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Classical Beat: ‘Mozart in the Jungle’ may be over the top but could draw new classical fans

by Christopher Hyde January 18, 2015January 17, 2015

The story of Gustavo Dudamel, on whom the new Amazon series is loosely based, resonates with enthusiasm.

Arts & Entertainment

Take Heart: A Conversation in Poetry

January 18, 2015January 17, 2015

“Another Full Moon” by Kate Barnes

Arts & Entertainment, Books

Book wonders: Is it too late to fix the Earth?

by Matt McKinney Star Tribune January 18, 2015January 17, 2015

Author Gaia Vince frames the question as a series of engineering problems that will test the limits of human ingenuity.

Arts & Entertainment, Books

Iconic Maine homes get attention they deserve

by William David Barry January 18, 2015January 17, 2015

‘Homes Down East’ by three architecture experts focuses on the best examples of the Shingle Style in the state.

Arts & Entertainment

Taya Kyle sees her husband’s legacy, family tale in ‘American Sniper’

by Steven Zeitchik Tribune News Service January 18, 2015January 17, 2015

Chris Kyle’s widow was uneasy about her husband’s story being turned into a movie … until she got to know director Clint Eastwood and stars Bradley Cooper and Sienna Miller.

Arts & Entertainment, Books

Signings: Gary Rainford to read his poems in Topsham

January 18, 2015January 17, 2015

“Salty Liquor” is his first full-length collection.

Arts & Entertainment

Audience Calendar

January 18, 2015January 16, 2015

n ART EVENTS “A Gateless Garden: Quotes by Maine Women Writers,” exhibit featuring 53 quotes paired with black and white photos by Maine photographer Kerry Michaels. University of New England Art Gallery, 716 Stevens Ave., Portland. www.une.edu/artgallery. 221-4499. Opening reception, 5 p.m. Tuesday. PMA Picks, hear from staff about what they love at the museum. […]