Theatre By The Sea to Present BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, 6/1-19
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
In just three short years, Buddy Holly set the music world on fire and forever changed the face and sound of rock and roll. BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, the musical that charts his meteoric climb, legendary adventures and tragic fall on the fateful day the music died, will open the 2016 Musical season at Bill Hanney's award-winning Theatre By The Sea (TBTS), playing from June 1 thru June 19, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
In just three short years, Buddy Holly set the music world on fire and forever changed the face and sound of rock and roll. BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, the musical that charts his meteoric climb, legendary adventures and tragic fall on the fateful day the music died, will open the 2016 Musical season at Bill Hanney's award-winning Theatre By The Sea (TBTS), playing from June 1 thru June 19, 2016.
BWW Review: You're Doin' Fine - OKLAHOMA! at Trinity Repertory Company
by Veronica Bruscini - May 11, 2016
Trinity Repertory Company sings out its 52nd season with an entertaining, high-energy production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! The show is a fitting conclusion to Trinity's year-long "Rebels, Renegades, and Pioneers" theme as it celebrates the trailblazing spirit of the Oklahoma Territory's early settlers in story and song.
by Veronica Bruscini - May 11, 2016
Trinity Repertory Company sings out its 52nd season with an entertaining, high-energy production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! The show is a fitting conclusion to Trinity's year-long "Rebels, Renegades, and Pioneers" theme as it celebrates the trailblazing spirit of the Oklahoma Territory's early settlers in story and song.
Photo Flash: First Look at Trinity Rep's 52nd Season Closer OKLAHOMA!
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2016
Trinity Rep closes out its 52nd season Rebels, Renegades and Pioneers with Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA!, directed and choreographed by 2015 Emmy Award winnerRichard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins. OKLAHOMA! runs now through June 5, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2016
Trinity Rep closes out its 52nd season Rebels, Renegades and Pioneers with Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA!, directed and choreographed by 2015 Emmy Award winnerRichard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins. OKLAHOMA! runs now through June 5, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW Review: Take a Chance on EDUCATING RITA at 2nd Story Theatre
by Larry O'Brien - May 09, 2016
EDUCATING RITA by Willy Russell is running at 2nd Story Theatre at 28 Market St. in Warren until May 22. Ed Shea plays Frank, the jaded, just-this-side-of washed-out, alcoholic professor; and Tammy Brown plays Rita, a hairdresser who wants more out of life, who wants not simply a change in circumstances, but, as she says twice in the play, 'the change in yourself.' Rita wants to know, 'what's it like to be free?' If Frank ever knew, he has forgotten. Over the course of the very enjoyable two hours, they each get to look at what they know and to decide what must stay and what has to go. This play reminds you of Shaw's Pygmalion: the young woman comes to the older man seeking knowledge that can transform her life. Henry Higgins is more confidant then Frank in the value of what he has to offer, but Rita, whose real name turns out to be Susan, is every bit as convinced of its worth as Eliza Doolittle ever was.
by Larry O'Brien - May 09, 2016
EDUCATING RITA by Willy Russell is running at 2nd Story Theatre at 28 Market St. in Warren until May 22. Ed Shea plays Frank, the jaded, just-this-side-of washed-out, alcoholic professor; and Tammy Brown plays Rita, a hairdresser who wants more out of life, who wants not simply a change in circumstances, but, as she says twice in the play, 'the change in yourself.' Rita wants to know, 'what's it like to be free?' If Frank ever knew, he has forgotten. Over the course of the very enjoyable two hours, they each get to look at what they know and to decide what must stay and what has to go. This play reminds you of Shaw's Pygmalion: the young woman comes to the older man seeking knowledge that can transform her life. Henry Higgins is more confidant then Frank in the value of what he has to offer, but Rita, whose real name turns out to be Susan, is every bit as convinced of its worth as Eliza Doolittle ever was.
The Falcon Himself: Anthony Mackie Heads to Rhode Island Comic Con
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2016
Coinciding with the release of Captain America: Civil War, Rhode Island Comic Con, the Biggest Show in the Smallest State, for their 5th year anniversary has announced its latest guest - Anthony Mackie.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2016
Coinciding with the release of Captain America: Civil War, Rhode Island Comic Con, the Biggest Show in the Smallest State, for their 5th year anniversary has announced its latest guest - Anthony Mackie.
