Renowned baritone Richard Conrad returns with soprano Debra Rentz, mezzo soprano Laurie Lemley, tenor Ray Bauwens, and captivating Bill Merrill at the Steinway, presenting excerpts from all the Gilbert & Sullivan operettas, laced with Richard’s anecdotes about the composers.
SRGH salutes Richard on the 50th anniversary of his operatic debut and eagerly anticipates this
exciting concert, always remembering his moving performance as Don Quixote with the Originals.
Adm, $16, $14 Students and Seniors, or by donation. Under 12 free. 929-6472
Click here to see the complete program.
Saturday, October 15, 7:30
Denny has been one of Maine's best known and most beloved performers for over thirty years, as winner of the Maine Country
Music Association's Entertainer of the Year Award, Songwriter of the Year, and eight-time winner of Instrumentalist of the Year. With special guest Ann Breau on flute and his “consummate side man” Frank Coffin on bass, Denny presents his sizzling guitar instrumentals, touching original vocals, and an astonishing Chet Atkins medley, all with infectious humor, making him a favorite wherever he goes, and the youngest inductee to the Maine Country Music Hall of Fame.
Adm. $14 . $12 Students and Seniors, or by donation.
Children 12 and under free. Maximum family $30. 929-6472
Friday, October 21, 7:30 pm 
Dedicated to peace and sharing among cultures through the power of music, Inanna explores the heritage and rhythms of West Africa with moving vocals and hand-crafted instruments. The members have studied with the world’s best known African master drummers and promise a fantastically inspiring evening.
Adm. $16 , $14, or by donation. 12 and under free. 929-6472
40 West, the new movie written by and starring Jennifer Porter, directed by
Dana Packard, and featuring Wayne Newton and many Originals’ actors, will
hold its World Premiere at Gotham Screen International Film Festival in
New York City - October 13th to 23rd.
The European Premiere will take place in Switzerland at the Lucerne International Film Festival - October 19th to23rd.
40 WEST will open the Vegas Independent Film Festival on November
17th, at the Orleans Casino in Las Vegas. Maine and regional screenings will
follow.
The film was shot in April and May, 2010, at the Saco River Grange
Hall and various Buxton and Hollis locations. Please visit the 40 WEST
Facebook page for specific screening information and news!
http://www.facebook.com/40Westmovie
November 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 7:30 PM
The Originals present
by Harold Pinter
Winner: Drama Critics’ Award for Best Foreign Play and West End Award for Best Play of the Season
The classic dramatic scenario of the love triangle is powerfully manifested in Harold Pinter’s poignant and absorbing play, BETRAYAL. As the story begins, Emma and Robert’s marriage is ending. Emma, needing someone to talk to, meets with Robert’s best friend Jerry, with whom she once had a seven-year affair. To his great discomfort, Jerry learns from Emma that Robert knew of their relationship all along. Henceforth, the play moves backward in time, from the sober end of the affair to its passionate beginning, throwing into sharp relief the everyday deceptions and torn loyalties of its three characters.
Filled with subtle and witty dialogue, affecting moments of emotional fragility and disquieting silences, BETRAYAL exposes the painful truth that love sometimes causes us to betray not only those we care about, but also ourselves. Sure to stimulate conversation, this elegant play is not to be missed.
Featuring Jennifer Porter, Dana Packard and Rob Cameron. Tickets: $18 / $15, Thursday, November 10th is pay-what-you-can. Call 207-929-5412 for reservations.
See photo stills from the production.
Saturday, Nov 26, 7:30
Fiddle prodigy Erica was competing at seven, touring at nine and recording at fifteen, when she made her SRGH debut with the Old Time Radio Gang.
Now her own five piece Bluegrass Band is enjoying great popularity and returns for their annual post-Thanksgiving Bluegrass/country/ folk musical hoedown, with Matt Shipman on guitar & vocals, Ken Taylor on bass, Steve Roy on
mandolin and vocals, and Read McNamara on banjo.
Y’all come!
Adm $14 Students & Srs $12 or by donation. Children 12 and under free. Family maximum $30.
Please call 929-6472 for reservations.
Saturday, December 3, 7:30
A Gala Caribbean Holiday Concert.
This 18 piece high – energy steel drum band is directed by Ian Ramsey, music director at North Yarmouth Academy. You may want to wear your dancing shoes for what we guarantee to be a spectacular celebration of the human spirit for all faiths.
***** Back by popular demand.
Admission $16, $13 Students and Seniors or by donation.
Children 12 and under free.
Family maximum $30.
Please call 207-929-6472 for reservations.
Jennifer Porter in Concert
Friday, Dec 9, 7:30
Magic always happens when this remarkably versatile musician takes the stage. Count on being treated to a dizzying array of musical styles and lively, imaginative interplay with her talented band-mates. With Joe Arsenault – piano, Jim Lyden – bass, Matt Langley - saxophones, and Dana Packard – drums.
“The minute she voices the first few notes, she takes command of the entire building. It’s not often one encounters a voice this low plush and luscious.” - Casco Bay Weekly
“Jennifer Porter maintains musicianship at its top form”- Portland Press Herald
Admission $16 / $14 or by donation. Please call 207-929-5412
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