Music

Thunderstruck: A Classic Rock Tribute with Blue Violin Saturday, June 27 | 7:30–9 p.m. | Franco Center Experience classic rock like you’ve never heard it before. Blue Violin transforms iconic anthems into cinematic, high-energy performances using live looping, powerful violin solos, and immersive soundscapes. Often compared to Ed Sheeran and Lindsey Stirling, this internationally acclaimed virtuoso has performed at legendary venues including Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House. Enjoy electrifying renditions of rock favorites like “Thunderstruck,” “Free Bird,” “Kashmir,” “Stairway to Heaven,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.” 🎟 TICKETS sold on EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thunderstruck-a-classic-rock-tribute-lewiston-me-tickets-1982174114134 Blue Violin transforms classic rock into cinematic soundscapes [...]

250th Anniversary Commemorative Concert Friday, July 3 The Volunteers Jazz Band Announces Patriotic Big Band Concert at the Franco Center to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary LEWISTON, Maine — In celebration of the United States’ 250th Birthday, The Volunteers Jazz Band, The Maine Military Community Network and The Lewiston Auburn Veterans  Council have announced a special evening of music at the historic Franco Center at 7 p.m. Friday, July 3, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. “The 250th Anniversary Concert” offers a vibrant, musical tribute to America’s rich cultural history, timed perfectly on the eve of Independence Day. Audiences can expect [...]

The Franco Center is going to rock with music from the 1980s at 7pm Saturday, August 8, 2026. The Totally Rad is a cover band that reimagines 1980s music for the modern day with a wide variety of classic ‘80s tunes and quirky one-hit wonders. Band members are Doug Alford, Kevin O’Reilly, Krister Rollins, and Russ Murley. Doors and cash bar open at 6pm. Tickets $25 at the door. Doug Alford – vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, keyboards Kevin O’Reilly – vocals, bass Krister Rollins – electric guitar Russ Murley – drums Visit The Totally Rad website to listen to [...]

Best of Broadway 2 Revue Kick off our 2026-2027 Season! The biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. Friday, September 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM Doors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. Performance Hall show with reserved seating. Celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2026-2027 season with the return of the all-new Best of Broadway 2 revue! Tickets Sponsors

Best of Broadway 2 Revue Kick off our 2026-2027 Season! The biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM Doors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. Performance Hall show with reserved seating. Celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2026-2027 season with the return of the all-new Best of Broadway 2 revue! Tickets Sponsors

Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026 Doors 1pm; Concert 2pm; Reception after concert SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY Local performers, both friends and family, will honor Nel Meservier and everything he has contributed to the Franco-American music scene. Reception after concert. Tickets are $20 at the door.

Best of Broadway 2 Revue Kick off our 2026-2027 Season! The biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Doors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. Performance Hall show with reserved seating. Celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2026-2027 season with the return of the all-new Best of Broadway 2 revue! Tickets Sponsors