Franco Center

MSO Conductors Galore
2022-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra presents “Conductors Galore” Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 7 p.m. Conductor Rohan Smith will partner with guest conductor Jinwook Park. The winner of MSO’s “Conductor of the Orchestra” event will make a special appearance. Marriage of Figaro Overture: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart “Pas de deux” from the Nutcracker, Op. 71: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Storm, for Orchestra: Colin Britt Symphony No. 5: Gustav Mahler
Tickets HERE

Saturday, May 21 • 7:00 p.m.
Gendron Franco Center, LewistonOverture to The Marriage of Figaro • Mozart
“Pas de deux” from The Nutcracker Suite, Op.71 • Tchaikovsky
Storm • Colin Britt
Symphony No. 5 • Mahler
___________________________Reserve tickets ahead. Seating may be limited to allow for social distancing. Audience must wear masks.
Individual Tickets: $22 advance / $25 door • 18 and younger & students free
Order Tickets: 207-846-5378
With Dr. Mary Hunter, Bowdoin Music Professor, Emerita
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Overture to The Marriage of Figaro • Mozart
“Pas de deux” from The Nutcracker Suite, Op.71 • Tchaikovsky
Storm • Colin Britt
Symphony No. 5 • Mahler
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Reserve tickets ahead. Seating may be limited to allow for social distancing. Audience must wear masks.
Individual Tickets: $22 advance / $25 door • 18 and younger & students free
Order Tickets: 207-846-5378

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Bob Marley: TWO SHOWS at the Franco May 19
2022-05-19 18:00 - 20:00
TWO SHOWS! Presented by FB Productions.
Bob Marley is bringing his comedy act to the Franco Center at 6 p.m. and a second show at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 2022.
Doors open an hour early and a cash bar will be available.
Marley has been on the comedy circuit for more than 15 years and has been featured in his own special on Comedy Central. He is one of the few comics to do the complete late-night television circuit: Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, and The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn. The Maine native is featured regularly on Sirius XM radio and has won their Superbowl of Comedy award. He has more than 20 comedy CDs and DVDs. Marley was inducted into The Guinness Book of World’s Records for “the longest stand up comedy show by an individual” at 40 hours of straight standup. He’s appeared on more than 100 TV shows and costarred in Boondock Saints I and II and All Saints Day, playing Detective Greenly. He has toured the U.S., Europe, Canada, Kuwait and Iraq.
The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston.
Tickets can be purchased HERE or call 207-689-2000.
Advanced $44.00 (includes fees)
At the door if available $49.00 (includes fees)

CANCELLED MMS Elle Chante May 14 and 15
2022-05-14 19:30 - 21:30
UPDATE: CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Maine Music Society presents Elle Chante / She Sings on Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15.
This concert will feature a program of all-female composers, from art songs to arrangements of popular tunes. The concert will open with the Medieval music of Hildegard von Bingen. The Chorale will also explore the modern madrigals of Emma Lou Diemer, love songs of Elaine Hagenberg and gospel music of Rosephanye Powell. Finally, Dr. Nickerson will lead the Chorale on a journey into the more contemporary world with the music of Carole King, Joni Mitchell and others.
Saturday, May 14 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, May 15 at 3:00 pm, 2022 at the Gendron Franco Center

May 11 Lewiston High School Concert 2022
2022-05-11 19:00 - 21:00
Lewiston High School Concert
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Leader: Erin Morrison
7-9 p.m.
Free admission

ELHS Spring Concert 2022
2022-05-10 19:00 - 21:00
The Music Department of Edward Little High School Presents 2022 Spring Concert
Band Conductor – William Buzza
Vocal Conductor– Sarah Brooks
Accompanist – Kathy Haley

7:00 pm May 10, 2022
Gendron Franco Center
Lewiston, Maine

Concert Band
The Mandalorian Ludwig Göransson
arr. Paul Murtha

Luisa Di Montfort Michal Bergson
Audrianna Prentice – clarinet arr. Glover

Loch Lomond Frank Ticheli

Flamingo Road
Jazz Band
Moanin’ Charles Mingus
Samantha Hart – Bari Sax arr. Rivas

