Andrew and Gennaro celebrate 10 years of owning La Pizzeria, the popular restaurant right in the center of town. We paid them a visit and sampled some of the cuisine. The pizza has always been great - but there were surprises waiting!
Ogunquit's newest restaurant offers a cool, trendy decor, amazing food, an impressive assortment of 'Tinis and an experience not found anywhere else in Ogunquit.
What better way to end the summer than to fall in love? The Booth Theater of the Betty Doon Motel continues its run of original theater works with David Mauriello’s Just Say Love. When Doug and Guy meet on a park bench they think they know the answers, but forces beyond their control have something else in mind. Just Say Love ponders the questions of physical attraction and spiritual love, as two men explore the mysteries of their new relationship. After successful runs in Boston and Chicago, Just Say Love, closes its 2008 season in Ogunquit, the home of playwright David Mauriello. For tickets call 207.646.8142.
Touted by many as the perfect musical, this dazzling production features irresistible songs including “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly,” “I Could Have Danced All Night” and “On the Street Where You Live.” This all-new Playhouse production features a multitude of TV stars, fantastic sets and gorgeous eye-popping costumes. Bring the whole family to enjoy this timeless classic. Visit The Ogunquit Playhouse for more info.
The Ogunquit Playhouse opens with a visually stunning production of Fiddler on the Roof. Winner of nine Tony® Awards including Best Musical, features the songs “If I Were A Rich Man” and “Matchmaker Matchmaker.” This touching story holds a universal message of community and hope that continues to resonate with audiences, making it one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Visit The Ogunquit Playhouse for more info.
The annual Mr. Ogunquit Contest returned Labor Day Weekend and warmed up the town. Check out what has become a great community event over the past 30 years!
Vanities is a laugh-out-loud comedy about the growth of a friendship among three small town women coming of age in the 1960s and 70s. Playing repertory-style at the Booth Theater, Ogunquit's true repertory summer theater. For tickets call 207.646.8142.
This musical comedy of errors won four Tony Awards in 2005, including Best Revival of a Musical. Enjoy the antics as Georges and Albino, two middle-aged lovers, attempt to impersonate a straight married couple when their son announces he’s going to marry the daughter of a bigoted right-wing politician.
This all-singing, all-dancing 1992 Tony Award winner for Best Musical has a star-struck New York City playboy in a Nevada mining town – with romance, mistaken identities, and show-stopping musical numbers. Add original Broadway sets and costumes and the stage is set for irresistible fun!
Laugh and cry with Jamie and Ste as they discover that growing up in London's rough eastside tenements isn't so bad when you're in love. It's everyone's favorite movie and the classic play about growing up gay. Great performances and fun music by Mama Cass.
The Front Porch Restaurant has been made over from top to bottom and doubled in size. We sampled some of the new cuisine, and marveled at the makeover.
Hosted by Gordon Michaels and Tommy Hensel, Cabaret by the Sea included two shows at MaineStreet: "Out of the Wind and Into the Rain," and "The Best of the Best."
The perfect list in anticipation of the perfect summer? Maybe, maybe not. But it's a good starting point. 101 things that tourists and residents love about Ogunquit, Maine.
On her way to Womens' T Dance at Maine Street, DJ Jodi stayed over, checked out the scene, and decided there were lots more women having fun in town than she would have imagined.
Despite the rain, Ogunquit's favorite end-of-season event went off without a hitch. Hosted by Raquel Blake, this wholesome celebration of manly virtue pleased judges and audiences alike.
A raucous celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived The Change. This joyful musical parody of 25 re-lyricized classic baby boomer hits, features such chart-toppers as "I Heard It Thru the Grapevine; You No Longer See 39," and the disco favorite "Stayin' Awake! Stayin' Awake!" Men and women of all ages will be dancing in the aisles.
It's not just for kids! Everyone will enjoy the timeless enchantment of this fairy tale come to life - complete with dazzling Broadway sets, costumes and puppets.
Joe Posa does go-go boy turned drag diva in a very entertaining show. As Liza, Barbara, Joan Rivers and others, he's been called one of the most talented and convincing female impersonators on the scene today.
Sally Struthers is just about perfect as Dolly Levi, in a production with spectacular scenery, costumes, dancing, singing, and a whole bunch of great performances.
Jaffe, Danny, Eddie and Bob performed together each night for their last weekend in Ogunquit. A great comedy team finished their month long run at Club InsideOUT.
LOUNGE-ZILLA! invaded Club InsideOUT with his atomic blast of TWISTED MUSIC, POLITICALLY-INCORRECT COMEDY and an OUTRAGEOUS 3D FINALE that had to be seen to be believed! Goodbye for now, and thanks for a great July!
Tommy Hensel and Gordon Michaels who thrilled Ogunquit audiences with "Cabaret by the Sea" this spring return for one night only with Alexia B. Motley and Tony Perry.
Cashetta is one of the world's only drag magicians taking illusion to a whole new level. Her act ranges from walk around, to mentalism to full scale stage shows and is original, hysterical and absolutely astounding. Cashetta has been featured on countless television and stage shows and tours internationally with her one "woman" show. Be it card magic, escape or full scale illusions, Cashetta's act is the only one of its kind.
This high-energy musical takes us back through a decade of change with the songs of the many talented female performers and girl bands of the 1960's, including Patti LaBelle, Connie Francis, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, and Janis Joplin just to name a few. Read our review.
Award winning comic and Ogunquit favorite Christine O'Leary will be performing her adult comedy featuring hysteria and more fun than you've ever had in Maine Fridays and Saturdays all summer at MaineStreet.
