The artistic director of The Public Theatre shares her picks.
Life & Culture
Stories about life, culture, entertainment and arts from the Portland Press Herald.
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Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley’s got that lovin’ feelin’ about his show in Maine
The Righteous Brothers perform in Waterville on May 27.
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9 Maine art walks to stroll through this summer
Portland, Biddeford, Brunswick, Kennebunk and Wiscasset are just some of the locales that hold the events on a regular basis.
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Historical photos show Portland’s outdoor art scene
A pair of images from the 1950s and ’60s capture some of the city’s art scene.
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How not to look like a tourist in Maine | Column
Five pointers for subtly proving you’re local — or making it seem that way.
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The growing influence of the Maine church behind Portland’s Turning Point USA event
Maine’s network of evangelical Calvary Chapel churches has become increasingly vocal in state politics in recent years. Charlie Kirk’s death has spurred greater interest.
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Maine providers welcome continued access to abortion pill after US Supreme Court decision
In the first half of 2025, 27% of all abortions in Maine — whether prescription or in-person procedures — were provided via telehealth.
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Kennebunkport playwright brings life of Walt Whitman to stage
In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, Sarah Vander Schaaff invites Mainers to take a trip back in time to the 19th century.
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‘Marden’s Lady’ to be honored at Maine Playwrights Festival
Karmo Sanders, who died in October, was a playwright and acting teacher who inspired and helped many in Maine’s theater scene.
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GLP-1s are popular in Maine, but not with insurance providers
High costs have made employers and insurers wary, but patients who can be treated for obesity are increasingly being left in the lurch.