Do Nothin’ Till You Hear From Me Duke Ellington Leo Caron – Alto Sax arr. Mantooth

It’s That Simple Erik Sherburne
arr. Turner
Concert Choir
The Sally Gardens arr. Benjamin Britten
The Neverending Story arr. Alan Billingsly
Solo/Duet: Angel Thompson and Carys Libby

Treble Choir
Songs of a Disney Princess arr. Mac Huff
Featured singers: Tessa Hayashida, Nora Condit, Abi Seddon, Emma Meserve and Afia Kavi
Ad Astra Jacob Narverud
Crowded Table arr. Andrea Ramsey
Solo: Alyssa Gallant and Violin: Annabeth Treadwell

Chamber Choir
Changes Audrey Snyder
Danny Boy arr. Russell Robinson
How Can I Keep From Singing arr. Greg Gilpin
Soloist: Annabeth Treadwell
Fermata Nowhere
You Can’t Hurry Love arr. Roger Emerson
Soloist: Caelan McGuigan
Stand Up arr. Roger Emerson
Stitches arr. Brandy Kay Riha
Soloist: Addy Avery

Concert, Chamber and Treble Choirs

Sisi ni moja Jacob Narverud
Stand Together Jim Papoulis

May 7 Palaver Strings: Welcome Here
2022-05-07 19:00 - 21:00
On Saturday, May 7, 2022, Palaver Strings will present “Welcome Here” from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gendron Franco Center. Portland-based chamber orchestra Palaver Strings presents Welcome Here, a touring production celebrating Maine’s cultural diversity, resilience, and stewardship. This multidisciplinary performance features guest artists of Congolese, Puerto Rican, and Wabankai heritage with storytelling directed by Sherri Mitchell and co-presented by the Abbe Museum, Immigrant Welcome Center of Greater Portland, and Indigo Arts Alliance, Welcome Here explores themes of Motherland, mother tongue, and mother love, interweaving stories of our relationship with the natural world, our cultural and linguistic traditions, and our dreams for the future generation of our grandchildren.
Saturday, May 7 – 7:00 PM
Doors open at 6:00 PM
Tickets: Adults – $15 each ~ Stu/Sen – $10 each
Prices listed are advance ticket prices before fees. Fees will be added to each ticket at time of purchase.
Tickets available at this link. Click here.
In addition to these live performances, the concert will be filmed and made available online in the months following. Palaver Strings is a musician-led string ensemble and nonprofit organization based in Portland, ME, whose mission is to strengthen and inspire community through music. Palaver’s musicians share artistic and administrative leadership, guided by a passion for engaging new audiences, addressing social justice issues, and amplifying underrepresented voices through classical music. Each year, Palaver presents over 40 live performances featuring diverse musical programming, cross-genre projects, and community collaborations. Equally committed to education, Palaver offers music instruction to over 325 students per year through the Palaver Music Center in Portland, ME. Sponsor: DaVinci’s Eatery
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care
Show sponsor: DaVinci’s Eatery
Media Partners: Sun Journal
Turner Publishing
Uncle Andy’s
Bennett Radio Group

Comedy at the Franco April 23
2022-04-23 19:30 - 21:30
Maine Event Comedy will be the hosts of the evening’s entertainment at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Franco Center.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Ages 18+

Tickets $12 in advance

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$15 at door.