BWW Review: OUT LOUD Theatre Brings Intense and Stunning DRACULA to Life
by Robert Barossi - May 09, 2016
Storytelling is something that, fundamentally, defies definition. Who is to say how a story should best be told? How many different ways have stories been passed down over the centuries? Whatever our own preferences are for storytelling forms and devices, there are countless others, often used in successful ways. In its three years of existence, OUT LOUD Theatre has at times defied conventional definitions of storytelling and developed their own unique style. With its spectacular use of that style, their current production of Dracula is a gorgeous example of the company's storytelling prowess, wrapped in a unique and surprising piece of theatrical art.
by Robert Barossi - May 09, 2016
Storytelling is something that, fundamentally, defies definition. Who is to say how a story should best be told? How many different ways have stories been passed down over the centuries? Whatever our own preferences are for storytelling forms and devices, there are countless others, often used in successful ways. In its three years of existence, OUT LOUD Theatre has at times defied conventional definitions of storytelling and developed their own unique style. With its spectacular use of that style, their current production of Dracula is a gorgeous example of the company's storytelling prowess, wrapped in a unique and surprising piece of theatrical art.
BWW Review: Step Right Up! Brown/Trinity Rep Steals Spotlight with Sensational SIDE SHOW
by Veronica Bruscini - May 08, 2016
Theater world, take notice: The Brown/Trinity Rep M.F.A. Class of 2017 is a force to be reckoned with. Their staging of SIDE SHOW impresses in every particular from casting and costuming to setting, dramatic pacing, and lighting. From curtain to curtain, this is theatrical storytelling at its finest.
by Veronica Bruscini - May 08, 2016
Theater world, take notice: The Brown/Trinity Rep M.F.A. Class of 2017 is a force to be reckoned with. Their staging of SIDE SHOW impresses in every particular from casting and costuming to setting, dramatic pacing, and lighting. From curtain to curtain, this is theatrical storytelling at its finest.
Contemporary Theater Company to Host FAIRY TEA PARTY
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2016
The Contemporary Theater Company is celebrating spring with its 3rd Annual Fairy Tea Party on May 28 at 2 pm at the Kinney Azalea Gardens!
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2016
The Contemporary Theater Company is celebrating spring with its 3rd Annual Fairy Tea Party on May 28 at 2 pm at the Kinney Azalea Gardens!
17th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival Announces Award Winners
by Caryn Robbins - May 03, 2016
The Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF) announced today the winners of the 2016 Festival. On April 28, 2016, the Festival wrapped up its eight day run with the Southern California premiere of The Fixer starring Dominic Rains, James Franco, Rachel Brosnahan and Melissa Leo at Lido Live (3459 Via Lido, Newport Beach) with the post party in the Via Lido Plaza.
by Caryn Robbins - May 03, 2016
The Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF) announced today the winners of the 2016 Festival. On April 28, 2016, the Festival wrapped up its eight day run with the Southern California premiere of The Fixer starring Dominic Rains, James Franco, Rachel Brosnahan and Melissa Leo at Lido Live (3459 Via Lido, Newport Beach) with the post party in the Via Lido Plaza.
OSTC's Piano Bar Series to Continue with EVERYTHING GOES, 5/6
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), currently celebrating its fourth season in its comfortable stadium-style theatre in Warwick, is proud to announce the continuation of their post-performance Piano Bar Series. "Everything Goes" will be held following select Friday and Saturday evening performances of the company's current production of the Tony Award-winning Cole Porter musical comedy, Anything Goes.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), currently celebrating its fourth season in its comfortable stadium-style theatre in Warwick, is proud to announce the continuation of their post-performance Piano Bar Series. "Everything Goes" will be held following select Friday and Saturday evening performances of the company's current production of the Tony Award-winning Cole Porter musical comedy, Anything Goes.
