Leslie Bridgers

Columnist

Leslie Bridgers is a columnist for the Portland Press Herald, writing about Maine culture, customs and the things we notice and wonder about in our everyday lives. Originally from Connecticut, Leslie came to Maine by way of Bowdoin College and never left. She joined the Portland Press Herald in 2011 as a reporter and spent seven years as the paper’s features editor, overseeing coverage of arts, entertainment and food.

Arts & Entertainment, Review

Opera review: ‘The Flying Dutchman’ soars in Maine-based reimagining

by Steve Feeney July 28, 2022July 28, 2022

The second and final performance of Opera Maine’s major annual production is Friday.

Arts & Entertainment, Do This, Maine, Review

Theater review: Funny, thought-provoking ‘Body Awareness’ kicks off new festival

by Steve Feeney July 25, 2022July 25, 2022

Three plays with a ‘social leaning’ will comprise the first Portland Theater Festival.

Arts & Entertainment, Do This, Maine, Review

Theater review: ‘The Color Purple’s’ inspirational story beefed up by song and dance

by Steve Feeney July 25, 2022July 25, 2022

The novel-turned-musical is playing at Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick.

Arts & Entertainment, Do This

In all that fresh air, Maine Outdoor Film Festival ripens and grows

by Dennis Perkins July 25, 2022July 21, 2022

The event includes 70 films, plus panel discussions and other activities, over 11 nights at three Portland venues: the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, the Eastern Promenade and the East Bayside gathering place, Aprés.

Do This, Food

Tap Lines: The Portland graphic designer who puts the art in craft beer

by Ben Lisle July 25, 2022July 20, 2022

Here’s what goes through Hugh McCormick’s mind when creating his award-winning logos and branding for local breweries like Austin Street and Battery Steele.

Arts & Entertainment, Books