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Mixed Magic Theatre Presents LETTER FROM BIRMINGHAM CITY JAIL and BEYOND VIETNAM
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2020
Mixed Magic Theatre presents Letter from Birmingham City Jail and Beyond Vietnam.
Photo Flash: First Look at Epic Theatre's SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2020
Epic Theatre Company is continuing its tradition of producing modern masterpieces in innovative and exciting new ways this January with Suddenly Last Summer by Tennessee Williams. The Gothic drama is an underrated gem with searing characterizations that careen toward an unforgettable ending.
Trinity Repertory Company Calls for 2020 Rhode Island Pell Award Nominations
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
Trinity Repertory Company is inviting the public to nominate outstanding local artists for the 2020 Rhode Island Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts. The Pell Awards' criteria include distinction in the artist's chosen field, work that significantly advances the art form and contribution to the betterment of the community, and the world at large through artistic presence and community service. Awards will be presented at the theater's gala event on Monday, June 1, 2020.
The Providence Performing Arts Center will Present NEXT STOP BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
The Next Stop BROADWAY® program, presented by the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), will take place at PPAC, Monday through Friday, August 10 - 14, 2020. This week-long performing arts program consists of classes, workshops, and rehearsals focused on classic Broadway shows. The staff of Broadway professionals will teach participants ('cast members') songs and choreography from two hit shows from the 'Golden Age of Broadway.' Cast members will have the opportunity to create their own presentations based on shows from PPAC's upcoming 2020/2021 Broadway Season. In addition to dance and vocal training, the program includes a mid-week 'edu-tainmnet' segment, highlighted with film clips of Broadway shows.
The North American Tour of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Play the Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
The North American Tour of Fiddler on the Roof performs at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) February 11 - 16, 2020, starring Israeli theatre, film and TV actor, Yehezkel Lazarov as Tevye.
Providence Performing Arts Center Has Announced ARTS Scholarships 2020 Program
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 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), are pleased to announce that applications for the ARTS Scholarships 2020 program will be available on Thursday, January 2, 2020; applications will then be accepted until Friday, February 28, 2020 at 4P.
Trinity Repertory Company Continues 2019-2020 Season with August Wilson's RADIO GOLF
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
Trinity Rep continues its 2019-20 Season with the final play from American theatrical legend August Wilson - Radio Golf. Directed by resident acting company member Jude Sandy, the show features resident acting company member Joe Wilson, Jr., as Harmond Wilks, a man determined to revive his childhood neighborhood without considering the emotional cost. Both moving and funny, Radio Golf is the culmination of August Wilson's ten-play American Century Cycle chronicling each decade of African-American life in the twentieth century. Radio Golf runs January 31 - March 1, with press opening on Monday, February 3 at 7:30 pm. Tickets start at $27. More information can be found at www.TrinityRep.com/radiogolf.
Contemporary Theater Company Will Host Annual Wakefield Idol Singing Competition
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2019
Who will be the next winner of Wakefield Idol? It could be you!
Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW - December 23, 2019
There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
Photo Flash: First Look at A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Artists' Exchange
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2019
With their most anticipated production of the year, Artists' Exchange presents A Christmas Carol for their 16th consecutive year. This light-hearted version of Charles Dickens timeless tale is the perfect holiday tradition for families and all ages to enjoy. With all the traditional characters, memorable sights and sounds, and a few fresh twists, this classic Christmas ghost story is sure to delight.
Wilbury Group Kicks Off the New Year With PRUDENCIA HART
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2019
The Wilbury Theatre Group continues its 2019/20 Main Series season into the new year with the Rhode Island premiere of David Greig's global hit play, The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart.
Granite Theatre Announces 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2019
The Renaissance City Theatre, Inc. (RCTI) announces the exciting and new 20th Season of the Granite Theatre. Southern Rhode Island's only year-round theatre is within walking distance of some of the region's finest dining as well as a beautiful stretch of beaches and popular resorts. The Theatre is in a beautifully refurbished Greek Revival building located in the heart of historic downtown Westerly. Jude Pescatello will serve as interim Artistic Director.
Epic's SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER Kicks Off 2020
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2019
Epic Theatre Company is continuing its tradition of producing modern masterpieces in innovative and exciting new ways this January with Suddenly Last Summer by Tennessee Williams. The Gothic drama is an underrated gem with searing characterizations that careen toward an unforgettable ending.
December 19th Update: NEWSIES - Theatre by the Sea Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW Rhode Island Awards Voting
by BWW Staff - December 19, 2019
We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
Daniel Bernard Roumain to Perform Redemption Songs And Sonatas With The Humanist Septet
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2019
Renowned violinist/composer Daniel Bernard Roumain collaborates with local music makers in a concert infused with electronic, urban, and classical sounds, celebrating a worldview of civil rights for all.
