Homestyle Christmas variety and light show returns to Franco Center Dec. 15 and 16

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LEWISTON–Following the success of last year’s premiere of Sights and Sounds of Christmas, the fundraising event returns “bigger and better than ever” to the Franco Center on Dec. 15 and 16 with three separate performances, according to show producer, Jake Hodgkin. Dozens of performers will sing, dance, act, and produce an energetic and vibrant festive Christmas show complete with an immersive light show. “The light show will produce a snow effect in several scenes and also a visual look at what it would be like to travel in Santa’s sleigh.”

With evening shows at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, and Saturday, Dec. 16, and an afternoon show at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, the Franco Center’s beautiful Performance Hall stage will be the scene of holiday-themed performances, music, and a light show. “This Christmas show is an event for the whole family, where memories can be made,” said Franco Center Board President Elaine Roop. “We are thrilled to say that most of the ‘Just Us Entertainers’ will present their holiday show in a special reunion performance on Sunday, Dec. 17.”

Hodgkin said, “The overall emphasis is on how good an old-fashioned homestyle Christmas makes people feel when they think about Christmases from long ago. If you are looking to get in the holiday spirit, don’t miss this show.”

Tickets for the Franco Center’s Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show range from $7 to $25. Tickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows or by phone at 207-689-2000. Tickets can also be purchased in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Advance Evening shows

Tier 1 Adults $20 – Kids/Students $15

Tier 2 Adults $15 – Kids/Students $10

Door Evening Shows

Tier 1 Adults $25 – Kids/Students $20

Tier 2 Adults $20 – Kids/Students $15

Advance Matinee

Tier 1 Adults $15 – Kids/Students $10

Tier 2 Adults $10 – Kids/Students $7

Door Matinee

Tier 1 Adults $20 – Kids/Students $15

Tier 2 Adults $15 – Kids/Students $12

Doors, concessions, and cash bar open an hour before the show, and during intermission. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. and is handicap accessible. All proceeds to benefit the Franco Center. Visit or call the box office at 207-689-2000 or go to www.FranoCenter.org/shows. Box office hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays and one hour before every show.

Warning: Strobe Lighting and Smoke & Haze in Use during this performance.