The Irish . . . and How They Got That Way
by Frank McCourt
The Irish… And How They Got That Way is an irreverent history of the Irish through the tumultuous 20th and 21st centuries through the eyes of Pulitzer Prize winning author, Frank McCourt (Angela’s Ashes, ‘Tis, Teacher Man). McCourt’s razor sharp wit, coupled with his trademark bitter irony, and his boundless love for the Irish People are all underscored by glorious music extending all the way from the auld Irish folk ballades, through George M. Cohan’s patriotic love songs to America, World War II standards sung in movies, USOs and foxholes all over the world, and including the latest from contemporary Ireland’s U2.
Presented by Maine State Music Theatre and The Public Theatre
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Performance Dates
Wed, Fri, Sat @ 7:00 pm / Thu, Sat, Sun @ 2:00 pm
Preview – Wednesday, Aug 27, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Preview – Thursday, Aug 28, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Friday, Aug 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Wednesday, Sep 3, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Thursday, Sep 4, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Friday, Sep 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, Sep 7, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Thursday, Sep 11, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Friday, Sep 12, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Ticket Prices
Aug 27 & 28 Previews: $55 Premium / $40 Standard
Aug 29 – Sept 14:
$60 Premium / $45 Standard / $40 Group (15+)
$35 35 Below Members – Discount on 7:00 pm Preview & Standard Tickets only.
Read about our 35 Below discount program for ages 19-35.
Pricing includes all applicable fees. Call 782-3200 for Group Sales.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No refunds will be issued unless the performance is canceled.
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Lewiston, ME 04240
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