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Epic Announces Angelique Dina As New Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2020
Epic  has announced Angelique Dina as new Associate Artistic Director:
Providence Performing Arts Center Announces New Dates for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announced today that JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will now be presented on Tuesday, August 24 - Sunday, August 29, 2021.
The Gamm Announces New Schedule For Season 36
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Due to ongoing concerns surrounding COVID-19 and public safety, The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) is rescheduling the start of Season 36 from this September to January 2021. A revised calendar for the full 5-play lineup will be announced soon.
Trinity Rep Shifts 2020-21 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
With the health and safety of our artists, patrons, and staff as our top priority, Trinity Rep will shift the schedule of the previously announced 2020-21 Season.
Professional Facilities Management to Host Master Classes With Adam Kantor
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2020
J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton, President and CEO of Professional Facilities Management (PFM), is pleased to announce that PFM will host virtual Broadway master classes with Broadway veteran and Jimmy® Awards coach Adam Kantor (The Band's Visit, Rent, Fiddler on the Roof) in July 2020.
Sara Holdren Is Coming To Epic's THE DRAG
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2020
Epic Theatre Company has announced that the third episode of 'The Drag' will feature Sara Holdren.
Providence Performing Arts Center Reschedules DEAR EVAN HANSEN, MEAN GIRLS & More
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2020
Today, J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton, President and CEO of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), unveiled a new performance schedule for PPAC's upcoming 2020/2021 Broadway Season.
Chariho High School Theatre Company Prepares to Stage THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2020
The Westerly Sun has reported that Chariho High School Theatre Company has been rehearsing virtually for their production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, in the hopes that they will be able to stage a live production by the summer time with social-distancing protocols in place.
Epic Presents FILL IN THE BLANCK
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2020
Aaron Blanck is back for a third round of stupendous silliness this Saturday, May 23rd at 8pm for 'Fill in the Blanck: An Epic Game Show' Live on Epic's Facebook Page.
Epic Artistic Director Does A Rewrite On KING LEAR
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2020
Epic Theatre Company is continuing its #StaySafe Series with one of our most audacious publicity stunts--ever.
BRING YOUR OWN IMPROV, Rhode Island Comedy Show, Offers Free Laughs For Families
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2020
Bring Your Own Improv (BYOI), an interactive comedy show for all ages, is now offering their weekly improv comedy shows via Zoom and YouTube. The group first began offering these shows online on March 27, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Epic Announces All Digital Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2020
Epic Theatre Company has announced its first-ever, all-digital summer season. After shifting its schedule, the company has decided to postpone its production of 'The Laramie Project' and 'I Can Speak' in favor of productions tailored specifically for online platforms that will debut in July and August, respectively.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Engagement at Providence Performing Arts Center Postponed; New Dates Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2020
Due to the ongoing health and financial crises, the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC)'s engagement of Dear Evan Hansen, originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 26 through Sunday, May 31, 2020, has been postponed.
Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra Cancels Concerts through May 2020
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2020
Based on the unprecedented challenges to local communities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra has made the decision to cancel its previously postponed concerts for the 2019-2020 75th anniversary season.
Epic Launches New Instagram Series ALL DONE UP WITH STEPHANIE TRAVERSA
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Epic Theatre Company is excited to launch a new Instagram series this Sunday, May 3rd at 7pm featuring Epic regular actress and make-up maven Stephanie Traversa.  'All Done Up with Stephanie Traversa' will feature the fun and fabulous actress walking viewers through theatrical make-up tutorials with the goal of having fun while staying home.
Playwright Darcie Dennigan Awarded Howard Foundation Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
The Wilbury Theatre Group has announced that Darcie Dennigan, Playwright-in-Residence with the Group since 2019, has been named as a recipient of a fellowship from the George A. and Eliza Gardner Howard Foundation, an independent organization administered by Brown University.
Theatre By The Sea Postpones 2020 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
In response to ongoing developments with the Coronavirus/COVID-19 Pandemic and out of concern for the health and safety of audiences, performers, musicians, crew members, and staff, Theatre By The Sea's owner and producer Bill Hanney has announced that he has decided to postpone the 2020 summer season until 2021.
PPAC's Community Outreach Committee Announces Recipients Of The 2020 ARTS Scholarships Program
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
Jo-Ann Ragosta, Chairperson of the ARTS Scholarships 2020 program, along with the members of the Community Outreach Committee of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), have announced the winners of the ARTS Scholarships 2020 program, sponsored by Textron Charitable Trust, with support from PPAC Annual Fund Donors and Ocean State Charities Trust.
Epic Theatre Premieres New Game Show FILL IN THE BLANCK
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2020
Epic Theatre Company continues it's a?oeStay Safe, Stay Homea?? series with its biggest digital undertaking yet--an irreverent game show inspired by the television classic Match Game, hosted by Epic's very own Aaron Blanck, and featuring a roster of local talent and iconic celebrities all trying their best to Fill in the Blanck.
Theatre By the Sea Postpones Summer 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2020
Theatre By the Sea has announced the postponement of its summer 2020 season, due to the current health crisis.
Trinity Rep to Present SWEENEY TODD, SWEAT and More in 2020-21 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2020
The Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company, under the artistic leadership of The Arthur P. Solomon and Sally E. Lapides Artistic Director Curt Columbus, announces the company's 57th season.
Trinity Rep Announces 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for Second Year
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2020
Trinity Repertory Company's improved financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America's largest independent charity evaluator, for the second year in a row after first being awarded the distinction in 2019.
The Wilbury Theatre Group Announces New Streaming Programs
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2020
After a widely successful first round of streaming events, The Wilbury Group announces new events to be streamed through May 6. In addition to the previously announced performances of New and Dangerous Ideas by Christopher Johnson and CVK.
Trinity Rep Announces Winners of WRITE HERE! WRITE NOW! Student Playwriting Competition
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2020
The winners of Trinity Rep's eighth annual playwriting competition for New England high school students, Write Here! Write Now!, have been announced: Carolyn Jane Ferullo (Lincoln School in Providence, RI), Amiya Mandapati (Lincoln School in Providence, RI), Ayrin Ramirez (Central High School in Providence, RI), and Madilyn Spear.
Trinity Rep Announces Digital Content and Online Classes
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2020
Though Trinity Rep stages and classrooms are temporarily shuttered to protect public health and safety, Rhode Island's Tony Award-winning theater is generating digital content and creating virtual events and classes, so that 'the show goes on.'

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