ROCKLAND — Four films have been added to the February and March schedule at Strand Theatre, in Rockland, including a fundraising screening of cat videos that will benefit Pope Memorial Humane Society. 

UPDATES added this week:  

FILM:

Feb. 29: ONCE WERE BROTHERS: ROBBIE ROBERSTSON AND THE BAND

March 6: GREED

March 7: CAT VIDEO FEST 2020

March 13: THE ASSISTANT

UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE STRAND THEATRE

LIVE SHOWS:     

Friday, Feb. 28 at 6:30pm: JAZZY ASH and the LEAPING LIZARDS

Strand Family Series

Celebrate Mardis Gras and learn about New Orleans music and culture with this five-piece jazz band for kids and families! Jazzy Ash, a celebrated songwriter and music educator, brings  zydeco, gypsy jazz, swing, and Dixieland tunes. Pay-What-You-Can Admission: $20/$10/$5/$0. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Friday, March 20 at 7:30pm: KAT EDMONSON

Jazz vocalist who brings the songs and sensibility of the Great American Songbook into the 21st century. With a sweetly mellifluous soprano and a gift for evocative songwriting, Kat Edmonson  is a rare artist who embodies the spirit of the past while remaining resolutely au courant. Tickets: $18/Advance, $21/Day of Show. Lobby and Balcony Bars are open for all concerts for 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Saturday, March 28 at 7:30pm: ALEX CUBA

Latin Grammy/Juno Winner Alex Cuba is a Cuban singer-songwriter whose Latin sounds are not tied to tradition; his sugarcane-sweet melodies, pop-soul hooks and powerful guitar riffs reflect his vast musical vision. Alex Cuba has released seven albums, and has toured and recorded nationally and internationally. Tickets: $18/Advance, $21/Day of Show. Lobby and Balcony Bars are open for all concerts for 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Friday, April 3 at 6:30pm: THIS WORLD MADE ITSELF and INFINITELY YOURS with Miwa Matreyek

Strand Family Series

Award-winning performance artist Miwa Matreyek uses theatrical storytelling, animation and shadow art to illustrate the history of the earth, our changing environment, and the complex world of humanity. Pay-What-You-Can: $20, $10, $5, $0. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Saturday, April 4 at 7:30pm: JOSHUA DAVIS

Heartland roots rock from Michigan troubadour Joshua Davis. Davis is known for his warm and weathered voice, poetic songwriting, and gift for connecting with audiences that span generations. Tickets: $15/Advance, $18/Day of Show. Lobby and Balcony Bars are open for all concerts for 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Saturday, April 17 at 7:30pm: MIKE FARRIS and the Fortunate Few

Nashville’s Mike Farris brings his own mix of blues, gospel, rock and soul, and is known for his dynamic and powerful shows! Tickets: $20/Advance, $25/Day of Show. Lobby and Balcony Bars are open for all concerts for 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Friday, April 24 at 7:30pm: JUDITH OWEN

British singer-songwriter and pianist Judith Owen’s musical eclecticism has seen her records shelved in the rock, folk, and jazz sections of record stores. Her live performances have been wowing listeners and gaining fans wherever she tours in Europe and North America. Tickets: $18/Advance, $21/Day of Show. Lobby and Balcony Bars are open for all concerts for 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

HIGH DEFINITION BROADCASTS

Saturday, Feb. 29 at 1pm: Met Opera LIVE: Handel’s AGRIPPINA

Live high-definition broadcast from New York’s Metropolitan Opera.

As the imperious title empress, mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato leads the Met premiere of Handel’s tale of deception and deceit. Harry Bicket conducts Sir David McVicar’s wry new production, which gives this Baroque black comedy a politically charged, modern updating. Run time: 3h 45min, with one intermission. $27/Adults, $15/18 and under, and college students with ID. The Strand lobby bar will be open for age 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com 

Sunday, March 1 at 1pm: Bolshoi Ballet in Cinema: SWAN LAKE

Captured-live broadcast from Moscow

Prince Siegfried must choose a bride, but encounters a mysterious and magnetic swan-woman, Odette, by the lake and is captivated. His vow of eternal love to her will have irreversible consequences. Tchaikovsky’s essential masterpiece is technically challenging and filled with vibrant emotion.  Running time: 2 hours 45 min. Tickets: $15/Adults, $10/Students 18 and under, and college students with ID. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com 

Tuesday, March 10 at 1pm: Met Opera ENCORE: Handel’s AGRIPPINA

High definition re-broadcast from New York’s Metropolitan Opera.

