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On September 6th, 2025, Central Maine Artists for Justice * — a group of performers, musicians and artists from Central Maine — hosted a fundraising event on behalf of Mainers for Humane Immigration. All proceeds will go directly to Mainers for Humane Immigration, who use their funds to help people dealing with ICE.
The theme for the event's performances is titled, "Home is Where...?" At a time in the U.S. where immigrants and unhoused people are being violently targeted and criminalized, we seek to spend time together thinking about what "home" really means, either to those of us harmed by government policies and racism, or to those of us who have always had a safe home, and recognize that this is a privilege. For this fundraiser and talent showcase, we ask the audience and our performers to consider: How can we build a world where everyone has not just safe shelter, but a home where they feel belonging and support?
Cast members from Lewiston Auburn Community Little Theatre's upcoming original musical, A NEW HOME, performed the song "One More Goodbye" at the Benefit. Pictured are Joseph Daniels, Casey Waters, Janelle Raven, Karianna Merrill, Justin Morin, Susan Caron, Paul Caron, Kelsey Sukeforth, Lynn Thibault McLain, Brandon Sukeforth, and Gregory Judd.
* Central Maine Artists for Justice (aka "CMajor") is a creative collective formed in support of immigrants, the LGBTQIA+ community, bodily autonomy, and racial justice. Through the transformative power of the arts, we amplify and educate about social justice actions in Lewiston and throughout Maine. We serve as a hub by redirecting people and resources to engage with our community. We support the ongoing work of local social justice organizations through coalition building, arts events, and fundraising. CMAJ believes the arts serve as a tangible expression of the human experience to foster a deeper empathy for the humanity of all.
L/A Community Little Theatre members had a great time volunteering at Andwell Health Partners’ annual “Autumn Night Out” on September 5th, 2025, at Poland Spring Resort. Our members enjoyed dressing up to fit the “Speakeasy Soirée” theme! Costumes as fabulous as those worn by the CLT members can be rented for any occasion by scheduling an appointment at https://www.laclt.com/facility-costume-rentals. From Prom dresses, to parties, to shows, CLT has an abundance of costume pieces that will fit your needs!
L/A Community Little Theatre is proud to support other local businesses and join together as one. Thank you to Poland Spring and Andwell Health Partners for having us.
Updated: Sep 8
This month's theme for CLT'S CURTAIN CALL CHOREOGRAPHY was called "CHARLESTON!"! Taught by Ray Dumont, the August 22nd class focused on the Original Broadway Choreography for "We'll Take A Glass Together" from GRAND HOTEL: THE MUSICAL!
Ray has been working in professional theatre for over 30 years, as performer, educator, director, choreographer, and producer. Although his career has taken him all over the country, Maine has always been his home base. He has enjoyed over 20 seasons at Maine State Music Theatre, including four incredible years as Managing Director in the early 2000’s. In January 2024, Ray became the Executive Director of The Public Theatre in Lewiston, which will start its 35th season in October.
