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SUMMARY:We Have Each Other: An Art-making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Located in the Adult Student Success Center\, Glickman 325. \nWhat helps you feel well-supported at the University? Where do you feel you most belong? \nNow is your chance to make art expressing gratitude for those who show up for you. \n\nNo experience needed\nArtists welcome\, too!\nFood provided\nCome hungry!\n\n\nPresented by Art Gallery Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. Art from the workshop may be included in Bruun’s exhibition in the Crewe Center for the Arts\, opening April 16.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/we-have-each-other-an-art-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Glickman Family Library\, 314 Forest Avenue\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Health and wellness,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Student Recital Series: Jared Vigue
DESCRIPTION:The Osher School of Music is pleased to present Jared Vigue in his senior voice recital. Jared is the student of Scott Wheatley and Mary Letellier. \nStudent recitals are free and open to the public. \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nReserve Your Parking \n  \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/student-recital-series-jared-vigue/
LOCATION:Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Office Hours w/ Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun
DESCRIPTION:Peter Bruun\, Together (detail\, one of 27 panels)\, 2022-2023. Oil on gessoed panel\, 12 x 18 in.\nThe University of Southern Maine Art Department is excited to welcome Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. \nWorking under the aegis of Bruun Studios\, Peter Bruun is an artist\, writer\, curator\, and cultural organizer whose work spans painting\, drawing\, publishing\, and community-based art. For more than 30 years\, his studio practice has fueled projects that bring art into conversation with social justice\, collaboration\, and collective care—ranging from exhibitions and public programs to experimental publications and artist-led organizations. \nAs part of his residency\, Peter will host open Office Hours in his Academy Building studio throughout the spring semester. Students are encouraged to stop by to talk about artwork\, creative process\, career paths\, organizing\, or anything else on your mind. Whether you’re looking for feedback\, conversation\, or just curious to see how an artist works\, walk-ins are welcome. \nOffice Hours \n\nWednesdays\, February 18 –  April 30\, 4:15 – 6 pm\nFridays\, February 13 – May 1st\, 9 am – noon\nNo hours during Spring Break (March 18 & 20)\nOpen to all students\nAcademy Building\, 1st Floor (100 College Ave. Gorham campus)\n\nCome by\, ask questions\, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with a visiting artist working at the intersection of art\, ideas\, and community.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/office-hours-w-artist-in-residence-peter-bruun-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Academy Building\, 100 School St\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Professional development,Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Through Our Eyes: Franco Artists Looking at the World Exhibit Opening Reception and Panel Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine invites you to join us at the university’s Lewiston campus at 51 Westminster St.\,  in the Atrium Gallery on Thursday\, March 12\, 2026 at 6:00 pm for the opening reception of Through Our Eyes: Franco Artists Looking at the World\, with a panel talk to follow from some of the artists whose works appear in the exhibit. The event is free and open to the public\, thanks to the generous support of Schooner Estates\, TV5MONDE\, The Quebec Delegation in Boston\, the Hilton Garden Inn\, Auburn Riverwatch\, and Severin and Cynthia Beliveau. \nThe exhibit will be on view through the beginning of May and will feature the works of working Franco artists Joyce Coyne\, Jeanelle Demers\, Mercedes Gastonguay\, Sean Hasey\, Anita Poulin\, Linda Clavette Quigley\, as well as Franco artists of the past\, including the works of  Raoul Nadeau\, exhibited by his grandchildren Jane Martin and Michael Gagnon. Following a reception with refreshments\, artists will speak about their creative process and how their Franco identity shapes their art. \n  \nAbout the artists: \n  \nJoyce Coyne works in watercolor\, pen and ink\, and oil\, and has studied at Maine College of Art Continuing Studies and the University of Maine. Over the years she has participated in multiple exhibits and in solo-shows at the Central Maine Medical Center\, St. Mary’s\, and right here at USM LAC\, as well as in group shows at the Juried Society of Canadian Watercolorists\, the Montreal Botanical Gardens\, the Diamond Cove Gallery\, and the Orr’s Island Merrymeeting Art Association. She has worked as a public art coordinator and art gallery operator\, earning numerous awards. In her painting career she has been very influenced by her trips to Canada; As a child she traveled to see relatives every summer and she continues to do so.  Each time there is more to see\, more inspirational spots\, and the tie she has with this country is very strong.  Most recently a trip to Nova Scotia provided many more subjects for future paintings. \nJoyce’s parents both immigrated here from Canada\, her father at age 16 and her mother when she was 4 years old.  Joyce grew up in Lewiston in a French speaking environment and attended Catholic schools where at that time French was the second language taught.  She never forgets or takes for granted how her parents instilled their Franco-American heritage in her life. \n  \nJeanelle Demers is a fine artist and graphic designer based in Portland\, Maine. Her artistic practice combines her love of the outdoors with exploration of lines\, layers\, and colors. Constantly in awe of the beauty that exists in nature\, she finds herself seeking subject matter in fleeting moments and striking places. Her creative journey is marked by a passion for exploring the outdoors\, which deeply influences her work. Specializing in acrylic paint\, watercolor\, and ink\, Jeanelle blends these mediums on canvas\, paper\, and wood\, and is constantly experimenting. \n  \nA Maine native\, Mercedes Gastonguay does original artwork on commission in all subjects and media. She is noted for her pen and ink renderings and paintings of homes and businesses.   