Arts Dispatch Issue 08 (Oct-Dec 2024)

OCT – DEC 2024

A quarterly guide to the arts in Waterville.

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from us The incredible team at Waterville Creates thanks you!

Thank you for attending fantastic community theatre productions, concerts, comedians, and all the offerings on the Waterville Opera House stage. Thank you for joining us for the Maine International Film Festival and exceptional films from around the world at the Maine Film Center. Thank you for visiting our exhibitions and Holiday Bazaar at Ticonic Gallery.

Thank you for taking part in classes in our wonderfully equipped Art of Clay Studio and classroom, and for participating in our plethora of free programs that take place both at our home in the Paul J. Schupf Arts Center and throughout Central Maine.

Thank you for becoming a member, donating, sharing our events on social media, supporting the Youth Arts Access Fund, and volunteering as we pour our efforts into providing exceptional arts experiences in the heart of downtown Waterville. You play a vital role in the success of Waterville Creates as we continue our work of providing a welcoming environment where we offer arts experiences for all and build community.

During the next three months, we are offering a broad range of programs and opportunities across our organization and hope that you will join us.

This fall sees brand new 3D printers and laptops arrive to the Ticonic Classroom, enabling major advances to our 3D printing programs. Visitors of all ages will have ample opportunities to get creative with this exciting technology in the coming months, including a series of classes in October and November.

The Maine Film Center has lined up some real crowd-pleasers with Coraline in the lead-up to Halloween, an all-day Star Wars marathon, and the quintessential New Years Eve movie, When Harry Met Sally… The family-friendly Fireflies film series also returns this fall with some eye-catching titles for kids.

I’m particularly excited for our fourth and final show of the Waterville Opera House’s 2024 theatrical season, The SpongeBob Musical. We close our season with a bang—an all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-out-loud underwater romp. I hope to see you at the Opera House November 22–December 1!

Whether you are coming back for more of something you already love or trying out something new to you, we are here for you and we thank you for being here for us.

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BECOME A MEMBER Waterville Creates members enjoy special benefits at the Maine Film Center, Waterville Opera House, and Ticonic Gallery + Studios.

Member benefits range from discounted admissions and advance ticket purchasing opportunities to free popcorn and merchandise. A selection of gifts from our partners at the Waterville Public Library and the Colby College Museum of Art is offered at all levels.

Every membership directly supports our diverse programming and helps to build a community where all people can enjoy transformative experiences in the arts.

For more information, visit watervillecreates.org/membership or inquire at the Ed Harris Box Office.

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about us ADDRESS

Paul J. Schupf Art Center 93 Main Street Waterville, Maine 04901 207.873.7000

HOURS

Ed Harris Box Office: Open daily, 11am–7pm* Ticonic Gallery: Open daily, 11am–7pm*; closed Tuesdays and federal holidays *Hours may vary for special events

CODE OF CONDUCT

Waterville Creates is committed to ensuring that the Paul J. Schupf Art Center and Waterville Opera House are welcoming places for all. We expect our visitors, volunteers, and staff to recognize and honor one another with dignity and respect. We have a zero tolerance policy regarding any acts of harassment or harmful behavior.

ACCESSIBILITY

All street-level entrances to the Paul J. Schupf Art Center are wheelchair accessible, and the primary box office door, located under the ARTS sign, is equipped with automatic door openers. The Maine Film Center’s screening rooms and the sky bridge to the Waterville Opera House are accessible by elevator. Designated wheelchair seating is available in all three film screening rooms as well as the orchestra level of the Waterville Opera House, and wheelchairs are available upon request at the Ed Harris Box Office.

Assisted listening devices are available at the Maine Film Center and the Waterville Opera House. For more information on accessibility or to request accommodations, please call 207.873.7000 or e-mail access@watervillecreates.org.

YOUTH ARTS ACCESS FUND (YAAF)

Waterville Creates believes that all youth, regardless of income, ability, or background, should have access to outstanding arts opportunities. In an effort to remove cost as a barrier to participation, we have created a dedicated fund to support free admission for youth ages 18 and under to the full range of programming offered by Waterville Creates and its divisions, including art classes and camps, community theatre productions, live music, and film programming. Please visit the Ed Harris Box Office or call 207.873.7000 to access YAAF funds.

PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY

Photographic, video, audio, and other recordings may be captured by Waterville Creates at its events and venues, including the Maine Film Center, Waterville Opera House, and Ticonic Gallery + Studios. This media may be used for marketing purposes in print, web, and social media marketing, as well as in third-party publications. Your presence at Waterville Creates events and venues constitutes your consent to being included in such media recordings.

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VALUES COMMUNITY

We are building a thriving, connected, and equitable community through shared experiences in the arts. By presenting arts programming by, with, and for our community, we promote growth and well-being.

CREATIVITY

We recognize the vital role creative expression plays in a fulfilled life and a vibrant community, nurture individual artistic endeavors at all levels, and encourage all creative outlets.

COLLABORATION

We connect and work with creatives, arts and cultural organizations, and other strategic partners to energize and enrich our community through the arts.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY + INCLUSION

We honor and celebrate the array of identities in our local community and broader communities, including those that are not part of the predominant culture. We hold space on our stage, our screens, and our gallery walls, in our studios, and at our community events and programs to present diverse stories, identities, and lived experiences in real and authentic ways.

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“ Waterville Creates is a wonderful outlet and has a great atmosphere.”

events WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING WORKSHOPS October 4, 5pm + 6pm; Free, Pre-Registration Required Castonguay Square Join Sayon Camara of Guinea for a beginner’s lesson in the drumming and songs of the Malinke people. All levels welcome, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

WATERVILLE MOVES Saturdays, October 12 + 26, November 9 + 23, December 7 + 21; Free Greene Block + Studios Parent + Child (Ages 4 + Under) 9:30–10:15am, All Ages 10:30–11:30am Waterville Moves is a bi-weekly, drop-in community movement class with Matthew Cumbie and Jenny Ngidi-Brown designed for people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities.

CELEBRATE SUKKOT! October 16–23 Castonguay Square Join the Center for Small Town Jewish Life and Beth Israel Synagogue for a week-long celebration of Sukkot. Experience the joy of this festival under a beautifully decorated sukkah (an open-air tent), where daily art and food activities will bring our community together.

UPCYCLED PLASTIC ART WORKSHOPS October 19 + November 9, 10am–12pm (All Ages) + 1–4pm (Adults) Dive into this subaquatic workshop with artist Kim Bernard, where we’ll transform recycled plastic into vibrant ocean plants and animals for the set of The SpongeBob Musical. We’ll be upcycling, using all kinds of plastic, a shredder, and a plastic extruder to conjure up some marine magic. Your contribution will help bring the underwater world of SpongeBob to life! In November we may be installing the art on the Opera House stage!

A NIGHTMARE ON MAIN STREET: A HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT EXTRAVAGANZA Saturday October 26, All Day Downtown Main Street, Waterville Movies, pumpkin carving, witch dances, a window display competition, and more!

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FIRST FRIDAYS October 4, November 1, December 6, 5–7pm; Free Various times + locations First Fridays celebrate the vibrant creativity in Waterville through a wide array of arts experiences. Visit downtown Waterville to meet artists, see performances, listen to live music, eat delicious food, shop at local businesses, enjoy the arts, and come together as a community.

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Opening Reception for the Holiday Bazaar West African Drumming Workshops with Sayon Camara

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Community Maker Day Magic Rocks! at Waterville Opera House

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JOY TO THE VILLE Saturday, December 14, 10am–4pm; Free Downtown Waterville, multiple locations Embrace the holiday and winter spirit at the seventh annual Joy to the Ville community celebration! Join Waterville Creates, the Colby College Museum of Art, the Waterville Public Library, and the Children’s Discovery Museum, as we celebrate the magic of the season with movies, art making, play, and more! All activities are free and open to all.

LIGHT SENTINELS July 12–December 31, 2024 Castonguay Square Light Sentinels, crafted by the Australia-based creative team Skunk Control, consists of 10 towering (16–20 feet) kinetic flower-based sculptures. These sculptures captivate viewers by dynamically unfurling and closing their petals, projecting vibrant and continually evolving colored light shadows over the surrounding landscape. Skunk Control is the 2024 award recipient for Waterville Creates’ Call for Proposals (CFP) for Temporary Public Art. Presented with major support from the Harold Alfond Foundation. Additional support is provided by PRO Moving Service and the City of Waterville.

