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Ocean State Theatre Company to Host Two Benefit Concerts in January
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), currently celebrating its third season in its state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick, is pleased to announce two presentations in January - A Night of Broadway Classics on Saturday, January 10 and British Invasion starring OSTC "kid" alumni on Sunday, January 11.
BWW Reviews: Festival Ballet's Exquisite NUTCRACKER a Christmastime Tradition
by Veronica Bruscini - December 20, 2014
Festival Ballet Providence's NUTCRACKER is a Christmas tradition on both sides of the footlights. This year's production is one not to be missed, a true celebration of talent and creativity from the Ocean State's premier ballet company.
Time is Ticking to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - December 19, 2014
Time is ticking on your last chance to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 19th. Voting closes at the end of the year!
Festival Ballet Providence Presents the 37th Annual NUTCRACKER This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2014
Festival Ballet Providence (FBP) brings a joyous holiday gift to Providence with its beloved production of The Nutcracker, a timeless and revered family tradition. The Nutcracker will be performed on the stage of the grand Providence Performing Arts Center for four performances only, this weekend, December 19-21.
Trinity Rep to Present MIDDLETOWN in 2015
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2014
Trinity Rep continues Season 51: The Necessity of Human Connection with Will Eno's Middletwon, directed by Curt Columbus. Middletown runs January 22 through February 22, 2014 in Trinity Rep's Dowling Theater. Tickets and subscriptions are on sale now at ?www.trinityrep.com, by calling (401) 351-4242 or at the theater's box office at 201 Washington St., Providence, RI.
Wilbury Group to Present Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD Next Month
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2014
The Wilbury Theatre Group has announced a production of Tom Stoppard's tragi-comedic masterpiece Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. The celebrated playwright's work takes dark and hilarious look at art, life, and the world from the point of view of Hamlet's ill-fated school chums, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern. Directed by Wilbury Group Artistic Director Josh Short with music by Marc Kaplan, this reimagined production features Joshua Andrews and Patrick Saunders in the titular roles, with David Tessier as the Player.
BWW Reviews: Incomparable LINDA EDER Brings Showstopping Talent to The Vets
by Robert Barossi - December 15, 2014
Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence may not always get the same level of appreciation or respect that is bestowed upon its big brother, Providence Performing Arts Center. Underappreciated or not, The Vets, as it's called, brings in its fair share of wonderful performances and fabulous productions. This past weekend's holiday concert with Linda Eder was easily a highlight of the season for everyone in attendance. From the first moment to the last, Eder proved why she is one of the most talented and beloved professional songstresses of our time.
Final Two Weeks of Voting for the BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards - Emily Lewis Leads!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 13, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
BUBBLEOLOGY Returns to Ocean State Theatre Today
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2014
Keith Michael Johnson's enormously popular production, Bubbleology returns to Ocean State Theatre in Warwick today, December 13, 2014.
DOWNTON ABBEY's Elizabeth McGovern Brings Her Band to Providence Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2014
Elizabeth McGovern is already well known to American audiences for her versatile acting career, which has won her widespread acclaim for her work in films, on stage and on American and British television. She's currently one of the stars of the public TV phenomenon Downton Abbey, in which her Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated work as Lady Cora, Countess of Grantham has further endeared her to viewers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Broadway's Linda Eder Comes to The VETS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2014
Popular recording artist, Broadway star, and concert performer Linda Eder will bring her legendary voice to The VETS in Providence for a one-night engagement tonight, December 13, 2014 at 8P.
OSTC's Piano Bar Series Continues with 'Holiday Gems' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), currently celebrating its third season in its state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick, has announced the continuation of their post-performance Piano Bar Series. 'Holiday Gems' will be held following select Today and Saturday evening performances of the company's current production, Meet Me in St. Louis.
BWW Reviews: Broadway Tour of CAMELOT Dusts Off an Old Tale at PPAC
by Robert Barossi - December 11, 2014
Some classic stories, tales, myths and legends do more than stand the test of time. They speak to generation after generation, entertaining and teaching new audiences across the ages. The legends of King Arthur and his knights of Camelot are those kinds of stories. They remain as well-known and beloved today as they have ever been. There are similar theatrical entertainments, plays and musicals, that stand the test of time, entertaining the masses in the same way for years and decades. Unfortunately, Camelot, the musical version of those Arthurian legends, is not that kind of musical.
