Friday to Nov. 9. The Public Theatre, 31 Maple St., Lewiston, $35, $15 for ages 12-18, $20 for under 25. thepublictheatre.org.
Stephen King’s bestselling psychological thriller that earned a Kathy Bates an Oscar in the film version has been transformed into a theatrical production you won’t want to miss. “Misery” tells the disturbing, riveting story of what happens when writer Paul Sheldon is held captive by super-fan Annie Wilkes. You’ll feel the suspense all the way down to your ankles during William Goldman’s adaptation. Catch a post-show discussion on Sunday, a pre-show wine sampling on Oct. 30 and a pre-show beer sampling Nov. 1.
Friday to Sunday. Downtown Ogunquit and surrounding locations. ogunquit.org.
The 22nd annual OgunquitFest is three days of family-friendly fun. On Friday, downtown businesses will be handing out candy during the 5-7 p.m. trick-or-treating session. The rest of the weekend is packed with an artisan craft fair, classic car show, costume parade, live music and food trucks. On Saturday, bring your pooch to the Dogtoberfest costume parade and beach walk at 11 a.m. Sunday’s highlight is the High Heel Dash at 3 p.m. Prizes are handed out for best time, highest heel and most outrageous costume.
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7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. Oct. 29, 7 p.m. Oct. 30. Performances run through Nov. 2. Russell Hall at University of Southern Maine, 24 University Way, Gorham, $8-$18. porttix.com.
Imagine waking just after midnight every night startled by a recurring nightmare. That’s exactly what a teenager named Connor is dealing with, ever since his mother fell ill. Things take an even darker turn when an old yew tree in his yard comes to life. In a swirl of emotional angst, Connor wrestles with anger, loss and grief in a play about the human heart’s need to reconcile with the incomprehensible.
7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday. Westbrook Performing Arts Center, 471 Stroudwater St., Westbrook, $18-$48. porttix.com.
Lewis Carroll would surely approve of Portland Ballet’s interpretation of Alice’s unforgettable experience in Wonderland. With new choreography by artistic director Nell Shipman, expect a beguiling performance with familiar characters like the White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat and Mad Hatter. How deep does the rabbit hole go? You’ve got two chances to find out.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Fort Andross Mill, 14 Maine St., Brunswick, $5, free for 18 and under. shopmainecraft.com.
Get into a holiday shopping groove early by hitting the juried Guild Fine Craft Show, presented by the Maine Crafts Association. More than 40 Maine craft artists will be selling their wares, including ceramics, fiber (decorative and wearable), furniture, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, paper, stone and wood. The artists will all be there to talk about their creations.
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 26. WMPG, 92 Bedford St., Portland. wmpg.org.
If you love vinyl, cassette tapes, CDs and audio gear, this is not to be missed. WMPG’s annual driveway record sale will have a ton of goodies, priced to not give you sticker stock. While you add to your vinyl collection, grab a bite from the Fried Rice King food truck.