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events BOB MARLEY Saturday, October 5, 5pm + 8pm; $43.50 Back by popular demand! Maine’s own funny man, Bob Marley, has appeared in over 100 TV shows, including Leno, Letterman, Conan, Jimmy Fallon, Craig Ferguson, and Comedy Central.

FIVE FOR FIGHTING WITH STRING QUARTET Sunday, October 6, 8pm; $39–$49 John Ondrasik is the songwriter and performer known as the platinumselling, Grammy-nominated Five for Fighting. In the two decades since his first major single, “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” hit the stratosphere, the artist has both evolved and come back ’round full circle.

CIRQUE KALABANTÉ Friday, October 18, 7:30pm; $49–$59 Inspired by daily life in Guinea, this performance shares the beauty, youth, and artistry of African culture. A colorful show beyond its scenery, costumes, and staging, it makes any theatre vibrate with energy and represents the strength, agility, and life’s joys of young Africans.

LET’S SING TAYLOR Saturday, October 26, 7pm; $40–$50 Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and lively covers of Taylor’s expansive catalog.

MAGIC ROCKS! Friday, November 1, 7:30pm; $39–$49 Illusionist Leon Etienne rocks venues around the world with his jawdropping, critically acclaimed hit show, Magic Rocks! Witness this familyfriendly spectacular featuring the world’s best illusions, award-winning sleight of hand, and hilarious comedy.

ELVIS COSTELLO + THE IMPOSTERS Sunday, November 10, 8pm; $139; SOLD OUT Two-time Grammy Award winner and member of both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Elvis Costello is known for his classic hits, “Alison,” “Veronica,” “Watching the Detectives,” and countless more.

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THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL November 22, 23, 29 at 7:30pm + November 24, 30, December 1 at 2pm $34–$36 When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save their undersea world. Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

COLIN + BRAD Friday, December 6 + Saturday, December 7 at 8pm; $59–$79 Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV’s Whose Line Is It Anyway?, take the stage in an uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble.

THE NUTCRACKER December 13, 14 at 7pm + December 14, 15 at 2pm; $34–$39 Experience the magic of the holiday season with Bossov Ballet Theatre’s rendition of The Nutcracker. As a cornerstone of Maine’s holiday celebrations, this production promises a memorable night for audiences, with every detail designed to captivate and inspire.

TOMMY DORSEY ORCHESTRA Thursday, December 19, 7:30pm; $44–$54 Celebrate the festive season with beloved classics from the timeless Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. Tommy Dorsey was an extremely successful bandleader from the 1930s until his untimely passing in 1956. He had a string of hit records including Opus One, Marie, and Song of India.

CHRISTMAS WITH THE CELTS Monday, December 23, 7pm; $39–$49 Top Irish musicians have united with the finest Nashville players to create the new sound and energy of the Celts, performing a fresh hybrid of Irish Americana that combines their own rootsy originals and tight vocal harmonies with fiery Irish Trad instrumentals.

SCHOOL SHOWS SCHOOL SHOW: ROMEO + JULIET Wednesday, October 16, 9:30am Shakespeare’s tragedy follows the young, ill-fated couple, who unite only four brief times, yet engage in what is arguably the greatest love story ever.

SCHOOL SHOW: ELEPHANT + PIGGIE’S “WE ARE IN A PLAY!” Monday, November 4, 9:30am + 12pm Spend time with the quintessential Best Friends Forever as they prove that opposites not only attract, but can get together and put on a really great show.

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exhibitions + events HOLIDAY BAZAAR October 4, 2024–January 27, 2025 Preview for WC members October 2, 5–6pm Reception October 4, 5–7pm Ticonic Gallery Waterville Creates and Ticonic Gallery are pleased to announce the return of this beloved handmade marketplace to downtown Waterville, featuring the talents of Maine makers across various media, offering a community space for artists to showcase and sell their creations. Thank you to our sponsors: Kennebec Savings Bank, Morning Sentinel/Kennebec Journal, City of Waterville, and Back Office Solutions.