Sponsor: Roopers

Breakin' Strings at the Franco
2022-04-16 19:00 - 21:00
Breakin’ Strings, Maine’s premiere bluegrass band, will perform at the Franco Center Saturday, April 16.
TICKETS ONLINE or call the box office at 207-689-2000.
Saturday, Apr 16 – 7:00 PM
Doors and bar open at 6:00 PM
Tickets: $12 each
Prices listed are advance ticket prices before fees.
Fees will be added to each ticket at time of purchase.
Meet the band:

Cliff Gelina ​​​ Leader & Co-Founder of Breakin’ Strings
Cliff Gelina plays Mandolin mainly with Breakin’ Strings but you will catch him pick up the guitar and upright bass or dobro as well. Cliff is also a Lead Singer & Songwriter of the group. Cliff has been playing music for over 20 years starting with The Gelina Family Bluegrass Band. Cliff also had a solo music career being signed on to (Tate Music Group) TMG Records in 2014. When Cliff was 15 years old he Started Breakin’ Strings with Corey Bonnevie in 2004. ​

Corey Bonnevie Lead Guitar & Co-Founder of Breakin’ Strings
Corey Bonnevie is The Lead Guitar player for Breakin’ Strings as well as a lead singer and songwriter for the band. Corey will also be caught playing the upright bass and mandolin at times. Corey has a strong musical background as well. Harmony is a HUGE part of what Corey brings to the table. He was raised in NC with a family singing in a church choir. He also has several generations of his family that are well known in the Maine bluegrass scene.

Ed Howe Fiddle Player & LIVE Sound Man of Breakin’ Strings
Ed Howe is the Fiddle player for Breakin’ Strings as well as the Sound Engineer and Driver when doing major travel. Ed Howe is a world class fiddle player. He has traveled the world playing music. Ed has over 25 years of experience playing music professionally and running sound for live events. Ed Howe has been playing fiddle off and on with Breakin’ Strings Since 2006.

Hunter Webber Banjo Player of Breakin’ Strings
Hunter Webber is the Banjo Player of Breakin’ Strings. He has also been a huge part of the band for many years. Hunter has about 20 years experience playing the Banjo. Hunter is known to pick up the guitar on a few tunes as well. But when he plays Banjo, hold on tight… He is the driving force of this band. Hunter started playing with Breakin’ Strings in 2006.

Brian Durkin Bass Player of Breakin’ Strings
Brian Durkin plays Bass for Breakin’ Strings. Brian is the Newest member of the band, Joining in 2021. Brian brings a lot to the table. He is a seasoned musician who has toured all over the world as well. Brian is also a great Singer & Songwriter. When he picks up a guitar and starts playing country swing, it feeling like you are hanging out in Austin, TX.

Sponsor: Norway Savings Bank Sponsor: Hebert Construction
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care
Media Partners: Sun Journal
Turner Publishing
Uncle Andy’s
Bennett Radio Group

Maine Music Society
2022-03-26 19:30 - 21:00
Concert II – The Greatest Hits of the Past 400 Years

Saturday, 3/26/22 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, 3/27/22 @ 3:00 pm
Gendron Franco Center

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A musical voyage through history

Our Classical Concert will feature some of the most beloved choral pieces of the past 400 years. Join us as we feature the music of Tallis, Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn and many others. The MMS Chorale is ready to demonstrate that choral music is lively, fun and exciting!

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Comedy at the Franco March 25, 2022
2022-03-25 19:30 - 21:30
Comedy at the Franco
Friday, March 25, 2022 starts at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Full bar available.
Comedians: Jody Sloane, Al Ghanekar, Kevin Neales
Tickets $12 in advance; $15 at door.
Ages 18+
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Sponsor: Central Maine Graphics
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care
Media Partners: Sun Journal
Turner Publishing
Uncle Andy’s
Bennett Radio Group

Midcoast Symphony Orchestra
2022-03-19 19:00 - 20:30
Family Classics

Rohan Smith, Conductor

Program:
Francis Scott Key & John Stafford Smith: The Star-Spangled Banner
Jessie Montgomery: Banner

George Frideric Handel: “Hornpipe” from Water Music

Franz von Suppé: Light Cavalry Overture

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: “II. Andante” from Piano Concerto No. 21

— featuring Wayne du Maine, Piano Soloist
Franz Joseph Haydn: “II. Andante” from Trumpet Concerto
— featuring Wayne du Maine, Trumpet Soloist
Edvard Grieg: “Anitra’s Dance” and “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1
John Phillip Sousa: Stars and Stripes Forever

Performance Dates:
March 19, 2022 – 7:00 p.m. – Gendron Franco Center

La Rencontre March 10, 2022
2022-03-10 10:00 - 13:00
During the month of March, which celebrates Francophonie, La Rencontre is scheduled for Thursday, March 10 with a 10 a.m. social time, followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Lunch will consist of corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, and carrots, accompanied by dinner rolls and dessert.
Entertainment following lunch will be provided by Present Company; members are three 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.
La Rencontre is not restricted to French-speakers or even those of Franco descent. All are welcome to attend the meal and event.
Tickets need to be purchased by noontime on March 7. The price of $15 includes meal and entertainment. For tickets, call the Gendron Franco Center box office at 207-689-2000 or make your ticket purchase online at Tickets will not be sold at the door.
Click here for TICKETS
The Franco Center is handicapped accessible and is at the corner of Cedar and Oxford streets in the Little Canada section of Lewiston, just across the Lown Peace Bridge from New Auburn.
Sponsor: TV5 Monde
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care
Media Partners: Sun Journal
Turner Publishing
Uncle Andy’s
Bennett Radio Group

Comedy at The Franco
2022-02-26 19:30
Maine Event Comedy is hosting another incredible night of comedy
on February 26, at 7:30pm
Doors open an hour earlier for social hour; the bar will be open.
If you’ve missed all the laughs, don’t miss this event!
Tickets at www.francocenter.org, 207-689-2000, and at the door.
Maine Event Comedy presents Mike Koutrobis at the Franco Center
Maine Event Comedy presents 30-year comedy veteran Mike Koutrobis at the Gendron Franco Center. The show will also feature Ryan Gartley and Caitlin Arcand.
Koutrobis’ witty and sarcastic commentary has brought him to clubs, colleges, and corporations throughout the country. Prior to comedy, Koutrobis was an accomplished rock musician, Ringling Brothers trained clown, and MMA ring announcer. He’s also appeared in various motion pictures such as “Bleed for This” with Miles Teller, “Ghostbusters” with Melissa McCarthy, and “Castle Rock”, the upcoming Steven King series on Hulu.
With nearly 500 shows of experience, Gartley has performed everywhere from Bangor to Las Vegas. He was featured on the internationally syndicated Steve Katsos Show and was a semi-finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival. He’s opened for national headliners Jeff Dunham, Steven Wright, and Dave Coulier.
Boston’s Arcand is using her psychology degree for anything shy of being a psychologist. Her candid stories and brutally honest accounts of her daily life have been heard on stages all over the country. She was named one of Buzzfeed’s 2021 Women to Watch for her woman-centered humor platform Ladyspike Media.
The Gendron Franco Center is located at 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston. The show is for ages 18-and-over and will contain adult language and content. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door, and may be purchased at FrancoCenter.org.
FMI: Call/text (207) 513-0742 or email maineeventcomedy@gmail.com.
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS: No special precautions other than CDC guidelines.

Night Out for Jimbo
2022-02-24 19:00 - 22:00
A Night Out for Jimbo
Jimbo Marston, the publisher of Uncle Andy’s Digest and LA Metro Magazine, is currently battling his third bout with cancer. After battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma 20 years ago, and Squamous Cell Carcinoma in 2021, the cancer has now metastasized to his lungs. Jimbo’s treatment will cost $50,000 — not covered by insurance. Jimbo has been a pillar of the community for more than 20 years, and has been involved in several local organizations, including Make-A-Wish Maine, raising almost half-a-million dollars for critically ill children through the Summer Block Party.
Let’s Help Jimbo Kick Cancer!
Thursday, Feb. 24 from 7 to 10 p.m.
at the Gendron Franco Center
46 Cedar Street, Lewiston
$50 person or $100/couple
Ticket includes appetizers and live entertainment. Cash bar also available.
With music from Tattooed Lies.
For tickets: CLICK HERE
To donate: gofund.me/999e22cf
Sponsors: Gendron Franco Center, Mac’s Grill, Dad’s Place