Her talent and versatility have led   to many challenging projects including Maine seascapes and landscapes\, rustic still lifes\, portraits\, florals\, religious subjects\, and scenes depicting her Franco-American heritage as well as paintings of the Bates College Campus.  Her works are represented in private collections and have been displayed in Maine galleries including the Nettie Ricker Art Gallery in the Maine State Building at Poland Spring\, juried art exhibits including the Tri-County Area Artists exhibits at USM’s L-A College and at the State House in Augusta. Mercedes and her students were also invited annually to exhibit a variety of subjects and media in USM’s Atrium Gallery at L-A College. \nMercedes is recognized as a Franco-American artist with her historical 46”x54” tableau entitled “A la mémoire de nos ancêtres” (In Memory of Our Ancestors). It has been on exhibit in various galleries and at the Augusta State House Senate President’s Office where summer tours were given. Large giclée prints on canvas may be found in private collections and in Museum L-A’s permanent collection. Smaller limited edition high resolution laser prints are also in private collections.  Mercedes is the featured visual artist along with her oil canvas\, “A la mémoire de nos ancêtres”\, in a publication\, “Voyages:  A Maine Franco-American Reader” through the Franco-American Collection at USM’s L-A College.  In October 2007\, she gave a presentation of her oil painting at the book launch.  In 2017\, she presented her tableau in celebration of “La semaine de la Francophonie” at USM’s L-A College Franco-American Collection.  This original work of art has been donated by Mercedes to the Franco-American Collection where it is permanently on exhibit at L-A College. \nMercedes has retired from thirty years of teaching art to children and adults in her Apple Sass Hill Studio.  She continues to create her own works that may be viewed in gallery exhibits.  A self-taught artist\, she also credits outstanding workshop instructors for much of her education. \n  \nSean Hasey lives and works in Biddeford\, Maine. He is Maine born and has lived here all of his life except for 4 years he lived in NYC. He attended college at University of Southern Maine in Portland from 1993-1997\, focusing on sculpture and drawing. He has maintained a studio practice since 1990. \nMuch like human life itself\, the paintings he selected for this exhibit are a collection of contradictions. Complexity and simplicity\, monochrome followed by sharp bursts of complimentary color\, seemingly built environments split open to reveal the landscape\, cautious beauty and unexpected disunion all exist together in us and them.These paintings want to see what was\, what is\, and what will be. They want to walk down a beach in southern Maine on land rather than on property. The semantics of color invite the viewer to imagine the world in a different context\, shifting from a more quotidian palette to the saturated world of these paintings. The line and plane force the question of ‘truth’ for the observer—and like regular life\, the meaning shifts and changes as they are observed. These paintings suggest cataclysm in the gentlest way possible while leaving the door open for utopia. \n  \nAnita Poulin was raised Franco-American in the French Community of New Auburn\, Maine. She is from a family of four generations of self-taught artists. Ms. Poulin has created a video of her family’s art. The video has been enjoyed by Senior College students\, the Rotary Club\, the Auburn Art Club\, and other local and out of state groups. She and her late husband Jean established GreenWood Gallery of Maine in 2013. The building used for the gallery was originally her great grandfather’s tool shed/bait and tackle building that stood on the land owned by her grandfather Arthur J. Auger – “Auger’s Landing” located on the “Whitman Spring Road” Lake Auburn (west side) and moved to 998 Old Danville Rd. in Auburn\, three miles from the Auburn Exit. \nMs. Poulin has been a supporter of the fine arts for several decades and continues to support local artists\, sharing her gallery space during the gallery’s yearly Open House. She has taught at Senior’s Plus\, Senior College\, Schooners\, the Arboretum in Augusta\, as well as local schools and in her private studio in Auburn. She also teaches Neurographics online and is the founder of the Friday Art Group\, an online ZOOM art workshop for new and seasoned artists\, now in its second year. She works in watercolor\, acrylic\, pastel\, as well as pen and ink and multi-media. She enjoys creating natural scenes\, still-life’s\, pet portraits\, house portraits\, and abstract art. She also carves in wood and creates wood-burning art. She says: “Many times when I have finished a painting\, I sit and wonder how I was able to create such an art piece! I begin to paint with something specific in mind and it always develops into something completely outside my original plan. Like someone else is holding the brush! Abstract art allows my brush to glide freely on the canvas with no restriction!” \nMs. Poulin and her husband raised three children and are the proud grandparents of five grandchildren who all carry on the family’s talents. \n  \n  \nLinda Clavette Quigley is a dog portrait artist\, painting animals with a sense of vitality and tenderness across the mediums of pastel\, acrylic\, and oil. Her practice is devoted to capturing the unique spirit and character of each creature\, celebrating the profound bonds we share with our animal companions. \nBorn in Lewiston\, Maine\, and now residing in Southern California\, her work is also influenced by her love of genealogy and the journey she has taken exploring her family tree. The stories and discoveries of her Franco-American lineage breathe life into her paintings\, infusing each piece with a sense of history and continuity. \nLinda holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Plymouth State College and has also earned a certificate of Studio Arts from the University of Southern Maine. Her formal education provided a solid foundation\, allowing her to experiment and grow as an artist while honing her craft and developing her unique perspective. Linda has showcased her work in solo exhibitions in Maine and Southern California and has been part of many juried group exhibitions. Her talent has earned her mural commissions in New Hampshire\, Maine\, and Southern California. Linda is affiliated with prestigious art associations such as the Simi Valley Arts Association\, Pastel Artists of Southern California\, and the Westlake Village Art Guild. \nUltimately\, her aim is to spark connection—between viewer and canvas\, animal and human\, past and present. Through her art\, she hopes to inspire reflection\, curiosity\, and a deeper appreciation for the stories that shape us and the beauty found in everyday life. \n  \nRaoul J. Nadeau (1903-1991) was born in Biddeford\, Maine to parents who immigrated to the United States from Québec.  