BWW Review: Ocean State Ends Season with Effervescent ANYTHING GOES
by Robert Barossi - May 02, 2016
Like any art form, theatrical musicals can run the gamut in tone, style, tenor and execution. You can find everything from dark, serious brooding drama to light-as-a-feather, fluff-filled entertainments. Which is not to say that either side of the spectrum is better or worse than the other, there are highs and lows at both ends of the spectrum. When it comes to the lighter, fluffier fare, there are few as effervescent and entertaining as Cole Porter's Anything Goes, now receiving a top-notch production at Ocean State Theatre Company.
by Robert Barossi - May 02, 2016
Like any art form, theatrical musicals can run the gamut in tone, style, tenor and execution. You can find everything from dark, serious brooding drama to light-as-a-feather, fluff-filled entertainments. Which is not to say that either side of the spectrum is better or worse than the other, there are highs and lows at both ends of the spectrum. When it comes to the lighter, fluffier fare, there are few as effervescent and entertaining as Cole Porter's Anything Goes, now receiving a top-notch production at Ocean State Theatre Company.
BWW Review: Stately and Spellbinding SWAN LAKE Closes Festival Ballet's Season
by Veronica Bruscini - April 30, 2016
Festival Ballet Providence concludes its 38th season in high style with one of the grandest, most iconic ballets of all time: SWAN LAKE.
by Veronica Bruscini - April 30, 2016
Festival Ballet Providence concludes its 38th season in high style with one of the grandest, most iconic ballets of all time: SWAN LAKE.
Festival Ballet Providence to Stage SWAN LAKE This Spring
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2016
Festival Ballet Providence's (FBP) 38th Season concludes with one of the most iconic ballets the world has ever known: Swan Lake.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2016
Festival Ballet Providence's (FBP) 38th Season concludes with one of the most iconic ballets the world has ever known: Swan Lake.
BWW Review: JERSEY BOYS at Providence Performing Arts Cewnter
by Larry O'Brien - April 28, 2016
JERSEY BOYS has opened at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), 220 Weybosset St., Providence. The touring company moves out Sunday May 1, which does not give you a lot of time to pick a date, come up with the scratch and get your butt over there. This play rocks, and this iteration of it rocked PPAC opening night.
by Larry O'Brien - April 28, 2016
JERSEY BOYS has opened at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), 220 Weybosset St., Providence. The touring company moves out Sunday May 1, which does not give you a lot of time to pick a date, come up with the scratch and get your butt over there. This play rocks, and this iteration of it rocked PPAC opening night.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE WINTER'S TALE at The Gamm
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2016
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) closes Season 31 with THE WINTER'S TALE, William Shakespeare's bittersweet story about jealousy, revenge and loss...and the redeeming power of love. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2016
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) closes Season 31 with THE WINTER'S TALE, William Shakespeare's bittersweet story about jealousy, revenge and loss...and the redeeming power of love. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW Review: Enthralling WINTER'S TALE Spins a Storybook Ending to Gamm's Season
by Veronica Bruscini - April 27, 2016
Pawtucket's Gamm Theater has taken this complex, unique blend of storytelling and staged a glorious WINTER'S TALE, proving once again why the company is critically and popularly lauded as the gold standard for Shakespearean productions in Rhode Island.
by Veronica Bruscini - April 27, 2016
Pawtucket's Gamm Theater has taken this complex, unique blend of storytelling and staged a glorious WINTER'S TALE, proving once again why the company is critically and popularly lauded as the gold standard for Shakespearean productions in Rhode Island.
Epic Theatre Company Announces Big Move, 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2016
Epic Theatre Company has announced its 2016 - 2017 Season while celebrating its new home at the Park Theater in Cranston.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2016
Epic Theatre Company has announced its 2016 - 2017 Season while celebrating its new home at the Park Theater in Cranston.
Tickets on Sale Now for JERSEY BOYS at PPAC This Spring
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2016
Tickets are on sale now for the return engagement of the Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, playing the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), Today, April 26 through Sunday, May 1, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2016
Tickets are on sale now for the return engagement of the Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, playing the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), Today, April 26 through Sunday, May 1, 2016.
