Tony Winner Betty Buckley to Perform at Ocean State Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2016
Television, film, concert and Tony Award-winning actress, Betty Buckley, will be appearing in concert at Ocean State Theatre in Warwick for one show only on Wednesday, April 6 at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2016
Television, film, concert and Tony Award-winning actress, Betty Buckley, will be appearing in concert at Ocean State Theatre in Warwick for one show only on Wednesday, April 6 at 7:30 pm.
Contemporary Theater Company to Offer Valentine's Chocolate & Wine Tasting
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2016
?Stuck without plans for Valentine's Day? The Contemporary Theater Company has you covered with events for lovers of chocolate, theater, and wine!
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2016
?Stuck without plans for Valentine's Day? The Contemporary Theater Company has you covered with events for lovers of chocolate, theater, and wine!
Ocean State Theatre Company Sets Upcoming Theatre Classes
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company is proud to announce the addition of theatre classes for students ages 9-14 to their educational offerings. The winter session, which begins February 22, will include classes focused on musical theatre, improvisation and acting.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company is proud to announce the addition of theatre classes for students ages 9-14 to their educational offerings. The winter session, which begins February 22, will include classes focused on musical theatre, improvisation and acting.
Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Programs to Present THESE SEVEN SICKNESSES
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2016
The Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Programs present Sean Graney's These Seven Sicknesses, an adaptation of Sophocles' seven remaining plays, directed by James D. Palmer ('16) beginning March 3, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2016
The Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Programs present Sean Graney's These Seven Sicknesses, an adaptation of Sophocles' seven remaining plays, directed by James D. Palmer ('16) beginning March 3, 2016.
BWW Review: Stellar Ensemble Soars in Wilbury Group's Fantastic STUPID F#%*ING BIRD
by Robert Barossi - January 26, 2016
There's a moment in the play Stupid F#%*ing Bird, currently playing at The Wilbury Group, where a character talks about how contemporary theaters adapt and reimagine Shakespeare. Certainly, it's always a tricky proposition, reconfiguring a classic work and attempting to bring it into the current era while maintaining all the aspects, themes and characteristics that made it great. Or, at least, finding a way to reshape it so it will hold up in front of today's audiences, keeping them engaged and entertained within of our modern-day context. As written by Aaron Posner, adapted from the classic Anton Chekhov play The Seagull, Bird is a play that more than holds its own as a thought provoking, entertaining and hilarious modern take on a theatrical classic.
by Robert Barossi - January 26, 2016
There's a moment in the play Stupid F#%*ing Bird, currently playing at The Wilbury Group, where a character talks about how contemporary theaters adapt and reimagine Shakespeare. Certainly, it's always a tricky proposition, reconfiguring a classic work and attempting to bring it into the current era while maintaining all the aspects, themes and characteristics that made it great. Or, at least, finding a way to reshape it so it will hold up in front of today's audiences, keeping them engaged and entertained within of our modern-day context. As written by Aaron Posner, adapted from the classic Anton Chekhov play The Seagull, Bird is a play that more than holds its own as a thought provoking, entertaining and hilarious modern take on a theatrical classic.
OSTC's Amiee Turner in Concert at Ocean State Theatre on February 14
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
?Ocean State Theatre Company's Producing Artistic Director, Amiee Turner, who won rave reviews for her portrayal of Mama Rose in last summer's production of Gypsy, will take the stage in her very own concert, "Once in Love, with Amiee: Puppy Love, Heartbreak and Ever After," on Sunday, February 14 at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
?Ocean State Theatre Company's Producing Artistic Director, Amiee Turner, who won rave reviews for her portrayal of Mama Rose in last summer's production of Gypsy, will take the stage in her very own concert, "Once in Love, with Amiee: Puppy Love, Heartbreak and Ever After," on Sunday, February 14 at 7:30 pm.
