Review: A DELIGHTFUL 'INTO THE WOODS' at Contemporary Theater Company
A DELIGHTFUL 'INTO THE WOODS' at Contemporary Theater Company
Rhode Island Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Rhode Island — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
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.
Review: GREASE at Theatre By The Sea
If the summer heat has you at wit’s end, there is no better way to stay cool than Theatre By The Sea’s stylish, energetic, remarkably entertaining production of “Grease,” the Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey musical that premiered on Broadway in 1972 and spawned the now classic 1978 movie starrin
DANCING FOURTH by Ballet RI to Offer Free Outdoor Performance at Waterplace Park
Ballet RI will present 'Dancing Fourth,' a free outdoor performance at Providence's Waterplace Park, featuring a world premiere honoring America's 250th anniversary and a Gold Medal-winning YAGP student performer.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
Vivian Fung's GODDESS//INSECT Will Make Regional Premiere
Newport Classical will present the New England premiere of Vivian Fung's Goddess//Insect, co-commissioned for violinist Kristin Lee and GRAMMY-nominated Sandbox Percussion, at The Breakers in Newport, RI.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL 50th Anniversary to Launch Flash Sale & Kids Auditions at Trinity Rep
Trinity Repertory Company announced a Christmas in July flash sale for its 50th anniversary production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, offering early access to November tickets, plus children's auditions for ages 8–12 at a Massachusetts location.
Worcester Teens to Premiere Original Show at Hanover Theatre's WYSH Project
Worcester youth will take the stage at the BrickBox Theater with an original production born from nearly 100 hours of collaboration through The Hanover Theatre's WYSH Project, founded in 2021.
CARMEN, THE NUTCRACKER and BALLET MEETS THE BEATLES Set for Ballet Rhode Island 2026-2027 Season
Ballet Rhode Island has revealed its 2026-2027 season, Icons In Motion, featuring a mix of world premieres, reimagined classics, and returning favorites.
INTO THE WOODS to Open at The Contemporary Theater Company This Summer
The Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, RI will present INTO THE WOODS, marking the company's first staging of the Sondheim musical after the production was postponed from 2020 due to the pandemic.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT: A NEW MUSICAL to Launch North American Tour at PPAC
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning OPERATION MINCEMEAT: A NEW MUSICAL will kick off the North American leg of its world tour at the Providence Performing Arts Center, with tickets going on sale soon.
1776 to Open at Little Theatre of Fall River Amid America's 250th Anniversary
Little Theatre of Fall River will present the musical 1776, directed by Paula Arruda, at B.
GREASE to Open at Theatre By The Sea for 93rd Season
Theatre By The Sea will present the musical Grease, this summer.
TEETH, GRAND HORIZONS, and THE ANTIPODES and More Set for Wilbury Theatre Group 2026/27 Season
Wilbury Theatre Group announced its 2026/27 Main Series season, featuring a world premiere, regional premieres, and Rhode Island premieres, including works by Michael R.
13 THE MUSICAL to Open at Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River
Little Theatre of Fall Rive will present a Youth Workshop production of 13, by Jason Robert Brown, opening at Narrows Center for the Arts.
WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
MWALIM TRIO to Headline Inaugural SouthCoast Jazz Festival in Fall River
The MWALIM TRIO will headline the inaugural SouthCoast Jazz Festival in Downtown Fall River, presented by the Bristol Black Collective as part of its Juneteenth Celebration, featuring Blues, Soul, and Jazz on Purchase Street.
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Mamma Mia! - In Concert NK Town Beach Bandshell (8/15-8/15) |
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Bell, Book and Candle The Arctic Playhouse (8/27-9/13) |
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Almost, Maine The Arctic Playhouse (11/05-11/22) |
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Get Merry! Swamp Meadow Community Theatre (12/11-12/13) |
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Carmen Ballet RI (5/25-5/27) |
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Plaza Suite The Little Theater Of Fall River (4/15-4/25) |
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Little Theater Of Fall River (12/03-12/13) |
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Little Women The Arctic Playhouse (10/01-10/18) |
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PVDFest Downtown Providence (9/18-9/19) |
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Made On Hope Ballet RI (4/16-4/25) |