Leslie Bridgers

Press Herald

Leslie Bridgers is the features editor for the Portland Press Herald, overseeing coverage of arts, entertainment and culture. She spent 10 years as a reporter, half of that time for the Portland Press Herald, covering the western suburbs of Portland, writing feature stories and working on special projects. Originally from Connecticut, Leslie came to Maine by way of Bowdoin College and never left.

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Published
October 14, 2019

Indie Film: In its sixth year, Sanford festival is a proven success

The four-day film event receives more than 600 submissions from around the world.
Published
October 13, 2019

Society Notebook: Maine Suitcase Party steps it up

The annual fundraiser will enable 64 families to attend Camp Sunshine.
Published
October 13, 2019

Deep Water: ‘Umami,’ by Richard Foerster

Maine poems edited and introduced by Megan Grumbling.
Published
October 13, 2019

Bong Joon Ho and ‘Parasite’ are coming for you

It may be the only film this fall that’s already an award-winner and a box-office smash
Published
October 13, 2019

From ‘Joker’ to ‘Hustlers’ to ‘Parasite,’ filmmakers explore the gap between the haves and have-nots

With the divide between the rich and poor hitting a record in the U.S., it should come as no surprise to see its depiction seeping into Hollywood.
Published
October 13, 2019

Art review: Stew Henderson adds layers to patent art

‘Art as Invention as Art’ is at the Frank Brockman Gallery in Brunswick.
Published
October 7, 2019

Theater review: ‘Omniphobia’ takes on the many types of fear

Snowlion Repertory Company stages the world premiere of the 1-act play.
Published
October 7, 2019

Theater review: ‘Admissions’ is timely look at dynamics behind getting into the ‘right’ school

Good Theater gives the play its Maine premiere.
Published
October 7, 2019

Bar Guide: Get Tex-Mex fare to spare at Bolos

The Brunswick candlepin alley and cantina makes house margaritas in six flavors.
Published
October 6, 2019

Eddie Murphy rejuvenated by ‘Dolemite’

He is finally off the couch and planning a return to stand-up comedy.

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