Trinity Rep Now Accepting Entries For WRITE HERE! WRITE NOW! Play Competition
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Trinity Rep's eighth annual playwriting competition for New England High School students, Write Here! Write Now!, is now accepting entries. Students are asked to compose an original ten-minute play and submit it via the online application form.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Trinity Rep's eighth annual playwriting competition for New England High School students, Write Here! Write Now!, is now accepting entries. Students are asked to compose an original ten-minute play and submit it via the online application form.
BWW Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at PPAC
by Andria Tieman - February 06, 2019
As a massive Roald Dahl fan, this reviewer secretly hopes his entire catalog will wind up as Broadway shows someday. For now, we have Matilda The Musical (London 2010, Broadway 2013) and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (London 2013, Broadway 2017). The stage version of the 1964 novel that has had two film adaptations does a very good job of marrying the original text with many of the beloved songs from the 1971 film. It also doesn't shy away from the fact that Willy Wonka invites five children into his place of business, and four of them may end up dead or disfigured by the end of the day. The script has some updates for the time period, but in this age of helicopter parenting and raising your kids practically encased in bubble wrap, it's kind of nice see this show lean into the darker aspects of the story, which are the hallmarks of Roald Dahl's writing.
by Andria Tieman - February 06, 2019
As a massive Roald Dahl fan, this reviewer secretly hopes his entire catalog will wind up as Broadway shows someday. For now, we have Matilda The Musical (London 2010, Broadway 2013) and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (London 2013, Broadway 2017). The stage version of the 1964 novel that has had two film adaptations does a very good job of marrying the original text with many of the beloved songs from the 1971 film. It also doesn't shy away from the fact that Willy Wonka invites five children into his place of business, and four of them may end up dead or disfigured by the end of the day. The script has some updates for the time period, but in this age of helicopter parenting and raising your kids practically encased in bubble wrap, it's kind of nice see this show lean into the darker aspects of the story, which are the hallmarks of Roald Dahl's writing.
BWW Review: AJIJAAK ON TURTLE ISLAND at FirstWorks
by Barb Burke - February 06, 2019
It's clear Ajijaak on Turtle Island will go on to win hearts and fans for years to come.
by Barb Burke - February 06, 2019
It's clear Ajijaak on Turtle Island will go on to win hearts and fans for years to come.
Photo Flash: Trinity Repertory Company Presents AN ILIAD
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Trinity Repertory Company presents An Iliad. Directed by and featuring Brian McEleney. Performances run February 6 - February 10. Tickets are on sale by phone at (401) 351-4242, online at www.TrinityRep.com, or in person at the theater's box office at 201 Washington Street, Providence.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Trinity Repertory Company presents An Iliad. Directed by and featuring Brian McEleney. Performances run February 6 - February 10. Tickets are on sale by phone at (401) 351-4242, online at www.TrinityRep.com, or in person at the theater's box office at 201 Washington Street, Providence.
DOUBLE DARE LIVE, Featuring Original Host Mark Summers, Will Play PPAC
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Charlie Blum Entertainment / CB Entertainment and Red Tail Productions LLC, in partnership with Nickelodeon, announce additional new tour dates for Nickelodeon's Double Dare Live stage show. Coming off of a successful fall 2018 tour, Double Dare Live -- featuring original host Marc Summers and his beloved sidekick Robin Russo -- will resume touring March 26 in Lancaster, PA, and will play The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Saturday, May 18 at 7P.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Charlie Blum Entertainment / CB Entertainment and Red Tail Productions LLC, in partnership with Nickelodeon, announce additional new tour dates for Nickelodeon's Double Dare Live stage show. Coming off of a successful fall 2018 tour, Double Dare Live -- featuring original host Marc Summers and his beloved sidekick Robin Russo -- will resume touring March 26 in Lancaster, PA, and will play The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Saturday, May 18 at 7P.
Theatre By The Sea Recognized With Ten BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The 2018 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards, honoring regional productions, touring shows, and more, which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018, were recently announced. Theatre By The Sea is proud to have been recognized with a total of ten awards - nine of which were for last summer's unprecedented five-week sold-out run of Mamma Mia!
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The 2018 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards, honoring regional productions, touring shows, and more, which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018, were recently announced. Theatre By The Sea is proud to have been recognized with a total of ten awards - nine of which were for last summer's unprecedented five-week sold-out run of Mamma Mia!
