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A STAGED READING FOR 'A NEW HOME'

On Friday, August 1, 2025, L/A Community Little Theatre welcomed an audience of interested guests to a staged reading of "A New Home" at the theater on Academy Street in Auburn. The 20-year-old musical has been updated to bring to life the stories of Lewiston's Indigenous, Franco-American, African, and other immigrant communities, whose contributions have shaped the city's identity and culture. 

Thank you to Russ Dillingham, the Sun Journal's Staff Photographer, for his work.


Veteran Community Little Theatre actors Nakesha Warren and Glen Atkins practice a song Friday night.
Veteran Community Little Theatre actors Nakesha Warren and Glen Atkins practice a song Friday night.
L/A Community Little Theatre Executive Director Brandon Chaloux welcomes the audience Friday night at the Auburn theater. 
L/A Community Little Theatre Executive Director Brandon Chaloux welcomes the audience Friday night at the Auburn theater. 
Paul G. Caron, right, and Mark Fredericks play music Friday night for actors singing one of eight songs for the updated musical "A New Home."
Paul G. Caron, right, and Mark Fredericks play music Friday night for actors singing one of eight songs for the updated musical "A New Home."
Among the audience members attending were from left Joline Caron, Sue Caron, Monique Grenier, Amanda Grenier, Robert Caron, and Kathleen Grenier. 
Among the audience members attending were from left Joline Caron, Sue Caron, Monique Grenier, Amanda Grenier, Robert Caron, and Kathleen Grenier. 
Meredith Greer and her daughter Julia Pfohl were in the audience. Greer's husband Brian Pfohl and other daughter Elle Pfohl participated in the reading.
Meredith Greer and her daughter Julia Pfohl were in the audience. Greer's husband Brian Pfohl and other daughter Elle Pfohl participated in the reading.

 
 
 

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cookie clicker
Jun 22
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

What a wonderful insight into the staged reading process! I love how you highlighted the community's support for new works. cookie clicker Have you considered incorporating audience feedback in future performances? I think it could enhance the development!

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May 23
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

This seems like a fantastic example of how local theater can preserve history while also creating space for new voices and perspectives. The photos and descriptions give the event a warm, authentic atmosphere that feels very community-driven. Modern entertainment comes in many forms today, from live performances to fast-paced online games, and slope 2 unblocked is a great example of a simple but highly engaging browser game built around quick reflexes and smooth gameplay.

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May 23
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

I really enjoyed the focus on collaboration and representation throughout this staged reading. The combination of music, storytelling, and community participation makes the production sound both heartfelt and engaging. It’s especially nice to see local theater continuing to evolve and tell stories that reflect the experiences of many different groups. For audiences who also enjoy suspenseful interactive experiences online, Granny unblocked offers a tense escape-style horror challenge that has become very popular among browser gamers.

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May 23
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

The article captures a strong sense of community involvement and artistic passion. It’s great to see veteran performers, musicians, and local families all participating together in a production that celebrates cultural diversity and shared history. Events like these remind people how important live theater remains in bringing communities together. Outside the arts, accessible online entertainment has also become part of modern social culture, and baseball bros unblocked is a fun example of a browser-based game that people can quickly enjoy with friends anytime.

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May 23
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

This sounds like a wonderful community production with a meaningful focus on local history and cultural identity. I really appreciate how “A New Home” highlights the voices and contributions of Indigenous, Franco-American, African, and immigrant communities in Lewiston. Updating an older musical to reflect a broader and more inclusive perspective is a powerful way to keep theater relevant and emotionally impactful. Creative storytelling projects like this also connect well with people who enjoy language and wordplay, which is why games such as infinite wordle continue attracting players through customizable puzzle challenges and shared online experiences.

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