2017
Chorus Concert Mt. Ararat High School & Middle School Tues, Jan. 10, 7 pm Songs by talented students, directed by Kristen Thomas.
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra "Summer Music for a Winter's Eve" Sun., Jan. 15, 2:30 pm
Conductor: Rohan Smith. Program: Smetana: Overture to The Bartered Bride; Beethoven: Symphony No. 4, Opus 60
Rachmaninoff: Symphonic Dances, Opus 45 Tickets: $20; Students under 18 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
All-District Elementary Band Concert, with Mt. Ararat Jazz Band Wed, Jan. 18, 7 pm
All-district elementary school band —Williams-Cone, Harpswell, Bowdoinham, Bowdoin Central, and Woodside— will play. Conductor: Dawne-Marie Powers. Concert is opened by the Mt. Ararat Jazz Band, conducted by Al Graffam.
Public welcome, free of charge.
"Dining for a Cause" Fundraiser for Orion at 99 Restaurant, Topsham Fair Mall Rd. Thurs., Feb. 2, 3-10 pm
Eat at the 99, show a voucher, and the Orion gets 15% of your bill. Get a voucher online or at the school. Help the Orion buy new curtains and lights. Buy raffle tickets, too!
Raffle items: *Red Sox player Pablo Sandoval autographed photo; *Patriots’ player Nate Solder autographed photo *Voucher for 4 tickets to Portland Sea Dogs game *Basket of Red Claws items including an autographed item
*$25 gift card to The Music Center, Brunswick; *2 tickets to Midcoast Symphony concert. Tickets $1 or 6 for $5--available at this event, and at Orion events until March 22, when drawing takes place at the Middle School Band Concert.
Mt. Ararat Stage Company Spring Musical Xanadu
Fri, March 10, at 7:30 pm; Sat, March 11, at 7:30 pm; Sun, March 12, at 3 pm
Director: Adam Blais.
This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends, Jeff Lynne and John Farrar. Based on the Universal Pictures cult classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, Xanadu is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired. The Mt. Ararat Stage Company presents the stage adaptation of the 1980 cult classic film ‘Xanadu’ to the Orion Performing Arts Center, transforming the auditorium into an 80’s roller disco. ‘Xanadu’ follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California on a quest to inspire a struggling artist named Sonny. When Kira falls in love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and chaos abounds. Book by Douglas Carter Beane, The production is Directed and Choreographed by Adam P. Blais, with Production Management and Musical Direction by Kristen Thomas, Technical Direction by Jim Alexander, and Costume Consultation by Travis Grant.
Cast: Kira (Clio): Maddie Plant Muse of history and the leader of the muses. Sonny Malone: Daniel Blake A self-critical and depressed, mortal, chalk artist who falls in love with Kira. Danny Maguire (Zeus): Kevin Bolduc The hard-nosed "all work and no play" businessman who owns the theater. Calliope (Aphrodite): Elyssa Eldridge The Muse of epics. Melpomene (Medusa): Faith Williams Muse of tragedy. Thalia (Siren/Tubes Singer/Cyclops): Connor Bolduc Muse of comedy. Euterpe (Siren/Andrews Sister/Thetis): Riley Robertson Muse of music. Erato (Siren/Hera): Kate Graeff
Muse of lyrics and erotica. Terpsicore (Siren/Tubes Singer/Centaur): Jeremy Pellegrini Muse of dance. Urania (Siren/Andrews Sister): Kelsie Dickey Muse of Astronomy. Polyhymina (Siren/Andrews Sister): Bailey Charron
Muse of Sacred Music. Young Danny/Hermes: Griffen Downs God of Commerce. Eros/Siren/Dance Captain: Erin Schott
God of Love. Siren/Young Woman: Emily Robbins .
Chorus Concert Mt. Ararat High School & Middle School Tues, Jan. 10, 7 pm Songs by talented students, directed by Kristen Thomas.
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra "Summer Music for a Winter's Eve" Sun., Jan. 15, 2:30 pm
Conductor: Rohan Smith. Program: Smetana: Overture to The Bartered Bride; Beethoven: Symphony No. 4, Opus 60
Rachmaninoff: Symphonic Dances, Opus 45 Tickets: $20; Students under 18 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
All-District Elementary Band Concert, with Mt. Ararat Jazz Band Wed, Jan. 18, 7 pm
All-district elementary school band —Williams-Cone, Harpswell, Bowdoinham, Bowdoin Central, and Woodside— will play. Conductor: Dawne-Marie Powers. Concert is opened by the Mt. Ararat Jazz Band, conducted by Al Graffam.