Comedy at The Franco
2022-01-22 19:30 - 21:30
Maine Event Comedy Presents: Comedy at The Franco with,
Adam Hatch,
Crystal Bernard,
and Tuck Tucker!
Tickets: $12 in Advance
$15 at the door
Full bar
Great Atmosphere

Midcoast Symphony Orchestra
2022-01-15
A New World
Rohan Smith, Conductor
Program:
Nkeiru Okoye: Voices Shouting Out

Philip Carlsen: Rowing in Eden

Johannes Brahms: “I. Allegro non troppo” from Violin Concerto

— featuring Anne McKee, Violinist
— Anne is the winner of MSO’s 2020 Judith Elser Concerto Competition
Antonín Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, “From the New World”

Saturday, January 15

For tickets and more information, please go to:

The Franco Winter Extravaganza!
2021-12-17 19:00 - 21:00
Come and witness a grand spectacle of lights, sound, music, and dance at The Franco Center’s first “Winter Extravaganza” fundraiser!

All proceeds to this magical show benefit The Gendron Franco Center, and our mission to not only preserve the beautiful St. Mary’s Church, but to help bring the best in arts and entertainment to the Lewiston/Auburn area.
This event has something for everyone, and is one you will not want to miss!
Tickets in advance-$25 for adults, $15 for kids 12 & under
Tickets at the door-$30 for adults, $20 for kids 12 and under

Maine Music Society: A Season of Celebration Concert
2021-12-12
Usher in the holiday season with this family-friendly concert
Saturday, December 11 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, December 12 at 3:00 pm, 2021
Our new director, Dr. Rick Nickerson, will usher in the season by celebrating time-held traditions while creating new ones. The program will include many familiar works and feature Robert Shaw’s Many Moods of Christmas, Suite #3 and Michael John Trotta’s Gloria. This family-friendly concert promises to bring out the memories, spirit, celebration and magic of the holiday season.
Event Co-Sponsors: Austin Associates, Cornerstone Wealth Planning
Concert starts at 3:00pm

Please read the following before purchasing tickets as there have been several changes to our concert attendance policy.

Due to the rise of the highly contagious Delta variant across the state and nation, we are announcing new safety protocols for Maine Music Society events at the Franco Center.

Effective immediately, all MMS audience members, staff, volunteers and performers age 12 and over will be required to:

1. Provide proof of vaccination against Covid-19.

Accepted proof of vaccination includes the original vaccination card, a printed copy of the vaccination card, or a digital photograph of the vaccination card. The final dose of the vaccine must have been administered 14 days prior to event start time.

OR

Provide printed proof of a negative Covid-19 PCR test from an authorized provider within 72 hours prior to the event start time or a negative rapid test within 12 hours prior to the event start time.

Accepted proof of negative test includes a printed or digital copy of negative Covid-19 PCR test from an authorized provider within 72 hours prior to the event start time, or a printed or digital copy of negative Covid-19 rapid test within 12 hours prior to the event start time. At home test results will not be accepted.

Children under 12 years of age do not have to show proof of vaccination against Covid- 19 or proof of negative Covid-19 test, but they are required to wear a face mask while inside the Franco Center.

2. Wear a mask at all times while in the Franco Center.

Unless being otherwise exempt from wearing a mask because of a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Wear a mask that covers your nose, mouth, and chin, unless you have a written medical exemption.

Scarves, neck gaiters, or other loosely woven materials are not acceptable alternatives to wearing a mask.

Masks are also required for all attendees over 2 years of age, and are to be worn at all times while in the facilities.

3. Current ticket holders or subscribers unable to comply with these safety protocols may opt to take advantage of free exchanges into other MMS concerts in the 2021-22 season, donate the cost of your tickets, or request a full refund by calling MMS at 333-3386.

These policies for our collective health and safety will remain in effect until further notice and are subject to change.

