This week at the movies: ‘The Hunger Games,’ ‘Of Mice and Men’ and more

Tue, 12/02/2014 - 1:00pm

The Harbor Theatre

“Birdman” or “The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance”  Michael Keaton stars as Riggan Thomson (Keaton), is producing an ambitious Broadway production that he hopes will breathe new life into his stagnant career. His only real claim to fame heretofore was as a superhero known as “Birdman.” It's risky, but he hopes his creative gamble will prove that he's a real artist and not just a washed-up movie star. Wednesday, Dec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m.

“The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, part 1: The worldwide phenomenon of “The Hunger Games” saga continues to set the world on fire. Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) is in District 13 after she literally shatters the games forever. Under the leadership of President Coin (Julianne Moore) and the advice of her trusted friends, Katniss spreads her wings as she fights to save Peeta (Josh Hutcherson) and a nation moved by her courage. Philip Seymour Hoffman appears in this, his final performance, as Plutarch Heavensbee. Plays at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, Saturday, Dec. 6, Wednesday, Dec. 10 and Thursday, Dec. 11; and at 2 and 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7.

The Harbor Theatre is located at 185 Townsend Avenue in the Meadow Mall across from Hannaford's. For more information, call 207-633-0438 or visit www.harbortheatre.net.

Lincoln Theater

In “St. Vincent,” a single mother (Melissa McCarthy) moves into a new home in Brooklyn with her 12-year old son. Forced to work long hours, she has no choice but to leave Oliver in the care of their new neighbor, Vincent (Bill Murray), a retired curmudgeon with a penchant for alcohol and gambling. Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 4 at 2 p.m.

“Birdman” or “The Unexpected Virtue Of Ignorance” plays Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 11 at 2 and 7 p.m.

NT Live on Broadway: “Of Mice and Men” stars James Franco and Chris O’Dowd in the hit Broadway production of Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck's play, “Of Mice And Men,” captured live on stage by National Theatre Live. Saturday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m.

NT Live: “JOHN”  DV8 Physical Theatre bring their powerful new production to the National Theatre. This new production authentically depicts real-life stories, combining movement and spoken word to create an intense and moving theatrical experience. One of those men was John. “JOHN” contains adult themes, strong language and nudity. Suitable for 18-plus. Screens live from London on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 3 p.m. and rebroadcast at 8 p.m.

The Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater Street, Damariscotta. For more information, call 207-563-3424 or visit www.atthelincoln.org.