Mixed Magic Theatre Presents Martin Luther King's BEYOND VIETNAM
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2019
For the 2019 Black History Month, Mixed Magic Theatre will present a dramatic interpretation of one of King's most important works, BEYOND VIETNAM. Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King's writings and sermons were important during his lifetime and are now celebrated around the world. King's words not only gave voice to Black people's struggle for justice and equality in America, they are eloquent chronicles of an era. King's great oratory skills gave his words even more weight.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2019
For the 2019 Black History Month, Mixed Magic Theatre will present a dramatic interpretation of one of King's most important works, BEYOND VIETNAM. Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King's writings and sermons were important during his lifetime and are now celebrated around the world. King's words not only gave voice to Black people's struggle for justice and equality in America, they are eloquent chronicles of an era. King's great oratory skills gave his words even more weight.
Mixed Magic Theatre To Begin New Performance Series RISE TO BLACK
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2019
The new performance series, Rise To Black, starts in February, featuring great scenes from the stages of some of the most memorable Black Theater. Since its founding in 2000 Mixed Magic Theatre has presented a wide range of some of Black theatre's greatest plays, in addition to creating celebrated iconic black figures in some of the company's original works.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2019
The new performance series, Rise To Black, starts in February, featuring great scenes from the stages of some of the most memorable Black Theater. Since its founding in 2000 Mixed Magic Theatre has presented a wide range of some of Black theatre's greatest plays, in addition to creating celebrated iconic black figures in some of the company's original works.
Arturo Sandoval Added To Saturday Lineup At The NEWPORT BEACH JAZZ PARTY Along With Clint Holmes
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
'We are proud to announce that Arturo Sandoval has been added to the 19th annual Newport Beach Jazz Party lineup in 2019,' begins the event co-producer Paul Lowden.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
'We are proud to announce that Arturo Sandoval has been added to the 19th annual Newport Beach Jazz Party lineup in 2019,' begins the event co-producer Paul Lowden.
IBEX Puppetry's Ajijaak On Turtle Island Launches FirstWorks 2019 Frontier Series
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
FirstWorks, a Rhode Island non-profit dedicated to building community through world-class arts announces a residency with renowned contemporary puppet artist Heather Henson and her production company IBEX Puppetry. The residency will culminate in performances of the visually stunning puppet-based production, 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island,' making its premiere with FirstWorks as part of a four-city national tour. 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' is co-directed by Henson, daughter of puppet legend Jim Henson, and Ty Defoe, a Grammy Award winner from the Oneida and Ojibwe Nations.FirstWorks' public performances of 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' will take place at the state-of-the-art Moses Brown School Woodman Center at 250 Lloyd Avenue, Providence onThursday, January 31 and Today, February 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.Tickets start at $22.50 and are available online at first-works.org or by phone at 401-421-4281. This first performance in the 2019 FirstWorks Frontier Series offers an immersive spectacle for the whole family.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
FirstWorks, a Rhode Island non-profit dedicated to building community through world-class arts announces a residency with renowned contemporary puppet artist Heather Henson and her production company IBEX Puppetry. The residency will culminate in performances of the visually stunning puppet-based production, 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island,' making its premiere with FirstWorks as part of a four-city national tour. 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' is co-directed by Henson, daughter of puppet legend Jim Henson, and Ty Defoe, a Grammy Award winner from the Oneida and Ojibwe Nations.FirstWorks' public performances of 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' will take place at the state-of-the-art Moses Brown School Woodman Center at 250 Lloyd Avenue, Providence onThursday, January 31 and Today, February 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.Tickets start at $22.50 and are available online at first-works.org or by phone at 401-421-4281. This first performance in the 2019 FirstWorks Frontier Series offers an immersive spectacle for the whole family.
Photo Flash: Trinity Repertory Company Presents MACBETH
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
Trinity Repertory Company presents Macbeth. Directed by Curt Columbus. Performances run January 31 - March 3.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
Trinity Repertory Company presents Macbeth. Directed by Curt Columbus. Performances run January 31 - March 3.
