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Maine Points: Portland Stage / Almost, Maine

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Maine Points: Portland Stage / Almost, Maine

In 1973, a group of actors came together with a shared goal of creating a theater, one that produces compelling plays through artistic collaboration. Along the road together, this artistic journey led to the creation of a non-profit professional theater. The leading professional theater in Northern New England, Portland Stage is committed to creating great art, passionate about using the theater to educate, and dedicated to enriching our community.

Danny speaks with John Cariani is an actor and a playwright. He has appeared on Broadway and Off Broadway, at regional theaters across the country, and in several films and television shows. He’s appearing in Almost, Maine. This production will feature John Cariani on Jan 15th thru Feb 2 and again on Feb 8 & 9 . Dustin Tucker will fill in for John on Feb 5, 6 & 7

This program focuses on the importance of Portland Stage for Maine.

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