May 24

Fundraiser for FarmDrop

Live Music: The Soulbenders

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

6:00pm

The Soulbenders are playing a benefit concert for Food for Health, a collaboration between FarmDrop, Healthy Peninsula and Healthy Acadia, to support local food access programs in their goal to source more available food from local farms. Come dance for food security, and help connect farmers and local food programs with your dollars. Together we are extending the farm-to-table movement to include more of our neighbors across Maine.  

$50 General Admission

Live Theatre: Make Way For Ducklings the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Moxie McBreairty, Music Direction by Rebecca Edmondson

6:00pm

Based on the ever-popular 1941 children's book, Make Way For Ducklings is centered around a pair of ducks raising their young in the bustling city of Boston. This musical adaptation teaches theatregoers about decision-making, polite disagreements, and owning up to mistakes. Delightful for both adults and children, this wholesome musical has vital lessons for everyone.

$15 Adults, $10 Youth (12&under) General Admission

Produced with support from the Marshall Dodge Fund

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!!

Dancing with the Ellsworth Stars is Back!

Saturday, May 16 7:00pm

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

A major fundraiser for The Grand - based on the popular TV show, Dancing with Ellsworth Stars wants you to vote for your favorite ballroom dance team. The Stars will perform two contrasting dances partnered with their expert dance partner/choreographers. People vote for their favorite dance team. Each vote is $1, and every vote counts! Even if a fan is unable to attend, they will be able to vote with their dollars and support the Grand via The Grand’s website. www.yourgrand.org

 Sure to be an evening of glamour, community spirit, and unforgettable ballroom hilarity!

Meet the Stars & Instructors

Stars - Brenda “Momo” Ledezma (Momo’s Cheesecakes)

Nicole Grohoski (State Senator)

Benjamin Chandler (The Grand)

Matt Montgomery (DEFYMCA)

Katina Stanwood (Black Moon Public House)

Ken Lemoine (Ellsworth Fire Department)

Instructors - Jim Miller, David Lamon, Vanessa Hawkins, Elizabeth Pouwels, Terence Lee, Aziza Daigle

Emcee – Paul Dupuis (Star 97.7)

Eugene Onegin (Encore) PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY

*recorded live April 28

Saturday, May 16 1:00pm

Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin. Baritone Igor Golovatenko reprises his portrayal of the urbane Onegin, who realizes his affection for her all too late. The Met’s evocative production, directed by Tony Award–winner Deborah Warner, “offers a beautifully detailed reading of … Tchaikovsky’s lyrical romance” (The Telegraph). ESTIMATED RUN TIME: 3 HRS 45 MINS (TWO INTERMISSIONS)

The First Annual GRANDies Awards Night

Join us for a dazzling evening as we celebrate the incredible talent, dedication, and community behind our 2025/26 live theatre season!

The inaugural GRANDies Awards Night honors the performers, volunteers, creatives, and supporters who make live theatre at The Grand truly unforgettable. This special event will also feature the exciting announcement of the 2026/27 live theatre season—be among the first to hear what’s coming next!

✨ What to expect:

6:00 PM

• Live music to set the mood

• A fun photo booth to capture the night

• Refreshments to enjoy throughout the evening

7:00 PM

• Awards recognizing outstanding contributions

• The announcing of the 2026/27 season

Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted to support future programming.

Dress to impress! Come in your finest attire and make it a night to remember.

Celebrate the magic of theatre and the community that brings it to life—we can’t wait to see you there!

Live Music Echoes of Elvis: The Concert Experience A Multimedia Tribute

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

7:00pm

The Concert Experience is a high-energy, immersive theatrical tribute celebrating the life, music, and legacy of Elvis Presley. Backed by a full live band, this 2-hour production combines powerful live performance with dynamic multimedia visuals to transport audiences through the evolution of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. More than a tribute concert, this production is a cinematic live experience — blending music, storytelling, projected video, and era-authentic staging to create an unforgettable night in the theater.

$20 Advance, $25 At the Door General Admission

ON THE BIG SCREEN

Super Mario Kart Tournament

Sunday, May 3

1:00pm Flags Up

$25 Entry fee (includes entry for tournament and a slice of pizza)

Hosted by The Grand & 207 Collectibles

Trophies will be presented to the top 4 players.$100 Cash prize for 1st Place winner.