Raoul and his future wife\, Egline\, met while skating at the Westbrook skating rink in Biddeford.  As a father of 7 children\, Raoul worked in insurance for Metropolitan Life for decades.  In his 70s\, once retired\, Raoul took painting classes at Biddeford Adult Education.  He produced many watercolor works into his 80s.  His paintings\, largely Maine landscapes\, continue to be displayed in the homes of his many family members. \n  \nFor more information or to register to attend this event in-person\, contact the FAC archivist\, Anna Faherty\, at anna.faherty@maine.edu\, or by phone at (207) 753-6545. If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Anna. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/through-our-eyes-franco-artists-looking-at-the-world-exhibit-opening-reception-and-panel-presentation/
LOCATION:Franco-American Collection — LAC\, 51 Westminster St\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Office Hours w/ Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun
DESCRIPTION:Peter Bruun\, Together (detail\, one of 27 panels)\, 2022-2023. Oil on gessoed panel\, 12 x 18 in.\nThe University of Southern Maine Art Department is excited to welcome Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. \nWorking under the aegis of Bruun Studios\, Peter Bruun is an artist\, writer\, curator\, and cultural organizer whose work spans painting\, drawing\, publishing\, and community-based art. For more than 30 years\, his studio practice has fueled projects that bring art into conversation with social justice\, collaboration\, and collective care—ranging from exhibitions and public programs to experimental publications and artist-led organizations. \nAs part of his residency\, Peter will host open Office Hours in his Academy Building studio throughout the spring semester. Students are encouraged to stop by to talk about artwork\, creative process\, career paths\, organizing\, or anything else on your mind. Whether you’re looking for feedback\, conversation\, or just curious to see how an artist works\, walk-ins are welcome. \nOffice Hours \n\nWednesdays\, February 18 –  April 30\, 4:15 – 6 pm\nFridays\, February 13 – May 1st\, 9 am – noon\nNo hours during Spring Break (March 18 & 20)\nOpen to all students\nAcademy Building\, 1st Floor (100 College Ave. Gorham campus)\n\nCome by\, ask questions\, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with a visiting artist working at the intersection of art\, ideas\, and community.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/office-hours-w-artist-in-residence-peter-bruun-2/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Academy Building\, 100 School St\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
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SUMMARY:Performance by the Alpine Theatre of Peculiar Dreams
DESCRIPTION:Alpine Theatre of Peculiar Dreams props.\n  \nThe Alpine Theatre of Peculiar Dreams incorporates abstract puppetry\, sound and a 90′ scroll to tell non-linear tales of geo-mythic lands and chimeric beings. Featuring Samantha Jones and Heather Lyon\, with invited artist Doug Paisley\, audio\, in the Crewe Center Performance Hall. Jones and Lyon are also in the Crewe Center’s current exhibition\, Of Sibyls and Source: Ranges and Ruptures. \nThe performance will be immediately followed by a film screening from other artists involved with Of Sibyls and Source.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/performance-by-the-alpine-theatre-of-peculiar-dreams/
LOCATION:Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Of Sibyls and Source Film and Video Screening
DESCRIPTION:Samantha Jones\, “Hollowing\,” 2025. Single channel video\, 0 min 20 sec.\, looped.\n  \nA film and video screening featuring work by Matt Shaw and Heather Lyon\, Sam Jones\, misael soto\, Susan Bickford\, and Kristin Mariani. These artists are part of the Crewe Center’s current exhibition\, Of Sibyls and Source: Ranges and Ruptures. \nThe screening will be immediately preceded by a performance from The Alpine Theatre of Peculiar Dreams.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/of-sibyls-and-source-film-and-video-screening/
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SUMMARY:Masterclass with Henry Kramer\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Presented in collaboration with Portland Ovations\nJoin Cape Elizabeth native and internationally award winning pianist Henry Kramer for a morning masterclass with students in the Osher School of Music piano program.\n  \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nReserve Your Parking \n  \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/masterclass-with-henry-kramer-piano/
LOCATION:Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture or panel discussion,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Notre Rêve Américain - Movie Showing
