WERU Community Radio 89.9 FM - diverse and grassroots radio serving Midcoast, Downeast & Bangor, a voice of many voices!
Serving Midcoast,
Downeast & Central Maine
A Voice of Many Voices
Broadcasting from Solar Powered Studios
Returning to Minsky Recital Hall for the second time, the U.K.’s Maxwell Quartet will offer a concert of music by Haydn, Beethoven, arrangements of Scottish folk song, and a new yet-to-be-announced quartet by the highly-regarded contemporary British composer Eleanor Alberga.
Take a chance on an evening filled with the music, style, and excitement of one of pop music’s most celebrated groups. Direct from London’s West End, Mania: The Abba Tribute is widely regarded as the world’s leading ABBA tribute production, having performed more than 3,000 concerts in over 35 countries. Featuring stunning costumes, dynamic choreography,...
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero...
Two of opera’s most extraordinary artists return to The Met: Live in HD for Verdi’s thrilling take on the immortal Shakespearean tale of the scheming couple determined to seize power at any cost. Following past triumphs in many of Verdi’s signature baritone roles, Quinn Kelsey is the Scottish king haunted by the ghosts of his...
The hilarious all-Indigenous hip hop musical A fearless, funny, and deeply heartfelt reimagining of Grease, this “Rez-ed Up” remix swaps 1950s greasers and pink ladies for a cast that proudly spotlights Indigenous language, music, and moves with Broadway flair. Bear Grease reimagines the iconic 1971 musical Grease through a bold and comedic native lens. This...
Sacred, scandalous, and irresistibly alluring, Saint-Saëns’s spectacular take on the biblical hero of legendary strength and the seductive Philistine whose beauty overpowers him returns in the Met’s larger-than-life production. Featuring a massive orchestra and chorus and some of opera’s most spellbinding tunes, this masterpiece of French grand opera is a feast for the eyes and...
Master composer, guitarist and vocalist Toninho Horta is a legend of Brazilian music whose influence has also shaped contemporary jazz globally. An early break with Milton Nascimento led him to work with Antonio Carlos Jobim, Ellis Regina, Sergio Mendes, and Chico Buarque, among a host of Brazil’s greatest musical icons. He released his debut solo...
Blending holiday cheer with sharp satire, this comedy revue features original songs, new sketches, and classic favorites. With plenty of laughs and a playful send-up of seasonal traditions, it offers a fun, irreverent alternative to the usual holiday fare. Ages 17+
Olivier and Tony® Award winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin. Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte...
Puccini’s exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by celebrated British director Richard Jones, marking the company’s first new production of La Fanciulla del West in more than 30 years. Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky adds to her already remarkable Met repertoire, making her role debut as Minnie, the tough tavern owner with...
The Byrne Brothers are known for their electrifying and high-energy performances that showcase traditional Irish music and world-class Irish dancing. Their music features both traditional and original tunes, as well as their unique style and energy. The band’s lively jigs and reels highlight the exceptional musicianship of each member on their respective instruments. Along with...
One of Europe’s rising chamber ensembles, Trio Bohémo has earned international acclaim for its expressive playing, technical brilliance, and deeply engaging performances. Praised by critics and audiences alike, the trio has appeared at leading concert halls and festivals across Europe, Australia, and North America, and its debut recording was named Presto Music’s 2024 Debut Album...