As the imperious title empress, mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato leads the Met premiere of Handel’s tale of deception and deceit. Harry Bicket conducts Sir David McVicar’s wry new production, which gives this Baroque black comedy a politically charged, modern updating. Run time: 3h 45min, with one intermission. $23/Adults, $20/Strand Members, $5/Students 18 and under, and college students with ID; available at the box office 30 minutes prior to show. The Strand lobby bar will be open for age 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com 

Saturday, March 14 at 1pm: Met Opera LIVE: Wagner’s DER FLIEGENDE HOLLANDER

Live high-definition broadcast from New York’s Metropolitan Opera.

New Production! Evgeny Nikitin is the mysterious seafarer searching for salvation. Director François Girard, whose mesmerizing production of Parsifal recently wowed Met audiences, returns to stage Wagner’s eerie early masterwork.Valery Gergiev conducts. Run time: 2hours,  19min. $27/Adults, $15/18 and under, and college students with ID. The Strand lobby bar will be open for age 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com 

Tuesday, March 24 at 1pm: Met Opera ENCORE: Wagner’s DER FLIEGENDE HOLLANDER

High definition re-broadcast from New York’s Metropolitan Opera.

As the imperious title empress, mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato leads the Met premiere of Handel’s tale of deception and deceit. Harry Bicket conducts Sir David McVicar’s wry new production, which gives this Baroque black comedy a politically charged, modern updating. Run time: 2 hours, 19min. $23/Adults, $20/Strand Members, $5/Students 18 and under, and college students with ID; available at the box office 30 minutes prior to show. The Strand lobby bar will be open for age 21+. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com 

 FILMS THIS WEEK

Sunday, Feb. 23 - Thursday, Feb. 27: LES MISERABLES

Stéphane (Damien Bonnard, Staying Vertical), has recently joined the Anti-Crime squad in Montfermeil, a sensitive district of the Paris projects. Paired up with Chris (Alexis Manenti) and Gwada (Djebril Zonga), whose methods are sometimes unorthodox, he rapidly discovers the tensions between the various neighborhood groups. When the trio finds themselves overrun during the course of an arrest, a drone begins filming every move they make. Directed by Ladj Ly. Starring Damien Bonnard, Alexis Manenti, Djibril Zonga. R (France | 2019) In French with English subtitles. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

 FILMS COMING SOON

Saturday, Feb. 29 - Thursday, March 5: ONCE WERE BROTHERS: ROBBIE ROBERSTSON AND THE BAND

A memoir of Robertson’s young life and the creation of one of the most enduring groups in the history of popular music. The film blends archival footage and interviews with rock & roll legends. Directed by Daniel Roher. Starring Martin Scorsese, Bob Dylan, Levon Helm, Bruce Springsteen, Taj Mahal, Eric Clapton. R (Canada | 2020) FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Friday, March 6 - Thursday, March 12: GREED

In this satire on the grotesque inequality of wealth in the fashion industry, Steve Coogan stars as a self-made British billionaire whose retail empire is in crisis after a damaging public inquiry. 

Directed by Michael Winterbottom. Starring Asa Butterfield, Isla Fisher, Sophie Cookson, Steve Coogan. R (UK | 2020) FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8: CAT VIDEO FEST 2020

A compilation of the latest, best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses.  A portion of proceeds support Pope Memorial Humane Society. Run time: 80 min. NR (USA | 2020) FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Friday, March 13 - Thursday, March 19: THE ASSISTANT

Emmy winner Julia Garner stars in this searing look at a day in the life of an assistant to a powerful executive. Directed by Kitty Green. Starring Julia Garner, Matthew Macfadyen, Makenzie Leigh. R (USA | 2020) FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com