DESCRIPTION:The Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine invites you to join us at the university’s Lewiston campus at 51 Westminster St.\,  in room 170 on Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 at 6:00 pm for a showing of the Quebecois film Notre Rêve Américain\, and the signing of our yearly “Fleur de Lis” partnership agreement with the Quebec Delegation in Boston. The event is free and open to the public\, thanks to the generous support of Schooner Estates\, TV5MONDE\, The Quebec Delegation in Boston\, the Hilton Garden Inn\, Auburn Riverwatch\, and Severin and Cynthia Beliveau. \nNotre Rêve Américain follows rapper Biz and globe-trotter Jean-Michel Dufaux as they follow in the footsteps of French Canadians who immigrated to America. The movie will be shown in French with English subtitles. \nFor more information or to register to attend this event in-person\, contact the FAC archivist\, Anna Faherty\, at anna.faherty@maine.edu\, or by phone at (207) 753-6545. If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Anna. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/notre-reve-americain-movie-showing/
LOCATION:Franco-American Collection — LAC\, 51 Westminster St\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Birth of a Family - Film Showing
DESCRIPTION:The Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine invites you to join us at the university’s Lewiston campus at 51 Westminster St.\,  in room 170 on Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 at 6:00 pm for a showing of the film Birth of a Family\, and remarks from Marie-Josée Duquette\, Attachée à la Culture et aux Affaires francophones et éducatives with the Quebec Delegation in Boston\, the sponsor of this event. The event is free and open to the public\, thanks to the generous support of Schooner Estates\, TV5MONDE\, The Quebec Delegation in Boston\, the Hilton Garden Inn\, Auburn Riverwatch\, and Severin and Cynthia Beliveau. \nBirth of a Family follows siblings Betty Ann\, Esther\, Rosalie and Ben – four of the 20\,000 Indigenous Canadian children taken from their families between 1955-1985 to be adopted into white families or live in foster care. As the four siblings piece together their shared history\, their connection deepens\, and their family begins to take shape. \nWe had previously advertised another film for 3/25\, but due to a last minute and unforeseen licensing issue\, we were not able to show it. Consequently we have opted to present this very moving documentary about people who were affected by the “60’s Scoop.” If you have seen conflicting advertisements we apologize! \nFor more information or to register to attend this event in-person\, contact the FAC archivist\, Anna Faherty\, at anna.faherty@maine.edu\, or by phone at (207) 753-6545. If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Anna. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/birth-of-a-family-film-showing/
LOCATION:Franco-American Collection — LAC\, 51 Westminster St\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Student Recital Series: Grant Kelly
DESCRIPTION:The Osher School of Music is pleased to present Grant Kelly in his junior piano recital. Grant is the student of Laura Kargul. \nStudent recitals are free and open to the public. \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nReserve Your Parking \n  \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/student-recital-series-grant-kelly/
LOCATION:Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Fantasy & Folklore
DESCRIPTION:This wide-ranging program brings together composers from across the globe\, offering a rich mix of styles\, sounds\, and traditions. Romantic elegance meets modern boldness. Intimate moments sit beside dramatic flair. \nYou’ll hear the lush lyricism of Edvard Grieg and the playful\, folk-inspired writing of Lukas Foss. Margaret Sutherland’s Nocturne offers a quiet\, reflective beauty\, while Fazıl Say’s Black Earth is earthy\, intense\, and deeply expressive. Ellen Taaffe Zwilich’s Fantasy for Solo Violin is daring and virtuosic. And in Chen Yi’s From Old Peking Folklore\, traditional Chinese melodies come alive with color and energy.\nThis is a concert about connection—across cultures\, through time\, and between performer and listener. \nProgram\nSonata No. 3 | Edvard Grieg\nThree American Pieces | Lukas Foss\nNocturne | Margaret Sutherland\nBlack Earth | Fazil Say\nFantasy for Solo Violin | Ellen Taaffe Zwilich\nFrom Old Peking Folklore | Chen Yi \nPerformers\nRobert Lehmann\, violin\nChiharu Naruse\, piano \n  \nTickets go on-sale September 5th. \nTickets available through PortTIX\, the official box office for the Osher School of Music. \nPHONE 207-842-0800\nONLINE www.porttix.com\nIN-PERSON 400 Congress St Suite A\, Portland\, ME 04101 \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/fantasy-folklore/
LOCATION:Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Pop-Up Puppet Theater with Sarah Frechette
DESCRIPTION:Pop-Up Puppet Theater—Fold\, Pull\, Pop & Perform with Sarah Frechette\nDate: Saturday\, March 28\, 2026\nTime: 9 AM – 4 PM  (with an hour lunch break; please bring your own lunch or available to purchase at the USM Cafeteria)\nLocation: KCC’83CBA Book Arts Studio\, Studio160\, Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St. Portland\, ME 04103\nWorkshop Fee: $80  (price includes materials and one ticket to Sarah Frechette’s performance at Mayo Street Arts on Friday\, 3/27)\nMaximum Enrollment: 15 (middle school ages and Above) \n\nABOUT THE WORKSHOP:\nIn this full-day workshop\, participants will learn how to incorporate various mechanisms and rigging points into paper pop-ups to turn them into animatable or puppeteer-able\, hand-held (also known as: direct contact)\, and/or table-top puppets. \nInstructor\, Sarah Frechette\, will also demonstrate how to direct intention\, concentration\, and energy from within oneself\, down the arms\, into the hands\, and through a paper puppet to give it its own independent focus and breath – the two elements that give any object life. \nParticipants will experiment with one of the following: immersive experience\, forced perspective\, or symbolism—to recreate a moment in the form of a short story\, knowing that each of these provides different information that shapes and directly influences how their story or memory unfolds. \nFinally\, participants will present their projects to each other. For some\, this will be a new challenge and like stepping outside their comfort zone; however\, everyone should feel supported during this brave step so it feels both personally and creatively fulfilling\, as well as productive. Each artist needs to gather information individually to continue developing their puppet pieces and to feel empowered outside the classroom. \n\nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:\nSarah Frechette is