ROCKLAND - The Strand Theatre in Rockland has added four new films, one broadcast, and two live performances to their upcoming lineup.

FILMS:

Nov. 19: The French Dispatch

This new film from director Wes Anderson is a love letter to journalists set in an outpost of an American newspaper in a fictional 20th-century French city that brings to life a collection of stories published in The French Dispatch. Directed by Wes Anderson. Starring Benicio del Toro, Adrien Brody, Tilda Swinton, Léa Seydoux, Frances McDormand, Timothée Chalamet, Bill Murray and Owen Wilson. R (USA | 2021) FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Dec. 10: Warren Miller’s Winter Starts Now

Warren Miller is back with its 72nd annual film, featuring the best snow riding from the mom and pop ski hill down the street to the highest peak on the horizon. In addition to speed riding and hitting the moguls, you’ll meet a rising star Paralympic snowboarder and follow along with the first-ever disabled ski descent of Denali. Tickets: $20/Advance, $21/Door. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

HIGH DEFINITION BROADCASTS

Saturday, December 11 and Tuesday, December 21 at 1 p.m.: Met Opera Encore: Aucoin’s Eurodyce

High-definition presentation from New York’s Metropolitan Opera. Due to a scheduling conflict with the Live show date, this opera is presented twice as an Encore.

A captivating new take on the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus, who attempts to harness the power of music to rescue his beloved Eurydice from the underworld from brilliant American composer Matthew Aucoin. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts, leading Aucoin’s evocative music and an immersive new staging by Mary Zimmerman. Run time: 2 hrs 45 mins, including one intermission. English subtitles. $23/Adults, $15/Strand Members, $5/Students 18 and under, and college students with ID. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com 

LIVE

Sunday, November 28 at 7:30 p.m.: Paula Poundstone

Known for her distinctive brand of spontaneous observational comedy, Poundstone is a regular panelist on National Public Radio's (NPR) weekly news quiz show Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!”   Tickets: $45/General Admission. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Saturday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m.: Kat Edmonson

Jazz vocalist with an equal foothold in cabaret and vintage cosmopolitan pop! 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. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Thursday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.: Squirrel Nut Zippers

For their Holiday Caravan 2021 Tour, the band performs classic holiday songs along with Squirrel Nut Zippers Hits! Tickets: $35/Advance, $40/Door. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

Friday, January 21 at 7:30p.m.: Goldenoak

Fronted by siblings Zak and Lena Kendall, GoldenOak’s rich folk-influenced harmony has an energetic intimacy. The Maine-based band’s music is rooted in the natural landscape, and rounded out by up-right bassist Mike Knowles and Drummer Jackson Cromwell. Tickets: $15/Advance, $18/Door. FMI Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland (207) 594-0070  www.RocklandStrand.com

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