COMMUNITY MAKER DAYS Join local artists as we kick off a new series of workshops at Community Maker Days! These fun and engaging events offer makers of all ages the chance to explore their creativity and craft something special. From clay to felting, leather to bookmaking, Community Maker Days are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the joy of creating. Save these dates and check our website for complete information!

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PART OF FIRST FRIDAY Friday, November 1, 5–7pm

PART OF JOY TO THE VILLE Saturday, December 14, 12–2pm

COMMUNITY DRAW (AGES 16+) October 9, November 13, December 11, 2024, 6–8pm; $11 Seasoned and aspiring artists are invited to participate in this costumed figure drawing program to hone their skills in a supportive environment. Participants bring their media of choice; Ticonic provides the chairs, model, and camaraderie. December 11 is free for Waterville Creates members!

AFTER SCHOOL ART CLUB October 3, 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14, 21, December 5, 3–5pm $15 per session Kids ages 8–12 take a deep dive into art in these exciting and engaging after school art sessions. Young makers and creators will learn about clay, 3D printing, and more! (WC follows the Waterville Public Schools’ weather cancellation policy.)

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3D PRINTING FOR BEGINNERS October 1, 8, 15, 22, 5–7pm; $130; Ages 12+ 3D Printing is back and better than ever! With brand new printers and laptops, now is the best time to explore the world of 3D printing. This four-week class will show you step-by-step how the entire 3D printing process works. Ages 12–15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

INTERMEDIATE 3D PRINTING November 5, 12, 19, 26, 5–7pm; $130; Ages 12+ In this four-week class, beginners reach the next level, with the focus on creating original designs using the free, web-based program Tinkercad.

3D Printing for Beginners or prior experience operating a 3D printer recommended. Ages 12–15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

TEEN CLAY CLUB October 9 + 23, 3–5pm, $50 November 6 + 20, 3–5pm, $50 December 4 + 18, 3–5pm, $50 In this bi-monthly exploration of clay, teens ages 13–16 will learn about hand-building, glazing, surface design, and more. Each young artist will be encouraged to independently find their own unique approach to clay in a supportive environment.

INTERMEDIATE CLAY: WHEEL-THROWING October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 5:30–7:30pm; $195; Ages 16+ Join instructor Misha Oraa Ali for this six-week course focusing on intermediate wheel-throwing techniques. This is a perfect class for someone who has taken a beginning wheel-throwing class and wants to build on their knowledge. All materials are included. Each student can access the studio during open studio times, in addition to class time.

HAND-BUILT PLATTERS December 6 + 20, 5:30–7:30pm; $80; Ages 16+ In this two-part class instructor Pam Wilcox will lead participants in creating a slab-built platter, adding surface decoration with texture tools, stamps, and glaze. First-time clay artists will be given individual attention, while more experienced artists may work at their desired pace. No prior experience required. All materials are included. Artwork will be available to pick up two weeks after class is completed.

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CORALINE October 26, 12pm | 2009 | 100 minutes | PG After moving to the Pink Palace apartments, dejected 11-year-old Coraline discovers a hidden door that leads to the Other World, where she encounters doppelgängers of everyone she knows, identical to their real-world counterparts except for the fact that they actually want to spend time with Coraline—and, of course, the giant buttons they have for eyes. Coraline soon begins to suspect that things aren’t quite what they seem, and the Other Mother may have sinister plans.

STAR WARS: THE ORIGINAL TRILOGY October 27, 12pm | PG “Do or do not. There is no try.” Relive the classic space opera trilogy that redefined science fiction with our all-day marathon! From the Mos Eisley Cantina to the winding halls of the Death Star, through the frozen tundras of Hoth to the forests of Endor, join Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and the rest of the Rebel Alliance as they battle against the might of the Empire. Dressing as your favorite Star Wars character will get you one free small popcorn.

WHEN HARRY MET SALLY… December 31, 7pm | 1989 | 95 minutes | R | free for members Two strangers, Harry Burns and Sally Albright (Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan), share a ride to New York City, along the way having an argument over whether or not a man and woman can be friends without romantic attraction. In the end they agree never to see each other again, but soon enough find themselves continuously crossing paths. As time passes a friendship develops— but is it strictly platonic? Ring in the New Year with this timeless rom-com perfect for friends, lovers, and everything in between.