CABARET National Tour Begins Performances Tomorrow in Providence
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
The musical masterpiece returns, direct from Broadway! As part of their 50th Anniversary Season, Roundabout Theatre Company's Tony Award-winning production of Sam Mendes (Spectre, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall's (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) CABARET will begin performances on Tuesday, Jan. 26 in Providence, RI at the Providence Performing Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
The musical masterpiece returns, direct from Broadway! As part of their 50th Anniversary Season, Roundabout Theatre Company's Tony Award-winning production of Sam Mendes (Spectre, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall's (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) CABARET will begin performances on Tuesday, Jan. 26 in Providence, RI at the Providence Performing Arts Center.
Epic Theatre Company's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE: THE PROM
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
Epic Theatre Company is sending you an exclusive invitation to our fantastic February show-Pride and Prejudice: The Prom. We're taking the classic story by Jane Austen and setting it in a world of class warfare and hopeless romantics: High school.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
Epic Theatre Company is sending you an exclusive invitation to our fantastic February show-Pride and Prejudice: The Prom. We're taking the classic story by Jane Austen and setting it in a world of class warfare and hopeless romantics: High school.
Contemporary Theater Company Sets Springboard Season
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
The Contemporary Theater Company is known for its focus on the community and local talent. Until March 5, the theater presents its fourth annual Springboard Season, which is comprised of one or two night events by community and ensemble members.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2016
The Contemporary Theater Company is known for its focus on the community and local talent. Until March 5, the theater presents its fourth annual Springboard Season, which is comprised of one or two night events by community and ensemble members.
2nd Story Theatre to Stage LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2016
LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE, a collection of monologues and memories written by sisters Nora and Delia Ephron, based on a book by Ilene Beckerman, will be presented DownStage at 2nd Story for a limited 12-performance run from February 18 through March 6, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2016
LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE, a collection of monologues and memories written by sisters Nora and Delia Ephron, based on a book by Ilene Beckerman, will be presented DownStage at 2nd Story for a limited 12-performance run from February 18 through March 6, 2016.
BalletBoyz Set for FirstWorks Artistic Icons Series, 1/31
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2016
FirstWorks' Artistic Icons Series hosts British dance phenomenon BalletBoyz on the kick-off weekend for their return tour to U.S. on January 31, 2016 at The Vets. BalletBoyz, one of the most original and innovative companies in contemporary dance, thrill audiences and critics with their distinctive style: no tutus, just pure athleticism. The brainchild of two former Royal Ballet dancers Michael Nunn and William Trevitt, BalletBoyz are characterized by muscularity, ferocity, grace and elegance. BalletBoyz conclude the tour with a seven performance run in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2016
FirstWorks' Artistic Icons Series hosts British dance phenomenon BalletBoyz on the kick-off weekend for their return tour to U.S. on January 31, 2016 at The Vets. BalletBoyz, one of the most original and innovative companies in contemporary dance, thrill audiences and critics with their distinctive style: no tutus, just pure athleticism. The brainchild of two former Royal Ballet dancers Michael Nunn and William Trevitt, BalletBoyz are characterized by muscularity, ferocity, grace and elegance. BalletBoyz conclude the tour with a seven performance run in New York City.
Epic Sets New Pop-Up Season
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2016
Epic Theatre Company is excited to announce a new second season that will run concurrently with its 2015-2016 Season. The company will present four shows between now and the end of 2016. What are those shows? We can't tell you.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2016
Epic Theatre Company is excited to announce a new second season that will run concurrently with its 2015-2016 Season. The company will present four shows between now and the end of 2016. What are those shows? We can't tell you.
Photo Flash: STUPID F-ING BIRD Begins Tonight at The Wilbury Group
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2016
Aaron Posner's STUPID F-ING BIRD begins performances tonight, January 21, and runs until February 6, 2016 at The Wilbury Group. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2016
Aaron Posner's STUPID F-ING BIRD begins performances tonight, January 21, and runs until February 6, 2016 at The Wilbury Group. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: First Look at STUPID F-ING BIRD at The Wilbury Group
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2016
Aaron Posner's STUPID F-ING BIRD begins performances this Thursday, January 21, and runs until February 6, 2016 at The Wilbury Group. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2016
Aaron Posner's STUPID F-ING BIRD begins performances this Thursday, January 21, and runs until February 6, 2016 at The Wilbury Group. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW Review: Burbage Theatre Company's Excellent HAPPY BIRTHDAY, WANDA JUNE
by Andria Tieman - January 19, 2016
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WANDA JUNE is the only full length play by Kurt Vonnegut Jr., based on his novel of the same name. Like many Vonnegut works, it captures beautifully the absurdity of life, death and senseless violence all while making you laugh so hard you worry you'll hurt yourself. Burbage Theatre Company has taken this under-utilized gem and shined it up perfectly. Though the play takes place in 1970, it's shocking to note how well it holds up, especially when acted and directed so well.
