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Show & Tell, being held at the State Theatre, replaces the beloved Glitterati as our primary fundraiser in support of our free writing programs for Maine youth.

Show & Tell, being held at the State Theatre, replaces our beloved Glitterati as our primary fundraiser in support of our free writing programs for Maine youth. The 90-minute literary cabaret will showcase stories across mediums from a variety of storytellers including writer Andre Dubus III, singer-songwriter Josh Ritter,  novelist Paula McClain, and local teen poet Zainab Almatwari. Humorist John Hodgman and hip-hop artist Jean Grae will emcee the evening.

Show & Tell, being held at the State Theatre, replaces the beloved Glitterati as our primary fundraiser in support of our free writing programs for Maine youth.

Show & Tell, being held at the State Theatre, replaces our beloved Glitterati as our primary fundraiser in support of our free writing programs for Maine youth. The 90-minute literary cabaret will showcase stories across mediums from a variety of storytellers including writer Andre Dubus III, singer-songwriter Josh Ritter,  novelist Paula McClain, and local teen poet Zainab Almatwari. Humorist John Hodgman and hip-hop artist Jean Grae will emcee the evening.

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain returns to Ovations after their delightful 2014 debut. Pairing dry humor and irreverence with inventive interpretations of classics—ranging from Tchaikovsky to Nirvana via Otis Redding and Spaghetti Western soundtracks.

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain returns to Ovations after their delightful 2014 debut with their brand new “Heresy II Heritage” Tour. Poking fun at the stiff upper lip of the ensemble’s British roots, it will include music from their recent studio album “By Request: Songs from the Setlist” – a selection of fan favorites including the Beverly Hillbillies theme and ACDC’s “Highway to Hell.”

“New York choreographer Jessica Lang has a knack for conceiving a complete universe in each dance—distinctive in its look and mood, sound and atmosphere…Lang’s visual sense is remarkable.” (LA Times) A prolific choreographer, she creates dazzling works for her own dancers as well as the world’s most celebrated companies.

“New York choreographer Jessica Lang has a knack for conceiving a complete universe in each dance—distinctive in its look and mood, sound and atmosphere…Lang’s visual sense is remarkable.” (LA Times) Simply put, Lang awes audiences by immersing them in the beauty of movement and music.