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Josh Short is the Founding Artistic Director of The Wilbury Theatre Group, where his directing credits include; Martin McDonagh’s The Lieutenant of Inishmore, Eugene Ionesco’s Exit the King (w/ Rebecca Noon), Kristoffer Diaz's The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity, and the New England premieres of Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (w/ David Tessier), Lisa D'Amour's Detroit, and Wallace Shawn's adaptation of The Threepenny Opera.


As an actor with the Wilbury Group he appeared in the New England premiere of Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries, and the group's inaugural production, Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?. Other theatres include; Perishable Theatre (Providence, RI), The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (Pawtucket, RI), Elemental Theatre Collective (Providence, RI), The LaJolla Playhouse (San Diego, CA), The Gaslamp Quarter Drama Department (San Diego, CA), The Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival (Provincetown, MA), and The Providence Black Repertory Company, where he served as Associate Producer from 2008 until their closing in 2010. He lives outside Providence with his wife Christine, and daughters, Raegan and Olivia.

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Photos: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY to Make Rhode Island Premiere at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2026

Wilbury Theatre Group is presenting the Rhode Island premiere of the Tony Award-winning Girl from the North Country by Conor McPherson with music and lyrics by Bob Dylan, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature. See photos here!
Rhode Island Premiere Of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Announces Cast And Creatives
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 25, 2026

Wilbury Theatre Group announced the cast and creative team for the Rhode Island premiere of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, the Tony Award-winning musical by Conor McPherson featuring Bob Dylan's music, directed by Josh Short.
Wilbury Theatre Group to Celebrate 16 Years with SWEET SIXTEEN Gala on May 9
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026

Wilbury Theatre Group unveils SWEET SIXTEEN: A Fundraising Gala for Wilbury Theatre Group on Saturday, May 9, celebrating the theatre company's 16 years of groundbreaking performances and adventurous audiences in Providence.
Wilbury Theatre Group to Stage Rhode Island Premiere of THE COMEUPPANCE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

Wilbury Theatre Group has announced the cast and creative team of the Rhode Island premiere of The Comeuppance by Pulitzer Prize Award Winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by Don Mays.
Wilbury Theatre Group To Present SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS Rhode Island Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026

Wilbury Theatre Group will present the Rhode Island premiere of SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS, directed by Tanya Martin and written by Bess Wohl. The production, featuring a talented cast and creative team, will run from January 29 to February 15, 2026. This play explores the human need for connection through a silent retreat, blending humor with profound themes.
Performances Added For OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has added multiple performances for the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short.
Review: Crisp, Bracing 'OCTET' at Wilbury Theatre Group
by John McDaid - Dec 9, 2025

CRISP, BRACING 'OCTET' AT THE WILBURY at Wilbury Theatre Group?Crisp, Bracing 'OCTET' at Wilbury Theatre Group: Quirky a cappella musical takes on our digital obsessions
Photos: First Rehearsal Of Dave Malloy's OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group will present the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short with musical direction by Milly Massey. See rehearsal photos here. 
Cast and Creative Team Set For Wilbury Group's OCTET
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has announced the cast and creative team of the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy. Learn more here!
Maitrayee Bhattacharyya & Sara Kasen Join Wilbury Theatre Group's Board Of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has added two members to the Board of Directors: Maitrayee Bhattacharyya & Sara Kasen. Learn more about the
Photos: FROM HERE TO WHERE Launches Wilbury Theatre Group’s 2025/26 Main Series Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group will open its 2025/26 Main Series Season with the world premiere of From Here to Where, a new musical with book by Umberto Crenca and music by The Gillen Street Ensemble. See photos of the production.
FROM HERE TO WHERE Will Have World Premiere at Wilbury Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group will kick off its 2025/26 Main Series Season with the world premiere of From Here to Where, a new musical with book by Umberto Crenca and music by The Gillen Street Ensemble.
Full Schedule Set for Providence Fringe Festival Presented By Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2025

The full schedule has now been revealed for the 12th Annual FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group. Tickets and FRINGE Passes are now available.
Artists Revealed and Passes On Sale For The 12thAnnual FRINGEPVD: Providence Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

The Artist lineup for the 12th Annual FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group has been announced and FRINGE Passes are now available.
Review: AMERICAN IDIOT at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Christopher Verleger - Jun 3, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group concludes its season with a powerful, spirited, heart-stopping production of “American Idiot,” a musical based on rock band Green Day’s concept album of the same name.
Photos: In Rehearsal For AMERICAN IDIOT At Wilbury Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2025

Check out rehearsal photos of the cast, crew, and creative team of American Idiot at Wilbury Theatre Group, featuring music by Green Day, lyrics by Billie Joe Armstrong, book by Billie Joe Armstrong and Michael Mayer.
Cast And Creative Team Set for AMERICAN IDIOT at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has revealed the cast, crew, and creative team of the final show of their 2024/25 Main Series Season, American Idiot. Learn more and see how to attend!
Cast and Creative Team Set for FAT HAM at Wilbury Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has revealed the cast and crew of the Rhode Island premiere of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize Winner for Drama: Fat Ham by James Ijames, directed by Don Mays. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE FATHER: A TRAGIC FARCE at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Jay Pateakos - Jan 26, 2025

What did our critic think of THE FATHER: A TRAGIC FARCE at Wilbury Theatre Group?
Wilbury Theatre Group Kicks Off 2025 With THE FATHER
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has announced the cast and creative team for the professional Rhode Island premiere of The Father: A Tragic Farce by Florian Zeller, translated by Christopher Hampton.

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