an award winning puppetry artist\, teaching artist and stop-motion animation fabricator. As art director for PuppetKabob\, she produces original programs\, tours internationally and received the prestigious UNIMA-USA citation of excellence for her Vermont based solo show “The Snowflake Man”. Sarah is also a Vermont Arts Council Teaching Artist creating unique theater experiences for all ages. \nStudied from 2002 to 2009 with Legendary German Puppeteer Albrecht Roser absorbing his theories on zen and the art of puppetry. Sarah has exhibited at the Shelburne Museum and is currently on exhibit at the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry. Co-producer and host of Vermont’s first and phinest Creemee Dreemee Puppet Slam which swirls forth the underground to the avant-garde. In addition to her personal puppet practice Sarah has worked in stop-motion animation building miniature costumes and large-scale puppets for such films as LAIKA’s “ParaNorman”\, and Netflix’s “Wendell & Wild”. \nSarah has been Guest Artist at the University of Connecticut\, MECCA+D\, Willamette University; and has led the Marionette Performance strand at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center National Puppetry Conference. \n\nPARKING DETAILS:\nParking is available in our University of Southern Maine Portland Garages 1 and 2\, or in Parking Lot P6\, at a rate of $4.15 per hour. You may reserve your parking ahead of time via the USM Parking Interface. Additionally\, the Portland METRO Husky Bus and the METRO #4 pickup/drop-off about a three-minute walk from the Crewe Center for the Arts. An updated bus schedule can be found on the METRO website and bus fair is $2 each way.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/workshop-pop-up-puppet-theater-with-sarah-frechette/
LOCATION:Book Arts Studio — Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Conference or workshop,Professional development,Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Student Recital Series: Jack Lee & Edward Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:The Osher School of Music is pleased to present Jack Lee in his junior trumpet recital\, and Ed Mitchell in his senior trumpet recital. Both are students of Ryan Noe and Jim Clark. \nStudent recitals are free and open to the public. \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nReserve Your Parking \n  \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/student-recital-series-jack-lee-edward-mitchell/
LOCATION:Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Student Recital Series: Chris Caliskan & Eyezaya Mcfetridge
DESCRIPTION:The Osher School of Music is pleased to present Chris Caliskan and Eyezaya Mcfetridge in their senior classical performance recital. Chris is the student of Aaron Henry and Christopher Forbes. Eyezaya is the student of Chris Oberholtzer and Brian Diehl. \nStudent recitals are free and open to the public. \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nReserve Your Parking \n  \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/student-recital-series-chris-caliskan-eyezaya-mcfetridge/
LOCATION:Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Honors Recital
DESCRIPTION:The annual Honors Recital showcases the School of Music’s most accomplished undergraduate soloists and composers\, who are selected by audition before an outside jury of professional musicians. The names of the winners will be engraved on the permanent plaque hanging in that lists all Honors Recitalists since the inception of the event in 1978. \nThis year’s winners are: \nKaroline Brechter\, voice\nAberdeen Brickett\, voice\nChris Caliskan\, saxophone\nKaelan Gildart\, voice\nHeitor Mantovani-Ferreira\, viola\nLogan Peters\, piano\nMackenzie Renner\, piano\nJared Vigue\, voice\n\n\nJoin us for a post-performance reception.\n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/2026-annual-honors-recital/
LOCATION:Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T203000
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SUMMARY:Student Recital Series: Ziggy Merrill
DESCRIPTION:The Osher School of Music is pleased to present Ziggy Merrill in their senior composition recital. Ziggy is the student of Hans Indigo Spencer. \nStudent recitals are free and open to the public. \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nReserve Your Parking \n  \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/student-recital-series-ziggy-merrill/
LOCATION:Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: Belfast\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:How do we come to know a place?\nHow are we shaped by its land\, economy\, politics\, and culture?\nFilm still from “Belfast\, Maine” (1999)\nJoin us for a screening of Belfast\, Maine (1999)\, directed by the late acclaimed documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman.\nBelfast is a meditative series of observations of the mundane\, capturing a portrait of the small coastal town in 1996. By following Wiseman and his camera through factories\, the woods\, the town\, and out to sea\, we glimpse a community working\, relating\, and navigating their day-to-day. Wiseman helps us see the rhythms of life and what they can teach us. You can read more about the film in this New York Times review by Stephen Holden.\n—\nThe film is 248 minutes but can be watched as vignettes. We welcome but don’t expect you to stay the whole time! We will have the doors open and the film playing. Feel free to come by whenever you’re done class or work\, for 10 minutes or an hour\, or make an afternoon of it with us. We will have snacks and chairs. You are welcome to bring blankets\, pillows\, and anything else you need to feel comfortable.\n—\nThe screening will take place in the McGoldrick Salons (2nd floor) and is free and open to the public.\n\nPlease RSVP\, ask questions\, and request accommodations using the form linked below.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/film-screening-belfast-maine/
LOCATION:McGoldrick Center for Career & Student Success\, 35 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours w/ Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun
