Bob Keyes writes about the visual and performing arts for the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram. He appreciates that his job requires him to visit museums and attend plays and concerts across Maine, and most enjoys interviewing artists in their studios. He’s a New Englander by birth, and has lived in Maine off and on, most recently since 2002. He lives in Berwick with his wife, Vicki, and their son Luke.
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PublishedJuly 14, 2019
With 3 generations of artwork challenging Americans this summer, Wyeths command a moment
Two new exhibits in Rockland delve intimately into Jamie Wyeth’s fondness for Monhegan and grief over losing his wife, debuting at a time of public fascination with his celebrated grandfather N.C. and father, Andrew.
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PublishedJuly 10, 2019
Judge unconvinced – for now – that Robert Indiana was underpaid for ‘LOVE’ image
However, the protracted legal battle that pits the late artist’s estate against the foundation that controls his iconic image continues.
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PublishedJuly 8, 2019
‘Curious Incident’ star brings sensitivity to Hackmatack stage
For a play about a teenager on the spectrum, lead actor Colin Prato turns to his older brother for help.
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PublishedJuly 8, 2019
Bates Dance Festival opens with free concert and lessons
The festival begins with a hip-hop weekend, starting Thursday on the college’s quad.
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PublishedJuly 7, 2019
With Deertrees director facing health challenges, theater community steps up
The summer season will go on while Andrew Harris goes through treatment for a rare cancer – not long after his wife’s battle with melanoma.
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PublishedJuly 1, 2019
Ann Craven finally shows the midcoast what she’s been painting
The Boston-born artist, who has been painting in Maine for years, has her first in-state exhibit this summer at Center for Maine Contemporary Art in Rockland.
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PublishedJune 24, 2019
Maine State Music Theatre takes a chance on ‘Treasure Island’
The story is classic, but the music is new for the original show by the theater’s creative team.
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PublishedJune 23, 2019
Mural of Portland Harbor by activist artist is saved, but it needs a home
The Southern Maine Democratic Socialists of America is storing the 6-by-12-foot piece and hoping to place it where all the people can see it.
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PublishedJune 18, 2019
Movers, shakers of Maine arts gather in Portland for summit
Among the challenges facing artists are affordable housing and studio space, limited exhibition space and money.
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PublishedJune 17, 2019
Maine writers – and a librarian – bring home book awards
The Maine Literary Awards honors recently retired Bangor Public Library director Barbara McDade.
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