Growing old is a privilege denied to many. It’s hard to remember that – particularly if you’re a woman surrounded by anti-aging serums and polishing scrubs and needles that can take away every one of those hard-earned facial lines. Even though the pandemic inspired many women to embrace their gray hair, aging is still thought […]
Review
A ‘lavish melting pot’ of essays from Maine writers on food – and the lack of it
The book encompasses tomato sandwiches, school lunch, illness, immigration and so much more.
Art review: Space, ICA mark anniversaries with exemplary shows
The Portland gallery and the institute at Maine College of Art & Design are respectively celebrating 20 and 25 years since opening.
History’s famous delusions, those who believed them – and why
Victoria Shepherd explains some of psychology’s landmark cases with empathy and understanding.
Art review: New takes on classical art forms in two Portland shows
Cove Street Arts focuses on portraiture, while Greenhut Galleries displays John Whalley’s trompe l’oeil paintings.
Book review: In his latest novel, Jeffrey Lewis tackles some very big questions
‘Land of Cockaigne’ examines the impact the wealthy have on their communities, the ugliness of reactionary politics, and the sometimes insular nature of small towns.
Theater review: Maine State Music Theatre delivers dazzling ‘Kinky Boots’
The very rewatchable production is the last of the Brunswick theater’s season.
Classical review: Chamber music fest starts on memorable note
The East Coast Chamber Orchestra ushered in the series of performances in Portland.
Concert review: Lyle Lovett defies time as he leads Large Band at Merrill
The concert Wednesday was part of his tour for the album ’12th of June.’
Theater review: Multitalented musicians shine in ‘Smoke on the Mountain’ at Portland Stage
The co-production with Maine State Music Theatre takes a different approach to some characters and the overall message than the version playing simultaneously at Hackmatack Playhouse.