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…
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
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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+ BUY TICKETS HERE Sponsor: Central Maine Graphics Season Underwriter: Maple Way Dental Care Media Partners: Sun Journal Turner Publishing…
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 Purchase Tickets Online 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…
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…
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 BUY TICKETS HERE $15 at door. Sponsor: Roopers
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…
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 -…
Lewiston High School Concert Wednesday, May 11, 2022 Leader: Erin Morrison 7-9 p.m. Free admission
