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MACBETH to Play the Contemporary Theater Company This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2016
Double, double toil and trouble: Shakespeare's spooky tragedy, Macbeth, is coming to the Contemporary Theater Company just in time for Halloween, running October 14 through November 12.
Counter-Productions Theatre to Present THE FINAL VOYAGE OF X MINUS ONE
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2016
Counter-Productions Theatre Company invites you to join them for The Final Voyage of X Minus One, a final voyage into time and space. They will present this program of live science fiction theatre at AS220's Blackbox at 95 Empire Street in Providence. These space faring adventures will run November 11th to November 20th.
Wilbury Theatre Group Announces AFTER ORLAND 11/1
by Ashlee Latimer - October 13, 2016
The Wilbury Group, in association with TAPS at Brown, announces After Orlando, a staged-reading of new plays from noted international playwrights in response the shooting at Pulse Nightclub, presented Tuesday November 1, 2016 at 8pm in Studio 1 in the Granoff Center for the Arts at Brown University.
Burbage Theatre Company Presents DESDEMONA: A PLAY ABOUT A HANDKERCHIEF
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2016
Burbage Theatre Company opens their sixth season with 'Desdemona: a play about a handkerchief' a feminist retelling of William Shakespeare's 'Othello' by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Paula Vogel, directed by Allison Crews, which opens previews Friday September 16.
Nominations Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 11, 2016
Nominations have now opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
BWW Review: Complicated APPROPRIATE at Trinity Rep
by Andria Tieman - October 11, 2016
APPROPRIATE is a show that manages to be both genuinely funny, but also somewhat hard to watch.  At its core, it's about family, legacy and secrets, but it manages to become something much larger and more complicated and messy than that.  Author Branden Jacobs-Jenkins manages to punctuate moments of extreme discomfort with the perfect injection of levity to avoid this turning into something that is exclusively difficult to watch, and excellent performances from Trinity resident actors Phyllis Kay, Fred Sullivan Jr. and Angela Brazil keep the dark narrative compelling even when it's squirmingly uncomfortable.
BWW Review: Heartwarming BILLY ELLIOT at Ocean State Theatre Company
by Andria Tieman - October 11, 2016
BILLY ELLIOT, the musical based on the movie of the same name, follows the development of a dance prodigy in Northern England during the 1984 miner's strike.  The story examines the juxtaposition between the working class world of mining and the posh world of dancing, along with traditional masculine ideals and family sacrifice.  The musical version features some truly fantastic dancing and standout vocal performances that create a show that is both dazzling and heartwarming to watch.
Festival Ballet Providence to Present Works by Balanchine and Plotnikov
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2016
Festival Ballet Providence's (FBP) acclaimed Black Box Theatre series Up Close on Hope will feature one of the most popular works by iconic choreographer George Balanchine, in addition to two vastly different works by resident choreographer Viktor Plotnikov. The program will also include a pair of works by former Boston Ballet principal dancer Yury Yanowsky and a new collaboration between company dancer Ty Parmenterand storyteller Valerie Tutson. This popular Black Box series gives audiences a perspective on dance unlike any other, providing an experience that is both intimate and breathtaking. The first of two unique programs in the company's 2016-2017 Season runs November 4-6 and 11-12, 2016.
Ocean State Theatre Company Expands 2016-17 Family Fun Fest with 'POLKADOTS' & More
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2016
Looking for something to do with your kids? Why not introduce them to the magic of live theatre at Ocean State Theatre in Warwick! Ocean State Theatre Company's Family Fun Fest features a variety of performances being held on select Today mornings, which this year has been expanded and will be offered from September through June.
Photo Flash: Trinity Rep Presents APPROPRIATE
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2016
Trinity Rep continues its 53rd season Ghosts of the Past, Dreams of the Future with MacArthur "Genius" Grant-winnerBranden Jacobs-Jenkins' Appropriate by directed Brian Mertes.  Appropriate runs through November 6, 2016.
BOOTYCANDY Will Arrive at Epic Theatre Company This October
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2016
Epic Theatre Company is over-the-moon about its October production-the Rhode Island Premiere of Bootycandy by Robert O'Hara.