November 14, 2021

Maine Music Society: A Season of Celebration Concert
2021-12-11
Usher in the holiday season with this family-friendly concert
Saturday, December 11 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, December 12 at 3:00 pm, 2021
Our new director, Dr. Rick Nickerson, will usher in the season by celebrating time-held traditions while creating new ones. The program will include many familiar works and feature Robert Shaw’s Many Moods of Christmas, Suite #3 and Michael John Trotta’s Gloria. This family-friendly concert promises to bring out the memories, spirit, celebration and magic of the holiday season.
Event Co-Sponsors: Austin Associates, Cornerstone Wealth Planning
Concert starts at 7:30pm

Please read the following before purchasing tickets as there have been several changes to our concert attendance policy.
Due to the rise of the highly contagious Delta variant across the state and nation, we are announcing new safety protocols for Maine Music Society events at the Franco Center.
Effective immediately, all MMS audience members, staff, volunteers and performers age 12 and over will be required to:
1. Provide proof of vaccination against Covid-19.
Accepted proof of vaccination includes the original vaccination card, a printed copy of the vaccination card, or a digital photograph of the vaccination card. The final dose of the vaccine must have been administered 14 days prior to event start time.
OR
Provide printed proof of a negative Covid-19 PCR test from an authorized provider within 72 hours prior to the event start time or a negative rapid test within 12 hours prior to the event start time.
Accepted proof of negative test includes a printed or digital copy of negative Covid-19 PCR test from an authorized provider within 72 hours prior to the event start time, or a printed or digital copy of negative Covid-19 rapid test within 12 hours prior to the event start time. At home test results will not be accepted.
Children under 12 years of age do not have to show proof of vaccination against Covid- 19 or proof of negative Covid-19 test, but they are required to wear a face mask while inside the Franco Center.
2. Wear a mask at all times while in the Franco Center.
Unless being otherwise exempt from wearing a mask because of a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Wear a mask that covers your nose, mouth, and chin, unless you have a written medical exemption.
Scarves, neck gaiters, or other loosely woven materials are not acceptable alternatives to wearing a mask.
Masks are also required for all attendees over 2 years of age, and are to be worn at all times while in the facilities.
3. Current ticket holders or subscribers unable to comply with these safety protocols may opt to take advantage of free exchanges into other MMS concerts in the 2021-22 season, donate the cost of your tickets, or request a full refund by calling MMS at 333-3386.

These policies for our collective health and safety will remain in effect until further notice and are subject to change.
November 14, 2021

La Rencontre
2021-12-09 10:00 - 13:00
The Franco Center presents La Rencontre (the gathering)
This event is open to everyone and is a way for our extended Franco-American, and French speaking family in the area to reconnect with each other and with our neighbors. Meals and stories are shared, friends are reunited, and memories are made.
Social Hour starts at 10:00am
Lunch at 11:30am
Menu: Tourtiere (meat pie), Butternut squash puree, and cake delight. Juice and coffee will be provided with the meal. Full bar will be available.

Entertainment provided by:
Nel Meservier, formerly with C’est Si Bon and The “Just Us” Entertainers.
Melissa St Pierre, Formerly with The “Just Us Entertainers” and currently lead singer of rock band Tattooed Lies.
Lorraine Giasson, Formerly with The “Just Us” Entertainers and currently a member of Lewiston-Auburn Little Community Theater.
Sue Caron, Formerly with The “Just Us” Entertainers and currently a member of Lewiston-Auburn Little Community Theater.
Debbie St Pierre Robitaille, Formerly with Magic Pop Chorus and The “Just Us” Entertainers.
Bob Mathieu, Formerly with the band, The Royal Knights, and The Fascinations
Special appearance by Mike Willette, formerly with The Flairs and Mike Willette’s Big Band.

Admission is only $15 and includes full meal with entertainment
For tickets, please go to:
Or call the box office at 207-689-2000

Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental
Media Sponsors: Turner Publishing; Sun Journal; Uncle Andy’s Digest; Bennett Radio Group; WIGY 105.5/95.7; WOXO 92.7/100.7

Edward Little H.S. Music Department's Winter Concert
2021-12-07 19:00 - 21:00
On December 7, at 7:00pm come join the talented high school musicians from Edward Little for their winter concert event. With Band conductor-William Buzza, Choir conductor-Sarah Brooks, Accompanist-Kathy Haley, and Student Teacher-Erin-Margaret Libby.

