\, Requiem by Gabriel Fauré. This seven-movement work focuses on eternal rest and consolation. MMS’s performance will be dedicated to the memory of the victims of Covid-19. \nAfter intermission\, MMS will perform the Sunrise Mass of Norwegian composer\, Ola Gjeilo. This beautiful 4-movement work will be performed in celebration of recovery and hope and days ahead. \nCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-remembrance-and-hope-sunday-concert/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Renter
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society Remembrance & Hope Concert
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 11\, 2023 at 7:30 pm and Sunday\, March 12\, 2023 at 3:00 pm\n \nMaine Music Society’s classical concert will feature two major works accompanied by string orchestra. First\, MMS will feature one of the most beloved choral works of the 19th Century\, Requiem by Gabriel Fauré. This seven-movement work focuses on eternal rest and consolation. MMS’s performance will be dedicated to the memory of the victims of Covid-19. \nAfter intermission\, MMS will perform the Sunrise Mass of Norwegian composer\, Ola Gjeilo. This beautiful 4-movement work will be performed in celebration of recovery and hope and days ahead. \nCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-remembrance-hope-concert/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T100000
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SUMMARY:Marc Mailhot to perform at La Rencontre March 9
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON — Piano and vocal artist Marc Mailhot will provide the entertainment at La Rencontre\, Riverfront-Franco-Center’s monthly luncheon\, on Thursday\, March 9. The doors and bar will open at 10 a.m. and the meal will be served at 11:30 a.m. La Rencontre is not restricted to French speakers or even those of Franco descent. All are welcome to attend. \nMailhot celebrates 63 years as a performing musical artist in 2023. He began his musical career in September 1957 at age 6\, formally studying piano under the late renowned Maine music teacher Louis Sirois for 11 years. Mailhot played his first formal public performance in a piano recital in May 1960. \nMailhot began playing drums in 1964\, inspired by his father and the British invasion beginning with The Beatles. He continues playing\, performing\, and teaching on both instruments today. In 1967\, Mailhot was chosen to represent Westbrook High School as a tenor in the All-State Concert and in 1968 sang “Edelweiss” from “The Sound Of Music” as a solo with the Westbrook High School Chorus in the All-City Concert. \nDuring his career\, Mailhot has performed thousands of gigs with pioneering Maine bands Love\, Inc. and Pegasus in the 1960s and ’70s. He performed with The Chapparals and currently performs with Get Back\, a Beatles/ 60s tribute band\, and as a solo pianist and singer. Mailhot has also written\, recorded\, toured extensively\, and produced. \nAs a member of Love\, Inc. in 1968\, Mailhot opened for well-known Boston groups The Orphans and Ultimate Spinach. When performing with Pegasus in the 1970s\, he opened for national artists Bob Seger and Edgar Winter. Love\, Inc. was the first Maine pop band to record an album in 1970 and chart three singles in 1969\, 1970\, and 1971. \nPegasus recorded their only single at Record Plant East in New York City\, in the same Studio where Don McLean recorded “American Pie.” The band’s producer was Dan Turbeville who co-produced the first Woodstock album\, and engineer Dennis Ferrante who engineered George Harrison’s “Concert for Banglasdesh” album. \nMailhot taught keyboard and drums at Starbird Music in Portland\, Maine in the 1960s and early ’70s. \nPatrons of the Riverfront/Franco Center may recall that from 2015 to 2017\, Mailhot was part of the “Connie Combo” for the Connie Francis Tribute Show. \nFor tickets\, call or visit the Riverfront – Franco Center box office at 207-689-2000 Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The price of tickets is $15. These tickets\, as with all Riverfront – Franco Center tickets\, will be nonrefundable/ nonexchangeable and must be purchased by 4 p.m. on the Monday prior to the event. Tickets will not be sold at the door. \nCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE \nFrench programs sponsors: TV5Monde\, FACE Foundation\, Quebec Delegation Boston. Thank you!