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PRIMA FACIE October 12, 12pm | 125 minutes | R Jodie Comer’s (Killing Eve) Olivier and Tony Award-winning performance in Suzie Miller’s gripping one-woman play returns to cinemas. Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working class origins to be at the top of her game, defending, cross-examining, and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof, and morals diverge. Prima Facie takes us to the heart of where emotion and experience collide with the rules of the game. Justin Martin directs this solo tour de force, captured live in 2022 during a sold out run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End.

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MET OPERA LIVE Maine Film Center presents the 2024–25 season of Met Opera Live in HD, bringing encore screenings of the Metropolitan Opera to the heart of Waterville.

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LES CONTES D’HOFFMAN (OFFENBACH) October 19

GROUNDED (TESORI) November 2

TOSCA (PUCCINI) December 7

THE MAGIC FLUTE (MOZART) December 21

ART IN THE LOBBY FREDERICK NDABARAMIYE – NEW WORK August 30–December 31, 2024 Maine Film Center Lobby Rwandan artist Frederick Ndabaramiye turned to painting as a path to healing after losing his hands in the violence that followed the 1994 genocide. His art, inspired by his first drawing of a butterfly symbolizing rebirth, reflects his strong belief in the power of faith, hope, and love to overcome adversity. As co-founder of the Ubumwe Community Center, Frederick is dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities by providing them with opportunities for education and personal growth. Frederick shares a powerful message of resilience and hope through his work, inspiring others with his journey from darkness to light.

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partner events COLBY COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART museum.colby.edu SURFACE TENSION: ETCHINGS FROM THE COLLECTION Through January 12, 2025 Including several recent acquisitions, Surface Tension showcases the incredible technical, formal, and conceptual versatility of etching, demonstrating why it holds such extraordinary scientific and artistic distinction within the broader practice of printmaking.

SOME AMERICAN STORIES Opening September 26, 2024 For the first time in more than a decade, each of the Lunder Wing’s galleries will be fully refreshed with new arrangements of the Colby Museum’s American collection. The thematic approach to this major installation, titled Some American Stories, will showcase a variety of artworks, including paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, and works on paper, drawn from the museum’s collection.

COLBY ARTS arts.colby.edu “THE BLACK AZALEAS SONG CYCLE” POST PARDON: THE OPERA IN CONCERT October 5, 7:30–9pm, Free Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts Conducted by Marshunda Smith, the evening performance presents “The Black Azaleas Song Cycle,” which introduces the group of eco-activists at the core of Post Pardon: The Opera. Featuring local vocalists and musicians, as well as Colby students and faculty, the concert brings this new opera’s musical excitement and drama to audiences as a part of the Maine Literary Festival. With music by jazz composer Jessica Jones, the opera draws on African-diasporic spirituality and folklore to tell the story of Willow, a queer Black Azalea confronted with the ghost of her estranged mother. To learn more about the production, visit postdardon.org.

BREAK, BURN, BUILD November 14 + 15, 7:30pm; November 16, 2 + 5pm; November 18, 5:30 + 8:30pm; Free Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts This production, comprised of two programs performed in repertory, breaks down familiar patterns and habits, finds the sparks of new ideas, lets them burn, and then builds new work. Pieces include two short plays: Rabbit Rabbit

by Shannon Wade and Nolan Ellsworth, directed by Bess Welden; and What if this were a wedding? by Julia Jennings, directed by Braxton Rae ’20. Other pieces include a new dance choreographed by Matthew Cumbie and Annie Kloppenberg performed by firstyear students and dance pieces choreographed by students in the Applied Choreography course led by Annie Kloppenberg.

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partner events ELM CITY MUSIC SCHOOL elmcitymusic.org MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL November 14–16, 7pm; $5–$10; Trask Auditorium, 1 Brooklyn Ave, Waterville Cady Heron may have grown up on a savanna, but nothing prepared her for her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will she fare against the Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies?