 Match-ups will be groups of 4 players at a time

Click the link below to register

Open to all ages

Sponsored by Finelli Pizzeria

May 1 & 2

Live Theatre: Charlotte’s Web

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Friday, 6:00pm, Saturday, 1:00pm

Based on the book by E.B. White
Adapted by Joseph Robinette
Directed by Ben Chandler

Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign with the “miracle” of her web in which she writes, “Some pig.” It’s the beginning of a victorious campaign which ultimately ends with the now-safe Wilbur doing what is most important to Charlotte. 

$15 Adults, $10 Youth (12&under) General Admission

May 1 & 2

Live Theatre: Charlotte’s Web

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Friday, 6:00pm, Saturday, 1:00pm

Based on the book by E.B. White
Adapted by Joseph Robinette
Directed by Ben Chandler

Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign with the “miracle” of her web in which she writes, “Some pig.” It’s the beginning of a victorious campaign which ultimately ends with the now-safe Wilbur doing what is most important to Charlotte. 

$15 Adults, $10 Youth (12&under) General Admission

April 24-26

Live Theatre: Les Miserables 

Presented by Mirus Academy

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Anna Hanson

Friday & Saturday, 6:00pm, Sunday, 3:00pm

Les Miserables - is a full-length dramatic play.  Les Miserables written by Victor Hugo explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and justice during the revolutionary time in 19th-century France.   This particular script adapted by Tim Kelly communicates the depth and dramatic themes of the novel while keeping it appropriate for all ages.   While the dramatic play does not include songs, the students will provide a musical pre-show highlighting some of Les Miserables favorite songs from Les Miserables Medley - arranged by Ed Lojeski.     

$12 Adults, $8 Students (17&under) General Admission

April 24-26

Live Theatre: Les Miserables 

Presented by Mirus Academy

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Anna Hanson

Friday & Saturday, 6:00pm, Sunday, 3:00pm

Les Miserables - is a full-length dramatic play.  Les Miserables written by Victor Hugo explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and justice during the revolutionary time in 19th-century France.   This particular script adapted by Tim Kelly communicates the depth and dramatic themes of the novel while keeping it appropriate for all ages.   While the dramatic play does not include songs, the students will provide a musical pre-show highlighting some of Les Miserables favorite songs from Les Miserables Medley - arranged by Ed Lojeski.     

$12 Adults, $8 Students (17&under) General Admission

April 24-26

Live Theatre: Les Miserables 

Presented by Mirus Academy

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Anna Hanson

Friday & Saturday, 6:00pm, Sunday, 3:00pm

Les Miserables - is a full-length dramatic play.  Les Miserables written by Victor Hugo explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and justice during the revolutionary time in 19th-century France.   This particular script adapted by Tim Kelly communicates the depth and dramatic themes of the novel while keeping it appropriate for all ages.   While the dramatic play does not include songs, the students will provide a musical pre-show highlighting some of Les Miserables favorite songs from Les Miserables Medley - arranged by Ed Lojeski.     

$12 Adults, $8 Students (17&under) General Admission

April 21-24

Vacation Film: How To Train Your Dragon

Tuesday – Thursday, 6:00pm, Friday, 1:00pm

As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together. PG (2hr 5min)

$1 General Admission

Sponsored by The City of Ellsworth

April 21-24

Vacation Film: How To Train Your Dragon

Tuesday – Thursday, 6:00pm, Friday, 1:00pm

As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together. PG (2hr 5min)

$1 General Admission

Sponsored by The City of Ellsworth

April 21-24

Vacation Film: How To Train Your Dragon

Tuesday – Thursday, 6:00pm, Friday, 1:00pm

As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together. PG (2hr 5min)

$1 General Admission

Sponsored by The City of Ellsworth

April 21-24

Vacation Film: How To Train Your Dragon

Tuesday – Thursday, 6:00pm, Friday, 1:00pm

As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together. PG (2hr 5min)