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/marc-mailhot-to-perform-at-la-rencontre-march-9/
CATEGORIES:La Rencontre
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE for Josée Vachon: Sunday\, March 5
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: The date of the Josée Vachon concert has been changed due to the upcoming storm. She will perform at 1 p.m. Sunday\, March 5. \n  \n LEWISTON—Josée Vachon will bring her musical entertainment and cultural show to Riverfront at 1 p.m. Sunday\, March 5. Through her music\, she will share her Franco American joie de vivre–her joy of living as a Franco-American. Born in Quebec and raised in Maine\, Vachon has been sharing her Franco-American upbringing for over 20 years\, through traditional and contemporary folksongs from Quebec and Acadia\, as well as her own compositions.    \nThough she often entertained at her family gatherings\, she began singing publicly with the support of the Franco-American Center at the University of Maine\, where she discovered others who shared the same rich heritage. She quickly gained recognition as a Franco-American voice through her first performances at state festivals in Lewiston and Madawaska\, Maine and at schools and parish soirées.    \nShe has a dozen solo recordings to her credit and continues to perform and record the music that best represents her love of Franco-American culture.    \nDoors open at noon. Tickets can be purchased online at TICKETS\, by phone at 207-689-2000 or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Riverfront is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.      \nThank you to our show sponsor Lawnguard Lawn Care! \nNEW TICKET PRICES FOR \nJosee Vachon concert! \nAdvance – Tier 1 – $20 \nTier 2 – $15 \nDoor – Tier 1 – $25 \nTier 2 – $20 \n  \nSeats in Tier 1 are closer to the stage\, but there isn’t a bad seat in Performance Hall.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/an-afternoon-of-musical-entertainment-on-the-franco-stage-with-josee-vachon-march-4-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230203T190000
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SUMMARY:Schooner Fare entertaining on Riverfront stage Feb. 3\, 2023 
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION INFO: Schooner Fare will perform at Riverfront Feb. 3. A new tiered ticket price is available for this concert. Doors and cash bar open at 6 p.m. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Riverfront – Franco Center is located in the former St. Mary’s Church at 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston. \nSchooner Fare entertaining on Riverfront stage Feb. 3  \n  \nLEWISTON—Brothers Chuck and Steve Romanoff begin their 48th year as Schooner Fare with return engagements to some of the most venerable venues for folk and acoustic music including Riverfront Performing Arts and Events at the Franco Center. They will perform in a lively concert for folks of all ages\, singing such signature original songs as Portland Town\, Day of the Clipper\, We the People\, and Scuttlebutt with high spirits and their unique brand of Maine’s Down East humor. The concert starts at 7 p.m. Friday\, Feb. 3.   \nSchooner Fare has won unanimous critical praise for their captivating harmonies and winning stage presence. Their 15 albums include traditional songs of North America\, Ireland\, and Britain. Their numerous original songs on both contemporary and traditional themes\, as well as topical songs\, country ballads\, and maritime masterpieces have made their name synonymous with the “Down East” style.   \nConsummate entertainers\, Chuck and Steve combine their talents on six-string guitar\, 12-string guitar\, and banjo to craft their distinctive vocal and instrumental arrangements. Schooner Fare has recorded with the Makem & Spain Bros. on their CD Sessions Vol. 1 that includes cuts by Noel Stookey\, Tom Paxton\, Roger McGuinn\, David Mallett\, Bill Staines\, Jonathan Edwards\, and Gordon Bok.  \nSchooner Fare’s 15 albums receive regular radio-play on four continents and world-wide on satellite radio. They have performed their original songs with The Portland Symphony Orchestra\, the Boston Pops Orchestra and their music has been recorded and performed by artists from the U.S.\, Canada\, Britain\, Ireland\, and Australia such as Liam Clancy (IRE)\, Tommy Makem (IRE)\, The Fureys (IRE) Glenn Yarbrough of The Limeliters (US)\, among dozens of other international artists.   \nDoors and cash bar open at 6 p.m. Tier 1 tickets (closer to stage) are $30 in advance and $35 at the door day of show. Tier 2 tickets (further away from stage) are $15 in advance and $20 at the door day of show. “There isn’t a bad view from any of the seats in Performance Hall\,” said Jake Hodgkin\, Riverfront production manager.  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.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 – 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.    \nThank you to our show sponsor Hebert Construction! \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/schooner-fare-entertaining-on-the-franco-stage-feb-3-2023/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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SUMMARY:Christie Ray to perform at Riverfront Jan. 19 
