BWW Reviews: 2nd Story Theatre Stages Intense, Provoking AMADEUS
by Veronica Bruscini - January 31, 2013
Peter Shaffer creates an intriguing piece of historical fiction by recognizing that the most forceful and compelling of human foibles often emerge clearly in situations of artistic rivalry.
by Veronica Bruscini - January 31, 2013
Peter Shaffer creates an intriguing piece of historical fiction by recognizing that the most forceful and compelling of human foibles often emerge clearly in situations of artistic rivalry.
WPMS: THE MUSICAL Comes to The VETS, 3/15
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2013
Coming to The VETS on March 15, 2013 at 8P. WPMS: THE MUSICAL is Louise Roche's follow-up fun, fabulous, and everything female Girls Night Musical experience.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2013
Coming to The VETS on March 15, 2013 at 8P. WPMS: THE MUSICAL is Louise Roche's follow-up fun, fabulous, and everything female Girls Night Musical experience.
Providence's Local 121 To Cater Anthony Bourdain's & Eric Ripert Tour Reception
by Kelsey Denette - January 29, 2013
Anthony Bourdain's & Eric Ripert's Good vs. Evil Tour (www.goodvseviltour.com) will stop by Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) for one night only on Thursday, May 2 at 7:30P where they will share stories and muse on the place of food in our personal, community, and global life. After the show, Providence's own Local 121 (www.local121.com) will be catering the VIP post show event. Two hundred fans attending the performance will be treated to a special menu and a meet and greet with Mr. Bourdain and Mr. Ripert.
by Kelsey Denette - January 29, 2013
Anthony Bourdain's & Eric Ripert's Good vs. Evil Tour (www.goodvseviltour.com) will stop by Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) for one night only on Thursday, May 2 at 7:30P where they will share stories and muse on the place of food in our personal, community, and global life. After the show, Providence's own Local 121 (www.local121.com) will be catering the VIP post show event. Two hundred fans attending the performance will be treated to a special menu and a meet and greet with Mr. Bourdain and Mr. Ripert.
BWW Reviews: OSTC'S Production of FOOLS a Colorful, Fractured Fable
by Veronica Bruscini - January 26, 2013
The Ocean State Theatre Company officially begins its inaugural season with Neil Simon's 'Fools,' a light-hearted and zany tale of breaking curses and finding true love.
by Veronica Bruscini - January 26, 2013
The Ocean State Theatre Company officially begins its inaugural season with Neil Simon's 'Fools,' a light-hearted and zany tale of breaking curses and finding true love.
Gamm Theatre to Host 11th Annual Fundraiser SNOW BALL AT THE SKI LODGE, 3/2
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2013
Attention plankers, pinheads, powder hounds, snow bunnies and arts supporters! The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre board of directors, along with honorary chair U.S. Congressman David Cicilline, invite you to the Snow Ball at the Ski Lodge, the theater's 11th annual fundraising party, on Saturday, March 2 at 6 p.m. The party happens at 65 Blackstone Ave., Pawtucket, a rustic mill turned cozy escape from the cold.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2013
Attention plankers, pinheads, powder hounds, snow bunnies and arts supporters! The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre board of directors, along with honorary chair U.S. Congressman David Cicilline, invite you to the Snow Ball at the Ski Lodge, the theater's 11th annual fundraising party, on Saturday, March 2 at 6 p.m. The party happens at 65 Blackstone Ave., Pawtucket, a rustic mill turned cozy escape from the cold.