$1 General Admission

Sponsored by The City of Ellsworth

Tristan Und Isolde (Encore) RICHARD WAGNER NEW PRODUCTION

*recorded live

Saturday, April 11 1:00pm

After years of anticipation, a truly unmissable event arrives as the electrifying Lise Davidsen tackles one of the ultimate roles for dramatic soprano: the Irish princess Isolde in Wagner’s transcendent meditation on love and death. Heroic tenor Michael Spyres stars opposite Davidsen as the love-drunk Tristan. The momentous occasion also marks the advent of a new, Met-debut staging by Yuval Sharon—hailed by The New York Times as “the most visionary opera director of his generation” and the first American to direct an opera at the famed Wagner festival in Bayreuth—as well as Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin’s first time leading Tristan und Isolde at the Met. Mezzo soprano Ekaterina Gubanova reprises her signature portrayal of Brangäne, alongside bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny, who sings Kurwenal after celebrated Met appearances in Wagner’s Der Fliegende Holländer and Ring cycle. Bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green makes an important role debut as King Marke. ESTIMATED RUN TIME: 4 HRS 50 MINS (TWO INTERMISSIONS

$29 Adults, $27 Grand Members, $22 Students (15&under) Reserved Seating

Live Theatre: Little Women the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Leslie Michaud

*Special Pay What You Wish Final Dress Rehearsal Thursday, March 26 7:00pm

Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28 7:00pm, Sunday, March 29 2:00pm

Thursday, & Friday, April 2 & 3 7:00pm, Saturday, April 4 3:00pm

Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

$28 Adults, $25 Grand Members/Early Bird, $15 Students (17&under) Reserved Seating

Sponsored By First National Bank

Live Theatre: Little Women the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Leslie Michaud

*Special Pay What You Wish Final Dress Rehearsal Thursday, March 26 7:00pm

Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28 7:00pm, Sunday, March 29 2:00pm

Thursday, & Friday, April 2 & 3 7:00pm, Saturday, April 4 3:00pm

Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

$28 Adults, $25 Grand Members/Early Bird, $15 Students (17&under) Reserved Seating

Sponsored By First National Bank

Live Theatre: Little Women the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Leslie Michaud

*Special Pay What You Wish Final Dress Rehearsal Thursday, March 26 7:00pm

Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28 7:00pm, Sunday, March 29 2:00pm

Thursday, & Friday, April 2 & 3 7:00pm, Saturday, April 4 3:00pm

Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

$28 Adults, $25 Grand Members/Early Bird, $15 Students (17&under) Reserved Seating

Sponsored By First National Bank

Live Theatre Auditions: Make Way for Ducklings the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Tuesday, March 31 6:00pm

Directed by Moxie McBreairty

Vocal Direction by Rebecca Edmondson

Performance: May 21 & 22 

*Anyone who auditions will need to be able to commit to performing in (2) PAC performances at 10am on May 21 & 22. There will be (1) public performance at 6pm on May 22*

For auditions, prepare 16-32 bars of a classic musical theater song. Please bring sheet music (or a recorded karaoke track on a Bluetooth capable device) for the accompanist, with the part you are singing clearly marked. Acapella singing is not permitted. Be prepared to list any rehearsal and/or performance date conflicts. You may be asked to sing or read from the script as well as learn a quick dance piece.

For more information, please email kfitch@grandonline.org

Based on the ever-popular 1941 children's book, Make Way For Ducklings is centered around a pair of ducks raising their young in the bustling city of Boston. This musical adaptation teaches theatregoers about decision-making, polite disagreements, and owning up to mistakes. Delightful for both adults and children, this wholesome musical has vital lessons for everyone.

This is a community-driven live theatre production, and everyone will receive equal consideration. (All roles are unpaid.)

The Grand belongs to everyone in the community. The Board of Directors and Staff continue to foster inclusion in every facet of the organization including offering opportunities for participation to artists, patrons, volunteers, staff, and board members.

MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS the musical

Is presented through special arrangement

With Music Theatre International (MTI)

All authorized performance materials 

are also supplied by MTI.

www.mtishows.com

Available Roles

*CASTING NOTE

The musical can be performed by a minimum of seven (7) actors. You can use more actors, without doubling, if a larger cast is desired. Puppet ducks can be performed by kid actors but they have no lines.

Mrs. Mallard

A soon-to-be Mother Duck. She is stressed about her impending parenthood but strives to get it right.

Gender: female

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Mr. Mallard

A soon-to-be Father Duck. A slightly wacky and sometimes heroic Duck, who is hysterical about his impending parenthood.

Gender: male

Vocal range top: Ab4

Vocal range bottom: Bb2

The Michaels

Officer Michael, Mick (the Street Sweeper), and Captain Mike (the tugboat captain). Michael is a master of disguise and a song-and-dance man.