Public welcome, free of charge.
"Dining for a Cause" Fundraiser for Orion at 99 Restaurant, Topsham Fair Mall Rd. Thurs., Feb. 2, 3-10 pm
Eat at the 99, show a voucher, and the Orion gets 15% of your bill. Get a voucher online or at the school. Help the Orion buy new curtains and lights. Buy raffle tickets, too!
Raffle items: *Red Sox player Pablo Sandoval autographed photo; *Patriots’ player Nate Solder autographed photo *Voucher for 4 tickets to Portland Sea Dogs game *Basket of Red Claws items including an autographed item
*$25 gift card to The Music Center, Brunswick; *2 tickets to Midcoast Symphony concert. Tickets $1 or 6 for $5--available at this event, and at Orion events until March 22, when drawing takes place at the Middle School Band Concert.
Mt. Ararat Stage Company Spring Musical Xanadu
Fri, March 10, at 7:30 pm; Sat, March 11, at 7:30 pm; Sun, March 12, at 3 pm
Director: Adam Blais.
This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends, Jeff Lynne and John Farrar. Based on the Universal Pictures cult classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, Xanadu is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired. The Mt. Ararat Stage Company presents the stage adaptation of the 1980 cult classic film ‘Xanadu’ to the Orion Performing Arts Center, transforming the auditorium into an 80’s roller disco. ‘Xanadu’ follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California on a quest to inspire a struggling artist named Sonny. When Kira falls in love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and chaos abounds. Book by Douglas Carter Beane, The production is Directed and Choreographed by Adam P. Blais, with Production Management and Musical Direction by Kristen Thomas, Technical Direction by Jim Alexander, and Costume Consultation by Travis Grant.
Cast: Kira (Clio): Maddie Plant Muse of history and the leader of the muses. Sonny Malone: Daniel Blake A self-critical and depressed, mortal, chalk artist who falls in love with Kira. Danny Maguire (Zeus): Kevin Bolduc The hard-nosed "all work and no play" businessman who owns the theater. Calliope (Aphrodite): Elyssa Eldridge The Muse of epics. Melpomene (Medusa): Faith Williams Muse of tragedy. Thalia (Siren/Tubes Singer/Cyclops): Connor Bolduc Muse of comedy. Euterpe (Siren/Andrews Sister/Thetis): Riley Robertson Muse of music. Erato (Siren/Hera): Kate Graeff
Muse of lyrics and erotica. Terpsicore (Siren/Tubes Singer/Centaur): Jeremy Pellegrini Muse of dance. Urania (Siren/Andrews Sister): Kelsie Dickey Muse of Astronomy. Polyhymina (Siren/Andrews Sister): Bailey Charron
Muse of Sacred Music. Young Danny/Hermes: Griffen Downs God of Commerce. Eros/Siren/Dance Captain: Erin Schott
God of Love. Siren/Young Woman: Emily Robbins .
Eric Hewitt
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra
Pops at the Opera--Instrumental works from favorite Operas Sun, March 19, 2:30 pm
Guest Conductor: Eric Hewitt
Tickets: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door.
Pops at the Opera--Instrumental works from favorite Operas Sun, March 19, 2:30 pm
Guest Conductor: Eric Hewitt
Tickets: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door.
Linda Craig’s Students—Formal Piano Recital Mon, Mar. 20, 6:00 pm
Students of Linda Craig present a varied recital of piano music. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat High School and Middle School Band Concert 7th & 8th-Grade, 6th-Grade, and Jazz Bands
Wed, March 22, 7 pm.
Margie Landis and Al Graffam conduct our talented young musicians. Public is welcome and concert is free of charge.
MSAD #75 Art Awards Reception and Ceremony Thurs, March 23, 5:30 pm Reception 6:00 pm Ceremony
View artwork created by students from the school district, and attend art awards ceremony at 6 pm. Public is welcome.
DownEast Country Dance Festival Fri, March 24, 7:30 pm -midnight Sat, March 25, 10 am - midnight
Presented by Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts. Dancing, workshops, music, food--and more! Friday evening and Saturday all day and into the night... A favorite of contra-dancers and traditional musicians in Maine! More info. at www.deffa.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Fundraiser for Orion—Gelato Fiasco Scooping Event, Tues., Apr. 4 all day, 11-11
Enjoy gelato at Gelato Fiasco, 74 Maine St., Brunswick, present a voucher, and they donate 100% of the proceeds to the Orion.