WATERVILLE JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL WINTER CONCERTS Trask Auditorium, Waterville Senior High; 1 Brooklyn Ave, Waterville December 9, 7pm, featuring students in grades 6–8 December 10, 7pm, featuring students in grades 9–12 Winter concerts feature students enrolled in band, chorus, or strings programs. Snow date is December 11. Free and open to the public.

CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM childrensdiscoverymuseum.org MAKE, TAKE AND BAKE APPLE PIES November 26, 4pm; November 27, 11am + 1pm; $15/pie Make your Thanksgiving apple pie with us! Our tried and true recipe is perfect for little bakers. Make the mess with us (we’ll even clean it up!) and then take your pie home to bake and share with your family.

KRINGLEVILLE Every weekend between Thanksgiving + Christmas Castonguay Square, Downtown Waterville; Free Visit with Santa and get your picture taken in his Christmas cabin in downtown Waterville!

ROYAL WINTER BALL December 7, 6–8pm; $15 Dress in your best royal attire and enjoy snacks, dancing, sing-a-longs, royal arts + crafts, and meet your favorite princes and princesses, dragons, knights, jesters, and more!

WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY watervillelibrary.org NOSH & KNOCK OFF: AN INTERACTIVE MYSTERY EVENT October 26, 2024, 6:30–9pm, $50, Waterville Public Library; Ages 21+ Featuring an original script, Murder at the Epilogue Club, written by local playwright and beloved friend of the Library Emilienne Ouellette, and acted live at the Library! Culinary delights and libations are provided.

Tickets are limited! Contact 207.680.2611 or office@watervillelibrary.org to learn more.

BOOK SALE! November 9–22, First Floor, Waterville Public Library Looking for your next favorite book? Stop by our Book Sale! Featuring a wide selection of books, DVDs, music CDs, and more, there will be something for people of every age! All sales are by donation.

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oct 2024 SUN

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MFC TGS

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Maine Film Center WC Waterville Creates Ticonic Gallery + Studios WOH Waterville Opera House FREE for Members

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FIRST FRIDAY

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Holiday Bazaar 2024 TGS Opens 11AM Reception 5PM

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3D Printing for Beginners 5PM, TGS

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Holiday Bazaar 2024 Member Preview 5–6pm, TGS

09

After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

10

West African Drumming Workshops 5 + 6PM, WC

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Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink (Q+A to follow) 7PM, MFC

15

3D Printing for Beginners 5PM, TGS Fireflies: Castle in the Sky 3PM, MFC

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Intermediate Clay: Wheel-Throwing 5:30PM, TGS

22

Teen Clay Club 3PM, TGS Community Draw 6PM, TGS

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After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

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27

Star Wars: The Original Trilogy 12PM, MFC

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Community Maker Days 10AM, TGS Bob Marley 5 + 8PM, WOH

12

Waterville Moves: All Ages 10:30AM, WC

18

Sukkot Holiday Celebrations Begin

23

Teen Clay Club 3PM, TGS

30

NTL: Prima Facie 12PM, MFC

19

Upcycled Plastic Art 10AM + 1PM, WC

School Show: Romeo & Juliet 9:30AM, WOH After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

24

3D Printing for Beginners 5PM, TGS Intermediate Clay: Wheel-Throwing 5:30PM, TGS

05

Waterville Moves: Parent + Child 9:30AM, WC

3D Printing for Beginners 5PM, TGS

Five for Fighting with String Quartet 8PM, WOH

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After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

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Cirque Kalabanté 7:30PM, WOH

Met Opera: Les Contes D’Hoffman 12:55PM, MFC

25 Waterville 26 Moves: Parent + Child 9:30AM, WC Waterville Moves: All Ages 10:30AM, WC Coraline 12PM, MFC Pumpkin Carving 2PM, WC Let’s Sing Taylor 7PM, WOH

Intermediate Clay: Wheel-Throwing 5:30PM, TGS

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2024 SUN

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nov

THU

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Community Maker Days 5PM, TGS

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10

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School Show: Elephant and Piggie, We Are in a Play!

9:30AM + 12PM, WOH

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05

06

07

Magic Rocks!

