"E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial" - (PG; 1982; 1 hour, 55 minutes) -  Free - Outside on the lawn of the Lincoln Home - Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to sit on and enjoy this family favorite under the stars. After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott (Henry Thomas). Bringing the extraterrestrial into his suburban California house, Elliott introduces E.T., as the alien is dubbed, to his brother, Michael (Robert MacNaughton) and his little sister, Gertie (Drew Barrymore), and the children decide to keep its existence a secret. Soon, however, E.T. falls ill, resulting in government intervention and a dire situation for both Elliott and the alien. Concessions will be available for purchase. NO COOLERS will be allowed. Friday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. The Lincoln Home is at 22 River Road, Newcastle. Friday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. This is a free event.

The Met Live in HD - Subscriptions and individual opera tickets are now on sale for the 2025-26 season of the Metropolitan Opera Live in HD! The Metropolitan Opera's award-winning series of live movie theater transmissions brings world-class opera productions direct from the Met stage in New York to cinemas around the globe. This season kicks off with Bellini’s “La Sonnambula,” being presented as an encore at Lincoln Theater and welcoming Dr. Morton Achter for the first pre-opera talk of the season! In November, Puccini’s “La Boheme” and Strauss’ “Arabella,” followed by Giordano’s “Andrea Chenier” in December. And in 2026 get excited for Bellini’s “I Puritani” with a pre-opera talk by Dr. Achter, Wagner’s “Tristan und Isolde,” Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin” with a pre-opera talk, and closing out the season at the end of May with a Metropolitan Opera Premiere, “El Ultimo Sueno de Frida I Diego” from Gabriella Lena Frank and Nilo Cruz. Subscribe to all eight operas and save 10%! More info, subscriptions, and tickets are all available at LincolnTheater.org.

Classic Film Club – Season 8: Stars & Noirs - This annual series celebrates the incredible films of the Golden Age of Hollywood! This year we bring you a cinematic mix-tape of comedies and film noirs. Hosted by film historian Jeannie MacDonald, each film begins with a short pre-film introduction and folks who wish to ask questions or chat about the film are invited to stay after for a post-screening discussion. This year’s slate of fims begins in November with “The Thin Man” (1934), followed by “The Asphalt Jungle” (1950), “Mr. Deeds Goes to Town” (1936), “Mildred Pierce” (1945), “Born Yesterday” (1950), and closing out the series in April with “Out of the Past” (1947). As a classic film club member (enrollment - $60 per person) you receive admission to all 6 films, a free small popcorn at each film, and a free wine or beer specially selected for that month’s classic at each film (non-alcoholic beverages are also available). Visit LincolnTheater.org to learn more and to enroll today!

Lincoln Theater is turning 150!  On Jan. 26, 1876, the formal dedication of Lincoln Hall was held with a grand march and gala event. Thus was born the beloved Lincoln Theater. We want you to help us celebrate by sharing your memories and thoughts about what makes Lincoln Theater special to you! If you have a moment to send us an email or give us a call we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to us at info@lincolntheater.org or (207) 563-3424.

What else are we doing to celebrate? First up - We’re giving the old girl a makeover! This September, we will close for interior work in the lobby and concessions area, as well as restoring the grand staircase, adding cupholders in the auditorium, and more! Then, for the entire 2026 calendar year, we will be celebrating with special events to recognize this incredible milestone. From experiencing the silent film era with live musical accompaniment to gathering for a banquet at Wanderwood in Nobleboro, we are looking forward to a year filled with excitement and shared experiences with you! Stay tuned for more info!

Tickets are available in advance through the online box office at www.LincolnTheater.org. Any remaining tickets are available at the door beginning 30 minutes before showtime. Movie tickets are $10 adult and $7 LT members and youth 18 and under. Special event ticket prices vary. Wednesday matinee screenings contain Open Captions unless otherwise specified. The Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater St. in downtown Damariscotta. Curtain going up!