DESCRIPTION: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.   \nAlong 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.”   \nAt 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.   \nAdvance tickets are $15 and $20 at the door day of the show. Doors and cash bar open at 6 p.m.   \nTickets 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.   \nRiverfront\, 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.  \nTICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE CLICK HERE \nSponsored by Austin Associates and McCann Fabrication. Thank you for your support! \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/christie-ray-trio-to-play-at-franco-centers-cabaret-night-jan-19/
CATEGORIES:Cabaret,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T190000
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SUMMARY:Midcoast Symphony Orchestra January 14
DESCRIPTION:Favorite Music for All Ages\n \nRohan Smith\, Conductor \nProgram: \nHector Berlioz: Hungarian March from The Damnation of Faust \nGeorge Kleinsinger: Tubby the Tuba \n— featuring Douglas Ertman\, Tubist\, and Denise Shannon\, Narrator \nArturo Marquez: Danzon No. 2 \nMorton Gould\, arranger: Yankee Doodle \n— featuring Joel Preston\, “Conduct the Orchestra” Winner \nEdvard Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor\, Allegro molto moderato \n— featuring Mesa Schubeck\, Pianist\, 2022 Judith Elser Concerto Competition Winner \nNicolai Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio Espagnol \nSaturday\, January 14\, 2023 – 7:00 p.m.  \nwith Intermission Entertainment by Young Fiddlers Beck Welling and Owen Kennedy \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS \nMSO is offering a limited number of FREE tickets for adults accompanying children: one per family on a first come\, first served basis\, starting January 7. Youth tickets (under 18) are always free. See complete information here.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/midcoast-symphony-orchestra-january-14/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Renter
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SUMMARY:Sights & Sounds of Christmas Dec. 18\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:Our Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show will present a phenomenal holiday-themed event with a spectacular light show and music. \nSights & Sounds of Christmas at the Franco Center Dec. 18  \nLEWISTON— “Make it a holiday tradition to visit the Franco Center each year for our spectacular Christmas show\,” said Elaine Roop\, the nonprofit’s board president. “Our show has all the best sights and sounds of the season all rolled into one magical live production.”  \nWith a late afternoon show at 5:30 p.m. Sunday\, Dec. 18\, the Franco Center’s beautiful Performance Hall stage will be the scene of holiday-themed performances\, music\, and a light show.   \nFranco Center Production Director Hodgkin described the overall emphasis on an old-fashioned homestyle Christmas. “If you are looking to get in the holiday spirit\, don’t miss this show\,” said Hodgkin.   \nDramatical Christmas readings and skits featuring Emily Boyd and Michelle Breton are planned. Musical performances will include Emma Encarnacion\, Jackie Preston\, Ross Cunningham\, Hodgkin\, and Theresa Cormier. The Dance Center students will perform scenes from The Nutcracker and Frozen 2.   \nThroughout the event several musical pieces will be accompanied by a holiday light show. A live radio show will be dramatized by CarlaRose Dubois\, David Hanright\, Randy Hunt\, and Bob LeBlanc. Several songs will be included for the audience to sing along with the performers. Great Falls Model Railroad club will have a display in Heritage Hall that patrons can view before the show and during intermission.  \nThe Franco Center will be brimming with Christmas decorations\, more than a dozen lit Christmas trees\, holiday lights and music\, throughout its building offering festive backdrops for selfies and family photos. “Make time for your loved ones this season and attend our spectacular Christmas show\,” said Roop.  \nTickets for the Franco Center’s Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show range from $15 to $30 for adults and $10 to $20 for children.  \nTickets for the Franco Center’s Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show range from $10-$30. Tickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows 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.   \nSupport for this Christmas event comes from Skelton Taintor & Abbott\, Norway Savings Bank\, Berman & Simmons\, Maple Way Dental Care\, Bennett Radio Group\, Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, and Uncle Andy’s Digest.  \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.  \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.  \n5:30 p.m. Sunday\, Dec. 18\, 2022 matinee show. \nAdvance: Adults $15-$25\nChildren $10-$15 \nDoor: Adults $20-$30\nChildren $15-$20 \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE \nPROGRAM: \nTHANK YOU TO THESE SPECIAL PEOPLE for their work on Sights & Sounds of Christmas:Melissa Hodgkin – Stage ManagerAllison Marston – Assistant Stage ManagerJake Hodgkin – Director and Lighting DesignerSarah Greaton – Lighting Designer Assistant and OperatorSue Chinnock – Spotlight OperatorJustin Dube – Sound DesignerJoanna Frost – Microphone ManagerSpencer Cramp – Stage CrewLarry Hodgkin – Stage CrewRick Osgood – Stage CrewStephen Moitozo III – Christmas lights computer operator \nPRE-SHOW IN HERITAGE HALL \nConcession/Bar\, Great Falls Model Railroad\, Selfie Station\, More!\nSights & Sounds of Christmas Part I\nWelcome to the Franco Center introduction by Elaine Roop\nChristmas reading by Emily Boyd and Michelle Breton\nChristmas Singalong for Audience\nDahoo Doris from “The Grinch” drama\nLight Show set to Music\n“What Child is This?” (First Noel Prelude) by Theresa Cormier\n“The Nutcracker” scene performed by The Dance Center students\n“Mary\, Did You Know?” by Emma Encarnacion on piano\n“The Ebenezer Effect” radio show skit by Randy Hunt\,\nCarlaRose Dubois\, Wes Pierson\, Elise Pierson\n“Love Came Down” by Jackie Preston\n“The Peace Carol” by Kathy Amsden and Karen Flynn\n“Belleau Wood” by Ross Cunningham\nINTERMISSION in Heritage Hall\nSights & Sounds of Christmas Part 2\nHoliday reading by Emily Boyd\nBalderdash Academy presents “Frank and Beans!\,” an original\nseries from On the Air! featuring CarlaRose Dubois\, David Hanright\, Randy Hunt\, and Bob LeBlanc\n“Into the Unknown” from “Frozen 2” performed by students from\nThe Dance Center\n“Hallelujah” sung by Jackie Preston with Jake Hodgkin on piano\n“O Holy Night” by Michelle Breton\nReading by Emily Boyd and Ross Cunningham\nHoliday song sung by Karen Flynn and Kathy Amsden\n“Where Are You Christmas?” by Theresa Cormier\nThank you from Show Director Jake Hodgkin\nFinal Light Show set to Music\nFinal Bows accompanied by singalong to\n“We Wish You a Merry Christmas”\nEND OF SHOW \n\n\n\nWarning: Strobe Lighting and Smoke & Haze in Use during this performance.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/christmas-lights-and-music-show-dec-18/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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SUMMARY:Sights & Sounds of Christmas Dec. 17 and 18\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:Our Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show will present a phenomenal holiday-themed event with a spectacular light show and music. \nSights & Sounds of Christmas at the Franco Center Dec. 17 and 18  \nLEWISTON— “Make it a holiday tradition to visit the Franco Center each year for our spectacular Christmas show\,” said Elaine Roop\, the nonprofit’s board president. “Our show has all the best sights and sounds of the season all rolled into one magical live production.”  \nWith an evening show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 17\, followed by a late afternoon show at 5:30 p.m. Sunday\, Dec. 18\, the Franco Center’s beautiful Performance Hall stage will be the scene of holiday-themed performances\, music\, and a light show.   \nFranco Center Production Director Hodgkin described the overall emphasis on an old-fashioned homestyle Christmas. “If you are looking to get in the holiday spirit\, don’t miss this show\,” said Hodgkin.   \nDramatical Christmas readings and skits featuring Emily Boyd and Michelle Breton are planned. Musical performances will include Emma Encarnacion\, Jackie Preston\, Ross Cunningham\, Hodgkin\, and Theresa Cormier. The Dance Center students will perform scenes from The Nutcracker and Frozen 2.   \nThroughout the event several musical pieces will be accompanied by a holiday light show. A live radio show will be dramatized by CarlaRose Dubois\, David Hanright\, Randy Hunt\, and Bob LeBlanc. Several songs will be included for the audience to sing along with the performers. Great Falls Model Railroad club will have a display in Heritage Hall that patrons can view before the show and during intermission.  \nThe Franco Center will be brimming with Christmas decorations\, more than a dozen lit Christmas trees\, holiday lights and music\, throughout its building offering festive backdrops for selfies and family photos. “Make time for your loved ones this season and attend our spectacular Christmas show\,” said Roop.  \nTickets for the Franco Center’s Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show range from $15 to $30 for adults and $10 to $20 for children.  \nTickets for the Franco Center’s Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show range from $10-$30. Tickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows 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.   \nSupport for this Christmas event comes from Skelton Taintor & Abbott\, Norway Savings Bank\, Berman & Simmons\, Maple Way Dental Care\, Bennett Radio Group\, Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, and Uncle Andy’s Digest.  \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.  \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.  \n7:30 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 17\, 2022 show. \n5:30 p.m. Sunday\, Dec. 18\, 2022 matinee show. \nAdvance: Adults $15-$25\nChildren $10-$15 \nDoor: Adults $20-$30\nChildren $15-$20 \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE \nPROGRAM: \nTHANK YOU TO THESE SPECIAL PEOPLE for their work on Sights & Sounds of Christmas:Melissa Hodgkin – Stage ManagerAllison Marston – Assistant Stage ManagerJake Hodgkin – Director and Lighting DesignerSarah Greaton – Lighting Designer Assistant and OperatorSue Chinnock – Spotlight OperatorJustin Dube – Sound DesignerJoanna Frost – Microphone ManagerSpencer Cramp – Stage CrewLarry Hodgkin – Stage CrewRick Osgood – Stage CrewStephen Moitozo III – Christmas lights computer operator \nPRE-SHOW IN HERITAGE HALL \nConcession/Bar\, Great Falls Model Railroad\, Selfie Station\, More!\nSights & Sounds of Christmas Part I\nWelcome to the Franco Center introduction by Elaine Roop\nChristmas reading by Emily Boyd and Michelle Breton\nChristmas Singalong for Audience\nDahoo Doris from “The Grinch” drama\nLight Show set to Music\n“What Child is This?” (First Noel Prelude) by Theresa Cormier\n“The Nutcracker” scene performed by The Dance Center students\n“Mary\, Did You Know?” by Emma Encarnacion on piano\n“The Ebenezer Effect” radio show skit by Randy Hunt\,\nCarlaRose Dubois\, Wes Pierson\, Elise Pierson\n“Love Came Down” by Jackie Preston\n“The Peace Carol” by Kathy Amsden and Karen Flynn\n“Belleau Wood” by Ross Cunningham\nINTERMISSION in Heritage Hall\nSights & Sounds of Christmas Part 2\nHoliday reading by Emily Boyd\nBalderdash Academy presents “Frank and Beans!\,” an original\nseries from On the Air! featuring CarlaRose Dubois\, David Hanright\, Randy Hunt\, and Bob LeBlanc\n“Into the Unknown” from “Frozen 2” performed by students from\nThe Dance Center\n“Hallelujah” sung by Jackie Preston with Jake Hodgkin on piano\n“O Holy Night” by Michelle Breton\nReading by Emily Boyd and Ross Cunningham\nHoliday song sung by Karen Flynn and Kathy Amsden\n“Where Are You Christmas?” by Theresa Cormier\nThank you from Show Director Jake Hodgkin\nFinal Light Show set to Music\nFinal Bows accompanied by singalong to\n“We Wish You a Merry Christmas”\nEND OF SHOW \n\n\nWarning: Strobe Lighting and Smoke & Haze in Use during this performance.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/christmas-lights-and-music-show-dec-17-and-18/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220729T173518Z
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SUMMARY:Don Campbell concert POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Our Storm policy is that we only cancel if the artist can not make it or there is a power outage.  If we do have to cancel\, we will make every effort to inform you and to reschedule the show.  We would do this by sending out an email and posting on our website.  \nDon Campbell Band Christmas Concert to be performed at the Franco Center Dec. 16  \nThe concert will be re-scheduled to April 15 as a Dance Party! Stay tuned! Call the box office at 207-689-2000 for questions.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/don-campbell-band-christmas-concert-on-dec-16-at-the-franco/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T184408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T184408Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas concert performed by community band Dec. 14
DESCRIPTION:The Auburn Community Band will perform Christmas music at 7 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 14\, 2022\, at the Franco Center. Admission is free. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/christmas-concert-performed-by-community-band-dec-14/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T185624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T185624Z
UID:11833-1670770800-1670778000@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:MMS to present annual holiday concert Dec. 11