Ace Aceto's ROYAL FLUSH COMEDY Returns to Granite Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2016
Granite Theatre of Westerly is happy to announce the return engagement of Ace Aceto's Royal Flush Comedy Today October 7 at 8 pm!  This shows line-up offers the talents of Ace and four very talented comedians.
Ava Gaudet to Star in 'QUEEN BOUDICCA at Metal Opera' at Rhode Island School of Design
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2016
QUEEN BOUDICCA a Metal Opera is based on the real life Queen Boudicca of the Celtic Iceni tribe- perhaps the greatest freedom fighter in Celtic History.
Tony Award-Winner Beth Leavel and Tony & Olivier Nominated Gavin Lee Appear at Ocean State Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2016
Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner, Beth Leavel and Tony and Olivier nominated and Drama Desk Award-winner, Gavin Lee, will be performing as part of the Broadway Spotlight concert scheduled for Monday, October 17 at Ocean State Theatre in Warwick.
Trinity Rep Presents Obie-Award Winning Dark Comedy APPROPRIATE
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2016
Trinity Repertory Company continues season 53, Ghosts of the Past, Dreams of the Future with Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' gripping play,  Appropriate, directed by Brian Mertes. Performances run October 6 - November 6, 2016 in Trinity Rep's Dowling Theater. Tickets are available at www.trinityrep.com, by calling (401) 351-4242 or at the theater's box office at 201 Washington St., Providence.
OUT LOUD Theatre Presents 5th Season THAT WAY MADNESS LIES
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2016
Since 2012, OUT LOUD Theatre has grown into an experimental and movement oriented ensemble, rooted in creating visceral and immersive experiences with creative and innovative artists. Located in the heart of Providence, Rhode Island and currently acting as one of The Mathewson Street Collaborative's 2017 Artists in Residence, OUT LOUD announces it's upcoming Season 5: 'THAT WAY MADNESS LIES'.
Ocean State Theatre Company to Launch 2016-17 Piano Bar Series
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently opened its fifth season in its comfortable stadium-style theatre in Warwick, has announced the kick-off of this season's Piano Bar Series, which will be held following select Friday and Saturday evening performances of the company's current production of the ten-time Tony Award-winning musical, Billy Elliot: The Musical.
John Cleese to Make Appearance at PPAC Screening of MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2016
Living comedy legend, JOHN CLEESE, is heading in your general direction for a live and truly unforgettable evening of conversation and audience Q&A on Saturday, January 14th, 2017 at Providence Performing Arts Center. Absurd and/or ridiculous questions only, please.
Trinity Rep Announces New Mural Overlooking La Salle Square
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2016
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New England's Favorite Holiday Tradition A CHRISTMAS CAROL Starts November 5
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2016
Trinity Rep announces its annual presentation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, directed by James Dean Palmer, and featuring resident acting company member Brian McEleney as Scrooge. Performances run November 5 through December 31.Tickets are on sale now and by phone at (401) 351-4242, online at www.trinityrep.com, or in person at the theater's box office at 201 Washington St. A Christmas Carol is presented by Cardi's Furniture with supporting sponsors Amica Insurance and Hasbro, Inc.
The Granite Theatre of Westerly Announces the Opening of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2016
The Granite Theatre of Westerly announces the opening of the funny and warm hearted musical "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" with music and lyrics by Clark Gesner and based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schultz in is comic strip Peanuts.  The show opens Friday October 14, 2016 and runs all Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm through November 13, 2016.  Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson.   
Gamm Extends ARCADIA by Popular Demand
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2016
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) announces 6 additional performances of Arcadia, extended by popular demand through October 23. Tom Stoppard'sundisputed masterpiece, directed by Fred Sullivan, Jr., has been playing to full houses and critical praise since it opened in previews two weeks ago.
MACBETH to Play the Contemporary Theater Company This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2016
Double, double toil and trouble: Shakespeare's spooky tragedy, Macbeth, is coming to the Contemporary Theater Company just in time for Halloween, running October 14 through November 12.
OSTC's Family Fun Fest Opens with Rhode Island Premiere of POLKADOTS: THE COOL KIDS MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company is thrilled to open the 2016-17 Family Fun Fest with the Rhode Island Premiere of the award-winning new musical, Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical for one performance only on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 11:00 am. 

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