Providence Performing Arts Center News

Review Roundup: HADESTOWN Tour Kicks Off; What Are The Critics Saying?

by Stephi Wild — October 25, 2021

Hadestown, the 2019 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, officially opened its North American Tour on October 15, at The John F.

Single Tickets for the Balance of Shows in PPAC's Season to Go On Sale Next Week

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 22, 2021

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JERSEY BOYS to Return to PPAC in June 2022

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 20, 2021

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PPAC Announces 2021/2022 Experience PPAC Season

by Stephi Wild — October 20, 2021

This season, Experience PPAC will offer a hybrid of three virtual, pre-recorded performances that all Rhode Island students can view and four live in-person performances for a limited number of 10th grade Rhode Island students.

The Ultimate Queen Celebration Takes the Stage at Providence Performing Arts Center This Weekend

by A.A. Cristi — October 19, 2021

The Ultimate Queen Celebration starring Marc Martel is coming to the Providence Performing Arts Center this Saturday, October 23, 2021 at 8P.

Comedian Ali Wong Makes Her PPAC Debut On November 12

by A.A. Cristi — October 18, 2021

Comedian Ali Wong will make her Providence Performing Arts Center debut on Friday, November 12 at 7 p.

PPAC Announces Cancellation of THE GREATEST HITS OF FOREIGNER Concert

by Stephi Wild — October 14, 2021

FOREIGNER ticketholders who purchased their tickets from PPAC will automatically receive a refund; no further action is needed.

BWW Review: PRETTY WOMAN - THE MUSICAL at Providence Performing Arts Center

by Jay Pateakos — October 13, 2021

I'm not the biggest fan of romantic comedies-so predictable and just too much, well, drama you know? Probably why the movie studios have shied away from these over the past 18 months.

Photos: First Look at Olivia Valli and Adam Pascal in PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 12, 2021

The producers of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL have released the first production photo for the tour featuring Olivia Valli as Vivian Ward and Adam Pascal as Edward Lewis.

The Lindsey Stirling Christmas Program Comes to PPAC in December

by Stephi Wild — October 5, 2021

Platinum-selling electronic artist, violinist, and multi-talented entertainer Lindsey Stirling, known all over the world for her unique, futuristic violin-driven electronic music and exquisite live show, has announced the return of her annual Christmas tour for 2021.

Lindsey Stirling Announces The Lindsey Stirling Christmas Program Tour; Full Tour List

by Michael Major — October 4, 2021

Find the full tour schedule for Lindsey Stirling in 2021.

Exclusive: Kaden Kearney Will Star As Emma In THE PROM National Tour; Full Cast Announced

by BWW Staff — September 30, 2021

Casting has been announced for the upcoming National Tour of THE PROM.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think Of WICKED On Tour?

by Allison Henry — September 22, 2021

Wicked is back on the road across the country, and the reviews are in! The cast includes Talia Suskauer (Elphaba), Allison Bailey (Glinda), Sharon Sachs (Madame Morrible) and Tony Award and Drama Desk Award winner Cleavant Derricks (The Wizard).

Complete Casting Announced For JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at PPAC

by Stephi Wild — September 17, 2021

With rehearsals now underway, the producers of the critically-acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR have announced the complete casting for the triumphant return of the 50th Anniversary North American tour.

Review Roundup: HAMILTON Re-Launches 'Philip Company' Tour

by Stephi Wild — September 14, 2021

The cast is led by Pierre Jean Gonzalez as Alexander Hamilton, with Ta'Rea Campbell, Marcus Choi, Jared Dixon, Desmond Sean Ellington, Warren Egypt Franklin, Neil Haskell, Elijah Malcomb Stephanie Jae Park, Paige Smallwood, and more.

2021 Rhody Awards For Historic Preservation Announced, PPAC Honored With Historic Preservation Project Award

by A.A. Cristi — September 8, 2021

Preserve Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission announced today the honorees of the 13th annual Rhody Awards for Historic Preservation.

PRETTY WOMAN THE MUSICAL Announces Full Casting For North American Tour

by Stephi Wild — September 7, 2021

Joining previously announced stars Adam Pascal as Edward Lewis and Olivia Valli as Vivian Ward are Jessica Crouch as Kit De Luca, Kyle Taylor Parker as Happy Man/Mr.

Trinity Rep, Other Rhode Island Performance Venues and Organizations to Require Audience Vaccinations, Masks

by A.A. Cristi — August 25, 2021

Trinity Repertory Company and eight other Rhode Island performance venues and organizations have formed a partnership to provide for the safety of their audiences, artists, staff, and volunteers, based on current scientific evidence and best practices around the country.

Rhode Island Performance Venues to Require Audience Vaccinations and Masks

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 25, 2021

The Providence Performing Arts Center and The Veterans Memorial Auditorium along with 7 other Rhode Island performance venues and organizations have formed a partnership to provide for the safety of their audiences, artists, staff, and volunteers, based on current scientific evidence and best

Cheap Trick to Perform at The Providence Performing Arts Center This November

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 23, 2021

The Providence Performing Arts Center announced today that Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees CHEAP TRICK will perform live on the PPAC stage on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 8P.