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Music Society will present its annual holiday concert on the Franco Center stage at 3 p.m. Sunday\, Dec. 11. \nUsher in the holiday season with this family-friendly concert \nCelebrate time-held traditions and create new ones. The program will include many familiar works. This concert promises to bring out the memories\, spirit\, celebration and magic of the holiday season. \nTicket information will be added when it becomes available.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/mms-to-present-annual-holiday-concert-dec-11/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T185334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T185334Z
UID:11831-1670700600-1670707800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:MMS to present annual holiday concert Dec. 10\, 11
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Music Society will present its annual holiday concert on the Franco Center stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 10\, and 3 p.m. Sunday\, Dec. 11. \nUsher in the holiday season with this family-friendly concert \nCelebrate time-held traditions and create new ones. The program will include many familiar works. This concert promises to bring out the memories\, spirit\, celebration and magic of the holiday season. \nTicket information will be added when it becomes available.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/mms-to-present-annual-holiday-concert-dec-10-11/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T183406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T183406Z
UID:11826-1670612400-1670621400@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Burlesque SPRQling FINALE of the 2022 Season Dec. 9
DESCRIPTION:SPRQ Burlesque Chair & Fitness will present its SPRQtacular on the Heritage Hall stage from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday\, Dec. 9. \nA SPRQling FINALE of the 2022 Season for the SPRQ Burlesque Dancers!\nGuest Performers\, Live Band\, Cash Bar\nThis is a DON’T MISS EVENT!\nTickets available for this 21+ event NOW! CLICK HERE\n\nDoors will open one hour before the show. Ticket information will be added here when available. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is in the mill lot. The building is handicapped accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/burlesque-sprqtacular-dec-9/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20221010T164122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T164122Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday-themed La Rencontre Dec. 8 at Franco
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON–A festive holiday-themed La Rencontre luncheon has been planned for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday\, Dec. 8\, at the Franco Center. The event will include a lunch and live holiday music in its downstairs Heritage Hall. Historical exhibits related to local history will be on display. \nLa Rencontre (the gathering) is not restricted to French-speakers or even those of Franco descent. All are welcome to attend this event. Denise Scammon\, development/marketing director at the Franco Center\, said\, “French cultural programs are an important resource for the community and state. Four different news stations have contacted us this year as such a resource. La Rencontre is supported by FACE Foundation\, TV5 Monde\, and the Quebec Delegation.” Future La Rencontre events in the 2022-23 season at the Franco Center will be held on March 9\, 2023 and June 22\, 2023.  \nLunch is at 11:30 a.m. and will consist of tourtiere\, salad\, and pudding.    \nAfter lunch\, Present Company will provide entertainment. Members of this trio are three Franco-American cousins from Lewiston: Lorna Jollymore\, Diane Meservier\, and Margaret Dix.  They have been performing together in public as Present Company for almost 35 years. Their singing will be accompanied by Jollymore on the keyboards.  \nTickets for La Rencontre must be purchased by noon on Monday\, Dec. 5\, and are $15. Tickets will not be sold at the door. The price includes the meal and entertainment.   \nOrder tickets at www.francocenter.org or 207-689-2000. Purchase tickets in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Franco Center and its mission to preserve its home in the former St. Mary’s Church and to bring the best in arts and entertainment to the community. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side. 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/holiday-themed-la-rencontre-dec-8-at-franco/
CATEGORIES:La Rencontre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220825T185230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T185230Z
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SUMMARY:ELHS Band Holiday Concert Dec. 6\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:Edward Little High School Band Holiday Concert \nTuesday\, December 6 \n7 to 9 p.m. \nAt the Franco Center.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/elhs-band-holiday-concert/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T192316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T192316Z
