Arts & Entertainment - Portland Press Herald

Jeremy Frey’s transcendent baskets are the definition of fine art

by Jorge S. Arango June 9, 2024June 4, 2024

A Portland Museum of Art exhibit of the Passamaquoddy basket weaver’s works is the first of its kind for a Wabanaki artist.

Arts & Entertainment, Books

Bestsellers: ‘How to Read a Book,’ ‘Making it in America’

June 9, 2024June 5, 2024

The week’s bestselling fiction and nonfiction books at Longfellow Book in Portland.

Arts & Entertainment, Books

10 rules for reading from someone who does it for a living

by Michael Dirda The Washington Post June 9, 2024June 4, 2024

Where to read, when to read and why you need a pencil in hand: The Washington Post’s Michael Dirda offers some advice from his years as a critic.

Arts & Entertainment, Nation & World

Woman who says she inspired ‘Baby Reindeer’ is suing Netflix for $170 million

by Frances Vinall The Washington Post June 7, 2024June 7, 2024

Fiona Harvey, who was targeted online as the basis for a stalker character in the Netflix hit, says she has been harmed by the negative attention.

Arts & Entertainment

Dolly Parton plans for musical on her life to land on Broadway in 2026

by MARK KENNEDY Associated Press June 6, 2024June 6, 2024

Broadway has had great success with ‘Hello, Dolly.’ Now get ready for ‘Hello, I’m Dolly.’

Arts & Entertainment, Nation & World, News

Disney set to invest up to $17 billion in Florida parks

by MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press June 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Approval of a new development agreement could result in the company investing millions into its Florida resort and opens the door to a fifth major theme park at Walt Disney World.

Arts & Entertainment, Maine

Now that the city has ruled on the former children’s museum, what happens next?

by Megan Gray June 5, 2024June 5, 2024

What we know about the Portland Museum of Art’s expansion plans, a potential lawsuit from Greater Portland Landmarks and the certification of the Congress Street Historic District.