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Review: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN] at Contemporary Theater Company
by Christopher Verleger - May 07, 2025
When Shakespeare penned, “Oh, what fools these mortals be,” he couldn’t ever have imagined the deliberately, delightfully foolish behavior his words would incite more than four centuries later in ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again],’ now at Contemporary Theater Company.
EARTH, WIND & FIRE Comes to PPAC in December
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
EARTH, WIND & FIRE, the legendary music group known for hits like the funky and infectious “Let’s Groove,” the timeless dance classic “September” and the heartfelt “Reasons,” will perform at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC).
Morgan Jay Brings THE GOOFY GUY TOUR to PPAC
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
 Musician/comedian Morgan Jay has announced that he will perform at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in November. The stop in Providence is part of his THE GOOFY GUY TOUR. 
Classic Chicago at PPAC
by Andria Tieman - May 03, 2025
Chicago currently holds the record for the longest-running show on Broadway, with 10,500 performances, and the current touring show is an exact replica of the revival that has been running on Broadway since1996.  It’s delightful to be able to see this classic production without having to travel to New York and the cast is across the board exceptional.
Trinity Rep Concludes Season With BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company will present Blues for an Alabama Sky by Pearl Cleage, directed by resident company member Jackie Davis, beginning this month.
FirstWorks to Present 2025 SUMMER BEATS Free Concerts
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
FirstWorks has revealed their 2025 Summer Beats Concert Series today featuring a lineup of global artists. Learn more about the upcoming free concerts and see how to attend!
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN] Comes to the Contemporary Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2025
​​​​​​​This May, The Contemporary Theater Company (CTC) is celebrating 20 years of laughter, community, and exciting shows with the return of one of its most beloved productions: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [revised] [again].
NEXT TO NORMAL, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and More Set For Trinity Rep's 62nd Season
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
The Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company has announced its 62nd Season. The season, which includes a five-show subscription series and the theater's iconic retelling of A Christmas Carol, opens in September.
RI Philharmonic Orchestra to Present 'Spano Conducts Brahms’ Requiem'
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will present Spano Conducts Brahms’ Requiem for an upcoming performance at The VETS in Providence: Saturday, May 10 at 7:30pm as part of the TACO Classical Series.
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT SIZZLES ON TOUR at Providence Performing Arts Center
by John McDaid - April 23, 2025
Some Like It Hot Sizzles on Tour at PPAC: Big band energy, tap-happy choreography, and sharp performances heat up the stage in this exuberant musical comedy
Cast And Creative Team Set for AMERICAN IDIOT at Wilbury Theatre Group
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group has revealed the cast, crew, and creative team of the final show of their 2024/25 Main Series Season, American Idiot. Learn more and see how to attend!
AMERICA To Perform Live At Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
The iconic multi-platinum-selling group AMERICA is celebrating their 55th anniversary with the “Encore Tour 2025.” The tour, which launched on March 8, will make a stop at the Providence Performing Arts Center.
STARDEW VALLEY: SYMPHONY OF SEASONS Comes to Providence Center In 2026
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
SOHO Live, the Tokyo-based live music company specializing in creating and presenting live concerts of the most memorable video game and anime music, brings STARDEW VALLEY: SYMPHONY OF SEASONS to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Newport Jazz Festival 2025 Details Daily Festival Lineups
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
This summer, the Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island for the iconic cultural institution’s 71st edition. Following this week’s initial lineup announcement, the daily lineups have been revealed.
Wilbury Theatre Group to Present Fundraiser NEVER MIND THE BOLLOCKS
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group will present NEVER MIND THE BOLLOCKS: A Fundraiser for Wilbury Theatre Group, celebrating the theater company's 15 years of performance in Providence. Learn how to attend.
Theatre By The Season 2025 Season Box Office Open In May
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Theatre By The Sea owner and producer Bill Hanney has announced the opening of the box office for ticket sales for the 2025 Summer Season. Beginning on Friday, May 2 (online only) and Sunday, May 4 (in person) patrons may purchase tickets to Theatre By The Sea's Children's Festival.
HAMLET Extended By Popular Demand at the Gamm
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre has announced four additional performances of Hamlet, extended by popular demand. Learn more about the upcoming events here!
Janelle Monáe, The Roots, & More Join Newport Jazz Festival 2025 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
One of the longest-running and most storied festivals in America, the Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island for the iconic cultural institution’s 71st edition on August 1-3. Take a look at the lineup here!
Tina Fey, Kelli O'Hara and More Among Trinity Rep's Pell Award Winners
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
Trinity Repertory Company has revealed the local and national honorees of the 2025 Pell Awards Gala, including Tina Fey and more. Learn more about the awards here!
THE THORN Coming to Providence Performing Arts Center in October
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
The Thorn will bring the Passion of Jesus to life at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) for two performances only on Tuesday, October 14 and Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7PM.
The Gamm Honors 40 Seasons With Celebration Of Providence Years
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
The Gamm continued to celebrate its 40th anniversary season on Monday, April 14 with a deeply nostalgic evening in its original home city of Providence.
The Gamm Theatre Stages Tony Kushner's ANGELS IN AMERICA
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre will present a special staging of Tony Kushner's two-part epic, Angels in America, directed by Brian McEleney. The pair of productions gets underway with Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches opening on May 29.
Ballet Ri To Present SWAN LAKE & Annual Gala This May At The Vets
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2025
Ballet RI has announced its presentation of* Swan Lake*, one of the world's most beloved ballets, premiering this May at THE VETS.
THE WHO'S TOMMY National Tour Will Now Launch Fall 2026
by Joshua Wright - April 10, 2025
The National Tour of The Who's TOMMY will now launch in Fall 2026. The touring production was previously set to launch in Fall 2025 at Providence Performing Arts Center in Providence, RI. The Broadway revival played 21 previews and 132 regular performances at the Nederlander Theatre.
Review: RIVERDANCE 30-THE NEW GENERATION at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Jay Pateakos - April 08, 2025
Whether you’re one of those who’s seen it a number of times in its 30-year run or just witnessing it for the very first time, like me, there’s a ton to love about this energetic musical and dance spectacular.  “Riverdance 30-The New Generation” does an incredible job of working to make all theatre-goers happy, combining some of the great history of the three decades of performances along with some new energy and dances to keep everything so fresh.

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