DESCRIPTION:Peter Bruun\, Together (detail\, one of 27 panels)\, 2022-2023. Oil on gessoed panel\, 12 x 18 in.\nThe University of Southern Maine Art Department is excited to welcome Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. \nWorking under the aegis of Bruun Studios\, Peter Bruun is an artist\, writer\, curator\, and cultural organizer whose work spans painting\, drawing\, publishing\, and community-based art. For more than 30 years\, his studio practice has fueled projects that bring art into conversation with social justice\, collaboration\, and collective care—ranging from exhibitions and public programs to experimental publications and artist-led organizations. \nAs part of his residency\, Peter will host open Office Hours in his Academy Building studio throughout the spring semester. Students are encouraged to stop by to talk about artwork\, creative process\, career paths\, organizing\, or anything else on your mind. Whether you’re looking for feedback\, conversation\, or just curious to see how an artist works\, walk-ins are welcome. \nOffice Hours \n\nWednesdays\, February 18 –  April 30\, 4:15 – 6 pm\nFridays\, February 13 – May 1st\, 9 am – noon\nNo hours during Spring Break (March 18 & 20)\nOpen to all students\nAcademy Building\, 1st Floor (100 College Ave. Gorham campus)\n\nCome by\, ask questions\, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with a visiting artist working at the intersection of art\, ideas\, and community.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/office-hours-w-artist-in-residence-peter-bruun-2/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Academy Building\, 100 School St\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Professional development,Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
CREATED:20250917T161343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T140953Z
UID:10032395-1775156400-1775165400@usm.maine.edu
SUMMARY:Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret \nPresented in collaboration with the Osher School of Music\nBased on the play by John Van Druten and Stories by Christopher Isherwood\nBook by Joe Masteroff\, Music by John Kander\, Lyrics by Fred Ebb\nDirected by Danny Hutchins\nMusical Direction by Edward Reichert\nChoreography by Vanessa Beyland \nApril 2-12\, 2026 \nIn a Berlin nightclub\, as the 1920s draw to a close\, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary\, Cabaret explores the dark\, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates.  Daring\, provocative\, and exuberantly entertaining\, Cabaret explores essential and timely themes as the audience watches the joyful and beautiful world of Bohemian Berlin slowly yield to the emerging Third Reich. \nShow length: 2 hours\, 45 minutes \nBest for grades 6 and up. \nContent Advisory: Cabaret explores sensitive themes\, including anti-Semitism\, Nazi-ism\, racism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, sexism\, abortion\, and sexual content. This production includes depictions of domestic violence\, physical violence\, and Nazi and Holocaust imagery. 
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/cabaret/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Russell Hall\, 24 University Way\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janice Gardner":MAILTO:janice.gardner@maine.edu
GEO:43.681409441295;-70.447751990165
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
CREATED:20260204T204706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T204706Z
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SUMMARY:Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Presented in collaboration with the Osher School of Music\nBased on the play by John Van Druten and Stories by Christopher Isherwood\nBook by Joe Masteroff\, Music by John Kander\, Lyrics by Fred Ebb\nDirected by Danny Hutchins\nMusical Direction by Edward Reichert\nChoreography by Vanessa Beyland \nApril 2-12\, 2026 \nIn a Berlin nightclub\, as the 1920s draw to a close\, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary\, Cabaret explores the dark\, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Cliff\, a young American writer newly arrived in Berlin\, is immediately taken with English singer Sally Bowles. Meanwhile\, Fräulein Schneider\, proprietor of Cliff and Sally’s boarding house\, tentatively begins a romance with Herr Schultz\, a mild-mannered fruit seller who happens to be Jewish. Daring\, provocative\, and exuberantly entertaining. \nContent Advisory: \nCabaret explores sensitive themes\, including anti-Semitism\, Nazi-ism\, racism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, sexism\, abortion\, and sexual content. This production includes depictions of domestic violence\, physical violence\, and Nazi and Holocaust imagery.  \nGrades 6 and up  \n 
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/cabaret-2/
LOCATION:Russell Hall\, 24 University Way\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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GEO:43.681409441295;-70.447751990165
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154821Z
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SUMMARY:Student Recital Series: Jacob R. Miller
DESCRIPTION:The Osher School of Music is pleased to present Jacob Miller in his senior composition recital. Jacob is the student of Hans Indigo Spencer and Mary Bastoni. \nStudent recitals are free and open to the public. \n\nEvent Details\nParking\nDue to limited resources\, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. \nFor easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts\, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center)\, Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building). \nReserve Your Parking \n  \nDisability Access and Accommodations\nIf you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters\, materials in electronic format\, etc.)\, please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process. \n\nSubscribe to our patron newsletter to stay up-to-date on all Osher School of Music events. \nJoin the Osher School of Music as a volunteer usher.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/student-recital-series-jacob-miller/
LOCATION:Crewe Center for the Arts\, 111 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music Box Office":MAILTO:usm.music@maine.edu
GEO:43.6614305;-70.2769249
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
