At the Theaters

Spies, secret agents, sports, a nutcracker and the Bolshoi

Tue, 11/24/2015 - 1:15pm

The Harbor Theatre

Now playing, Daniel Craig stars as secret agent 007 in “Spectre,” the 24th James Bond film and the fourth to feature Craig, playing through Sunday, Nov. 29, at The Harbor Theatre. With a budget around $245 million, “Spectre” is one of the most expensive films ever made.

The story features James Bond's first encounter with the global criminal organization Spectre, marking the group's first appearance since 1971's “Diamonds Are Forever,” and tying Craig's series of films together with an overarching story line. Several recurring James Bond characters, including M, Q and Eve Moneypenny return.

A cryptic message from the past leads James Bond (Daniel Craig) to Mexico City and Rome, where he meets the beautiful widow (Monica Bellucci) of an infamous criminal. After infiltrating a secret meeting, 007 uncovers the existence of the sinister organization Spectre.  As Bond ventures towards the heart of Spectre, he learns of a chilling connection between himself and the enemy he seeks, played by Christoph Waltz.

Spectre, PG13, plays Wednesday, Nov. 25 through Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29 at 2 and 7 p.m.

“The Nutcracker” Tchaikovsky’s winter wonderland comes to life in this special production recorded for theatrical presentation in 2012 From the Wiener Staatsballett, with choreography by Rudolph Nureyev.

Starring Liudmila Konovalova as Clara, and Vladimir Shishov as Drosselmeier and The Prince. The origin of the Nutcracker, a classic Christmas story, is a fairy tale ballet in two acts centered on a family's Christmas Eve celebration. Alexandre Dumas Père's adaptation of the story by E.T.A. Hoffmann was set to music by Tchaikovsky and originally choreographed by Marius Petipa.

“The Nutcracker,” plays one day only, Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets sold at the door only: $20/adults, $18/Seniors, $16/theater members.

The Harbor Theatre is located at 185 Townsend Avenue in Boothbay Harbor. For more information, call 207-633-0438 or visit www.harbortheatre.net.

Lincoln Theater

Boston Bruins vs. N.Y. Rangers Live; Join us for “The Hockey Fanatic Lunch” with pizza by Hootenanny Pizza and beer & wine for sale provided by Damariscotta River Grill. Free and open to the public, Friday, Nov. 27 - lunch begins at noon, puck drop at 1 p.m.

“Bridge of Spies” An American lawyer is recruited by the CIA during the Cold War to help rescue a pilot detained in the Soviet Union. Directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Hanks. Playing Friday, Nov. 27 through Sunday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 2 and Thursday, Dec. 3 at 2 and 7 p.m.

“The Polar Express” A young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express. During his adventure he learns about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas. Starring Tom Hanks. Plays Saturday, Nov. 28 at approximately 12:30 p.m., following the arrival of Santa Claus in Damariscotta.

The Bolshoi Ballet: “Jewels” This opulent triptych was inspired by Balanchine’s visit to the famous jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels on New York’s Fifth Avenue, celebrating the cities and dance schools of Paris, New York and St. Petersburg, each bound to its own precious stone. Music by Gabriel Fauré (Emeralds), Igor Stravinsky (Rubies), and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (Diamonds). Starring Olga Smirnova, Semyon Chudin, Vladislav Lantratov, Anna Tikhomirova, Ekaterina Krysanova, and the Bolshoi Corps de Ballet. Captured LIVE, Sunday, Nov. 29 at 1 p.m.

The Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater Street in Damariscotta. For more information, call 207-563-3424 or visit www.atthelincoln.net.