by Andria Tieman - January 19, 2016
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WANDA JUNE is the only full length play by Kurt Vonnegut Jr., based on his novel of the same name. Like many Vonnegut works, it captures beautifully the absurdity of life, death and senseless violence all while making you laugh so hard you worry you'll hurt yourself. Burbage Theatre Company has taken this under-utilized gem and shined it up perfectly. Though the play takes place in 1970, it's shocking to note how well it holds up, especially when acted and directed so well.
BREAKING LEGS Opens 1/27 at Ocean State Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), currently celebrating its fourth season in its state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick is proud to present Tom Dulack's hilarious comedy, Breaking Legs from January 27 - February 14.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2016
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), currently celebrating its fourth season in its state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick is proud to present Tom Dulack's hilarious comedy, Breaking Legs from January 27 - February 14.
Counter-Productions Theatre Company to Stage FROST/NIXON
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2016
Three years after resigning in disgrace, fallen commander-in-chief Richard M. Nixon agrees to sit for an all-inclusive interview with David Frost, a television personality known more for producing puff pieces than hard hitting journalism. These two personalities square off in a battle over one of the most infamous presidencies in American history. The play explores the events leading up to and including the famous 1977 interviews. With these interviews, Nixon endures the trial he had never received and the nation gets the confession it so desperately longs for.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2016
Three years after resigning in disgrace, fallen commander-in-chief Richard M. Nixon agrees to sit for an all-inclusive interview with David Frost, a television personality known more for producing puff pieces than hard hitting journalism. These two personalities square off in a battle over one of the most infamous presidencies in American history. The play explores the events leading up to and including the famous 1977 interviews. With these interviews, Nixon endures the trial he had never received and the nation gets the confession it so desperately longs for.
2015 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards Winners Announced - Kerry Conte, Kevin Broccoli, Bruce Sabath and More!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 18, 2016
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 70 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2015 Rhode Island winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 18, 2016
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 70 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2015 Rhode Island winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
PIPPIN Comes to PPAC, February 16 - 21
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2016
The 2013 Tony Award-winning musical PIPPIN, described as "an eye-popping, jaw-dropping, visually stunning extravaganza" by NY1, visits the Providence Performing Arts Center February 16 - 21, 2016. In Providence, PIPPIN is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2016
The 2013 Tony Award-winning musical PIPPIN, described as "an eye-popping, jaw-dropping, visually stunning extravaganza" by NY1, visits the Providence Performing Arts Center February 16 - 21, 2016. In Providence, PIPPIN is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
Robert Post Brings One-Man Comedy Show to Ocean State Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2016
Versatile performer Robert Post brings his crazy characters, silly sketches and fantastic physical comedy to Ocean State Theatre in his One Man Variety Show. This production, which is part of Ocean State Theatre Company's Family Fun Fest, will be performed for one show only tonight, January 16, 2016 at 11:00 am.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2016
Versatile performer Robert Post brings his crazy characters, silly sketches and fantastic physical comedy to Ocean State Theatre in his One Man Variety Show. This production, which is part of Ocean State Theatre Company's Family Fun Fest, will be performed for one show only tonight, January 16, 2016 at 11:00 am.
