Providence Performing Arts Center
Latest News on Providence Performing Arts Center:
58 Participating Regional Awards Programs Set for 2026 Jimmy Awards (Feb 18, 2026)
PPAC Opens Registration for Summer Musical Theatre Intensives (Jan 30, 2026)
Theaters Cancel Performances Due to Severe Weather - Updating Live (Jan 23, 2026)
58 Participating Regional Awards Programs Set for 2026 Jimmy Awards (Feb 18, 2026)
PPAC Opens Registration for Summer Musical Theatre Intensives (Jan 30, 2026)
Theaters Cancel Performances Due to Severe Weather - Updating Live (Jan 23, 2026)
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Video: Nick Fradiani & Cast Perform 'Sweet Caroline' in Rehearsals for A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Tour
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-11 13:45:25
VIDEO: FUNNY GIRL Announces Broadway Closing; New Performance Montage
by Team BWW - 2023-03-02 08:59:20
VIDEO: Casey Nicholaw and Caitlin Kinnunen Give Emotional Speeches at THE PROM's Final Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2019-08-11 18:21:26
VIDEO: Relive THE PROM's Journey on Broadway as the Show Wraps Up its Run
by Stephi Wild - 2019-08-11 17:21:04
TV: THE BAND'S VISIT National Tour Gets Ready to Hit the Road!
by TV - On the Road - 2019-06-12 12:01:05
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT Gives its Final Curtain Call on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - 2019-04-07 20:14:09
VIDEO: Katrina Lenk Performs 'Omar Sharif' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-02-05 10:13:26
TV: Board the Helicopter and Meet the Stars of the MISS SAIGON Tour
by Julie Musbach - 2018-09-07 15:43:33
VIDEO: On This Day, July 31: The Memory Lives Again with the First Broadway Revival of CATS
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-07-31 15:18:43
VIDEO: Alison Luff Bids Farewell to MARGARITAVILLE with Original Song
by Julie Musbach - 2018-07-02 12:47:11
TV: Hear the New People Sing in the Rehearsal Room for LES MISERABLES on Tour!
by TV - On the Road - 2017-09-07 10:49:04
TV: Willkommen Back! Watch Performances from the CABARET National Tour
by TV - On the Road - 2016-01-11 13:04:15
TV: BEAUTIFUL Won't Be So Far Away Much Longer- Meet the Cast of the National Tour!
by TV - On the Road - 2015-09-08 11:11:26
TV: Watch Highlights of Paige Faure, Andy Jones & More in CINDERELLA on Tour!
by TV - On the Road - 2014-10-27 12:06:17
TV: The Prince Is Giving a Ball! Watch a Performance Preview of CINDERELLA on Tour!
by TV - On the Road - 2014-09-26 12:00:48
TV Exclusive: Inside a Magical CINDERELLA Fitting with Paige Faure and William Ivey Long!
by TV - On the Road - 2014-09-28 09:00:51
TV Exclusive: Meet the Company of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Tour- Jacquelynne Fontaine and Frank Viveros
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-11-17 15:00:01
TV Exclusive: Meet the Company of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Tour- Craig Bennett, Linda Balgord & Edward Staudenmayer
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-11-16 15:00:01
TV Exclusive: Meet the Company of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Tour- John Rigby
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-11-15 15:00:01
News
58 Participating Regional Awards Programs Set for 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
PPAC Opens Registration for Summer Musical Theatre Intensives
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Registration is now open for The Providence Performing Arts Center's 2026 summer musical theatre intensives. How To Be A Part of the Cast: Cast members must apply for admission into the program. An audition or recording may be requested.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Registration is now open for The Providence Performing Arts Center's 2026 summer musical theatre intensives. How To Be A Part of the Cast: Cast members must apply for admission into the program. An audition or recording may be requested.
Theaters Cancel Performances Due to Severe Weather - Updating Live
by Team BWW - Jan 23, 2026
As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.
by Team BWW - Jan 23, 2026
As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH DAVID FOSTER AND KATHERINE MCPHEE Cancelled at PPAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Due to unforeseen circumstances, An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has been cancelled.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Due to unforeseen circumstances, An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has been cancelled.
Review: CLUE LIVE ON STAGE! at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Christopher Verleger - Jan 17, 2026
What did our critic think of CLUE LIVE ON STAGE! by the Providence Performing Arts Center, based on the beloved board game which inspired the 1985 movie, Clue, starring Tim Curry and Madeline Kahn.
by Christopher Verleger - Jan 17, 2026
What did our critic think of CLUE LIVE ON STAGE! by the Providence Performing Arts Center, based on the beloved board game which inspired the 1985 movie, Clue, starring Tim Curry and Madeline Kahn.
Providence Performing Arts Center To Host Community Blood Drive With Rhode Island Blood Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2026
Providence Performing Arts Center will host a community blood drive with the Rhode Island Blood Center in partnership with WPRI. The drive will take place at PPAC and aims to support local hospitals during a critical winter donation period.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2026
Providence Performing Arts Center will host a community blood drive with the Rhode Island Blood Center in partnership with WPRI. The drive will take place at PPAC and aims to support local hospitals during a critical winter donation period.