District III Middle School MMA Music Festival and Concert Fri, Apr. 7 —Rehearsal Sat, Apr. 8 — Concert at 3 pm
Maine Music Educators' Association District III middle school festival and concert. Auditioned musicians from local schools rehearse and play a concert of choral and band music.
Maine Coast Heritage Trust Land Conservation Conference Fri., April 21, workshops 1-4 pm Sat. April 22, 8 am- 4 pm
Workshops, keynote speaker, exhibit fair, food, and more. Info and registration at www.mcht.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Parent Info. Night— MSAD#75 District 5th-graders Tues, April 25, 6-8 pm
Welcome by Principal Josh Ottow, and visits to teachers and classrooms for next-year’s middle-schoolers and parents.
Students of Linda Craig present a varied recital of piano music. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat High School and Middle School Band Concert 7th & 8th-Grade, 6th-Grade, and Jazz Bands
Wed, March 22, 7 pm.
Margie Landis and Al Graffam conduct our talented young musicians. Public is welcome and concert is free of charge.
MSAD #75 Art Awards Reception and Ceremony Thurs, March 23, 5:30 pm Reception 6:00 pm Ceremony
View artwork created by students from the school district, and attend art awards ceremony at 6 pm. Public is welcome.
DownEast Country Dance Festival Fri, March 24, 7:30 pm -midnight Sat, March 25, 10 am - midnight
Presented by Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts. Dancing, workshops, music, food--and more! Friday evening and Saturday all day and into the night... A favorite of contra-dancers and traditional musicians in Maine! More info. at www.deffa.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Fundraiser for Orion—Gelato Fiasco Scooping Event, Tues., Apr. 4 all day, 11-11
Enjoy gelato at Gelato Fiasco, 74 Maine St., Brunswick, present a voucher, and they donate 100% of the proceeds to the Orion.
District III Middle School MMA Music Festival and Concert Fri, Apr. 7 —Rehearsal Sat, Apr. 8 — Concert at 3 pm
Maine Music Educators' Association District III middle school festival and concert. Auditioned musicians from local schools rehearse and play a concert of choral and band music.
Maine Coast Heritage Trust Land Conservation Conference Fri., April 21, workshops 1-4 pm Sat. April 22, 8 am- 4 pm
Workshops, keynote speaker, exhibit fair, food, and more. Info and registration at www.mcht.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Parent Info. Night— MSAD#75 District 5th-graders Tues, April 25, 6-8 pm
Welcome by Principal Josh Ottow, and visits to teachers and classrooms for next-year’s middle-schoolers and parents.
Raffle items
Spring Raffle to support capital needs at the Orion has concluded. We are raising money for
improved lights and sound. Our proscenium curtains will be installed this spring. Winners are announced below. Thanks to all who bought tickets!
Raffle items:
* Two-night stay in garden room, Portland Harbor Hotel. --Trish Vaughn
*Red Sox items, including player Pablo Sandoval autographed photo, 2 drinking glasses, 4 coasters, spoon rest, can cover. Tammy Matthews.
*N.E. Patriots items, including player Nate Solder autographed photo, 2 drinking glasses, 4 coasters, spoon rest, can cover. --Melanie Page
*Voucher for 4 tickets to Portland Sea Dogs game, summer, 2017. --Mark Dugal
*Basket of Maine Red Claws items including team photo, 2 play basketballs, lanyard, booklet. --Jennifer Davis
*Music and Art basket, including $25 gift card to The Music Center, Brunswick; 4 tickets to Midcoast Symphony concert in May; colored pencils, posters and books for coloring. --Julie Lemieux
improved lights and sound. Our proscenium curtains will be installed this spring. Winners are announced below. Thanks to all who bought tickets!
Raffle items:
* Two-night stay in garden room, Portland Harbor Hotel. --Trish Vaughn
*Red Sox items, including player Pablo Sandoval autographed photo, 2 drinking glasses, 4 coasters, spoon rest, can cover. Tammy Matthews.
*N.E. Patriots items, including player Nate Solder autographed photo, 2 drinking glasses, 4 coasters, spoon rest, can cover. --Melanie Page
*Voucher for 4 tickets to Portland Sea Dogs game, summer, 2017. --Mark Dugal
*Basket of Maine Red Claws items including team photo, 2 play basketballs, lanyard, booklet. --Jennifer Davis
*Music and Art basket, including $25 gift card to The Music Center, Brunswick; 4 tickets to Midcoast Symphony concert in May; colored pencils, posters and books for coloring. --Julie Lemieux
"Seussical, Jr.” Mt. Ararat Middle School Stage Company Musical
Fri, April 28, at 7 pm Sat., April 29, at 3 pm
Middle school drama program presents a musical based on the wonderful Dr. Seuss characters. Director: Adam Blais.
Peter Boie: Magician for Non-Believers Sat., May 6, 7 pm
Amazing tricks by this nationally-known magician, who grew up in Topsham and graduated from MAHS! Penn & Teller say, "Your performance is Beautiful!" His show is a blend of original mind-blowing magic and humor that will leave the even the most jaded audience entertained and amazed. Fundraiser for Orion’s curtains and lighting. Co-presenter is Mt. Ararat Stage Co.
“I got my start in magic by checking out magic books from the Topsham Library, and I did my first show at the old Topsham Grange hall," Peter says. The show is truly an amazing experience. The audience will witness original magic creations, including classic sleight-of-hand and mind-reading, will experience a local ghost legend and more, all rolled up in Peter’s inviting personality and humor. “I like to mix up the show with lots of different elements, so you never know what’s going to happen next.” See some of his magic at www.peterboie.com .
All-Elementary Band and Chorus Concert Tues., May 9, 7 pm
Dawne-Marie Powers conducts the MSAD No.75 Elementary Band and David O-P leads the choruses in this delightful concert.
Fri, April 28, at 7 pm Sat., April 29, at 3 pm
Middle school drama program presents a musical based on the wonderful Dr. Seuss characters. Director: Adam Blais.
Peter Boie: Magician for Non-Believers Sat., May 6, 7 pm
Amazing tricks by this nationally-known magician, who grew up in Topsham and graduated from MAHS! Penn & Teller say, "Your performance is Beautiful!" His show is a blend of original mind-blowing magic and humor that will leave the even the most jaded audience entertained and amazed. Fundraiser for Orion’s curtains and lighting. Co-presenter is Mt. Ararat Stage Co.
“I got my start in magic by checking out magic books from the Topsham Library, and I did my first show at the old Topsham Grange hall," Peter says. The show is truly an amazing experience. The audience will witness original magic creations, including classic sleight-of-hand and mind-reading, will experience a local ghost legend and more, all rolled up in Peter’s inviting personality and humor. “I like to mix up the show with lots of different elements, so you never know what’s going to happen next.” See some of his magic at www.peterboie.com .
All-Elementary Band and Chorus Concert Tues., May 9, 7 pm
Dawne-Marie Powers conducts the MSAD No.75 Elementary Band and David O-P leads the choruses in this delightful concert.
Rachele Schmiege, soloist
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra Idyllic Scenes" Sun, May 14, 2:30 pm
Rohan Smith, Conductor. Program: Barber: The School for Scandal Overture, Op. 5; Canteloube: Songs of the Auvergne, featuring Rachele Schmiege, soprano soloist; Mahler: Symphony No. 4 in G Major www.midcoastsymphony.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
"Hansel and Gretel” The Ballet School Saturday & Sunday, May 20 & May 21, 3 pm
Elizabeth Drucker's Ballet School presents a beautiful year-end dance performance based on this beloved fairy tale. Many dance styles, beautiful costumes, and special effects. Tickets at the door.
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
MSAD#75 Budget Hearing Thurs, May 25, 6:30 pm Annual vote on school budget. Residents of Topsham, Harpswell, Bowdoin and Bowdoinham invited.
MAHS/MAMS Chorus Concert Thurs, June 1, 7 pm
Enjoy lovely songs from Kristen Thomas's young students in high school and middle school. Public is welcome, free of charge.
"The June Show" Moving Company Dance Studio Sat, June 3, 2 pm
A dance performance by Joanna Patterson’s young dancers. Creative movement, ballet, tap, and modern dance styles. Tickets $10. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat Middle School Bands Concert Wed., June 7, 7 pm Farewell to Ms. Landis!
Special show for Margie Landis's retirement. 6th-grade, 7th & 8th-grade, and jazz bands, w/ Ms. Landis and Mr. Graffam. "Pops" concert for the entertainment of all ages. Public is welcome, free of charge.
