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Publick Theatre Boston returns to the familiar, eclectic worlds of English gardens, strained family relations, and quantum physics with the New England premiere of Charlotte Jones's award-winning comedy Humble Boy.

Award-winning pianist and singer Diana Krall will play a one-night only performance at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 7:30P, in celebration of her latest album, Quiet Nights, a Brazilian bossa nova-influenced jazz collection.

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New Rep is pleased to close its third season of Downstage @ New Rep with Sam Shepard's Fool for Love.

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The Weston Friendly Society presents 'Once Upon a Mattress' Based upon the timeless fairy tale of the Princess and the Pea, 'Once Upon a Mattress' tells the story of Prince Dauntless, the heir to his kingdom, who is still looking for a wife that his mother, the Queen, will approve.

The children are the role models in this uneven adaptation of Harper Lee's beloved American classic about bigotry, injustice, and the power of human kindness

Underground Railway Theater presents How Do You Spell Hope?, a theatrical experience for the whole family based on true stories of people who overcame great obstacles to learn to read, playing at the Central Square Theater Friday, February 13 through Sunday, March 1.

Directed by Curt Columbus, this riveting family drama, written by David Hare, is among the best local productions I have seen this season.

An aging actor and a young playwright debate the personal and the political in this backstage drama by renowned South African Athol Fugard at New Repertory Theatre

Enjoy the Blues Saturday February 28, 2009 - 8:00 PM with DUKE ROBILLARD '.

The Courthouse Center for the Arts has kicked off its 2009 Main Stage season with The Graduate.

Celebrating their 20th Anniversary of innovative programming, The Theater Offensive's annual benefit gala is set for Tuesday April 28, 2009 at 7:30pm.

Foothills Theatre, which has been in operation for over 34 years, is facing a financial crisis.

- Since 2003, Seacoast Repertory Theatre?s (the Rep) Youth Mainstage program has featured the region?s most talented young theatre artists showcasing their amazing abilities through a fully realized, professionally supported production.

Stephen Lynch is king of the mocking lyric wrapped in a sweet, angelic voice.

The greatest family musical of all time, THE WIZARD OF OZ, is coming to Providence, as NETworks Presentations brings what they call a 'national treasure' to the Providence Performing Arts Center from February 27 - March 1, 2009.

New Repertory Theatre announces its 2009-2010 season, the inaugural season for new Artistic Director Kate Warner.

Join Miss Janice's Studio Theatre Company as they prepare for a production of Walt Disney's masterpiece.

Enjoy the Blues Saturday February 28, 2009 - 8:00 PM with DUKE ROBILLARD '.

Cotuit Center for the Arts, located at 4404 Falmouth Road (Rte.

The SpeakEasy Stage Company hits the mark with the Boston area premiere of David Harrower's 'Blackbird,' a harrowing account of a reunion between two lovers fifteen years after they parted.

A Year With Frog & Toad, opening Thursday, February 26 at Stoneham Theatre, follows the year-long adventures of Frog and Toad and their animal friends-Snail, Bird, Mole and Lizard.

Nighttime Traffic, a new musical with book, music and lyrics by Boston University senior Theatre Arts major Alex Wyse, premieres February 26-March 1 at Boston University.

TYA, Drama Learning Center's Teen Professional Company, will be performing The Wiz from March 12-15.