Mixed Magic Theatre Presents A KWANZAA SONG, Now thru 12/21
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2014
Mixed Magic Theatre will present the 15TH ANNUAL production of A KWANZAA SONG from tonight, DECEMBER 11th-21st, Todays-Saturdays 7:30 pm | Sundays 3:00 pm.
YouTube Star Tyler Oakley Appears at The VETS in Providence Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2014
YouTube star Tyler Oakley will appear at The VETS in Providence tonight, December 10th at 7:30pm.
BWW Reviews: OSTC Charms with Tuneful, Heartwarming MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS
by Veronica Bruscini - December 09, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company's sweet, song-filled production of MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS is only partially set during the holiday season, but its storyline reflects the most heartwarming characteristics of the Christmas spirit in every scene.
Ocean State Theatre Company Adds 12/21 Performance of MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently opened the popular family friendly musical, Meet Me in St. Louis, is pleased to announce that due to strong public reaction and limited inventory, just prior to the holiday, an additional performance has been added on Sunday, December 21 at 6:30 pm.
National Tour of CAMELOT Visits Providence Performing Arts Center, Now thru 12/14
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2014
The 2014/2015 National Tour of Lerner & Loewe's CAMELOT reimagines the classic tale of King Arthur, Guenevere and Lancelot and Providence can fall in love all over again with this beloved musical today, December 9-14, 2014 at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) as part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
SPANK! THE FIFTY SHADES PARODY to Play The VETS in January
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2014
SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the whip-smart comedy that takes on the naughty fun of the best-selling book and highly-anticipated movie, and brings it to outrageous life! Featuring musical numbers, steamy performances highlighting the famous hunk and his grey tie, and lots of hilarious surprises, SPANK! is bound to have you begging for more. Get in the mood with pre-show cocktails, then stick around and fulfill your fantasy, with the opportunity to take photos with the star himself. It's a riotous night of fun that will leave your Inner Goddess breathless. Don't miss your chance for the ultimate "girls' night out!" Learn more at ?spankshow.com.
THE SING-OFF LIVE! Coming to The VETS in February
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2014
The Sing-Off, NBC's No. 1 rated a cappella music competition, returns to the road this February for its second national The Sing-Off Live! Tour. The tour comes to The VETS in Providence on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at 7:30pm. General tickets are on sale Friday, December 12, at 10am. Tickets are available at ?www.TheVetsRI.com, by calling 401.421.ARTS, or visiting the PPAC Box office located at 220 Weybosset St in Providence.
BWW Reviews: Cirque Dreams Celebrates the Season with Jolly HOLIDAZE
by Veronica Bruscini - December 06, 2014
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE is festive, frothy entertainment, and a unique addition to the compliment of seasonally-themed shows currently on stage throughout Rhode Island.
PPAC, The VETS' Holiday Sale Set for Today
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2014
The annual Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) / The VETS' Holiday Sale is today, December 6, 2014. Online sales begin at 12:01A, and Box Office window and phone sales begin at 9A. Gift certificates (non-discounted) are available in any denomination.
OSTC's Piano Bar Series to Continue with 'Holiday Gems,' 12/12
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), currently celebrating its third season in its state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick, has announced the continuation of their post-performance Piano Bar Series. "Holiday Gems" will be held following select Friday and Saturday evening performances of the company's current production, Meet Me in St. Louis.
BUBBLEOLOGY Returning to Ocean State Theatre, 12/13
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2014
Keith Michael Johnson's enormously popular production, Bubbleology returns to Ocean State Theatre in Warwick on Saturday, December 13, 2014.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE Comes to Providence Performing Arts Center, Now thru 12/7
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2014
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE will light up the 2014 holiday season in Providence when it transforms the stage at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) into a wonderland of fantasy and disbelief this weekend, December 5-7, 2014 for five performances only.

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