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Review: CARRIE: THE MUSICAL at The Community Players
by Christopher Verleger - November 10, 2025
The Community Players kicks off its 104th season with a thrilling, impressive production of “Carrie: The Musical,” based on Stephen King’s classic horror novel and the 1976 film adaptation starring Sissy Spacek.
Review: CROSSWORDS at AS220 Blackbox
by Jay Pateakos - November 10, 2025
What did our critic think of CROSSWORDS at AS220 Blackbox? How well do we know really know our significant other?  Really really know them? Those doubts take center stage in this wonderful World Premiere Production of A.J. Rose's Crosswords at AS220's Black Box Theater.
Construction Begins On $40 Million Renovation Of Trinity Rep’s Lederer Theater Center
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company has broken ground on a transformative $40 million renovation of its historic Lederer Theater Center, marking the most significant facility project in the company’s history.
Review: THE HEIDI CHRONICLES at Reverie Theatre Group
by Christopher Verleger - November 09, 2025
'The Heidi Chronicles,' now at Reverie Theatre Group, reminded those same women that they don't have to choose between career and family, but to follow their hearts and to do what they believe will make them happy.
Photos: FRANKIE & JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE at The Gamm Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2025
Check out photos from Terrence McNally's Frankie & Johnny in the Clair de Lune, which is now running at the Gamm Theatre in Rhode Island through November 30.
Review: HADESTOWN at Providence Performing Art Center
by Jay Pateakos - November 08, 2025
What did our critic think of HADESTOWN at Providence Performing Art Center?
Photos: THE HEIDI CHRONICLES at Reverie Theatre Group
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
The Heidi Chronicles, directed by Gia Yarn, opened in Providence with Reverie Theatre Group. You can now get a first look at production photos. Reverie is hosting a food and toiletry drive to benefit 134 Collaborative and Good Neighbors.
RISE To Hold Auditions For MATHILDA THE MUSICAL JR
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty… RISE is presenting Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical JR., and they are holding auditions! The production is directed by Danielle Pennacchia and Jen Lade.
The Trinity Repertory Theatre to Partner With Rhode Island Community Food Bank
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2025
The Trinity Repertory Theatre is partnering with the Rhode Island Foundation and the Rhode Island Community Food Bank to inspire a spirit of giving going into the holiday season.
Oversoul Theatre Collective to Present THUMP & SOUL NETWORKING SESSION
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
Oversoul Theatre Collective is inviting artists, entrepreneurs, cultural organizers, and community members to come together for the Thump & Soul Networking Session.
Oversoul Theatre Collective to Present THE BLUES ROOM @ BENTO'S – Monthly Live Blues & Soul
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
The Blues Room @ Bento's is more than a live music night - it's a cultural gathering and a warm, living room-style blues session where the city's stories rise up through melody and groove, held every second Saturday at 7 PM at Bento's Bar & Grill.
Tickets for Disney’s THE LION KING at Providence Performing Arts Center Go On Sale November 14
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
Tickets for the long-awaited return of Disney’s The Lion King at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) will go on sale Friday, November 14, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Ric's Judith Lynn Stillman & The Gamm's Tony Estrella Illuminate The Stage in Winter Production
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2025
Experience the magic of the season in a one-of-a-kind multimedia celebration created by Rhode Island College Artist-in-Residence Judith Lynn Stillman, joining forces with Tony Estrella, Artistic Director of The Gamm Theatre.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Set for Trinity Rep November Events
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company has revealed multiple events for the month of November, including two community engagement events, the beginning of its run of A Christmas Carol, and more.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
THE OUTSIDERS Tickets On Sale This Week At The Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2025
Tickets for the Tony Award-winning musical THE OUTSIDERS go on sale October 31 for its Providence Performing Arts Center engagement, running April 14–19, 2026.
Review: SIX at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Caitlin Howle - October 23, 2025
As a self-proclaimed theatre lover, for some time, I've made the decision to go into a show with little to no information so my reaction can be genuine.
Providence Performing Arts Center Unveils 2025–2026 ARTS Showcase Season
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has announced the 2025–2026 ARTS Showcase season, featuring six live and virtual performances designed for Rhode Island students in grades K–8.
Review: WITCHING HOUR SOCIAL CLUB at Burbage Theatre Co
by John McDaid - October 20, 2025
Horror, they say, is a mood rather than a genre. With the right twist, even a romcom can evoke fear and revulsion. And the Burbage Theatre's world premiere of James Lucey's 'Witching Hour Social Club' proves that point with an elegant layering of the macabre, absurdism, and self-aware humor.
Cast and Creative Team Set For Wilbury Group's OCTET
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group has announced the cast and creative team of the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy. Learn more here!
The Blues Room Brings Live Blues, Soul & Jazz To Downtown New Bedford
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
A new wave of live music is flowing through downtown New Bedford. THE BLUES ROOM, presented by Poly-Groove Records, Bento's Bar & Grill, and WNB One Radio, brings together some of the region's most talented musicians.
PPAC President And CEO Honored With Civic Impact Award At WaterFire Providence's FireBall Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
WaterFire Providence has honored PPAC President and CEO, J.L. “Lynn” Singleton with the WaterFire Civic Impact Award, in recognition of Singleton's leadership in the Rhode Island arts community.
The Gamm Theatre Launches New Play Development Initiative With Adaptation of Helen Dewitt’s THE ENGLISH UNDERSTAND WOOL
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) has announced a new play development initiative dedicated to adapting non-theatrical works — including novels, poetry, and film — into original stage productions.
Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Granite Theatre
by Christopher Verleger - October 16, 2025
Halloween season is upon us, and there is no better way to embrace its ghoulish spirit than Granite Theatre’s stylish, enticing production of ‘The Rocky Horror Show,’ Richard O’Brien’s deliciously tawdry cult classic musical about a young couple stranded at the mansion of a mad scientist, featuring the legendary dance romp, “Time Warp.”
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Begins At The Contemporary Theater Company October 24
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2025
The Contemporary Theater Company (CTC) will celebrate its 20th Anniversary Season with Peter and the Starcatcher, opening October 24 at 7 p.m. at 327 Main Street in Wakefield.

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