Gender: male

Vocal range top: G4

Vocal range bottom: B2

Actor One

Jack — the energetic athletic duckling, Vendor, Beacon Hill Resident #1, Louisburg Dog, Sport Duckling.

Gender: male

Actor Two

Lack — the timid scared duckling, Mother with carriage, Beacon Hill Resident #2, Doctor Duckling.

Gender: female

Actor Three

Pack — an uptight intellectual duckling, Kid, Politician #1, Music Duckling.

Gender: male

Actor Four

Quack — the simple-minded duckling, Kid on swan boat, Chef Duckling, Old Lady, Politician #2.

Gender: female

Live Theatre: Little Women the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Leslie Michaud

*Special Pay What You Wish Final Dress Rehearsal Thursday, March 26 7:00pm

Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28 7:00pm, Sunday, March 29 2:00pm

Thursday, & Friday, April 2 & 3 7:00pm, Saturday, April 4 3:00pm

Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

$28 Adults, $25 Grand Members/Early Bird, $15 Students (17&under) Reserved Seating

Sponsored By First National Bank

Live Theatre: Little Women the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Leslie Michaud

*Special Pay What You Wish Final Dress Rehearsal Thursday, March 26 7:00pm

Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28 7:00pm, Sunday, March 29 2:00pm

Thursday, & Friday, April 2 & 3 7:00pm, Saturday, April 4 3:00pm

Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

$28 Adults, $25 Grand Members/Early Bird, $15 Students (17&under) Reserved Seating

Sponsored By First National Bank

Live Theatre: Little Women the musical

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Leslie Michaud

*Special Pay What You Wish Final Dress Rehearsal Thursday, March 26 7:00pm

Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28 7:00pm, Sunday, March 29 2:00pm

Thursday, & Friday, April 2 & 3 7:00pm, Saturday, April 4 3:00pm

Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

$28 Adults, $25 Grand Members/Early Bird, $15 Students (17&under) Reserved Seating

Sponsored By First National Bank

Live Theatre: Little Women the musical

Special Pay What You Wish Final Dress Rehearsal Thursday, March 26 7:00pm

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Directed by Leslie Michaud

Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

Sponsored By First National Bank

March 6-8/13-15

Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Maine presents: Princess Ida

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Fridays, 7:00pm, Saturdays & Sundays, 2:00pm

Princess Ida has rejected the rule of men, and the marriage contract forced upon her in infancy. But when the time comes to fulfill it, her defiance may spark a war. When Ida fails to appear for the long-promised wedding, her determined suitor, Hilarion, disguises himself and his companions as women and infiltrates Castle Adamant, a university devoted entirely to women. Once their deception is exposed, Ida and her peers face an impossible choice: should she surrender her ideals and accept Hilarion’s devotion, or stand firm and risk war between two stubborn kings—and the destruction of the university she loves?

$20 Adults, $12 Students, $8 Youth (12&under) General Admission

March 6-8/13-15

Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Maine presents: Princess Ida

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Fridays, 7:00pm, Saturdays & Sundays, 2:00pm

Princess Ida has rejected the rule of men, and the marriage contract forced upon her in infancy. But when the time comes to fulfill it, her defiance may spark a war. When Ida fails to appear for the long-promised wedding, her determined suitor, Hilarion, disguises himself and his companions as women and infiltrates Castle Adamant, a university devoted entirely to women. Once their deception is exposed, Ida and her peers face an impossible choice: should she surrender her ideals and accept Hilarion’s devotion, or stand firm and risk war between two stubborn kings—and the destruction of the university she loves?

$20 Adults, $12 Students, $8 Youth (12&under) General Admission

March 6-8/13-15

Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Maine presents: Princess Ida

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Fridays, 7:00pm, Saturdays & Sundays, 2:00pm

Princess Ida has rejected the rule of men, and the marriage contract forced upon her in infancy. But when the time comes to fulfill it, her defiance may spark a war. When Ida fails to appear for the long-promised wedding, her determined suitor, Hilarion, disguises himself and his companions as women and infiltrates Castle Adamant, a university devoted entirely to women. Once their deception is exposed, Ida and her peers face an impossible choice: should she surrender her ideals and accept Hilarion’s devotion, or stand firm and risk war between two stubborn kings—and the destruction of the university she loves?

$20 Adults, $12 Students, $8 Youth (12&under) General Admission