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Jordan's Furniture Underwrites OSTC's Family Fun Fest
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which will be opening its fifth season later this month, in its comfortable stadium-style theatre in Warwick, has announced that Jordan's Furniture will once again be supporting OSTC's 2016-17 Family Fun Fest as a Community Outreach Partner.
TCG's Veterans and Theatre Institute Joins Forces with Trinity Rep
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2016
The Veterans and Theatre Institute (VTI), a pilot program to empower veterans and active-duty military personnel to experience, study, and create theatre, has announced its partnership with Trinity Repertory Company (Trinity Rep).
BWW Review: Thrilling BEOWULF: A THOUSAND YEARS OF BAGGAGE
by Andria Tieman - September 13, 2016
The thought of seeing a dramatic version of the epic poem Beowulf may make many people cringingly remember the sweaty days of undergrad and trying to parse meaning out of Olde English while being lorded over by a condescending professor and at least one overly enthusiastic classmate who won't shut up about it. Or maybe that's just me. The good news is that Tritnity Rep's production of BEOWULF: A THOUSAND YEARS OF BAGGAGE is not only hilarious, but 100% accessible even to those who have never read, and maybe don't want to read, the book.  This play is half academic lecture--but funny, and half manic musical fever dream, which come together beautifully to create a spectacle of light and sound.  Punctuated by dramatic, towering sets and scowling warrior maidens, it feels like Mad Max meets Bladerunner set in a wholly new dystopia.  This is a play that is fully immersive and unlike anything else out there.  It's so exciting to know the basic plot of a story, but still be surprised with what comes next, and this production is unexpected and unique in the best way.
BWW Review: Renaissance City Theatre Brews Strong BLACK COFFEE at the Granite
by Veronica Bruscini - September 10, 2016
Hercule Poirot, Agatha Christie's most celebrated sleuth, is on the case at Westerly's historic Granite Theatre. The Belgian detective steps into the footlights in the rarely performed BLACK COFFEE, Christie's first stage play. Renaissance City Theatre does the script full justice, delivering a well-acted, well-paced, and well-staged mystery sure to keep audiences guessing 'whodunit' until the very end.
Preview Performance and On Sale Date Announced for Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2016
The National Tour of The Lincoln Center Theater Production ofRodgers and Hammerstein's THE KING AND I will launch at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) this fall. A preview performance has been announced for Sunday, October 30, 2016 at 1P, with regular performances running from Tuesday, November 1 through Sunday, November 6, 2016.
Photo Flash: Trinity Rep Presents BEOWULF: A THOUSAND YEARS OF BAGGAGE
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2016
Trinity Rep opens its 53rd season Ghosts of the Past, Dreams of the Future with Jason Craig and Dave Malloy's Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage directed by Artistic Director Curt Columbus.  Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage runs through October 9, 2016.
Ocean State Theatre Company Expands 2016-17 Family Fun Fest with 'POLKADOTS' & More
by BWW News Desk - September 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 Saturday mornings, which this year has been expanded and will be offered from September through June.
DESDEMONA to Open Burbage Theatre Company's Sixth Season
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 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.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of BEOWULF: A THOUSAND YEARS OF BAGGAGE at Trinity Rep
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2016
Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company kicks off their 2016-2017 season, Ghosts of the Past, Dreams of the Future with Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage, directed by Curt Columbus. Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage running September 8 - October 9, 2016 in Trinity Rep's Chace Theater. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!
Rock 'n' Roll Musical BEOWULF: A THOUSAND YEARS OF BAGGAGE Kicks Off 2016-17 at Trinity Rep
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2016
Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company kicks off their 2016-2017 season, Ghosts of the Past, Dreams of the Future with Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage, directed by Curt Columbus. Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage running September 8 - October 9, 2016 in Trinity Rep's Chace Theater.
Preview Performance and On Sale Date Announced for Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2016
The National Tour of The Lincoln Center Theater Production ofRodgers and Hammerstein's THE KING AND I will launch at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) this fall. A preview performance has been announced for Sunday, October 30, 2016 at 1P, with regular performances running from Tuesday, November 1 through Sunday, November 6, 2016.
13th Annual Providence Improv Fest Announces Lineup
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2016
The 13th Annual Providence Improv FEST, will be taking place at AS220 Black Box at 95 Empire St. and AS220 Main Stage at 115 Empire St., in downtown Providence on September 22-24, 2016. 