Trinity Rep Announces Shakespearean Classic MACBETH
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
Trinity Rep will continue its 2018-19 Season with the electrifying tale of Macbeth a Shakespearean thriller that bursts at breakneck speed with more suspense, murder, and madness than a blockbuster film. Directed by Curt Columbus, who was most recently at the helm of last spring's Ragtime, this contemporary telling of the famously-cursed play will include a live DJ and elements of magic.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
Trinity Rep will continue its 2018-19 Season with the electrifying tale of Macbeth a Shakespearean thriller that bursts at breakneck speed with more suspense, murder, and madness than a blockbuster film. Directed by Curt Columbus, who was most recently at the helm of last spring's Ragtime, this contemporary telling of the famously-cursed play will include a live DJ and elements of magic.
IBEX Puppetry's Ajijaak On Turtle Island Launches FirstWorks 2019 Frontier Series
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
FirstWorks, a Rhode Island non-profit dedicated to building community through world-class arts announces a residency with renowned contemporary puppet artist Heather Henson and her production company IBEX Puppetry. The residency will culminate in performances of the visually stunning puppet-based production, 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island,' making its premiere with FirstWorks as part of a four-city national tour. 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' is co-directed by Henson, daughter of puppet legend Jim Henson, and Ty Defoe, a Grammy Award winner from the Oneida and Ojibwe Nations.FirstWorks' public performances of 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' will take place at the state-of-the-art Moses Brown School Woodman Center at 250 Lloyd Avenue, Providence onToday, January 31 and Friday, February 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.Tickets start at $22.50 and are available online at first-works.org or by phone at 401-421-4281. This first performance in the 2019 FirstWorks Frontier Series offers an immersive spectacle for the whole family.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
FirstWorks, a Rhode Island non-profit dedicated to building community through world-class arts announces a residency with renowned contemporary puppet artist Heather Henson and her production company IBEX Puppetry. The residency will culminate in performances of the visually stunning puppet-based production, 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island,' making its premiere with FirstWorks as part of a four-city national tour. 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' is co-directed by Henson, daughter of puppet legend Jim Henson, and Ty Defoe, a Grammy Award winner from the Oneida and Ojibwe Nations.FirstWorks' public performances of 'Ajijaak on Turtle Island' will take place at the state-of-the-art Moses Brown School Woodman Center at 250 Lloyd Avenue, Providence onToday, January 31 and Friday, February 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.Tickets start at $22.50 and are available online at first-works.org or by phone at 401-421-4281. This first performance in the 2019 FirstWorks Frontier Series offers an immersive spectacle for the whole family.
Gamm Pairs Churchill's ESCAPED ALONE With Beckett's COME AND GO
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2019
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) pairs the New England premiere of Caryl Churchill's newest play, Escaped Alone, with Samuel Beckett's 1965 minimalist play, Come and Go, for what promises to be a compelling theatrical experience.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2019
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) pairs the New England premiere of Caryl Churchill's newest play, Escaped Alone, with Samuel Beckett's 1965 minimalist play, Come and Go, for what promises to be a compelling theatrical experience.
Wilbury Group Presents National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere Of RED BIKE
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2019
The Wilbury Theatre Group Presents National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of RED BIKE Presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group in collaboration with Pygmailion Productions (Salt Lake City), Simpatico Theatre (Philadelphia), and Know Theatre (Cincinnati) PROVIDENCE, RI (January 30, 2019) - The Wilbury Theatre Group continues its record-breaking 2018/19 season with National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of RED BIKE, a new play by award-winning playwright Caridad Svich. Joining productions by Pygmalion Productions (Salt Lake City), Simpatico Theatre (Philadelphia), and Know Theatre (Cincinnati), The Wilbury Theatre Group is proud to bring Providence this timely and rollercoaster ride of a story of the city on the verge of change in performances February 21 thru March 3, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2019
The Wilbury Theatre Group Presents National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of RED BIKE Presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group in collaboration with Pygmailion Productions (Salt Lake City), Simpatico Theatre (Philadelphia), and Know Theatre (Cincinnati) PROVIDENCE, RI (January 30, 2019) - The Wilbury Theatre Group continues its record-breaking 2018/19 season with National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of RED BIKE, a new play by award-winning playwright Caridad Svich. Joining productions by Pygmalion Productions (Salt Lake City), Simpatico Theatre (Philadelphia), and Know Theatre (Cincinnati), The Wilbury Theatre Group is proud to bring Providence this timely and rollercoaster ride of a story of the city on the verge of change in performances February 21 thru March 3, 2019.