An afternoon of fabulous fun, fashion and frivolity! Silent auction and raffle to support the Ogunquit Playhouse. Starring Amanda Stragg, Verna Turbulence, Corvette, Paris Idean and Jazzmine Taylor.
Join new owner Wayne and all for a Grand Open House Celebration with complimentary food, beverages and an amazing new look that somehow still keeps the familiar feeling of the Front Porch.
MaineStreet's three-day Anniversary and Deck Opening Party ended with a benefit for Frannie Peabody Center. The benefit featured performances by Miss Kitti Chanel, Shaunna Rai, & Diveena.
John Jackman of Southside Pizza Boy is the new owner of Club InsideOUT. In what is sure to be one of the most welcome signs of spring, John plans a grand reopening on April 14. Gay Ogunquit talked to him about his new adventure...
Jamie Morris and his crew captivated audiences with the area premiere of the new musical Facts of Life. The show drew a large crowd and raised over $5000 for Seacoast Repertory Theatre.
Musical comedian Khris Francis performs for the last time this season on Sunday, September 18. Get there early, don your thickest skin (no one is safe from his ribbing), and be grateful that he was here. It's your last chance to see the show that has been the talk of the town.
Two shows have opened at the Ogunquit Museum of American Art. They are Edward Hopper: The Ogunquit Paintings and Memories of World War II: Photographs from the Associated Press Archives. The museum is open 10:30-5 Monday - Saturday and 2-5 Sunday through October 15. In addition to the art, the grounds and the view are stunning!
The Little Sisters of Hoboken, currently starring at Ogunquit Playhouse in Nunsensations! The Las Vegas Review, paid a visit to Amore Breakfast. Be sure to see the show, now through October 10! For tickets call 207.646.5511.
It's that time of year again! Who will be Mr. Ogunquit 2005? Hot guys, tight trunks, and real displays of masculine virtue. On the beach Sunday afternoon. Sponsored by Inside Out.
Lobster Dash is an annual race that takes place on Ogunquit Beach during Capriccio Week. Its in the memory of Greg Gumbinner. Funds raised are distributed to various charities in Ogunquit. All contestants enjoy a lobster roll after the competition.
The tradition continues! Inside Out will be hosting a speedo contest Sunday, September 5 at 2pm, at Ogunquit Beach G-Section. There's a $500 prize for the winner, who will be announced at a crowning ceremony at 5:30pm at Inside Out. Sign up at Inside Out or on their web site.
Renowned illusionist Jim Bailey, who delighted hundreds during a recent appearance at the Ogunquit Playhouse as a benefit for AIDS Response Seacoast will be doing an encore.
The People's Choice Winner and multi-Las Vegas Performer of the Year has also portrayed Barbra Streisand for Barbra herself. The two hour performance will be backed by a full orchestra and will feature such beloved Streisand classics as “Evergreen”, “The Way We Were” and “People”. Tickets for the benefit are available through The Ogunquit Playhouse at 207.646.5511. For more information contact Paul Brogan at AIDS Response Seacoast (603) 433-5377, ext. 2237.
The Club presents its 24th annual Mr. Speedo Contest, to be held on Ogunquit Beach - G Section, with MC Crazy Tommy. First place wins $500, second place $200. Winners will be announced at The Club's special T Dance at 4pm.
Voted New York's best drag queen by the readers of NYC's largest gay publication, Edie has performed everywhere from the MTV Music Awards to the Rosie O'Donnell show.
Ogunquit was discovered by Spaniard Sir Fernando Gorges. Gorges worked for the English Crown. Salsa, meringue and cumbia played for hours. Cher and Celine entertained visitors and locals. This years Fiesta was hosted by Amy and Barbara.....sigue la musica!
Two hundred and five of golf's finest met at the Cape Neddick Golf Club for the annual Gilda Radner Ovarian Cancer fund raiser. As usual much gaity - as well as "dike lights" , lemon drop vodkas , gourmet hot dogs - was experienced by all.
A lavish wine and hors d'oeuvres reception at The Black Boar Inn honoring GLAD. Since 1978 GLAD has used the courts to fight discrimination based on sexual orientation and to battle discrimination against people with HIV. Reserve tickets by calling the Black Boar Inn at 207.646.2112.
Hedda says "Makeovers Not War!" and she really means it. Watch this world renouned entertainer spread this and other messages Saturday, June 21 at Maine Street!
The town of Ogunquit was quite busy this week when Hollywood used the town for the set of the major motion picture, Empire Falls.
HBO Films is producing the movie, starring Ed Harris, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Helen Hunt, Paul Newman, Robin Wright Penn, Adain Quinn and Joanne Woodward. Adapted by Richard Russo ("Mohawk," "Nobody's Fool") from his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name, the film is directed by Fred Schepisi ("A Cry in the Dark," "Six Degrees of Separation").
New ownership, new hours, new energy! The bar is now open 7 days a week: Monday through Saturday 6pm to 1am, Sunday 3pm to 1am. There's free pool Monday-Thursday, hot dance party Friday and Saturday, and Karaoke with Jodeye on Sunday. Wednesday and Thursday Norm's on the bar, so come on over and find out his plans for Maine Street!
The Club begins its 24th year with the new VIP Lounge, an all new sound and light show featuring lasers, and a hot new web site. The VIP Lounge opens April 11, and the Rooftop Cafe will open May 9.
We don't often write reviews at Gay Ogunquit, but this Off-Broadway hit comedy is one of the most enjoyable evenings we've had in a long time. It's beautifully written, expertly acted, and works very well in the intimate stage at Maine Street. Run, don't walk to see this play. You'll be glad you did.
The girls from the popular television series Babewatch made a surprise appearance on Labor Day Weekend, creating quite a stir at the Mr. Speedo Contest, and leaving a mark on this town that won't be soon forgotten.