7:30PM, WOH

12

02

Met Opera: Grounded 12:55PM, MFC

08 Waterville 09 Moves: Parent + Child 9:30AM, WC

Intermediate 3D Printing 5PM, TGS Intermediate Clay: Wheel-Throwing 5:30PM, TGS

SAT

Waterville Moves: All Ages 10:30AM, WC Teen Clay Club 3PM, TGS

After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

Community Draw 6PM, TGS

After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

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Upcycled Plastic Art 10AM + 1PM, WC

16

Intermediate 3D Printing 5PM, TGS Elvis Costello & The Imposters 8PM, WOH

17

Fireflies: Ernest & Celestine 3PM, MFC

18

Intermediate Clay: Wheel-Throwing 5:30PM, TGS

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22 Waterville 23 Moves: Parent + Child 9:30AM, WC

Intermediate 3D Printing 5PM, TGS

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The SpongeBob Musical 2PM, WOH

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Intermediate Clay: Wheel-Throwing 5:30PM, TGS

26

Intermediate 3D Printing 5PM, TGS

Waterville Moves: All Ages 10:30AM, WC Teen Clay Club 3PM, TGS

27

After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

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The SpongeBob Musical 7:30PM, WOH

The SpongeBob Musical 7:30PM, WOH

The SpongeBob Musical 7:30PM, WOH

The SpongeBob Musical 2PM, WOH

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dec 2024 SUN

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The SpongeBob Musical 2PM, WOH

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Maine Film Center WC Waterville Creates Ticonic Gallery + Studios WOH Waterville Opera House FREE for Members

WED

04

Teen Clay Club 3PM, TGS

11

THU

05

After School Art Club 3PM, TGS

12

FRI

FIRST FRIDAY

06

Hand-Built Platters 5:30 PM, TGS Colin + Brad 8PM, WOH

13

SAT

07

Waterville Moves: Parent + Child 9:30AM, WC Waterville Moves: All Ages 10:30AM, WC Met Opera: Tosca 12:55PM, MFC Colin + Brad 8PM, WOH

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Joy to the Ville 10AM, WC

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Community Draw 6PM, TGS

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Community Maker Days 12PM, TGS

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The Nutcracker 7PM, WOH

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The Nutcracker 2 + 7PM, WOH

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Waterville Moves: Parent + Child 9:30AM, WC Waterville Moves: All Ages 10:30AM, WC The Nutcracker 2PM, WOH

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Christmas with The Celts 7PM, WOH

30

Teen Clay Club 3PM, TGS

25

Tommy Dorsey Orchestra 7:30PM, WOH

26

Hand-Built Platters 5:30PM, TGS

27

Met Opera: The Magic Flute 12:55PM, MFC

28

31 Light Sentinels (Last Day) TGS Frederick Ndabaramiye New Work (Last Day) TGS

Fireflies: The Iron Giant 3pm, MFC

When Harry Met Sally…

7PM, MFC

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What does a “typical” day look like for you?

Every day is different and there are a variety of tasks and responsibilities. Generally a day might include communicating with a tour manager of an upcoming concert and coordinating with personnel for events. Preparing and managing the stage and gear that will be used for each event is always on the agenda. Additional tasks include repairs and maintenance of equipment or the facility. Depending on the type of event in the pipeline I might be in the shop all day assisting with the set build, or painting, or helping to build props. During the events I could be hitting light cues, assisting with stage needs, or most likely running the sound board.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Working in the performing arts is always rewarding! I enjoy collaborating with the artists that perform in this space as well as working with a tight team of dedicated and passionate theatre technicians. Some of my proudest moments are doing the live sound mixing of great bands and feeling I have contributed to the audience’s enjoyment of a fantastic concert. Facilitating the execution of an artist’s vision, be it a musician playing a guitar, or dancer in a recital, or actors in our theatrical productions, is satisfying in many ways.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Nothing compares to a great strike! I love the satisfying reward of tearing stuff down after a successful event and sharing that with the people who made it happen. Also, a perfectly ripe mango purchased from a wheelbarrow seller on a remote beach followed by a salty margarita and fresh aguachiles is true bliss!

Can you recommend a play, musical, or movie experience to our readers?

There is a show for everyone here at the Opera House and MFC. I am really looking forward to Cirque Kalabanté. This promises to be a unique experience.

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