Trinity Rep Raises Over $44,000 for RI Community Food Bank During 2012 Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2013
Trinity Rep has announced that during the months of November and December they collected $44,400 in cash donations to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Continuing their longtime practice of acting as a holiday drop-off location for food donations, the theater also concluded each performance of their holiday classic A Christmas Carol with a collection for the Food Bank. The donation was made on behalf of the thousands of Trinity Rep patrons attending the show, the theater's staff and ushers. The partnership between the two institutions has, even through challenging economic times, brought the total dollar amount raised for the Food Bank throughout the seven year partnership to nearly $260,000. Additionally, Trinity Rep is pleased to announce that hey donated 150 tickets to a performance of A Christmas Carol to Food Bank clients and their families, through the Open Access Theater program, generously funded by Citizens Bank.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2013
Trinity Rep has announced that during the months of November and December they collected $44,400 in cash donations to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Continuing their longtime practice of acting as a holiday drop-off location for food donations, the theater also concluded each performance of their holiday classic A Christmas Carol with a collection for the Food Bank. The donation was made on behalf of the thousands of Trinity Rep patrons attending the show, the theater's staff and ushers. The partnership between the two institutions has, even through challenging economic times, brought the total dollar amount raised for the Food Bank throughout the seven year partnership to nearly $260,000. Additionally, Trinity Rep is pleased to announce that hey donated 150 tickets to a performance of A Christmas Carol to Food Bank clients and their families, through the Open Access Theater program, generously funded by Citizens Bank.
BLUE MAN GROUP Returns to PPAC, 3/1-3
by Kelsey Denette - January 25, 2013
BLUE MAN GROUP returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) Friday, March 1 to Sunday, March 3, 2013. BLUE MAN GROUP is sponsored in Providence by Navigant Credit Union.
by Kelsey Denette - January 25, 2013
BLUE MAN GROUP returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) Friday, March 1 to Sunday, March 3, 2013. BLUE MAN GROUP is sponsored in Providence by Navigant Credit Union.
Photo Flash: First Look at Ed Shea, Andrew Iacovelli and More in 2nd Story's AMADEUS
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2013
2nd Story Theatre presents Peter Shaffer's Amadeus, now running through February 17, 2013, directed by Pat Hegnauer. BroadwayWorld has a first look below.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2013
2nd Story Theatre presents Peter Shaffer's Amadeus, now running through February 17, 2013, directed by Pat Hegnauer. BroadwayWorld has a first look below.
Wilbury Group Presents THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY, Now thru 2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013
The Wilbury Group announces the RI premiere of Kristoffer Diaz's Pulitzer Price nominated play The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity tonight, January 23-February 9, 2013. Winner of the 2011 Obie Award for Best New American Play, The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity slams together thrilling spectacle, incredible characters, and geopolitical allegory into a uniquely invigorating theatrical experience.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013
The Wilbury Group announces the RI premiere of Kristoffer Diaz's Pulitzer Price nominated play The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity tonight, January 23-February 9, 2013. Winner of the 2011 Obie Award for Best New American Play, The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity slams together thrilling spectacle, incredible characters, and geopolitical allegory into a uniquely invigorating theatrical experience.
BWW Reviews: GAMM Hosts U.S. Premiere of Spirited ANNE BOLEYN
by Veronica Bruscini - January 22, 2013
Howard Brenton breathes new life into Boleyn's public persona as Queen and delves deeply into her private and fiercely-held personal faith; he also employs the characters to examine the realities and intersections of state, religious, and gender politics at work in Tudor England.
by Veronica Bruscini - January 22, 2013
Howard Brenton breathes new life into Boleyn's public persona as Queen and delves deeply into her private and fiercely-held personal faith; he also employs the characters to examine the realities and intersections of state, religious, and gender politics at work in Tudor England.
ANNE BOLEYN Extends at the Gamm Through 2/24
by Kelsey Denette - January 22, 2013
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) has announced six additional performances of Anne Boleyn through February 24. The U.S. premiere of Howard Brenton's revisionist spin on the life and legacy of Anne Boleyn, the notorious and ill-fated wife of Henry VIII, played to sold-out houses during preview performances, with less than a house worth of seats available for the regular run. The unprecedented early sales have necessitated an extension on opening night.
by Kelsey Denette - January 22, 2013
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) has announced six additional performances of Anne Boleyn through February 24. The U.S. premiere of Howard Brenton's revisionist spin on the life and legacy of Anne Boleyn, the notorious and ill-fated wife of Henry VIII, played to sold-out houses during preview performances, with less than a house worth of seats available for the regular run. The unprecedented early sales have necessitated an extension on opening night.
