DARK STAR ORCHESTRA to Return to PPAC This Fall
The Grateful Dead tribute act DARK STAR ORCHESTRA will perform at the Providence Performing Arts Center as part of its newly announced fall tour, with tickets going on sale this week.
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The latest theatre news from Rhode Island — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Newport Classical to Launch 2026-2027 Chamber Series With Twelve Concerts
Newport Classical announced its sixth full-season Chamber Series, presenting twelve concerts at its Recital Hall in downtown Newport, with tickets going on sale to the public this summer.
Review: TITANIC THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at Theatre By The Sea
What did our critic think of TITANIC THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at Theatre By The Sea?
THE NUTCRACKER to Return for Ballet Rhode Island's 49th Season
Ballet Rhode Island will present THE NUTCRACKER at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence, with tickets ranging from $26 to $130 available exclusively through authorized sources.
THE GETAWAY DRIVER World Premiere Cast Set at Trinity Repertory Company
Trinity Repertory Company announced the cast for the world premiere of THE GETAWAY DRIVER, a true crime docudrama inspired by Katherine Ann Power, with Resident Company Members Rebecca Gibel and Rachael Warren starring in Providence.
Photos: FRINGEPVD Returns to Providence's Valley Arts District for 13th Annual Festival
Wilbury Theatre Group will present FRINGEPVD, the 13th annual Providence Fringe Festival, featuring 21 performance groups across multiple Valley Arts District venues, with free community events throughout the week.
LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT to Tour 30+ U.S. Cities This Holiday Season
GEA Live, RoadCo, and Fifth Season announced LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT will visit more than 30 U.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Hanover Theatre to Feature New Director for 19th Annual Production
Director Billie Aken-Tyers, a veteran of national tours including SIX and Beetlejuice, will make her Hanover Theatre debut helming the venue's 19th annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL this holiday season.
DEREK HOUGH DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour to Make Multi-City Debut This Fall
Four-time Emmy winner Derek Hough announced a multi-city DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS tour, kicking off in Phoenix and wrapping in San Jose, with stops in Seattle, Austin, Salt Lake City, and Nashville.
HAMLET to Open in New Bedford with Reverie Theatre Group This August
Reverie Theatre Group will present a free production of HAMLET at the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum in New Bedford, MA, set in a present-day American South Baptist church and directed by Omar Laguerre-Lewis.
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, COPENHAGEN & More Set for Burbage Theatre Co. 15th Season
Burbage Theatre Co announced its 15th season, subtitled 'Past is Prologue,' featuring five plays at its Pawtucket, RI home, kicking off with MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING directed by Stephen Thorne.
TITANIC to Continue Theatre By The Sea's 93rd Season
Theatre By The Sea will continue its 93rd season with Titanic The Broadway Musical.
Trial by Theatre to Make Debut With THE GROWN-UPS
Trial by Theatre, a newly established Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts theatre company, will make its debut this August with The Grown-Ups.
Jackie Burns, Kristen Beth Williams and More to Lead DEATH BECOMES HER Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the first year of the multi-year North American Tour of Death Becomes Her, launching at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH this September.
Tony-Winners Victoria Clark, Stephanie J. Block & Emmy-Nominee Tituss Burgess Set for Broadway in Worcester 2026-2027 Season
Broadway in Worcester announced its 2026-2027 season at the BrickBox Theater, featuring Tony Award-winners Victoria Clark and Stephanie J.
THE BODYGUARD To Play Providence Performing Arts Center, On Sale Date For Tickets Announced
The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that tickets for THE BODYGUARD will go on sale on this month.
1776 to Be Celebrated at Free History Event by Little Theatre of Fall River
Little Theatre of Fall River and the Lafayette-Durfee House will present a free event exploring Fall River's Revolutionary War history and the story behind 1776: The Musical, featuring cast performances and a panel discussion.
Review: A DELIGHTFUL 'INTO THE WOODS' at Contemporary Theater Company
A DELIGHTFUL 'INTO THE WOODS' at Contemporary Theater Company
Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
Theatre By The Sea to Launch 2026 Children's Festival This Summer
Theatre By The Sea announced its 2026 Children's Festival, featuring multiple productions including DREAMERS ON ADVENTURES: SING-A-LONG at its Rhode Island venue.
OCEAN STATE RENAISSANCE FAIRE to Return to Wakefield for Second Annual Weekend
Rhode Island's only Renaissance Faire returns to Saugatucket Park and The Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, featuring sword fighting, artisan vendors, live Dungeons & Dragons, and a new four noble houses storyline.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Photos: PAGEANT: THE MUSICAL to Open at Little Theatre of Fall River
Little Theatre of Fall River is presenting Pageant, a musical by Bill Russell, Frank Kelley, and composer Albert Evans, at Little Theatre's Firebarn.
Tickets to BOSTON POPS HOLIDAY CONCERT at PPAC on Sale This Week
The Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra, led by Conductor Keith Lockhart, will return to the Providence Performing Arts Center for its annual holiday concert, featuring seasonal favorites and a traditional sing-along.
HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION to Be Presented by RISE at Assembly Theater in Rhode Island
Rhode Island Stage Ensemble's RISE Teen program will present HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at the Assembly Theater in Harrisville, RI, directed by Danielle Pennacchia with music direction by Arianna Jordan.
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Mamma Mia! - In Concert NK Town Beach Bandshell (8/15-8/15) |
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PVDFest Downtown Providence (9/18-9/19) |
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Bell, Book and Candle The Arctic Playhouse (8/27-9/13) |
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Little Theater Of Fall River (12/03-12/13) |
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Ballet Meets The Beatles Ballet RI (3/12-3/21) |
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The Secret Garden The Little Theater Of Fall River (2/04-2/14) |
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The Nutcracker Ballet RI (12/17-12/27) |
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Deathtrap The Little Theater Of Fall River (10/15-10/25) |
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A Real Life Fairy Tale: Princess Diana Ballet RI (4/25-5/02) |
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Carmen Ballet RI (5/25-5/27) |