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Single Tickets Now On Sale For RI Philharmonic Orchestra's 2021/2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2021
Single Tickets are now on sale for The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra's extraordinary 2021-2022 Season at The VETS programmed by Artistic Advisor and Conductor Bramwell Tovey.
Haus of Glitter Presents THE HISTORICAL FANTASY OF ESEK HOPKINS, September 9-17
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2021
The Haus of Glitter Dance Company presents The Historical Fantasy of Esek Hopkins - an original activist dance opera that reimagines the narrative of Esek Hopkins and rehearses the future for our community, the future of public space, and the future we will leave behind.
The Haus of Glitter Dance Company to Present THE HISTORICAL FANTASY OF ESEK HOPKINS
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2021
The Haus of Glitter Dance Company presents The Historical Fantasy of Esek Hopkins - an original activist dance opera that reimagines the narrative of Esek Hopkins and rehearses the future for our community, the future of public space, and the future we will leave behind.
Trinity Rep's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Tickets On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2021
Trinity Repertory Company announces tickets for A Christmas Carol will go on sale beginning August 16, 2021 at 12:00 pm ET. 
BWW Review: CONTEMPORARY THEATER COMPANY BRINGS 'BETHEL PARK FALLS' TO LIFE IN DELIGHTFUL OUTDOOR SETTING
by John McDaid - August 09, 2021
The CTC delivers a perfect union of story and space in this finely polished 90-minutes of intersecting vignettes about an ill-fated park and the people who meet there.
Encore Presentation Of MAMMA MIA! Opens at Theatre By The Sea This Month
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2021
Mamma Mia! is packed with 22 ABBA hits, including “Dancing Queen,” “Super Trouper,” “Take A Chance on Me,” and “The Winner Takes It All.” This worldwide mega hit will have audiences shouting “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” more!
Doo-Wopp Hall of Fame of America Concert Announced at Theatre By The Sea
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2021
Theatre By The Sea owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to welcome back members of the Doo-Wopp Hall of Fame of America, who have proven to be very popular with audiences in previous seasons. This very special concert will be presented on Monday, August 30 at 7:30 pm.
THE JUDY AND BARBRA SHOW Will Be Performed at The Granite Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2021
The winner of 9 Broadway World Cabaret Awards -   New England's Number One Live Singing Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand Impersonators Summer Orlando and Barbra Joan Streetsand, make their Rhode Island Debut at the historic Granite Theatre, in this fully scripted 90 minute all live singing cabaret stage show!
Newport Music Festival Announces Fall Chamber Series, Community Concerts, and More
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2021
The first concerts to be announced include three Chamber Series Concerts and the first Community Concert to be held at Miantonomi Memorial Park (120 Hillside Ave., Newport). Performers include Thalea String Quartet, The Westerlies, violinist Kristin Lee, pianist Sara Davis Buechner, and more.
PPAC Announces A Gala Celebration Starring Josh Groban in April 2022
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2021
Tickets for A GALA CELEBRATION STARRING JOSH GROBAN will go on sale to the general public on Monday, September 20, 2021 at 10AM. Learn more about the performance and how to purchase tickets here!
Tickets to HAMILTON at PPAC to Go on Sale August 5
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2021
Producer Jeffery Seller and J.L. “Lynn” Singleton, President and CEO of the Providence Performing Arts Center, announced today that single tickets for the return engagement of HAMILTON will go on sale to the public on Thursday, August 5 at 10A online.
Trinity Rep Executive Director Announces Departure
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2021
Trinity Repertory Company, the Tony Award-winning State Theater of Rhode Island, announced today that its Executive Director, Tom Parrish, will depart the organization on October 15, after six years leading its financial turnaround, organizational transformation, and navigation through the COVID-19 pandemic. Parrish got engaged last year and has decided to relocate to New York City to pursue other opportunities closer to his fiancé and new home.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE Comes to PPAC in December
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2021
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE, the popular and dazzling family holiday spectacular,  lights up the Providence Performing Arts Center's (PPAC) stage December 17 – 18, 2021. This annual tradition wraps a whimsical, Broadway-style musical infused with contemporary circus artistry into the ultimate holiday gift for the entire family! 
