Review: Sherwood Forest's Merry People Retell Tale of ROBIN HOOD at MSMT
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jul 25, 2022
Maine State Music Theatre celebrates the world premiere of a new children’s musical, THE VERY FRACTURED TALE OF ROBIN HOOD by Randall Frizado in a clever, funny, upbeat, contemporary retelling of the Howard Pyle folktale about the legendary outlaw who robbed the rich to pay the poor in 12th century England. Helping to develop this title from script to the stage, MSMT has made a valuable contribution to the canon of children’s musical theatre, while reacquainting a new generation of youngsters with colorful characters in the source material.
Seacoast Rep to Stage Monty Python's SPAMALOT
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 23, 2017
The Seacoast entertainment scene has been reeling this year with the loss of cherished Portsmouth nightspots, but audiences will get a chance to 'look on the bright side of life' with the Seacoast Repertory Theatre's production of Monty Pythons' SPAMALOT.
Seacoast Rep to Stage Monty Python's SPAMALOT
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2017
The Seacoast entertainment scene has been reeling this year with the loss of cherished Portsmouth nightspots, but audiences will get a chance to 'look on the bright side of life' with the Seacoast Repertory Theatre's production of Monty Pythons' SPAMALOT.
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of MSMT's THE MUSIC MAN
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 19, 2015
Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) presents Meredith Willson's beloved all-American classic THE MUSIC MAN. This six-time TONY Award-winning musical has been entertaining audiences since 1957. THE MUSIC MAN runs tonight, July 15, through August 1, 2015. Check out a first look below!
BWW Reviews: MSMT Makes MUSIC MAN an Irresistible Valentine
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jul 17, 2015
Who doesn't love Meredith Willson's classic musical, Music Man, with its thrilling score, its witty humor, its irresistible combination of bravura and unabashed romanticism?. Generations have grown up on movie versions and memories of the big Broadway productions. So when a company undertakes a revival of such a classic, they risk the inevitable comparisons. Undaunted, Maine State Music Theatre has mounted a grand, original, and compelling look at this cornerstone of American musical theatre. The new production, directed by Marc Robin, starring Curt Dale Clark and Lauren Blackman, which opened at Brunswick's Pickard Theatre on July 16, skillfully fuses the familiar and the fresh into an evening of absolute delight.
Maine State Music Theatre's THE MUSIC MAN Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2015
Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) presents Meredith Willson's beloved all-American classic THE MUSIC MAN. This six-time TONY Award-winning musical has been entertaining audiences since 1957. THE MUSIC MAN runs tonight, July 15, through August 1, 2015.
Maine State Music Theatre's THE MUSIC MAN Opens 7/15
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2015
Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) presents Meredith Willson's beloved all-American classic THE MUSIC MAN. This six-time TONY Award-winning musical has been entertaining audiences since 1957. THE MUSIC MAN runs July 15 - August 1, 2015.
Tony Danza Set for THIS WAY TO BROADWAY in December
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 4, 2014
Thommie Retter, original Broadway cast member of Billy Elliot The Musical and Retter Entertainment provides unique opportunities for aspiring young performers through This Way To Broadway, a series of workshops culminating in showcase opportunities, including singing, acting, and dancing.
THIS WAY TO BROADWAY Features Tony Winner Trent Kowalik with Broadway's Youth, 5/13
by Christina Mancuso - May 6, 2013
Thommie Retter and Stage Door Designs have joined forces to produce and present THIS WAY TO BROADWAY, A Concert Featuring Today's Talented Youth. Their first event will be held at the 777 Theatre in New York City on Monday the 13th of May at 7pm. This concert will feature vocal and dance performances by talented kids representing 10 different states. This group of 'ready for prime-time' professional and aspiring kids include many with professional credits: Broadway, Off-Broadway, Television, National Tours and more! We are thrilled to announce that TONY Award Winning actor Trent Kowalik from Broadway's Billy Elliot the Musical will be on hand to deliver a spectacular performance.
North Shore Music Theatre Presents 22nd Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Now thru 12/23
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2012
Whether it's flying ghosts, the singing of carols, the scowl of Scrooge, or the awed faces of children in the audience, there's something for everyone in North Shore Music Theatre's award-winning production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Since its World Premiere in 1989, A CHRISTMAS CAROL has delighted more than a million people, including over 400,000 school children. A CHRISTMAS CAROL, will run from tonight, December 7 thru Sunday, December 23, 2012.
North Shore Music Theatre Presents 22nd Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL, 12/7-12/23
by Sierra Fox - Nov 13, 2012
Whether it's flying ghosts, the singing of carols, the scowl of Scrooge, or the awed faces of children in the audience, there's something for everyone in North Shore Music Theatre's award-winning production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Since its World Premiere in 1989, A CHRISTMAS CAROL has delighted more than a million people, including over 400,000 school children. A CHRISTMAS CAROL, will run from Friday, December 7 thru Sunday, December 23, 2012.