Masks are required to attend this event.

A Nutcracker Christmas: Presented by the Dance Center
2021-12-03 - 2021-12-04
The Dance Center is happy to announce a live performance of ‘A Nutcracker Christmas’ at the spectacular Gendron Franco Center
The Gendron Franco Center on
Friday, December 3rd at 7:00PM
Saturday, December 4th at 1:00PM
Saturday, December 4th at 7:00PM
Tickets will go on sale November 1st

Bricks and Bridges Comedy Fest
2021-11-11 - 2021-11-13
Second Annual Bricks and Bridges Comedy Fest
November 10-13
Brought to you by Maine Event Comedy

Maine Event Comedy presents the second annual Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest, Nov. 10-13 in Lewiston-Auburn.
The event is a celebration of laughter, showcasing the growing comedy scene in the twin cities and will feature 32 comedians over four nights.
The Gendron Franco Center will host the Fest on three of the four nights (Nov. 11, 12, 13) in its beautiful Heritage Hall, a spacious room with tables, comfortable seats, and professional sound and lighting, making it a perfect setting for comedy. A full bar is located in the back of the room so feel free to purchase refreshments any time during the show.
At just $10 each for advance tickets ($15 at the door) the event is very affordable and will have you laughing through the night. We hope you can join us for this annual celebration of laughter in Lewiston-Auburn.
For more information, MaineEventComedy.com

Tickets $10 in advance ($15 at the door)

Underground Improv
2021-11-06 19:00 - 21:00
UNDERGROUND IMPROV
Improv comedy at its finest! You will not want to miss this amazing night of laughs and entertainment.
Underground Improv is a troupe of some of Maine’s funniest comedians. A rotating cast of Dawn Hartill, Nate White, Leonard Kimble, Julie Poulin, Nic Dufault, Amanda Kinsey, and Greg Lambert.

No two shows are ever alike. The show content is made up completely on the spot and is based entirely on suggestions from the audience. Each show promises a night of unpredictable laughs and great fun.

Tickets only $10

Doors at 6:00pm
Full bar
Great Atmosphere

Sponsored by: Norway Savings Bank; Platz Associates
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental
Media Sponsors: Turner Publishing; Sun Journal; Uncle Andy’s Digest; Bennett Radio Group; WIGY 105.5/95.7; WOXO 92.7/100.7

80s Night at The Franco!
2021-11-05 20:00
80s Night is back at The Franco featuring the band Clockwork!

Clockwork is quickly becoming one of Maine’s hottest bands, with their big sound, big lights, and high energy.
Let them take you back in time with their 80s set on
Friday, November 5.
Event Sponsored by: Champoux Insurance Group
Tickets only $10

Doors @ 7p
Music @ 8p
Full Bar
Great atmosphere
Additional Sponsors: Norway Savings Bank; Platz Associates
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental
Media Sponsors: Turner Publishing; Sun Journal; Uncle Andy’s Digest; Bennett Radio Group; WIGY 105.5/95.7; WOXO 92.7/100.7

Masquerade! Featuring SPRQ Burlesque Dancers, Nettie Loops & the Ragtime Rebellion!
2021-10-29 20:00
This Masquerade event is a full costume ball!
Grizzly Ben Dover will be MC’ing this event –
The Ragtime Rebellion will be playing some of their covers and classics before, during and following our SPRQ Burlesque Dancers Finale. Nettie Loops will be joining the Finale line-up for some of her famous Flow, Circus and Burlesque choreographies as well! This is a MUST ATTEND event of the season!
Prizes for Costume
VIP Gift Bags
Music, Dancing and Mingling
For more information, and to purchase tickets, click the link below.

