In introducing a new version of the 400-year-old book about a very unconventional wedding, writer John Crowley claims this was the first in the genre.
Arts & Entertainment
Arts and entertainment news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Is Amy Schumer’s video a tribute to Beyonce song or a parody?
THe video garnered little negative attention at first, but was greeted with claims of racism when Schumer shared it.
As ‘The Simpsons’ nears a record, there’s no end in sight
One producer says there’s no reason to contemplate a world without Homer et al, and the series has already been renewed for season 28.
Tobey Maguire, Jennifer Meyer ending marriage after 9 years
The couple say their priority remains their two young children.
Chuck Berry, 90, plans first new album in more than 35 years
His son says the songs will ‘cover the spectrum from hard-driving rockers to soulful, thought-provoking time capsules of a life’s work.’
Ben Affleck’s ‘Accountant’ tallies $24.7 million opening
The thriller about an autistic mathematician far-surpasses Warner Bros.’ early predictions for the film.
Carolyn Chute will join Bonnie Jo Campbell at Longfellow Books
The two writers will discuss their work at 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Stephen King to talk about his days as a student in Orono
He’ll also read from ‘Hearts in Suspension’ on Nov. 7 as he marks the 50th anniversary of his enrollment at UMaine.
Maine musicians helping each other onto national stage
Dave Gutter’s album collaboration with Aaron Neville and Lyle Divinsky’s gig as lead singer for funk band The Motet are both recent examples of how local connections have lead to opportunities in the wider musical world.
2016 Spooktacular Halloween Events
This Halloween you’ll be ready for a cauldron full of fun and frights with our creeptastic events guide!