"Exhibition On Screen: Dawn of Impressionism - Paris 1874" - (1 hour, 30 minutes) - The Impressionists are the most popular group in art history - millions flock every year to marvel at their masterpieces. But, to begin with, they were scorned, penniless outsiders. 1874 was the year that changed everything; the first Impressionists, “hungry for independence,” broke the mould by holding their own exhibition outside official channels. Impressionism was born and the art world was changed forever. What led to that first groundbreaking show 150 years ago? Who were the maverick personalities that wielded their brushes in such a radical and provocative way? The spectacular Musée d’Orsay exhibition brings fresh eyes to this extraordinary tale of passion and rebellion. The story is told not by historians and curators but in the words of those who witnessed the dawn of Impressionism: the artists, press and people of Paris, 1874. See the show that changed everything on the big screen. Playing Wednesday, May 7 at 7 p.m. and Thursday, May 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $15 adult, $13 LT member, $5 youth.

"North By Northwest" - (1959; 2 hours, 16 minutes) - Lincoln Theater is pleased to be part of “Full Speed Ahead,” a Statewide Festival of Train Movies and events! Join us for a special screening of “North by Northwest” including an introduction by Michael Koryta, novelist and screenwriter ("Those Who Wish Me Dead"). Hitchcock’s masterfully constructed thriller centers on a suave, but unsuspecting, advertising executive (Cary Grant) mistaken for a government agent and pursued across the country by a sinister spy ring. Ernest Lehman’s original screenplay dazzles with its blend of suspense, wit, and romance. Critics consistently rank it as one of Hitchcock’s finest films, a mix of mistaken identity, espionage, exhilarating set pieces, Bernard Herrmann’s pulsating score, and the charismatic performances of Grant and Eva Marie Saint (at 100, the oldest living Oscar winner). Thursday, May 8 at 7 p.m. – regular film ticket prices.

"The Friend" - (R; 2 hours, 3 minutes) - Writer and teacher Iris (Naomi Watts) finds her comfortable, solitary New York life thrown into disarray after her closest friend and mentor (Bill Murray) dies suddenly and bequeaths her his beloved 150 lb. Great Dane. The regal yet intractable beast, named Apollo, immediately creates practical problems for Iris, from furniture destruction to eviction notices, as well as more existential ones, his looming presence constantly reminding her of her friend's problematic choices in both life and death. Yet as Iris finds herself unexpectedly bonding with the animal, she begins to come to terms with her past, her lost friend, and her own creative inner life. Friday, May 9 at 2 and 7 p.m., Saturday, May 10 at 7 p.m., Sunday, May 11 at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 14 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Thursday, May 15 at 2 p.m.

"The Harvey Girls" - (1946; 1 hour, 41 minutes) - Part of Full Speed Ahead - Join us for a special screening of “The Harvey Girls” including an introduction by Mark Griffin, film historian and biographer ("A Hundred or More Hidden Things: The Life and Films of Vincente Minnelli"). This was MGM’s answer to "Oklahoma!," a big Technicolor musical set in the Old West. Susan Bradley (Judy Garland) joins a group of spirited Midwestern Harvey Girls – waitresses who actually existed and served civility and meals along the Santa Fe Railway. Susan finds herself at odds with the rowdy saloon owner (John Hodiak) and his glamorous entertainers (led by Angela Lansbury). A crowd-pleasing romantic musical that’s elevated by Garland’s charm and the rousing numbers, including Academy Award winner, “On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe.” Saturday, May 10 at 2 p.m. at regular film ticket prices.

Coming soon:  2025 Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Tour - May 15; "Secret Mall Apartment" - May 16;  The Met Live in HD: "Salome" - May 17.

Tickets are available in advance through the theater’s 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 member 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!