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Epic Theatre to Premiere STAY IN, STAY SAFE Series
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2020
Epic Theatre Company is premiering its brand new digital series entitled 'Stay Safe, Stay In' featuring programming specifically designed for a mobile audience during a distracting time. The programming is spread out over multiple platforms and will continue to roll-out over the next few weeks.
PPAC Announces New Performance Dates For Postponed Engagement Of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2020
The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announced today that JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, originally scheduled for March 31 a?" April 5, 2020, will now perform at PPAC on Tuesday, September 15  a?" Sunday, September 20, 2020. In Providence, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is part of the Taco/The White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
Ringo Starr Concert at PPAC Rescheduled
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2020
Ringo Starr has announced that his Spring 2020 North American tour, which includes a Saturday, June 13, 2020 performance at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), has been rescheduled.
THERESA CAPUTO LIVE! THE EXPERIENCE at PPAC Has Been Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2020
The previously postponed engagement of Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience (originally scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2020) at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has now been cancelled.
PPAC's Performances of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Have Been Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2020
The producers of the North American Tour of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL announced today that the tour has closed due to the COVID-19 crisis.  The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC)'s engagement of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, originally scheduled to perform at PPAC May 12 a?" 17, 2020, has been cancelled.
The Wilbury Theatre Group Announces Online Programming and More
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2020
Josh Short, Founder and Artistic Director of The Wilbury Theatre Group has released the following statement about upcoming programming: 
The Gamm Cancels Remainder Of Season
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2020
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) announces that it will cancel all remaining performances of its 2019-2020 season. This includes the formerly suspended run of Stephen Sondheim's Assassins and the run of Amy Herzog's Mary Jane, which was to follow.
Wilbury Group Announces New Streaming Program       
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2020
The Wilbury Theatre Group announces a new calendar of classes, performances, and events to be live-streamed on the company's Facebook and YouTube pages from now until April 12.
The Gamm Theatre Reschedules Gamm Gala 35
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) will move its annual fundraiser from Monday, March 30, to Monday, June 29, at 6 p.m. at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet, 60 Rhodes Place, Cranston, RI.
Burbage Theatre Co Suspends Programming Until Further Notice
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
All Burbage Theatre Co programming suspended indefinitely.
Events At The Vets Postponed And Cancelled Due To Coronavirus
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2020
Due to recent State of Emergency Declarations in Providence and recommendations by the RI Department of Health and the Center for Disease Control, multiple upcoming events at The VETS have been postponed or cancelled. The VETS will continue to monitor and implement health and safety guidelines laid out by the CDC and RI Department of Health.
Trinity Rep Announces Cancellation Of Remainder Of 2019-20 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2020
Trinity Repertory Company announces that based on the recommendations and policies of local and federal officials and their own commitment to the health and well-being of their community, Trinity Rep has made the difficult decision to cancel performances of their upcoming productions Sweat and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
Trinity Rep Cancels SWEAT and SWEENEY TODD
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
Trinity Rep has released the following statement regarding upcoming performance cancellations: 
newportFILM Postpones All Screening Events Due to Covid-19
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
newportFILM postpones all screening events due to Covid-19:
Gamm Announces Lineup For Upcoming Season - BAD JEWS, RICHARD II, TRAVESTIES, and More!
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) today announced its Season 36 (2020/21) lineup for theater enthusiasts and first-timers alike. The season includes back-to-back Obie and Tony award-winning plays, a Rhode Island premiere and a regional premiere of two contemporary, critically acclaimed plays, and the first Shakespeare production in The Gamm's Warwick home.
Burbage Theatre Co Suspends THE VIBRATOR PLAY
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
In acknowledgement of the current climate under the coronavirus pandemic, Burbage Theatre Co will suspend performances of In the Next Room, or The Vibrator Play this weekend.
MMT Postpones Performances of WAYFOUND
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
In an effort to help flatten the curve of potential transmission of COVID-19, MMT will postpone the March 14th and 15th performances of WAYFOUND.
Head Trick's THE LUCKY CHANCE Postponed Due to Covid-19
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2020
Head Trick's THE LUCKY CHANCE has been postponed due to Covid-19. read their statement below:
PPAC Announces That BLUE MAN GROUP Has Been Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2020
As part of Providence's State of Emergency, the City of Providence is revoking all entertainment licenses for gatherings of 100 people or more. As a result, the Providence Performing Arts Center's March 20 a?" 22, 2020 engagement of BLUE MAN GROUP has been cancelled.
The Wilbury Theatre Group Suspends All Performances Due to Covid-19
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2020
Read a statement from The Wilbury Theatre Group regarding the suspension of performances due to Covid-19.
Wilbury Theatre Ground Releases Update On Monitoring Of The Coronavirus
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2020
Read an update on the coronavirus from the founder of The Wilbury Theatre Group:
GAMM Theatre Releases Statement Concerning COVID-19 Outbreak
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2020
Gamm Theatre has released a statement concerning the current COVID-19 outbreak:
BWW Review: ASSASSINS at The Gamm Theatre Hits the Mark
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - March 10, 2020
ASSASSINS, the 1990 Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman show featuring the stories of nine successful and would-be presidential assassins, may seem like an odd choice of subject for a musical, particularly as the first musical in the Gamm Theatre's 35 season history. However, with inventive staging and a top-notch cast guided by artistic director Tony Estrella, this selection pays off.
SHAW SHOW Postponed Due To Statewide Coronavirus Concerns
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2020
After careful consideration of city and statewide coronavirus concerns, all performances of SHAW SHOW at Goff Jr. High Auditorium, Pawtucket have been postponed.
FirstWorks And PPAC Present Gravity-Defying Daredevils Of America's Got Talent Fame
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2020
FirstWorks, a Rhode Island non-profit dedicated to building community through world-class arts, and the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) are partnering to present gravity-defying movement artists DIAVOLO: Architecture in Motion, to PPAC on Friday, April 24, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.

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