CREATED:20260217T184356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T140030Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours w/ Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun
DESCRIPTION:Peter Bruun\, Together (detail\, one of 27 panels)\, 2022-2023. Oil on gessoed panel\, 12 x 18 in.\nThe University of Southern Maine Art Department is excited to welcome Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. \nWorking under the aegis of Bruun Studios\, Peter Bruun is an artist\, writer\, curator\, and cultural organizer whose work spans painting\, drawing\, publishing\, and community-based art. For more than 30 years\, his studio practice has fueled projects that bring art into conversation with social justice\, collaboration\, and collective care—ranging from exhibitions and public programs to experimental publications and artist-led organizations. \nAs part of his residency\, Peter will host open Office Hours in his Academy Building studio throughout the spring semester. Students are encouraged to stop by to talk about artwork\, creative process\, career paths\, organizing\, or anything else on your mind. Whether you’re looking for feedback\, conversation\, or just curious to see how an artist works\, walk-ins are welcome. \nOffice Hours \n\nWednesdays\, February 18 –  April 30\, 4:15 – 6 pm\nFridays\, February 13 – May 1st\, 9 am – noon\nNo hours during Spring Break (March 18 & 20)\nOpen to all students\nAcademy Building\, 1st Floor (100 College Ave. Gorham campus)\n\nCome by\, ask questions\, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with a visiting artist working at the intersection of art\, ideas\, and community.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/office-hours-w-artist-in-residence-peter-bruun-2/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Academy Building\, 100 School St\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Professional development,Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
CREATED:20250917T161343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T140953Z
UID:10032398-1775242800-1775251800@usm.maine.edu
SUMMARY:Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret \nPresented in collaboration with the Osher School of Music\nBased on the play by John Van Druten and Stories by Christopher Isherwood\nBook by Joe Masteroff\, Music by John Kander\, Lyrics by Fred Ebb\nDirected by Danny Hutchins\nMusical Direction by Edward Reichert\nChoreography by Vanessa Beyland \nApril 2-12\, 2026 \nIn a Berlin nightclub\, as the 1920s draw to a close\, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary\, Cabaret explores the dark\, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates.  Daring\, provocative\, and exuberantly entertaining\, Cabaret explores essential and timely themes as the audience watches the joyful and beautiful world of Bohemian Berlin slowly yield to the emerging Third Reich. \nShow length: 2 hours\, 45 minutes \nBest for grades 6 and up. \nContent Advisory: Cabaret explores sensitive themes\, including anti-Semitism\, Nazi-ism\, racism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, sexism\, abortion\, and sexual content. This production includes depictions of domestic violence\, physical violence\, and Nazi and Holocaust imagery. 
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/cabaret/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Russell Hall\, 24 University Way\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janice Gardner":MAILTO:janice.gardner@maine.edu
GEO:43.681409441295;-70.447751990165
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T140953Z
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SUMMARY:Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret \nPresented in collaboration with the Osher School of Music\nBased on the play by John Van Druten and Stories by Christopher Isherwood\nBook by Joe Masteroff\, Music by John Kander\, Lyrics by Fred Ebb\nDirected by Danny Hutchins\nMusical Direction by Edward Reichert\nChoreography by Vanessa Beyland \nApril 2-12\, 2026 \nIn a Berlin nightclub\, as the 1920s draw to a close\, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary\, Cabaret explores the dark\, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates.  Daring\, provocative\, and exuberantly entertaining\, Cabaret explores essential and timely themes as the audience watches the joyful and beautiful world of Bohemian Berlin slowly yield to the emerging Third Reich. \nShow length: 2 hours\, 45 minutes \nBest for grades 6 and up. \nContent Advisory: Cabaret explores sensitive themes\, including anti-Semitism\, Nazi-ism\, racism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, sexism\, abortion\, and sexual content. This production includes depictions of domestic violence\, physical violence\, and Nazi and Holocaust imagery. 
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/cabaret/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Russell Hall\, 24 University Way\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T123000
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CREATED:20250917T161343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T140953Z
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SUMMARY:Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret \nPresented in collaboration with the Osher School of Music\nBased on the play by John Van Druten and Stories by Christopher Isherwood\nBook by Joe Masteroff\, Music by John Kander\, Lyrics by Fred Ebb\nDirected by Danny Hutchins\nMusical Direction by Edward Reichert\nChoreography by Vanessa Beyland \nApril 2-12\, 2026 \nIn a Berlin nightclub\, as the 1920s draw to a close\, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary\, Cabaret explores the dark\, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates.  Daring\, provocative\, and exuberantly entertaining\, Cabaret explores essential and timely themes as the audience watches the joyful and beautiful world of Bohemian Berlin slowly yield to the emerging Third Reich. \nShow length: 2 hours\, 45 minutes \nBest for grades 6 and up. \nContent Advisory: Cabaret explores sensitive themes\, including anti-Semitism\, Nazi-ism\, racism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, sexism\, abortion\, and sexual content. This production includes depictions of domestic violence\, physical violence\, and Nazi and Holocaust imagery. 
