Works from the Boy Scouts of America’s art collection will go up for auction to help compensate tens of thousands of people who were sexually abused while in scouting.
Arts & Entertainment
Arts and entertainment news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Comedy review: David Cross needles Trump at post-election show in Portland
The ‘Arrested Development’ star reflected on the state of American politics while mixing in absurdly hilarious anecdotes Friday night at the State Theatre.
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Actor Tony Todd, known for his role in ‘Candyman’ and other films, dies at 69
Todd’s résumé included roles in ‘Platoon’ and ‘Final Destination,’ as well as TV roles on ‘Night Court,’ ‘Matlock’ and ‘Law & Order.’
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Liam Payne, former One Direction star, did not commit suicide, prosecutor says
An autopsy showed that he had multiple substances in his system at the time of his death.
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Beyoncé leads 2025 Grammy noms, becoming most nominated artist in show’s history
If Beyoncé wins album of the year, she’ll become the first Black woman to do so in the 21st century.
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Maine native Amy Allen up for 4 Grammy awards
Allen, who grew up in Windham and South Portland, was nominated for songwriter of the year, as well as in the song, album and song for visual media categories.
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Fill your weekend with comic David Cross, a Celtic fair and falafel
Grab tickets to see David Cross at State Theatre on Friday.
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Meet the Mainer who helps capture the sounds of ‘Survivor’
James Demer of Falmouth has traveled around the world as a location audio mixer for reality TV shows, including the current season of ‘Survivor’ on CBS.
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Think you know these Maine artists? See how they evolved at shows in Portland and Rockland
Triangle Gallery shows the work of artists in painting collective Seven, while Moss Galleries pairs Gail Spaien and Lynne Drexler.
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Society Notebook: Best Buddies celebrates its special friendships
The nonprofit, with chapters all over the state, connects people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities.