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Gary Ng/Ogunquit PlayhouseLast week venues were promised relief as the Federal Government announced the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant. The $16 billion program, operated by the Small Business Administration, is offering grants of up to $10 million. But so far, some venues aren't seeing much relief. -
Elena Seibert/Maine-based writer Richard Russo discusses his latest essay comparing his parents' relationship and breakup to the divided nation we see today.
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The pandemic has taken a significant toll on arts venues and on creators. But some artists also recognize the positives that have come from the forced… -
Recently, Kennebec County commissioners voted unanimously to remove a controversial statue of Supreme Court Chief Justice Melville Fuller from county…
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The pandemic has cost two Maine artists a million-dollar public art project.Wade Kavanaugh says the commission — a sculpture for the Seattle Convention…
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A number of public art works have sprung up in Portland that were created to celebrate Black life and honor those who have been killed by police officers…
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In a survey of people who attend live theater and performing arts in Maine, the Maine Arts Commission says it has found that just over half of respondents…
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Portland Ovations, Indigo Arts Alliance, and the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center are partnering for a new series featuring performing artists of…
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Maine artist and educator Ashley Bryan was honored Monday on his 97th birthday. Gov. Mills issued a proclamation declaring the day "Ashley Frederick Bryan…
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'I Don't Look Like The People That Are In That Sphere' - Maine Muralists Pay Tribute To George FloydDuring the first wave of protests in Portland over the death of George Floyd, three local artists painted a memorial mural for Floyd and other victims of…
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A group of Black musicians and performers will gather virtually Friday for a Juneteenth celebration in Portland commemorating the end of…
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In his book, "American Nations," Colin Woodard wrote about the cultural differences that have endured between parts of the U.S. throughout its history. In…