Wilbury Group to Conclude 2015-16 Season with Regional Premiere of JERUSALEM
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2016
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly closes its 2015/16 season with the Rhode Island premiere of Jerusalem, Jez Butterworth's epic Tony and Olivier award-winning play, May 19-June 4, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2016
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly closes its 2015/16 season with the Rhode Island premiere of Jerusalem, Jez Butterworth's epic Tony and Olivier award-winning play, May 19-June 4, 2016.
Epic Theatre to Premiere TOTAL STRANGERS
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2016
Epic Theatre Company will present the World Premiere of "Total Strangers." Inspired by Patricia Highsmith's masterpiece "Strangers on a Train," Kevin Broccoli has flipped the story of two random people who meet and get tangled up in a murder plot by switching genders and creating even more twists and turns than in the original novel and famous film.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2016
Epic Theatre Company will present the World Premiere of "Total Strangers." Inspired by Patricia Highsmith's masterpiece "Strangers on a Train," Kevin Broccoli has flipped the story of two random people who meet and get tangled up in a murder plot by switching genders and creating even more twists and turns than in the original novel and famous film.
PPAC to Offer New Subscribers Free Ticket to BULLETS OVER BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2016
New subscribers to the 2016/2017 Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series will receive a FREE ticket to BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) May 31 - June 5, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2016
New subscribers to the 2016/2017 Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series will receive a FREE ticket to BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) May 31 - June 5, 2016.
Trinity Rep to Present Everett Company's FREEDOM PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2016
?Trinity Rep is proud to present Providence's Everett Company's renowned multimedia theater piece, Freedom Project, in the Dowling Theater for two nights only, May 13 and 14, 2016. All tickets are $20 and available online at www.trinityrep.com, by phone at (401) 351-4242 or at the box office at 201 Washington St., Providence.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2016
?Trinity Rep is proud to present Providence's Everett Company's renowned multimedia theater piece, Freedom Project, in the Dowling Theater for two nights only, May 13 and 14, 2016. All tickets are $20 and available online at www.trinityrep.com, by phone at (401) 351-4242 or at the box office at 201 Washington St., Providence.
MIKE & MOLLY's Billy Gardell to Perform at The VETS, 10/28
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2016
MIKE & MOLLY's Billy Gardell will bring an evening of stand-up comedy to The VETS in Providence on October 28th at 8:00pm. Tickets are on sale tomorrow, Friday, April 22nd, and can be purchased online at www.TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421-ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC Box Office located at 220 Weybosset St, Providence. The VETS is located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence. The VETS Box Office is only open on show days.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2016
MIKE & MOLLY's Billy Gardell will bring an evening of stand-up comedy to The VETS in Providence on October 28th at 8:00pm. Tickets are on sale tomorrow, Friday, April 22nd, and can be purchased online at www.TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421-ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC Box Office located at 220 Weybosset St, Providence. The VETS is located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence. The VETS Box Office is only open on show days.
SISTER ACT, WEST SIDE STORY & More Set for Theatre By The Sea's Summer 2016 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2016
Bill Hanney is pleased to announce the full lineup for the 2016 Summer Season at the historic Theatre By The Sea (TBTS).
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2016
Bill Hanney is pleased to announce the full lineup for the 2016 Summer Season at the historic Theatre By The Sea (TBTS).
Counter-Productions Theatre Company to Present KILL THE VIRGIN
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2016
Counter-Productions Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Kill The Virgin by Rhode Island playwright, Kevin Broccoli. This absurdist play explores the role of women as featured in one of the most popular modern film genres. Set in "Anytown, America," the play tells the story of Ali, a misfit teenager who suddenly becomes aware that she is actually a doomed character in a horror movie. 'I wanted to write a play about a girl who refuses to be a victim," says Broccoli, "even when the world around her has other plans."
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2016
Counter-Productions Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Kill The Virgin by Rhode Island playwright, Kevin Broccoli. This absurdist play explores the role of women as featured in one of the most popular modern film genres. Set in "Anytown, America," the play tells the story of Ali, a misfit teenager who suddenly becomes aware that she is actually a doomed character in a horror movie. 'I wanted to write a play about a girl who refuses to be a victim," says Broccoli, "even when the world around her has other plans."
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