Photo Flash: First Look at Madeleine Lambert and More in ANNE BOLEYN
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2013
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) announces six additional performances of Anne Boleyn through February 24. The U.S. premiere of Howard Brenton's revisionist spin on the life and legacy of Anne Boleyn, the notorious and ill-fated wife of Henry VIII, played to sold-out houses during preview performances, with less than a house worth of seats available for the regular run. The unprecedented early sales have necessitated an extension on opening night. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2013
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) announces six additional performances of Anne Boleyn through February 24. The U.S. premiere of Howard Brenton's revisionist spin on the life and legacy of Anne Boleyn, the notorious and ill-fated wife of Henry VIII, played to sold-out houses during preview performances, with less than a house worth of seats available for the regular run. The unprecedented early sales have necessitated an extension on opening night. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below.
BWW Reviews: Trinity Rep Offers Ambitious CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
by Veronica Bruscini - January 21, 2013
Trinity Repertory Company's Artistic Director, Curt Columbus, and actor/playwright Marilyn Campbell tackle the daunting feat of adapting Fyodor Dostoyevsky's classic work 'Crime and Punishment' from full-length literary masterpiece to a streamlined, 90-minute theatrical experience.
by Veronica Bruscini - January 21, 2013
Trinity Repertory Company's Artistic Director, Curt Columbus, and actor/playwright Marilyn Campbell tackle the daunting feat of adapting Fyodor Dostoyevsky's classic work 'Crime and Punishment' from full-length literary masterpiece to a streamlined, 90-minute theatrical experience.
Beethoven: Barenboim and The West-Eastern Divan Orchestra Set for The VETS, 1/26 & 28
by Kelsey Denette - January 21, 2013
Brown University will host internationally acclaimed conductor and pianistDaniel Barenboim and the musicians of the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra as they perform Beethoven's Symphonies Nos. 2 and 3 on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 8P and SymphoniesNos. 1, 8, and 5 on Monday, January 28, 2013 at 8P at The VETS, located at 1 Avenue of the Arts in downtown Providence.
by Kelsey Denette - January 21, 2013
Brown University will host internationally acclaimed conductor and pianistDaniel Barenboim and the musicians of the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra as they perform Beethoven's Symphonies Nos. 2 and 3 on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 8P and SymphoniesNos. 1, 8, and 5 on Monday, January 28, 2013 at 8P at The VETS, located at 1 Avenue of the Arts in downtown Providence.
Photo Flash: First Look at Trinity Rep's CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair. Moving seamlessly between past and present, the play's tension - will a man get away with murder? Should he? - builds to an explosive climax. Get a first look at the actors onstage in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair. Moving seamlessly between past and present, the play's tension - will a man get away with murder? Should he? - builds to an explosive climax. Get a first look at the actors onstage in the photos below!
2nd Story Theatre Presents AMADEUS, Now thru 2/17
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2013
2nd Story Theatre presents Peter Shaffer's Amadeus, tonight, January 18-February 17, 2013, directed by Kym Moore. One of the most brilliantly theatrical scripts of the last fifty years, Peter Shaffer's fantastical masterpiece weaves a confrontation between mediocrity and genius into a tale of breathtaking dramatic power. The film version won an Oscar, but this is a story best experienced live onstage.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2013
2nd Story Theatre presents Peter Shaffer's Amadeus, tonight, January 18-February 17, 2013, directed by Kym Moore. One of the most brilliantly theatrical scripts of the last fifty years, Peter Shaffer's fantastical masterpiece weaves a confrontation between mediocrity and genius into a tale of breathtaking dramatic power. The film version won an Oscar, but this is a story best experienced live onstage.
STAGE TUBE: Preview Video of Trinity Rep's CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
by Stage Tube - January 17, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Opening in previews on January 17 and running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair. BroadwayWorld has a video teaser below.
by Stage Tube - January 17, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Opening in previews on January 17 and running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair. BroadwayWorld has a video teaser below.
STAGE TUBE: Video Teaser of ANNE BOLEYN at the Gamm
by Stage Tube - January 17, 2013
The U.S. premiere of Anne Boleyn will open tonight, January 17, at The Gamm Theatre, starring Madeleine Lambert as Anne Boleyn. Check out the video teaser below!
by Stage Tube - January 17, 2013
The U.S. premiere of Anne Boleyn will open tonight, January 17, at The Gamm Theatre, starring Madeleine Lambert as Anne Boleyn. Check out the video teaser below!
