‘Finding Maine: The Wyeth Family of Artists’
10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Through Dec. 31. Farnsworth Museum, 16 Museum St., Rockland, $20, $18 seniors, $10 students 17 and older, free for 16 and under and Rockland residents. farnsworthmuseum.org.
“Finding Maine: The Wyeth Family of Artists” centers the connection between the Wyeth family and Maine’s extraordinary landscape. You’ll see artwork from Wyeth family artists that were created over a century, all inspired by their lives in Maine, particularly the Midcoast region. Featured paintings date from the 1930s into the 21st century and include images of Port Clyde and the villages of the St. George and Cushing peninsulas, along with nearby islands. The exhibit also includes portraits of family and friends.
‘Tootsie’
Performances run through July 12. Pickard Theatre at Bowdoin College, 1 Bath Road, Brunswick, $97-$158. msmt.org.
Even if you haven’t seen the hilarious 1982 film “Tootsie,” starring Dustin Hoffman, you’ll enjoy the musical version at the Maine State Music Theatre starring Dan DeLuca in the role of desperate actor Michael Dorsey. Dorsey disguises himself as a woman and manages to snag a role in a Broadway show. You’ll laugh yourself silly as identity, gender roles and the complexities of dealing with a personal and professional life are put through the ringer. Songs include “I Like What She’s Doing,” “Jeff Sums It Up” and “Talk to me Dorothy,” among many others.
Dispatch
7 p.m. Thursday. Thompson’s Point, Portland, $55 in advance, $60 day of show, $99.50 VIP, kids 3 and under admitted free. statetheatreportland.com.
The concert from folk and roots rock band Dispatch at Thompson’s Point is essentially a mini-festival with three opening acts. Arrive on time to catch sets from Australian singer-songwriter John Butler and band, rock band G. Love & Special Sauce and singer-songwriter/surfer Donavon Frankenreiter. Dispatch released its latest album “Yellow Jacket” earlier this month, including the upbeat, optimistic single “Whisk Me Away.” The band has eight previous albums under its belt already.
‘Red’
7 p.m. Thursday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. Railway Village Town Hall, 586 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay, $25. boothbaysummertheater.com.
Snowlion Repertory Company presents a production of the Tony Award winning play “Red,” about abstract artist Mark Rothko, starring Al D’Andrea as Rothko. Art will be created live onstage as the story unfolds of Rothko’s growing fame clashing with his artistic integrity. His apprentice Ken, played by Tristan Rolfe, is a big part of the story as the two navigate the commission of murals for New York City’s famous restaurant The Four Seasons. The show unpacks a palette of art, emotion and authenticity.
Rockland Makers Market
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Harbor Park, 1 Pleasant St., Rockland. rocklandmakers.me.
The Rockland Makers Market features local creators who will assemble by the water with their wares. It’s an easy and fun way to shop local for a variety of items. Vendors at Saturday’s market include Salt Slip Pottery, The Watercolor Nest, Had Matter and Joolie Joolery, among dozens of others. The market takes place rain or shine, and reusable tote bags are always a good idea. Future makers markets are scheduled for Aug. 16, Sept. 6 and Oct. 4.
