Judith Lynn Stillman Reveals Fall 2025 Chamber Music Season
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
Judith Lynn Stillman, Rhode Island College's Artist-in-Residence, has announced a Fall 2025 season of chamber music concerts. MOSAIC brings to life extraordinary chamber music spanning four centuries!
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2025
Judith Lynn Stillman, Rhode Island College's Artist-in-Residence, has announced a Fall 2025 season of chamber music concerts. MOSAIC brings to life extraordinary chamber music spanning four centuries!
The Gamm Theatre Launches New Season With ANGELS IN AMERICA: PART TWO – PERESTROIKA
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) will open its 2025–26 season with Angels in America, Part Two: Perestroika, directed by Brian McEleney. The production continues the epic journey that began with last season’s Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approache
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) will open its 2025–26 season with Angels in America, Part Two: Perestroika, directed by Brian McEleney. The production continues the epic journey that began with last season’s Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approache
Review: HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Theatre By The Sea
by Jay Pateakos - August 24, 2025
Theatre By The Sea wrapped up its 92nd season with the hip-swaying, leg-lunging Elvis bio-musical Heartbreak Hotel that had the near sell-out crowd dancing and strutting down their own memory lane of the King of Rock & Roll, Elvis Presley.
by Jay Pateakos - August 24, 2025
Theatre By The Sea wrapped up its 92nd season with the hip-swaying, leg-lunging Elvis bio-musical Heartbreak Hotel that had the near sell-out crowd dancing and strutting down their own memory lane of the King of Rock & Roll, Elvis Presley.
Review: THE WEDDING SINGER at The Academy Players Of Rhode Island
by Brayden Fanti - August 22, 2025
The Academy Players Of Rhode Island’s musical production of ‘The Wedding Singer’ by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin was a blast from the past and an absolute joy to watch from start to finish. From the high paced energy to the stunning choreo to the sharp comedic timing, this production had the audience laughing and cheering all night long.
by Brayden Fanti - August 22, 2025
The Academy Players Of Rhode Island’s musical production of ‘The Wedding Singer’ by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin was a blast from the past and an absolute joy to watch from start to finish. From the high paced energy to the stunning choreo to the sharp comedic timing, this production had the audience laughing and cheering all night long.
FROM HERE TO WHERE Will Have World Premiere at Wilbury Theatre Group
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group will kick off its 2025/26 Main Series Season with the world premiere of From Here to Where, a new musical with book by Umberto Crenca and music by The Gillen Street Ensemble.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group will kick off its 2025/26 Main Series Season with the world premiere of From Here to Where, a new musical with book by Umberto Crenca and music by The Gillen Street Ensemble.
Curt Columbus To Conclude Tenure At Trinity Rep In Fall 2026
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Curt Columbus will conclude his two-decade tenure as Artistic Director of Trinity Repertory Company in Fall 2026. Known for championing bold new plays, local stories, and nationally recognized initiatives in diversity and education, Columbus has shaped the theater’s artistic vision since 2006. A nationwide search for his successor is now underway.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Curt Columbus will conclude his two-decade tenure as Artistic Director of Trinity Repertory Company in Fall 2026. Known for championing bold new plays, local stories, and nationally recognized initiatives in diversity and education, Columbus has shaped the theater’s artistic vision since 2006. A nationwide search for his successor is now underway.
EVITA and More Set for Cotuit Center For The Arts Late Summer and Fall Performance Lineup
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Cotuit Center for the Arts is closing out the summer and stepping into fall with a bold and eclectic lineup of performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2025
Cotuit Center for the Arts is closing out the summer and stepping into fall with a bold and eclectic lineup of performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Review: DR. KORCZAK AND THE CHILDREN by Head Trick Theatre
by Brayden Fanti - August 18, 2025
Head Trick Theatre’s emotionally intense, and powerfully performed production of Erwin Sylvanus’ ‘Dr. Korczak and the Children’ translated by George E. Wellwarth, immerses the audience in a heartwrenching true story that is ever so timely to this day.
by Brayden Fanti - August 18, 2025
Head Trick Theatre’s emotionally intense, and powerfully performed production of Erwin Sylvanus’ ‘Dr. Korczak and the Children’ translated by George E. Wellwarth, immerses the audience in a heartwrenching true story that is ever so timely to this day.
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at PPAC to go on Sale This Week
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
The North American tour of the hit Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to PPAC in December. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2025
The North American tour of the hit Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to PPAC in December. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets.
Nikki Snelson Will Direct Theatre By The Sea's HEARTBREAK HOTEL
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2025
In celebration of 92 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to present Heartbreak Hotel, the stage musical which celebrates the life and music of Elvis Presley. Heartbreak Hotel will be presented from August 20 – September 14, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2025
In celebration of 92 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to present Heartbreak Hotel, the stage musical which celebrates the life and music of Elvis Presley. Heartbreak Hotel will be presented from August 20 – September 14, 2025.
Trinity Rep Seeking Young Actors For 49th A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company will hold children's auditions for its 49th annual production of A Christmas Carol, directed by Emmy Award-winner Richard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company will hold children's auditions for its 49th annual production of A Christmas Carol, directed by Emmy Award-winner Richard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins.
Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Contemporary Theater Company
by Christopher Verleger - August 13, 2025
Jason Robert Brown's musical, 'The Last Five Years,' now at Contemporary Theater Company, depicts the courtship, marriage, and breakup of Cathy and Jamie, a young couple from Ohio, both blessed and cursed by the simple act of falling in love.
by Christopher Verleger - August 13, 2025
Jason Robert Brown's musical, 'The Last Five Years,' now at Contemporary Theater Company, depicts the courtship, marriage, and breakup of Cathy and Jamie, a young couple from Ohio, both blessed and cursed by the simple act of falling in love.
Review: KNOTTY HABITS at Homebrewed Theatre Company
by Christopher Verleger - August 12, 2025
Homebrewed Theatre Company takes audiences on a delightful journey back in time to medieval 12th century Belgium where fashion has an distinct, overarching influence on a village’s residents in Andrew Beauregard’s fun, clever, original work, 'Knotty Habits.'
by Christopher Verleger - August 12, 2025
Homebrewed Theatre Company takes audiences on a delightful journey back in time to medieval 12th century Belgium where fashion has an distinct, overarching influence on a village’s residents in Andrew Beauregard’s fun, clever, original work, 'Knotty Habits.'
The Providence Performing Arts Center And The Vets To Host Job Fair September 4
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center and The VETS will host a Job Fair on September 4, 2025, offering part-time positions in multiple departments. The event will take place from 3–6 p.m. at PPAC in downtown Providence.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center and The VETS will host a Job Fair on September 4, 2025, offering part-time positions in multiple departments. The event will take place from 3–6 p.m. at PPAC in downtown Providence.
Tickets to SIX National Tour at PPAC to go on Sale in August
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center revealed that tickets for the Tony Award-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX will go on sale in August. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
The Providence Performing Arts Center revealed that tickets for the Tony Award-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX will go on sale in August. Learn more here!
HADESTOWN National Tour To Return To PPAC in November
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
HADESTOWN will return to the Providence Performing Arts Center as part of the 2025/2026 Encore Series. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the engagement!
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
HADESTOWN will return to the Providence Performing Arts Center as part of the 2025/2026 Encore Series. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the engagement!
DR. KORCZAK AND THE CHILDREN to Open at Head Trick Theatre
by Emmy Rice - August 03, 2025
Dr. Korczak and the Children will run at Head Trick Theatre from August 14 through August 24. The show is written by Erwin Sylvanus, translated by George E. Wellwarth, and directed by Rebecca Maxfield.
by Emmy Rice - August 03, 2025
Dr. Korczak and the Children will run at Head Trick Theatre from August 14 through August 24. The show is written by Erwin Sylvanus, translated by George E. Wellwarth, and directed by Rebecca Maxfield.
World Premiere of COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE Comes to Trinity Rep
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company will open its 2025-26 Season with Cold War Choir Practice by Ro Reddick, a dark comedic thriller with original music, directed by Aileen Wen McGroddy.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company will open its 2025-26 Season with Cold War Choir Practice by Ro Reddick, a dark comedic thriller with original music, directed by Aileen Wen McGroddy.
A TASTE OF IRELAND Comes to Rhode Island in September
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
One of the world’s top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, will come to Rhode Island in September.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
One of the world’s top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, will come to Rhode Island in September.
HAIRSPRAY at Theatre By The Sea Open Now Through August
by Andria Tieman - July 27, 2025
The 2011 musical Hairspray, based on the 1988 film, tells the story of teen Tracy Turnblad, whose sole goal in life is to become a dancer on Baltimore’s Corny Collins Show.
by Andria Tieman - July 27, 2025
The 2011 musical Hairspray, based on the 1988 film, tells the story of teen Tracy Turnblad, whose sole goal in life is to become a dancer on Baltimore’s Corny Collins Show.
Newport Classical Reveals 2025-2026 Chamber Series
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Following its successful 56th annual summer festival, Newport Classical presents its fifth full-season Chamber Series held on select Fridays at 7:30pm, featuring twelve concerts held between September 2025 and June 2026.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Following its successful 56th annual summer festival, Newport Classical presents its fifth full-season Chamber Series held on select Fridays at 7:30pm, featuring twelve concerts held between September 2025 and June 2026.
ROMEO & JULIET Takes the Stage in New Bedford with Reverie Theatre Group This August
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Reverie Theatre Group will present a bold reimagining of Romeo & Juliet this August at the historic Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum in New Bedford, MA.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Reverie Theatre Group will present a bold reimagining of Romeo & Juliet this August at the historic Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum in New Bedford, MA.
Photos: Forgotten Roots Festival Ignites Pleasant Street With Performances from Local Artists
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
On July 19, 2025, the Forgotten Roots Festival transformed the storefront windows of Interwoven Artist Studio at 634 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, into an intimate and electrifying stage celebrating music, culture, and community. Check out photos of the event.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
On July 19, 2025, the Forgotten Roots Festival transformed the storefront windows of Interwoven Artist Studio at 634 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, into an intimate and electrifying stage celebrating music, culture, and community. Check out photos of the event.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE Comes to the Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE will captivate audiences at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) this holiday season with a holiday spectacular for the entire family.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE will captivate audiences at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) this holiday season with a holiday spectacular for the entire family.
Photos: FRINGEPVD 2025 Kicks Off in Providence
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival, presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group, is officially underway with over 70 in-person and online performances scheduled across more than ten venues through July 26, 2025. See photos from the show.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival, presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group, is officially underway with over 70 in-person and online performances scheduled across more than ten venues through July 26, 2025. See photos from the show.
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