The Waldo Theatre

09/02/2026

08/31/2026

Who knew the ocean was so funny?
The Ocean Hates You
October 1
Forrest Shaw, former marine biologist turned comedian, gives a voice to the ocean—and trust me, it has some things to say. The Ocean Hates You! dives straight into pollution, overfishing, climate change, plastic, and all the many ways humans have managed to trash the most important ecosystem on Earth.

Through a mix of stand-up, honest perspective, and a healthy dose of dark humor, Forrest breaks down how we got here and why the ocean has every right to be annoyed. But it’s not all doom. There’s still extraordinary life hanging on beneath the waves, and there are real actions—at both personal and community levels—that can slow the damage and even start reversing parts of it.

Participation starts right at the beginning of the show with trivia and other fun surprises woven into the night. Come laugh, learn, and walk out feeling a little more in awe of the ocean… and a bit more aware that while it may not be our biggest fan, it’s still worth fighting for.

Forrest Shaw spent over a decade as a marine and environmental biologist in Florida, working for Miami-Dade County, where he led the Manatee Protection Program and managed large water-quality and habitat-monitoring projects throughout the region. His fieldwork spanned seagrass communities, coral reef habitats, and sea turtle nesting, and he frequently collaborated with state and federal agencies on critical coastal ecosystem studies.

As a comedian Forrest has been featured at Netflix Is A Joke Fest, Just For Laughs Montreal, and Moontower Comedy Festiva. He’s performed on Conan, Live At Gotham, and Jim Jefferies and Friends and his debut special, Poor Decisions can be seen on Amazon.

08/31/2026

We are so incredibly excited to have Rufus Wainwright here on Thursday to kick off his tour with a SOLD OUT SHOW!

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08/26/2026

Feng E: Teen Uke Sensation from Taiwan
October 18 at 4pm
https://our.show/fenge
Get ready to be amazed — Feng E, the viral ukulele virtuoso from Taiwan, makes his Maine debut! After lighting up stages from Los Angeles to New York City, Feng E now brings his breathtaking talent to New England.

Feng E first stunned the world at just ten years old when his mesmerizing ukulele rendition of Tommy Emmanuel’s Classical Gas went viral. Almost overnight, the young prodigy became an international sensation—appearing twice on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and captivating millions more on Asia’s Got Talent and America’s Got Talent.

Since those early viral days, Feng E has evolved into one of the most electrifying young artists in the global ukulele scene. His dazzling performances have graced stages across Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, China, and Hawaii, earning him international awards and headline slots. His groundbreaking 2024 U.S. West Coast tour wowed audiences with show-stopping sets at the Los Angeles International Ukulele Festival, alongside national TV and radio appearances.

With nearly one million YouTube subscribers and countless millions of views, Feng E continues to push boundaries and redefine what the ukulele can do. In 2025, he headlined the Denver International Ukulele Festival and saw his band Resonance Effect capture the top prize at Taiwan’s Taoyuan Iron Rose Hot Sound Awards—their version of Idol.

Now, this teenage virtuoso returns to U.S. stages, ready to captivate audiences once again. Experience the energy, emotion, and pure joy of an artist who’s redefining a generation of music.

08/25/2026

The Waldo is turning 90. Help us keep it comfortable for 90 more.

You are cordially invited to join us Thur, Aug 27th (5–7 PM) at .waldoboro.inn to raise funds for a new heating & cooling system to protect our historic home for decades to come.

Your gift is matched 3-to-1 by the Maine Historic Preservation Commission, so your donation goes 4x as far. We need to raise roughly $50K to unlock our full grant, and with work starting in October, the clock is ticking.

🥂 $50 tickets include drinks + light bites
🤝 Meet new Executive Director Jeff Wiseman and new board members Keith Mestrich, Lydia Crafts, and Bradly Widener
📍 Waldoboro Inn; Thur, Aug 27, 5–7 PM

Space is limited so RSVP today! link in comments 👇

08/25/2026

Get ready to relive the magic of Elvis Presley!
September 20 at 4pm
Viva Las Elvis featuring Memphis Sun Mafia Band
https://our.show/vivalaselvis

Dan Fontaine grew up in Massachusetts and was raised listening to the music of Elvis Presley. At 16, he began his music career singing and playing guitar at Hillcrest Church, where his father pastors. In 2014, Dan began performing his tribute to Elvis all over New England, working at his craft which aims to capture the energy, passion, and vocal prowess of The King. He is a gifted band leader, originally fronting Fellowship of The King and currently performing his regional tribute show, "Viva Las Elvis: From Sun To Vegas" feat. Memphis Sun Mafia Band.

Dan Fontaine is an award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist, and has competed at Images of The King and Ultimate Elvis festivals/competitions nationally and internationally.

08/25/2026

Low ticket warning!
John Craigie with special guest Humbird
September 17
https://our.show/craigie

08/24/2026

The Ghost of Paul Revere: Ghosts Never Die (Film Documentary)
October 8
https://our.show/ghostdoc
Would you give up everything you’ve ever wanted for the friends who have stuck with you through everything?

Friends since childhood, a band for eleven years, saying goodbye in 6 months. As iconic Maine folk-holler band The Ghost of Paul Revere climbs increasingly closer to their dreams of national success as a band, internal relationships start to fray. The Documentary ‘Ghosts Never Die’ tracks the band’s origins, rise, and decision to set their instruments down at the peak of their popularity in conversations with the band and the people who know them best.

Set to the backdrop of their “The Last Ride” tour, we follow the band to Red Rocks, Denmark, and back home to Portland, Maine as they say goodbye to a sold-out audience of 6,400 diehard fans at Thompson’s Point for Ghostland 2022.

Running time 77 minutes

08/22/2026

Summer almost over? “Inconceivable!” Bring the family to one last summer movie before school starts, Rob Reiner’s timeless classic, The Princess Bride. Tickets are only $5