Rohan Smith, Conductor. Program: Barber: The School for Scandal Overture, Op. 5; Canteloube: Songs of the Auvergne, featuring Rachele Schmiege, soprano soloist; Mahler: Symphony No. 4 in G Major www.midcoastsymphony.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
"Hansel and Gretel” The Ballet School Saturday & Sunday, May 20 & May 21, 3 pm
Elizabeth Drucker's Ballet School presents a beautiful year-end dance performance based on this beloved fairy tale. Many dance styles, beautiful costumes, and special effects. Tickets at the door.
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
MSAD#75 Budget Hearing Thurs, May 25, 6:30 pm Annual vote on school budget. Residents of Topsham, Harpswell, Bowdoin and Bowdoinham invited.
MAHS/MAMS Chorus Concert Thurs, June 1, 7 pm
Enjoy lovely songs from Kristen Thomas's young students in high school and middle school. Public is welcome, free of charge.
"The June Show" Moving Company Dance Studio Sat, June 3, 2 pm
A dance performance by Joanna Patterson’s young dancers. Creative movement, ballet, tap, and modern dance styles. Tickets $10. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat Middle School Bands Concert Wed., June 7, 7 pm Farewell to Ms. Landis!
Special show for Margie Landis's retirement. 6th-grade, 7th & 8th-grade, and jazz bands, w/ Ms. Landis and Mr. Graffam. "Pops" concert for the entertainment of all ages. Public is welcome, free of charge.
"Legacy Five" Gospel Music Concert presented by Hands of Grace Promotions
Fri., June 9, 7 pm
Upbeat, infectious gospel music from the Nashville-based "Legacy 5" group. According to their press release: "Legacy Five features rich vocals and orchestral arrangements with thrilling piano accompaniment. For nearly two decades, Legacy Five has been recognized as one of gospel music's favorite groups. Audiences love their harmony, humor, and dedication to ministering the Gospel."
Listen to them at "Hands of Grace Promotions": www.handsofgracepromotions.ca Also check them out here: http://legacyfive.com/ Tickets are $20 at the door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
"A Day at the Fair" Coney Island Tribute Maine Dance and Fitness Spring Dance Concert Sat., June 10, 4 pm
Betsy Haskell's dance school presents the annual show. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Vox Nova Chamber Choir Concert "Inscription of Hope" Sat., June 24 at 7:30 pm, Sun., June 25 at 3 pm
Vox Nova Chamber Choir presents the second installment of the series, Inscription of Hope. This concert memorializes powerful sentiments of hope and love found etched into a Nazi concentration camp wall by Jewish prisoners and presents music indicative of peace and the enduring human spirit. In contrast, music set to the visceral and even appalling prose of Dylan Thomas’ Ceremony After A Fire Raid, reveals brutal realities of the horrors of war. The program is ultimately designed to transport the listener on a journey of mind and spirit as expressed through the prayers and hopes of humanity. www.voxnovachamberchoir.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Merrymeeting Band Camp July 10-14, 9 am - 3 pm Camp Concert at Noon, Friday, July 14
Band teachers from MSAD75, Bath, and Brunswick lead this fun musical camp. Directed by MAHS Music Director Al Graffam, MAMS Band Director Margie Landis, and BHS Band Director Mike Scarponi. Always fun and creative.
Fri., June 9, 7 pm
Upbeat, infectious gospel music from the Nashville-based "Legacy 5" group. According to their press release: "Legacy Five features rich vocals and orchestral arrangements with thrilling piano accompaniment. For nearly two decades, Legacy Five has been recognized as one of gospel music's favorite groups. Audiences love their harmony, humor, and dedication to ministering the Gospel."
Listen to them at "Hands of Grace Promotions": www.handsofgracepromotions.ca Also check them out here: http://legacyfive.com/ Tickets are $20 at the door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
"A Day at the Fair" Coney Island Tribute Maine Dance and Fitness Spring Dance Concert Sat., June 10, 4 pm
Betsy Haskell's dance school presents the annual show. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Vox Nova Chamber Choir Concert "Inscription of Hope" Sat., June 24 at 7:30 pm, Sun., June 25 at 3 pm
Vox Nova Chamber Choir presents the second installment of the series, Inscription of Hope. This concert memorializes powerful sentiments of hope and love found etched into a Nazi concentration camp wall by Jewish prisoners and presents music indicative of peace and the enduring human spirit. In contrast, music set to the visceral and even appalling prose of Dylan Thomas’ Ceremony After A Fire Raid, reveals brutal realities of the horrors of war. The program is ultimately designed to transport the listener on a journey of mind and spirit as expressed through the prayers and hopes of humanity. www.voxnovachamberchoir.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Merrymeeting Band Camp July 10-14, 9 am - 3 pm Camp Concert at Noon, Friday, July 14
Band teachers from MSAD75, Bath, and Brunswick lead this fun musical camp. Directed by MAHS Music Director Al Graffam, MAMS Band Director Margie Landis, and BHS Band Director Mike Scarponi. Always fun and creative.