Trinity Rep Presents CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, Opening Today
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Opening in previews tonight, January 17 and running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Opening in previews tonight, January 17 and running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair.
ANNE BOLEYN Makes U.S. Premiere at The Gamm Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2013
The U.S. premiere of Anne Boleyn will open in 2013 at The Gamm Theatre, starring Madeleine Lambert as Anne Boleyn, beginning tonight, January 17.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2013
The U.S. premiere of Anne Boleyn will open in 2013 at The Gamm Theatre, starring Madeleine Lambert as Anne Boleyn, beginning tonight, January 17.
BWW Reviews: Brilliant MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks at PPAC
by Veronica Bruscini - January 16, 2013
From its very first notes, 'Million Dollar Quartet' is clearly no run-of-the-mill jukebox musical. The show serves both as a time capsule and a time machine, taking a nostalgic look back at the emergence of rock ‘n' roll in the late 1950s and, specifically, recreating a legendary moment in the history of the genre.
by Veronica Bruscini - January 16, 2013
From its very first notes, 'Million Dollar Quartet' is clearly no run-of-the-mill jukebox musical. The show serves both as a time capsule and a time machine, taking a nostalgic look back at the emergence of rock ‘n' roll in the late 1950s and, specifically, recreating a legendary moment in the history of the genre.
OSTC Opens Neil Simon's FOOLS, 1/23
by Kelsey Denette - January 16, 2013
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit which brought new life to the historic Theatre By The Sea for the past five years, is proud to announce the Grand Opening of their new state-of-the-art theatre located at 1245 Jefferson Boulevard in Warwick. The Inaugural Season begins with Neil Simon's highly comic play, Fools, which opens in previews on Wednesday, January 23.
by Kelsey Denette - January 16, 2013
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit which brought new life to the historic Theatre By The Sea for the past five years, is proud to announce the Grand Opening of their new state-of-the-art theatre located at 1245 Jefferson Boulevard in Warwick. The Inaugural Season begins with Neil Simon's highly comic play, Fools, which opens in previews on Wednesday, January 23.
Actress Kate Burton to Receive 2013 Pell Lifetime Achievement Award; Ceremony Set for 6/10
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
Trinity Repertory Company announced today that celebrated stage and screen actor Kate Burton will be honored with the 2013 Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts at the 17th annual Pell Awards to be held on Monday, June 10, 2013 at Trinity Rep. The annual fundraising event will be co-chaired by Joe & Michele Madden and Elizabeth 'Beppie' Huidekoper. Mrs. Nuala Pell will serve as the event's honorary chair.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
Trinity Repertory Company announced today that celebrated stage and screen actor Kate Burton will be honored with the 2013 Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts at the 17th annual Pell Awards to be held on Monday, June 10, 2013 at Trinity Rep. The annual fundraising event will be co-chaired by Joe & Michele Madden and Elizabeth 'Beppie' Huidekoper. Mrs. Nuala Pell will serve as the event's honorary chair.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET National Tour Stops in Providence at PPAC, Now thru 1/20
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will make its Providence premiere tonight, January 15 - 20, 2013 at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) as part of theTaco/The White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will make its Providence premiere tonight, January 15 - 20, 2013 at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) as part of theTaco/The White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Trinity Rep's CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Opening in previews on January 17 and running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair. Moving seamlessly between past and present, the play's tension - will a man get away with murder? Should he? - builds to an explosive climax. Get a first look at the cast in the rehearsal photos below!
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
Trinity Rep leaps into 2013 with a bold retelling of Dostoyevsky's classic psychological novel Crime and Punishment, directed by Brian Mertes. Opening in previews on January 17 and running through February 24 at Trinity Rep, co-adaptors Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus have spun Dostoyevsky's complex story into a 90-minute, three actor tour-de-force with a modern, poetic flair. Moving seamlessly between past and present, the play's tension - will a man get away with murder? Should he? - builds to an explosive climax. Get a first look at the cast in the rehearsal photos below!
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