Matt DeAngelis, Christine Dwyer, and Liz Callaway Will Perform at Theatre By The Sea This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2021
On July 31, join Tony nominated Broadway favorite, Liz Callaway, up close and personal for an evening of beloved songs from Broadway (Cats, Baby), pop, and film (Anastasia) with award-winning Alex Rybeck at the piano.
Casey Farm and Contemporary Theater Company to Host A Big Ol' Clambake
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
The Contemporary Theater Company and Casey Farm are joining forces for a Big Ol' Clambake August 7 at Casey Farm. The gates open at 4 pm and food is served at 5 pm.
Elvis Costello & The Imposters to Return to the Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS announced today that they will be hitting the road once more this October, after more a year without concerts, in a show entitled “Hello Again.” ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS return to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 7:30P.
REVOLVE Dance Project Launches Inaugural Performance At Temple Of Music, Roger Williams Park
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
This Saturday REVOLVE Dance Project, a Providence-based collaborative arts company, will launch its inaugural performance event on Saturday, July 24 at 4pm and 7pm in the open air at the Temple of Music at Roger Williams Park.
Brand New Production of THE NUTCRACKER to be Presented by Festival Ballet Providence
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
Festival Ballet Providence has announced a brand-new version of its annual production of The Nutcracker, featuring new sets, costumes and choreography. The ballet will be performed for the first time at Veterans Memorial Auditorium ('The Vets'), signaling a monumental next chapter in the Company's 44-year history.
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra Presents A TRIBUTE TO THE HUMAN SPIRIT
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra presents its 2021 Summer Pops Concert Series titled A Tribute to the Human Spirit.
Emily Luther, Jana Robbins, Haley Swindal Will Come To Theatre By The Sea This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
Ms. Luther, who appeared in Evita at Theatre By The Sea in 2008, returns with a brand new solo concert. Ms. Robbins & Ms. Swindal, (who appeared in Theatre By The Sea productions of Mary Poppins and Spamalot), will be presenting their latest show We Just Move On! - The Songs of Kander and Ebb.
PPAC And PFM Announce Promotions Of Judy Ferreira As CFO And Anthony Mylers As Director Of IT Services
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2021
J.L. “Lynn” Singleton, President and CEO of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) and Professional Facilities Management (PFM), is pleased to announce that Judy Ferreira has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for PPAC and PFM.
Comedian Poppy Champlin and Broadway Performer Nicholas Rodriguez Will Come To Theatre By The Sea
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2021
Ms. Champlin, who co-hosted the Late Night Cabaret in 2019, returns to TBTS with her new show On the Funny Side of the Street. Mr. Rodriguez, who will be making his debut at the historic barn theatre, will perform his latest concert, All is Fair in Love, which features an evening of love songs.
FRINGEPVD: THE PROVIDENCE FRINGE FESTIVAL Tickets and Passes Now On Sale       
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2021
Tickets and festival passes are now on sale for FringePVD: The Providence Fringe Festival July 18 – 31, 2021, presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group in collaboration with WaterFire Providence.
Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School's Summer Enrollment Is Underway
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School's Summer 2021 Enrollment Period is underway for  lessons, classes, and ensembles open to students of all ages and ability levels.
Wilbury Announces New Performance Space At WaterFire Arts Center       
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Productions planned for the 2021/22 season include Haus of Glitter’s activist dance party Historical Fantasy of Esek Hopkins, the East Coast premiere of Charlie Thurston’s modern meditation on the Icarus tale Lifted, the world premiere of Shey Rivera Ríos’ AntigonX – a queer/Latinx interpretation of Sophocles’ Antigone, and more!

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Trinity Repertory Company (1/28 - 3/19)
Nomfusi, South African soul-diva: Co-presented by FirstWorks and the Uptown Theater in Rhode Island Nomfusi, South African soul-diva: Co-presented by FirstWorks and the Uptown Theater
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The Nutcracker in Rhode Island The Nutcracker
The Vets (12/19 - 12/28)
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Machinal in Rhode Island Machinal
University of Rhode Island, J Studio (5/14 - 5/17)
Gwendolyn Goes Hollywood in Rhode Island Gwendolyn Goes Hollywood
Ballet RI Black Box Theater (2/8 - 2/22)
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