Artists' Exchange Now Accepting Submissions for 11th Annual One Act Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2016
Artists' Exchange is now accepting short play submissions for its 11th Annual One Act Play Festival, hosted July 22nd - August 13th, 2016, at Theatre 82 & Character's Cafe in Cranston. Seeking fresh new works by both emerging and established playwrights who are based locally, nationally, and/or internationally. Selected plays will be directed, produced, and performed by Rhode Island and local theater professionals, community actors, and Artists' Exchange artists.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2016
Artists' Exchange is now accepting short play submissions for its 11th Annual One Act Play Festival, hosted July 22nd - August 13th, 2016, at Theatre 82 & Character's Cafe in Cranston. Seeking fresh new works by both emerging and established playwrights who are based locally, nationally, and/or internationally. Selected plays will be directed, produced, and performed by Rhode Island and local theater professionals, community actors, and Artists' Exchange artists.
Diana Ross to Return to the Providence Performing Arts Center, 4/14
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
The legendary DIANA ROSS returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 7:30P.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
The legendary DIANA ROSS returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 7:30P.
BWW Review: The Gamm's GRIZZLY MAMA One to Miss
by Andria Tieman - January 13, 2016
GRIZZLY MAMA, by George Brant, was written in 2011 at the beginning of the inevitable downswing of the stranglehold Sarah Palin seemed to have on media at the time, and though the program clearly states that any resemblance of the characters in GRIZZLY MAMA to real people is mere coincidence, that's obviously as tongue-in-cheek as the play itself is trying to be. Perhaps this was effective when it first premiered, but the passage of time has eroded the stings and barbs of this satire leaving is as more of a dark comedy without the comedy. With the ludicrous coverage of the coming 2016 election in everyone's face, a play like this just doesn't have any teeth, and it comes off as almost too safe.
by Andria Tieman - January 13, 2016
GRIZZLY MAMA, by George Brant, was written in 2011 at the beginning of the inevitable downswing of the stranglehold Sarah Palin seemed to have on media at the time, and though the program clearly states that any resemblance of the characters in GRIZZLY MAMA to real people is mere coincidence, that's obviously as tongue-in-cheek as the play itself is trying to be. Perhaps this was effective when it first premiered, but the passage of time has eroded the stings and barbs of this satire leaving is as more of a dark comedy without the comedy. With the ludicrous coverage of the coming 2016 election in everyone's face, a play like this just doesn't have any teeth, and it comes off as almost too safe.
First Works to Present New England Premiere WALKING WITH 'TRANE
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2016
The FirstWorks Artistic Icon Series continues with "Walking with 'Trane," a new live music/dance event created by the electrifying, Brooklyn-based Urban Bush Women dance troupe in tribute to the life of legendary jazz saxophonist John Coltrane and his seminal jazz suite, "A Love Supreme." Urban Bush Women created the work to celebrate two important anniversaries-50 years since the revelatory "A Love Supreme" album and 30 years since the founding of Urban Bush Women. "Walking with 'Trane" premieres in Rhode Island on Saturday, February 27, 8 p.m. at The Vets in downtown Providence. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for JumpStart festivities in the venue lobbies. Tickets are on sale now at 401-421-ARTS (2787) and at first-works.org.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2016
The FirstWorks Artistic Icon Series continues with "Walking with 'Trane," a new live music/dance event created by the electrifying, Brooklyn-based Urban Bush Women dance troupe in tribute to the life of legendary jazz saxophonist John Coltrane and his seminal jazz suite, "A Love Supreme." Urban Bush Women created the work to celebrate two important anniversaries-50 years since the revelatory "A Love Supreme" album and 30 years since the founding of Urban Bush Women. "Walking with 'Trane" premieres in Rhode Island on Saturday, February 27, 8 p.m. at The Vets in downtown Providence. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for JumpStart festivities in the venue lobbies. Tickets are on sale now at 401-421-ARTS (2787) and at first-works.org.
Mixed Magic Theatre Presents A Dramatic Reading of Martin Luther King's Letter From Birmingham City Jail
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2016
Mixed Magic Theatre (560 Mineral Spring Ave. Pawtucket, RI) presents a dramatic reading of Martin Luther King Jr.'s letter from Birmingham City Jail, January 15th -17th.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2016
Mixed Magic Theatre (560 Mineral Spring Ave. Pawtucket, RI) presents a dramatic reading of Martin Luther King Jr.'s letter from Birmingham City Jail, January 15th -17th.
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