Create-A-Play Theater/Art Summer Camp 2017
July 17-21, 9 am - 4 pm
Norway Savings Bank made a donation to support scholarships for campers. Thank You! Two scholarships have been awarded.
Summer day camp for middle-school age students, going into 6th-9th grades. Campers imagine the characters, collaborate to write a play, make the sets, props and costumes, and perform the play on the last day. Creative fun! Theater Director is Kathleen Nation. Limited space--20 campers only. There is still space for a few more campers, as of July 12. Registration forms available HERE.
We had a great week at Create-A-Play Camp in July. Here are some photos from the original play, written by the campers,
"Zoo Did It?"
"E-I-E-I Oops" and "James & the Giant Peach" Midcoast Youth Theater, Elementary Shows
Thurs & Fri, July 13 & 14, 6 pm and Sat, July 15, 2 pm
K-1 kids in the first play, and 2nd-4th-graders in the second. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
"Carousel" Midcoast Youth Theater, High School show Thurs & Fri, July 27 & 28, 7 pm Sat, July 29, 2 pm
Beloved musical with MYT’s high-school cast. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
The Lion King Experience, Jr." Midcoast Youth Theater, Middle School Show
Thurs & Fri, Aug.3 & 4, 7 pm Sat, Aug.5, 2 pm
Everyone's favorite lion! Information and tickets at http://www.midcoastyouththeater.org/
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Dahlov Ipcar Memorial Celebration of Life Saturday, Aug. 26, 1 pm
Art, music, memories of one of Maine's most beloved artists, who passed away this past year.
(Student art in our lobby was inspired by her work.)
Superintendent's "Welcome Back" to Staff for 2017-18 School Year
Tues., Aug. 29, 8:30 am
Fiddle-icious! Sat., Oct. 21, 7 pm Fun and lively evening of fiddle music. Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra plays traditional and lively tunes from Celtic and Franco heritage. Tix at door, $10; student $5. Children under 12 free. www.fiddleicious.com (Not affiliated with or endorsed by school or district.)
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra Sun, Oct. 22, 2:30 pm “Fairy Tales and Dances”
Conductor: Rohan Smith Program: M. Ravel: Mother Goose Suite P. Hindemith: Sinfonische Metamorphosen A. Dvorak: Symphony No. 6 Tix: Public: $20; Student 18 or under: free. Online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by school or district.)
July 17-21, 9 am - 4 pm
Norway Savings Bank made a donation to support scholarships for campers. Thank You! Two scholarships have been awarded.
Summer day camp for middle-school age students, going into 6th-9th grades. Campers imagine the characters, collaborate to write a play, make the sets, props and costumes, and perform the play on the last day. Creative fun! Theater Director is Kathleen Nation. Limited space--20 campers only. There is still space for a few more campers, as of July 12. Registration forms available HERE.
We had a great week at Create-A-Play Camp in July. Here are some photos from the original play, written by the campers,
"Zoo Did It?"
"E-I-E-I Oops" and "James & the Giant Peach" Midcoast Youth Theater, Elementary Shows
Thurs & Fri, July 13 & 14, 6 pm and Sat, July 15, 2 pm
K-1 kids in the first play, and 2nd-4th-graders in the second. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
"Carousel" Midcoast Youth Theater, High School show Thurs & Fri, July 27 & 28, 7 pm Sat, July 29, 2 pm
Beloved musical with MYT’s high-school cast. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
The Lion King Experience, Jr." Midcoast Youth Theater, Middle School Show
Thurs & Fri, Aug.3 & 4, 7 pm Sat, Aug.5, 2 pm
Everyone's favorite lion! Information and tickets at http://www.midcoastyouththeater.org/
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Dahlov Ipcar Memorial Celebration of Life Saturday, Aug. 26, 1 pm
Art, music, memories of one of Maine's most beloved artists, who passed away this past year.
