Our Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show will present a phenomenal holiday-themed event with a spectacular light show and music. Sights & Sounds of Christmas at the Franco Center Dec. 18 LEWISTON— “Make it a holiday tradition to visit the Franco Center each year for our spectacular Christmas show,” said Elaine Roop, the nonprofit’s board…
Favorite Music for All Ages Rohan Smith, Conductor Program: Hector Berlioz: Hungarian March from The Damnation of Faust George Kleinsinger: Tubby the Tuba -- featuring Douglas Ertman, Tubist, and Denise Shannon, Narrator Arturo Marquez: Danzon No. 2 Morton Gould, arranger: Yankee Doodle -- featuring Joel Preston, “Conduct the Orchestra” Winner Edvard Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Allegro molto moderato --…
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. Along with performing at many venues throughout New England,…
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. Schooner Fare entertaining…
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. 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…
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…
Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 3:00 pm Maine 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…
Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 3:00 pm Maine 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…
Tried and True, Plus a Newer Crew Tanner Porter: Propellers in the Sun Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 35 in D major, K. 385, “Haffner” NEW Arcangelo Corelli: Concerto Grosso, Op. 6, No. 4 Florence Price: Symphony No. 3 We 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…
The Dance Center is proud to announce an original full-length modern dance production of “Off World” at Riverfront - Franco Center on March 23rd and 24th, 2023. The ticket link will open to an empty page until tickets officially go on sale, March 1st. $18 adults, $16 kids and a $3 fee per ticket. Ticket…
The Dance Center is proud to announce an original full-length modern dance production of “Off World” at Riverfront – Franco Center on March 23rd and 24th, 2023. The ticket link will open to an empty page until tickets officially go on sale, March 1st. $18 adults, $16 kids and a $3 fee per ticket. Ticket…
If you like to read novels that are set in Lewiston and feature Franco Americans, then you'll want to attend this event to meet the author! The setting for this book signing and author talk is in the former St. Mary's Church, built for the French Canadian immigrants who lived along the river and worked…
Studio Two—The Early Beatles Tribute band to play March 31 in Riverfront Series LEWISTON—Studio Two will bring their early Beatles tribute music to the Franco Center stage Friday, March 31, as part of its Riverfront Performance & Event Series. Band members include Stephen Murray who portrays John Lennon, Joshua Jones as Paul McCartney, Robert Murray…
A Better Trip w/ Shane Mauss & Myq Kaplan Comedy + Science + Psychedelics = A Better Trip LIVE w/ Shane Mauss featuring special guest Myq Kaplan Be one of the select few audiences to get a sneak peek at a new Vegas show! In 2016, science podcaster, mental health advocate, and award-winning stand-up comedian…
LEWISTON—The family-friendly Silver Circus is coming to the Franco Center stage as part of its Riverfront Series at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, 2023. This one-person circus show led by Andrew Silver will feature spectacular magic, juggling, physical comedy, and audience participation. Silver's shows are memorable, not only for the display of his expertise,…
Join fans and friends for the highly versatile, energetic Don Campbell Band concert on stage in the Franco Center’s Heritage Hall. The concert and dancing start at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 15. “This is a band that dares to venture down many musical pathways from Don's own original creations to the music of The…
The Court Jesters to play at the Franco Center's Cabaret Night April 20 LEWISTON— The Court Jesters will perform as part of the Franco Center's Cabaret Night Series at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 20. The band is made up of two voices, one guitarist, and one tambourine player: John Hasnip and Tina Charest. Hasnip plays…
Eight incredible musical acts compete for cash prizes in this dynamic live competition and 9th annual fundraiser, featuring three celebrity judges, glitz, glam, laughs and a whole lot of music. Pre-show reception 6pm - Live music, cash bar, hor d'oeuvres Show 7pm - Live performances All proceeds benefit Sandcastle Clinical & Educational Services…
Bob Marley is bringing his comedy to the Franco Center on Sunday, April 23, 2023 with TWO SHOWS: 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. 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…
LEWISTON – The inspiring sounds of the renowned Pihcintu Multinational Chorus will be heard in the acoustically superb performance space at the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 29. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets are still required. This international choral group brings together refugee and immigrant children…