Renaissance City Theatre, Inc. Extends Search for New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2019
Renaissance City Theatre, Inc., the producing entity of the Granite Theatre, extends its search for a new Artistic Director to fill the position of retiring Artistic Directors David and Beth Jepson. It has been and will continue to be the mission of the Granite Theatre to provide exceptional year-round theatrical performances, education and other opportunities for the community of Westerly and surrounding areas.
Ms. Lauryn Hill to Play the VETS in Providence
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 17, 2019
 Grammy award-winning artist, Ms. Lauryn Hill will play The VETS in Providence on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 8:30pm. Tickets are on sale Friday and can be purchased online at TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421.ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC box office located at 220 Weybosset St, Providence. Box office hours are Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm. The VETS on-site box office, located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence, is only open on show days. For a complete schedule of The VETS events visit TheVetsRI.com.
Theresa Caputo is Coming to the Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2019
THERESA CAPUTO, from TLC's hit show, Long Island Medium, will be appearing live at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 3P. Theresa will share personal stories about her life and explain how her gift works. She will deliver healing messages to audience members and give people comfort knowing that their loved ones who passed are still with them, just in a different way.
Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW - December 16, 2019
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
Gamm Presents ADMISSIONS
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2019
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) opens the new year with the off-Broadway hit Admissions by playwright Joshua Harmon (Significant Other, Bad Jews). Winner of both the 2018 Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards for best play, Harmon's newest comedy-drama explores white privilege in education-a topic made even more relevant by the country's headline-making college admissions scandal. Bryn Boice, associate artistic director of Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, makes her Gamm directorial debut with Admissions. The production features Deb Martin (Maxine Faulk in The Night of the Iguana) and Jim O'Brien (Mr. Mundy in The Night Watch) as husband and wife prep school administrators pushing for racial diversity in the student body. Gamm newcomer Jacob Osborne plays their son, whose Ivy League ambitions expose deep cracks in his parents' progressive values.
Wilbury Group Receives Grant For $24,616 From The Champlin Foundation       
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2019
The Wilbury Theatre Group announces they are the first-time recipients of a grant from The Champlin Foundation, one of Rhode Island's oldest and most generous supporters of non-profit organizations. The $24,616 grant will support technical upgrades to the Group's Olneyville performance space. In addition to an upgraded sound system and lighting equipment, the grant includes funding for the installation of a new insulated garage door meant to improve the energy efficiency of the performance space.
FirstWorks Presents AUREA ENSEMBLE OF NATURE COMPOSED
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2019
FirstWorks Presents Aurea Ensemble Of Nature Composed Sunday, January 26, 2020, 4 p.m., First Unitarian Church of Providence 1 Benevolent Street, Providence.
Trinity Repertory Company to Present THE PRINCE OF PROVIDENCE Revival
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2019
Following the sold-out run of its record-breaking world premiere production of The Prince of Providence this fall, Trinity Rep will revive the play about Buddy Cianci in summer 2021 in its intimate, 250-seat Dowling Theater. The production will close out the 2020-21 Trinity Rep season, following the regular six-show subscription season and the company's 43rd production of A Christmas Carol. Details, schedule, and cast will be announced at a later date. Tickets will be available only to subscribers until spring 2021, with 2019-20 Season subscribers granted first access in February 2020.
SQUEEZE: The Squeeze Songbook Tour 2020 Comes To The VETS
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2019
The hit UK rock group Squeeze ('Cool for Cats,' 'Up the Junction,' 'Tempted') will bring their The Squeeze Songbook Tour 2020 to The VETS in Providence, Sunday, February 23, 2020 at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale Friday and can be purchased online at TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421.ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC box office located at 220 Weybosset St, Providence. Box office hours are Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm. The VETS on-site box office, located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence, is only open on show days. For a complete schedule of The VETS events visit TheVetsRI.com.
BWW Review: Trinity Rep's FADE Delights and Infuriates in Equal Measure
by Andria Tieman - December 10, 2019
Tanya Saracho's FADE is a witty and insightful look into work/life power dynamics. What makes this particular story so interesting is the manipulation of status as a minority in the workplace--against another person of the same minority group. Our two characters--Lucia (Elia Saldana) and Abel (Daniel Duque-Estrada) are both Mexican, but he works as a cleaner in her office, and she is a television writer. Playwright Saracho deftly manipulates ideas of class, and uses perceived shared culture as a weapon, and the result is both hilarious and maddening. Saldana and Duque-Estrada play off each other very well keeping the energy high in this 100 minute production.

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