Nambi E. Kelley's JOHN LEWIS MUSICAL to Open At State Theatre New Jersey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026
Hero: The Boy From Troy, Musical About John Lewis, featuring book by Nambi E. Kelley with lyrics, composition, and music direction by Joe Plummer, directed by Daniel Carlton, will open at State Theatre New Jersey.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026
Hero: The Boy From Troy, Musical About John Lewis, featuring book by Nambi E. Kelley with lyrics, composition, and music direction by Joe Plummer, directed by Daniel Carlton, will open at State Theatre New Jersey.
PPAC Unveils Schools to Participate in 2026 Disney Musicals in Schools Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center has revealed the five new schools that have been selected to participate in the 2026 Disney Musicals in Schools program.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center has revealed the five new schools that have been selected to participate in the 2026 Disney Musicals in Schools program.
CLUE To Play Limited Engagement At Providence Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center will present CLUE for a limited engagement this January as part of the 2025–2026 Encore Series. The stage adaptation, inspired by the 1985 film and the classic Hasbro board game, brings its comedic whodunit to Rhode Island for a three-performance run.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center will present CLUE for a limited engagement this January as part of the 2025–2026 Encore Series. The stage adaptation, inspired by the 1985 film and the classic Hasbro board game, brings its comedic whodunit to Rhode Island for a three-performance run.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Christopher Verleger - Dec 3, 2025
Providence Performing Arts Center presents “Water for Elephants,” a moving, spectacular musical based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling historical romance novel and the 2011 movie adaptation starring Reese Witherspoon. With music and lyrics by Pig Pen Theatre Co. and book by Rick Elice, “Water for Elephants” debuted on Broadway in 2024 and was nominated for seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
by Christopher Verleger - Dec 3, 2025
Providence Performing Arts Center presents “Water for Elephants,” a moving, spectacular musical based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling historical romance novel and the 2011 movie adaptation starring Reese Witherspoon. With music and lyrics by Pig Pen Theatre Co. and book by Rick Elice, “Water for Elephants” debuted on Broadway in 2024 and was nominated for seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Providence Performing Arts Center To Serve As A Toys For Tots Collection Site Throughout The Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center will participate in the annual Toys for Tots campaign beginning November 29, inviting audiences to donate new, unwrapped toys during select performances.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center will participate in the annual Toys for Tots campaign beginning November 29, inviting audiences to donate new, unwrapped toys during select performances.
Leadership Transition Revealed at The Providence Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2025
Long-time President and CEO J.L. “Lynn” Singleton will leave that position and as of January 1, 2026, General Manager Alan J. Chille will take the helm as President and CEO of PPAC.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2025
Long-time President and CEO J.L. “Lynn” Singleton will leave that position and as of January 1, 2026, General Manager Alan J. Chille will take the helm as President and CEO of PPAC.
“Weird Al” Yankovic Will Return to Providence Performing Arts Center In July 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025
“Weird Al” Yankovic will bring his BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 Tour to the Providence Performing Arts Center on July 14 at 7:30 p.m. The tour will visit 90 cities across North America.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025
“Weird Al” Yankovic will bring his BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 Tour to the Providence Performing Arts Center on July 14 at 7:30 p.m. The tour will visit 90 cities across North America.
'Weird Al' Yankovic Sets Massive 2026 'BIGGER & WEIRDER' Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 17, 2025
Following his 2025 tour, “Weird Al” Yankovic will return to the road in 2026 with the next chapter of his BIGGER & WEIRDER Tour, hitting 90 cities across North America. Find out where he is playing!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 17, 2025
Following his 2025 tour, “Weird Al” Yankovic will return to the road in 2026 with the next chapter of his BIGGER & WEIRDER Tour, hitting 90 cities across North America. Find out where he is playing!
PPAC Reveals 2025-2026 Teen Ambassadors
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced the selection of thirty high school students for its 2025/2026 Teen Ambassador program. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced the selection of thirty high school students for its 2025/2026 Teen Ambassador program. Learn more here!
Review: HADESTOWN at Providence Performing Art Center
by Jay Pateakos - Nov 8, 2025
What did our critic think of HADESTOWN at Providence Performing Art Center?
by Jay Pateakos - Nov 8, 2025
What did our critic think of HADESTOWN at Providence Performing Art Center?
Tickets for Disney’s THE LION KING at Providence Performing Arts Center Go On Sale November 14
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Tickets for the long-awaited return of Disney’s The Lion King at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) will go on sale Friday, November 14, 2025, at 10 a.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Tickets for the long-awaited return of Disney’s The Lion King at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) will go on sale Friday, November 14, 2025, at 10 a.m.
THE OUTSIDERS Tickets On Sale This Week At The Providence Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
Tickets for the Tony Award-winning musical THE OUTSIDERS go on sale October 31 for its Providence Performing Arts Center engagement, running April 14–19, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
Tickets for the Tony Award-winning musical THE OUTSIDERS go on sale October 31 for its Providence Performing Arts Center engagement, running April 14–19, 2026.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 24, 2025- LIBERATION On Broadway First Look And More
by - Oct 24, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 24, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Providence Performing Arts Center Unveils 2025"2026 ARTS Showcase Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has announced the 2025–2026 ARTS Showcase season, featuring six live and virtual performances designed for Rhode Island students in grades K–8.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has announced the 2025–2026 ARTS Showcase season, featuring six live and virtual performances designed for Rhode Island students in grades K–8.
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