Midcoast Symphony Orchestra
2021-10-23 19:00 - 21:00
The Midcoast Symphony Orchestra is back at The Gendron Franco Center!
October 23
Join conductor Rohan Smith and the rest of The Midcoast Symphony for their much anticipated return to The Gendron Franco Center.
For more information, or to purchase tickets please call: 207-846-5378 or click the link below.

The Intersection / Le Carrefour (Film Screening, Q&A and Reception)
2021-10-16 19:00 - 21:30
The Intersection / Le Carrefour (Film Screening, Q&A and Reception)
Past and present immigrant experiences intersect in Lewiston, Maine, when Franco-American retiree Cécile and
Congolese asylum-seeker Trésor discover a sense of belonging thanks to their shared French language.
A film by Jessamine Irwin and Daniel Quintanilla
A free screening of the Lewiston-based documentary film, The Intersection / Le Carrefour, a project which received
the first ever Maine Heritage Film Grant by TV5 Monde/CIFF. The screening will include a lively Q&A featuring the
filmmakers, primary characters of the film and community leaders. The film will be followed by a reception located in
the Heritage Hall (beverages will be available for sale at the bar).
Saturday, October 16, 7-9:30pm
Performance Hall, Gendron Franco Center
46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
COVID PROTOCOLS
Due to COVID precautions, proof of full vaccinations will be required. Only 75% of capacity will be allowed in the Performance Hall. Audience members will be required to wear masks throughout the screening, Q&A and reception (except when eating or consuming
beverages).
The Franco Center is handicap accessible. Parking is included in the price of the ticket. Please consider making a
donation to the Franco Center by going to https://francocenter.org/donate/ or calling (207) 783-1585.
We are currently seeking sponsors for this event. If you would like to be a sponsor or are interested in hosting a
screening of The Intersection / Le Carrefour, please email theintersection2021@gmail.com or send a message to
www.lecarrefourfilm.com/contact
The film premiered in September 2021 at the 17th edition of the Camden International Film Festival.
Additional support for the film was provided by the Maine Humanities Council, Speaking Place, Alliance Française,
American Association of Teachers of French (Maine), New York University, Gaulin Family Fund.

Sponsored by: Mechanic Savings Bank; Hilton Garden Inn-Auburn Riverwatch
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental
Media Sponsors: Turner Publishing; Sun Journal; Uncle Andy’s Digest

An Evening at Dave's Sauna
2021-10-14 - 2021-10-15
Thursday October 14 7:30pm-9:00pm
Friday October 15 7:30pm-9:00pm​

Rated N for “Naughty”
An Evening at Dave’s Sauna tells the tale of just one evening back in 1980 at the infamous Dave’s Sauna in South Paris, Maine.
​Where hippies, rednecks, bikers, townies, swingers,
and all kinds would come for a sauna (and maybe more!)
Based off of true accounts of the little sauna
​back in its hay day.

Featuring 15 all original, toe-tapping,
​sing-a-long, songs from
Ragtime Johnny including…

I’m Just a Jewish Refugee
Just Cuz We’re from Maine, Don’t Mean We Can’t Swing
I Swear He’s My Nephew
Cocaine’s a Wonderful Drug
Trailer Park Woman
I Got Beer Behind the Counter
MassHole in ME
Ask Me Why, I Say Why Not
Mo Barrel’s of Money, ‘Mo Problems
N is for Naughty
I’m a Rooster, You’re a Dove
It’s Not EZ in the Shadow of a God
Oh Nancy
Sometimes It’s Good to be King
When I Die, Bury Me In My Cut Off Blue Jeans

For tickets and more information go to: DAVE’S SAUNA

Denny Breau Live at The Franco!
2021-09-24 19:00 - 21:00
Denny Breau live at the Franco

Don’t miss native singer/songwriter and legendary guitarist Denny Breau perform live at the Gendron Franco Center.
Tickets $15
Doors open at 6:00pm
Music at 7:00pm
Full bar
Free Parking
Great atmosphere

Sponsored by: Mechanic Savings Bank; Hilton Garden Inn-Auburn Riverwatch
Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental
Media Sponsors: Turner Publishing; Sun Journal; Uncle Andy’s Digest