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/cabaret/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Russell Hall\, 24 University Way\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T140030Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours w/ Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun
DESCRIPTION:Peter Bruun\, Together (detail\, one of 27 panels)\, 2022-2023. Oil on gessoed panel\, 12 x 18 in.\nThe University of Southern Maine Art Department is excited to welcome Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. \nWorking under the aegis of Bruun Studios\, Peter Bruun is an artist\, writer\, curator\, and cultural organizer whose work spans painting\, drawing\, publishing\, and community-based art. For more than 30 years\, his studio practice has fueled projects that bring art into conversation with social justice\, collaboration\, and collective care—ranging from exhibitions and public programs to experimental publications and artist-led organizations. \nAs part of his residency\, Peter will host open Office Hours in his Academy Building studio throughout the spring semester. Students are encouraged to stop by to talk about artwork\, creative process\, career paths\, organizing\, or anything else on your mind. Whether you’re looking for feedback\, conversation\, or just curious to see how an artist works\, walk-ins are welcome. \nOffice Hours \n\nWednesdays\, February 18 –  April 30\, 4:15 – 6 pm\nFridays\, February 13 – May 1st\, 9 am – noon\nNo hours during Spring Break (March 18 & 20)\nOpen to all students\nAcademy Building\, 1st Floor (100 College Ave. Gorham campus)\n\nCome by\, ask questions\, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with a visiting artist working at the intersection of art\, ideas\, and community.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/office-hours-w-artist-in-residence-peter-bruun-2/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Academy Building\, 100 School St\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Professional development,Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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GEO:43.682358433577;-70.44528291715
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
CREATED:20260316T175525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T152117Z
UID:10034598-1775755800-1775763000@usm.maine.edu
SUMMARY:2026 BFA/BA Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening of the 2026 Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Arts exhibition. \nFeaturing work by: \n\nAdalei Brooks | BA in Art & Entrepreneurial Studies with a Concentration in Photography and Digtal Art & Design\nAbby Lemieux | BFA in Studio Art with a Concentration in Photography and Digital Art & Design\nCrystal Reynolds | BFA in Studio Art with a Concentration in Ceramics\nJacob Singelais | BFA in Studio Art with a Concentration in Photography and Digital Art & Design\nCyrus Smith | BFA in Studio Art with a  Double Concentration in Painting and Drawing and Photography and Digital Art & Design\nOscar Stephan | BA in Studio Art with a Concentration in Painting and Drawing\nHailey Stover | BFA in Studio Art with a Concentration in Painting and Drawing\nTrevor Taylor | BFA in Studio Art with a Concentration in Photography and Digital Art & Design\nKate Upham | BFA in Studio Art with a Concentration in Painting  and Drawing
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/2026-bfa-ba-exhibition-opening/
LOCATION:Art Gallery\, 5 University Way\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Visual and performing arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery":MAILTO:usmartgalleries@maine.edu
GEO:43.679820522387;-70.447368664418
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
CREATED:20250917T161343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T140953Z
UID:10032407-1775761200-1775770200@usm.maine.edu
SUMMARY:Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret \nPresented in collaboration with the Osher School of Music\nBased on the play by John Van Druten and Stories by Christopher Isherwood\nBook by Joe Masteroff\, Music by John Kander\, Lyrics by Fred Ebb\nDirected by Danny Hutchins\nMusical Direction by Edward Reichert\nChoreography by Vanessa Beyland \nApril 2-12\, 2026 \nIn a Berlin nightclub\, as the 1920s draw to a close\, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary\, Cabaret explores the dark\, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates.  Daring\, provocative\, and exuberantly entertaining\, Cabaret explores essential and timely themes as the audience watches the joyful and beautiful world of Bohemian Berlin slowly yield to the emerging Third Reich. \nShow length: 2 hours\, 45 minutes \nBest for grades 6 and up. \nContent Advisory: Cabaret explores sensitive themes\, including anti-Semitism\, Nazi-ism\, racism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, sexism\, abortion\, and sexual content. This production includes depictions of domestic violence\, physical violence\, and Nazi and Holocaust imagery. 
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/cabaret/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Russell Hall\, 24 University Way\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual and performing arts
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T015628
CREATED:20260217T184356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T140030Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours w/ Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun
DESCRIPTION:Peter Bruun\, Together (detail\, one of 27 panels)\, 2022-2023. Oil on gessoed panel\, 12 x 18 in.\nThe University of Southern Maine Art Department is excited to welcome Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. \nWorking under the aegis of Bruun Studios\, Peter Bruun is an artist\, writer\, curator\, and cultural organizer whose work spans painting\, drawing\, publishing\, and community-based art. For more than 30 years\, his studio practice has fueled projects that bring art into conversation with social justice\, collaboration\, and collective care—ranging from exhibitions and public programs to experimental publications and artist-led organizations. \nAs part of his residency\, Peter will host open Office Hours in his Academy Building studio throughout the spring semester. Students are encouraged to stop by to talk about artwork\, creative process\, career paths\, organizing\, or anything else on your mind. Whether you’re looking for feedback\, conversation\, or just curious to see how an artist works\, walk-ins are welcome. \nOffice Hours \n\nWednesdays\, February 18 –  April 30\, 4:15 – 6 pm\nFridays\, February 13 – May 1st\, 9 am – noon\nNo hours during Spring Break (March 18 & 20)\nOpen to all students\nAcademy Building\, 1st Floor (100 College Ave. Gorham campus)\n\nCome by\, ask questions\, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with a visiting artist working at the intersection of art\, ideas\, and community.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/office-hours-w-artist-in-residence-peter-bruun-2/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:Academy Building\, 100 School St\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Professional development,Student activities,Visual and performing arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kat Zagaria Buckley":MAILTO:kat.z.buckley@maine.edu
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