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SUMMARY:Last performance of The Nutcracker at the Franco today Dec. 3
DESCRIPTION:The Dance Center will present its last performance of The Nutcracker this year at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 3. \nFor tickets and more information\, CLICK HERE. \nTickets sales start Wednesday November 2nd and will be sold by The Dance Center. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. \nQuestions should be directed to The Dance Center or visit their website at www.thedancecenterla.com. Thanks and enjoy!
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/last-performance-of-the-nutcracker-at-the-franco-today-dec-3/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T192054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T192054Z
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SUMMARY:Two performances of The Nutcracker at the Franco today Dec. 3
DESCRIPTION:The Dance Center will present two live performances of The Nutcracker at the Franco Center today: \n1 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 3 \n  \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION \n  \nTickets sales start Wednesday November 2nd and will be sold by The Dance Center. \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. \nQuestions should be directed to The Dance Center or visit their website at www.thedancecenterla.com. Thanks and enjoy!
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/two-performances-of-the-nutcracker-at-the-franco-today-dec-3/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T191659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T191659Z
UID:11840-1670007600-1670014800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:The Nutcracker at the Franco Center on Dec. 2 and 3
DESCRIPTION:The Dance Center will present its live performances of The Nutcracker at 7 p.m. Friday\, Dec. 2; at 1 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 3; and at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 3. \nTickets sales start Wednesday November 2nd and will be sold by The Dance Center. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. \nQuestions should be directed to The Dance Center or visit their website at www.thedancecenterla.com. Thanks and enjoy!
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/the-nutcracker-at-the-franco-center-on-dec-2-and-3/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220728T190839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T190839Z
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SUMMARY:Nutcracker Homeschool Show and The Mini Nutcracker Show events on Dec. 1
DESCRIPTION:The Dance Center will present two shows on Thursday\, Dec. 1: A Nutcracker Christmas Homeschool Show at 10 a.m. and The Mini Nutcracker at 6 p.m. for all of its Intro to Dance and Intro to Technique dance classes\, ages two through six. \nAt the Franco Center \n46 Cedar St. \nLewiston\, ME \nGET YOUR TICKETS TO THE MINI NUTCRACKER BY CLICKING HERE \n***The Mini Nutcracker is a student recital and not The Dance Center’s “A Nutcracker Christmas.” These are two separate productions with two separate ticket purchases needed in order to attend. \nGET YOUR TICKETS TO A NUTCRACKER CHRISTMAS HOMESCHOOL SHOW BY CLICKING HERE \nDirect your questions to The Dance Center or visit their website for more information at www.thedancecenterla.com. Enjoy!
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/the-mini-nutcracker-on-dec-1-features-ages-two-through-six/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220729T174634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T174634Z
UID:11855-1668884400-1668891600@francocenter.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220727T180332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T180332Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220927T151712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T151712Z
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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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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220922T205836Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220726T183005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T183005Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
CREATED:20220726T182850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T182850Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260420T144717
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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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