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Kathleen Pletcher, executive artistic director of FirstWorks in Providence, joined BroadwayWorld.com to discuss the company's arts education program in Rhode Island, FirstWorks' upcoming 10th anniversary season, and an exciting musical collaboration with the world-renowned Kronos Quartet.

CIRKOPOLIS starts with a solid premise, and the show combines the circus arts Eloize is known for with dance, clowning, original music, and theatricality. Unfortunately, these elements never fully blend, and while Eloize's metropolis forms a cohesive setting, it fails to develop into an immersive world.

The 2nd Story company very ably presents this character-driven, dialogue-heavy piece, and under the smart direction of Mark Peckham, 'Dancing at Lughnasa' unfolds plainly and naturally.

Warwick's Ocean State Theatre Company made an ambitious choice in selecting 'Les Miserables' as the opening production for the 2013-14 season. OSTC's acting company is the strength of this staging, boasting top-notch performers and an exceptional ensemble cast.

Trinity Repertory Company starts off the 2013-14 season with a solid, hard-hitting production of John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath. Directed by Trinity's own Brian McEleney, this staging is thoughtful and streamlined with just the right touch of the company's unique creativity.

While the new touring production of EVITA is solid overall, individual elements never quite mesh and the performance is missing the sparkle it needs to soar.

Don't dismiss Theatre by the Sea's current production as 'just another' summer stock ANNIE. Matunuck's staging of this long-time family-favorite musical is one of the best of Rhode Island's theatricals so far this year.

Warwick's Ocean State Theatre Company stages a colorful, campy summertime production with the feature-film-turned-stage-musical, LEGALLY BLONDE.

The first wave of this year's One-Act Play Festival, very ably directed by Artists? Exchange actors Tom Chace and Kate Lester, features five selections highlighting the work of both local and national dramatists.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS is an ambitious undertaking for Matunuck's Theatre by the Sea. The venue's small stage area poses a challenge for the acrobatic, dance-heavy production, but the TBTS cast and crew meets and overcomes that obstacle with grace and lots of style.

Writer/actress Anne Pasquale graciously and gracefully shares her family's very personal history of heartbreak, endurance, love, and laughter through her compelling performance in 'BOB: Blessed be the Dysfunction that Binds.'

The touring production of WAR HORSE, now at the Providence Performing Arts Center, is a visual delight and a masterwork of theatrical craftsmanship.

The source material is captivating all on its own, and in the hands of the talented storytellers from Warren's 2nd Story and Pawtucket's Mixed Magic Theatres, 'The Exonerated' becomes a hard-hitting, living history of the endurance and determination of these six individuals.

Despite its Disney pedigree, the NETworks tour of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST runs into difficulties early on.

For two non-stop, high-energy hours, the performers in STOMP drum, dance, and – yes – stomp their way through an array of impressive percussive exhibitions.

Rhode Island theatergoers can expect an exciting season of comedy, drama, and music as local venues announce their summertime schedules. From downcity Providence to the sea breezes at Matunuck, here's a look ahead at summer theater highlights in the Ocean State.

Ocean State Theatre Company closes the inaugural season at its new Warwick location on a high note with a winning production of 'The King and I.'

'RAIN's' long history - dating back to the 1970s with both US and international tours, as well as a recent limited engagement on Broadway - attests to the high quality of the production. This tour boasts an amazing sound, a sharp, authentic look, and an impressively talented quintet of musicians.

Artists' Exchange gathered a solid ensemble of local actors for their production of 'Our Town,' and this group makes the most of each and every character portrayed on stage.

The long-running 'Blue Man Group' presents a new touring production that combines smart physical comedy, brilliant visual effects, impressive musical talent, and the odd science lesson to create 90 minutes of non-stop entertainment.