Garrick Ohlsson Joins Rhode Island Philharmonic For Opening Concert
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2016
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra welcomes celebrated pianist Garrick Ohlsson to begin this season, Music Director Larry Rachleff's last leading the Orchestra. Ohlsson will play Beethoven's Piano Concerto No.5, Emperor, with the Orchestra. The program also features Smetana's The Bartered Bride Overture and Lutoslawski's Concerto for Orchestra. The TACO Classical concert isSaturday, September 17 at 8:00pm, with the AMICA Rush Hour concert on Friday, September 16 at 6:30pm.
Full Cast Announced for WICKED Engagement at PPAC!
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
The WICKED Tour recently welcomed Jessica Vosk as Elphaba and Kristen Martin as Nessarose to the Company. Providence will be the second city that Ms. Vosk and Ms. Martin visit as part of the WICKED National Tour.
Epic Theatre Company to Return to Cranston with THE GUYS
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
After a blockbuster summer, Epic Theatre Company is returning to Cranston for its fifth full season-beginning with the moving and powerful drama 'The Guys' by Anne Nelson, directed by Wendy Overly.
Photo Flash: SLAMMING DOORS Farce Extends at Contemporary Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
The Contemporary Theater Company has announced that its popular show, Slamming Doors, has extended its run with additional performances on September 8 and 9. Scroll down for a look at the cast in action!
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of BEOWULF: A THOUSAND YEARS OF BAGGAGE at Trinity Rep
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company kicks off their 2016-2017 season, Ghosts of the Past, Dreams of the Future with Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage, directed by Curt Columbus. Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage running September 8 - October 9, 2016 in Trinity Rep's Chace Theater. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!
Jackie Burns, Robert Creighton, Felicia Finley and More Set for BROADWAY SPOTLIGHT at Ocean State Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
Producer Stephen DeAngelis, who has produced over 200 different Broadway concerts at venues in New York and across the United States, will return to his native Rhode Island to produce his first concert in his home state.
Photo Flash: First Look at Granite Theatre's BLACK COFFEE
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2016
Renaissance City Theatre Inc., the producing entity at the Granite Theatre of Westerly announces the opening Agatha Christie's 'Black Coffee'. The show opens Friday September, 2016 and runs all Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm through October 2, 2016. Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Stage and Screen Star Aaron Tveit to Play The VETS
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2016
Broadway, TV, and film actor and singer Aaron Tveit will play The VETS in Providence on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 7:00pm.
Pat Mitchell and More Set for Ocean State Theatre Company's 2016-17 Cabaret Club
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit professional theatre company, which recently completed its fourth season in its comfortable stadium-style theatre in Warwick, has announced the schedule for its 2016-17 Cabaret Club.
Rhode Island Philharmonic Announces 2016-17 Season with Director Larry Rachleff's Last Year, 9/17
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2016
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will soon begin its 2016-2017 Season, Music Director Larry Rachleff's last leading the Orchestra. Beginning on September 17, eight Saturday classical concerts and four Friday Rush Hour concerts will take place at The VETS, 1 Avenue of the Arts in Providence.
Rhode Island Philharmonic Music To Hold Youth Ensemble Auditions, 9/1 And 9/8
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2016
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Youth Jazz Ensembles (RIPYJazz) will hold auditions, by appointment only, for the RIPYJazz Big Band, Paul Murphy Touring Ensemble and Jazz Combos. For an audition application or more information, please visit musicschool.riphil.org or contact Youth Ensembles Manager Chelsea Anderson at 401-248-7038 or canderson@riphil.org.
The Kingston Trio Joins Narragansett Bay Chorus at Ocean State Theatre on September 10
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
The Kingston Trio, the groundbreaking, Grammy Award-winning American Pop-Folk group, joins 15-Time District Champions, Narragansett Bay Chorus, along with senior quartet champions, Trade Secret and up and coming collegiate stars, Curtain Call, for a very special American A Cappella show on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 2:00 and 7:30pm.
Contemporary Theater Company Seeks Projects for 2017 Springboard Season
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
The Contemporary Theater Company is known for its focus on the community and local talent. Now they invite the community to propose new projects for the 2017 Springboard Season.

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Gwendolyn Goes Hollywood in Rhode Island Gwendolyn Goes Hollywood
Ballet RI Black Box Theater (2/8 - 2/22)
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Into the Woods in Rhode Island Into the Woods
Arts Alive! (3/13 - 3/15)
Machinal in Rhode Island Machinal
University of Rhode Island, J Studio (5/14 - 5/17)
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