(Student art in our lobby was inspired by her work.)
Superintendent's "Welcome Back" to Staff for 2017-18 School Year
Tues., Aug. 29, 8:30 am
Fiddle-icious! Sat., Oct. 21, 7 pm Fun and lively evening of fiddle music. Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra plays traditional and lively tunes from Celtic and Franco heritage. Tix at door, $10; student $5. Children under 12 free. www.fiddleicious.com (Not affiliated with or endorsed by school or district.)
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra Sun, Oct. 22, 2:30 pm “Fairy Tales and Dances”
Conductor: Rohan Smith Program: M. Ravel: Mother Goose Suite P. Hindemith: Sinfonische Metamorphosen A. Dvorak: Symphony No. 6 Tix: Public: $20; Student 18 or under: free. Online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by school or district.)
"Twelve Angry Jurors” Fri., Nov. 3, PERFORMANCE CANCELED These performances WILL BE HELD:
Sat., Nov. 4, 7:30pm Sun, Nov. 5, 3 pm Presented by Mt. Ararat Stage Company (Power outage has been resolved at the theater.)
Twelve Angry Jurors is a heightened courtroom thriller that puts you on the edge of your seat while powerfully exploring what it means to live in a democracy. Directed by Adam Blais.
Mt. Ararat H.S. Fall Sports Awards Ceremony
Mon., Nov. 6, 6:30 pm
Athletic Director Godo and coaches give out awards for fall sports. Public welcome.
"Freedom Tour" Info Night for Parents Mon., Nov. 20, 6 pm
Joel Merry presents information to parents about the annual program and April trip for 8th-graders to New York City, Philadelphia, Gettysburg, and Washington, DC. Q&A. Students also welcome.
Celebration of Life for Lance Libby Sat., Nov. 25, 1 pm
Lance taught and then substituted at MSAD No. 75 for over 45 years. His family invites the community to come and remember him.
Concert Bands -- Winter Concert Mt. Ararat High School & Middle School Bands Thurs. Dec. 14, 7 pm
Admission free. High School band and Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, 6th, 7th-and 8th-grade bands. Lots of young talent! Conducted by new MAMS Music teacher Rachel Williams, and Al Graffam.
(Re-scheduled from Tues. due to snow day.)
“Bah Humbug” A Christmas Carol as told through dance and theatre
Presented by Ampersand Academy of Dance Fri., Dec. 15, 2017, 6:30 pm and Sat., Dec. 16, 4 pm
Ampersand dancers perform many different styles, from ballet to lyrical to hip-hop to tap.
For more info., see www.ampersanddance.com (Not affiliated with or endorsed by school or district.)
Sat., Nov. 4, 7:30pm Sun, Nov. 5, 3 pm Presented by Mt. Ararat Stage Company (Power outage has been resolved at the theater.)
Twelve Angry Jurors is a heightened courtroom thriller that puts you on the edge of your seat while powerfully exploring what it means to live in a democracy. Directed by Adam Blais.
Mt. Ararat H.S. Fall Sports Awards Ceremony
Mon., Nov. 6, 6:30 pm
Athletic Director Godo and coaches give out awards for fall sports. Public welcome.
"Freedom Tour" Info Night for Parents Mon., Nov. 20, 6 pm
Joel Merry presents information to parents about the annual program and April trip for 8th-graders to New York City, Philadelphia, Gettysburg, and Washington, DC. Q&A. Students also welcome.
Celebration of Life for Lance Libby Sat., Nov. 25, 1 pm
Lance taught and then substituted at MSAD No. 75 for over 45 years. His family invites the community to come and remember him.
Concert Bands -- Winter Concert Mt. Ararat High School & Middle School Bands Thurs. Dec. 14, 7 pm
Admission free. High School band and Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, 6th, 7th-and 8th-grade bands. Lots of young talent! Conducted by new MAMS Music teacher Rachel Williams, and Al Graffam.
(Re-scheduled from Tues. due to snow day.)
“Bah Humbug” A Christmas Carol as told through dance and theatre
Presented by Ampersand Academy of Dance Fri., Dec. 15, 2017, 6:30 pm and Sat., Dec. 16, 4 pm
Ampersand dancers perform many different styles, from ballet to lyrical to hip-hop to tap.
For more info., see www.ampersanddance.com (Not affiliated with or endorsed by school or district.)