BWW Review: CATS is Still the Cat's Meow
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - January 28, 2019
The national tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical CATS has kicked off in Providence and, based on Thursday night's performance, this revival is in exceedingly fine form.
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - January 28, 2019
The national tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical CATS has kicked off in Providence and, based on Thursday night's performance, this revival is in exceedingly fine form.
BWW Review: THOM PAIN (BASED ON NOTHING) at THE BURBAGE THEATRE--O MY!
by Larry O'Brien - January 27, 2019
by Larry O'Brien - January 27, 2019
Rhode Island Stage Ensemble Presents LOVE ON THE RISE
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Rhode Island Stage Ensemble, one of the Ocean State's premier community theater companies, is thrilled to announce our fourth semi-annual cabaret fundraiser, LOVE ON THE RISE.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Rhode Island Stage Ensemble, one of the Ocean State's premier community theater companies, is thrilled to announce our fourth semi-annual cabaret fundraiser, LOVE ON THE RISE.
BWW Review: THE NIGHT WATCH at The Gamm Theatre
by Barb Burke - January 25, 2019
The Night Watch runs until February 10 at the Gamm Theatre in Warwick, RI.
by Barb Burke - January 25, 2019
The Night Watch runs until February 10 at the Gamm Theatre in Warwick, RI.
Rhode Island Stage Ensemble Presents LOVE ON THE RISE
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
Rhode Island Stage Ensemble, one of the Ocean State's premier community theater companies, is thrilled to announce its fourth semi-annual cabaret fundraiser, LOVE ON THE RISE.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
Rhode Island Stage Ensemble, one of the Ocean State's premier community theater companies, is thrilled to announce its fourth semi-annual cabaret fundraiser, LOVE ON THE RISE.
Cheryl Albright Stars in Multi-Media Musical Celebration of Aretha Franklin
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
Cheryl Albright, a renown singer and actress in the Rhode Island community, has been sharing her stunning gifts here for many years at community events, along with concert and stage performances.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
Cheryl Albright, a renown singer and actress in the Rhode Island community, has been sharing her stunning gifts here for many years at community events, along with concert and stage performances.
PPAC And WAITRESS Announce Pie Recipe Contest For Pie Day
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
In honor of National Pie Day, the Providence Performing Arts Center and WAITRESS are pleased to announce that the Theatre will be hosting a creative pie recipe contest, in partnership with The Providence Journal and WPRI CBS 12 The Rhode Show.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
In honor of National Pie Day, the Providence Performing Arts Center and WAITRESS are pleased to announce that the Theatre will be hosting a creative pie recipe contest, in partnership with The Providence Journal and WPRI CBS 12 The Rhode Show.
BWW Review: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH at Academy Players
by Andria Tieman - January 22, 2019
HEDWIG is one of those musicals that is a perfect balance of humor and tragedy with absolutely fantastic songs. The production currently at Academy Players, directed by Ted Clement is so satisfying to watch, and is an overwhelming spectacle of music with an incredibly talented cast. Kevin Broccoli commands the stage as Hedwig and Vic Leo is the perfect compliment (antagonist?) as Yitzhak. This is truly not a show to miss.
by Andria Tieman - January 22, 2019
HEDWIG is one of those musicals that is a perfect balance of humor and tragedy with absolutely fantastic songs. The production currently at Academy Players, directed by Ted Clement is so satisfying to watch, and is an overwhelming spectacle of music with an incredibly talented cast. Kevin Broccoli commands the stage as Hedwig and Vic Leo is the perfect compliment (antagonist?) as Yitzhak. This is truly not a show to miss.
THE REVOLUTIONISTS Roar Into Epic
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Epic Theatre Company continues its season of "Conviction" with a sophisticated and sharp comedy about four famous women in the midst of a revolution. Set during the Reign of Terror, Olympe de Gouges, Charlotte Corday, Marianne Angelle, and Marie Antoinette banter, scheme, plan a murder, and debate their part in history in this fantastical and fabulous play about what we can do to change the world around us and whether we have the conviction to do it.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Epic Theatre Company continues its season of "Conviction" with a sophisticated and sharp comedy about four famous women in the midst of a revolution. Set during the Reign of Terror, Olympe de Gouges, Charlotte Corday, Marianne Angelle, and Marie Antoinette banter, scheme, plan a murder, and debate their part in history in this fantastical and fabulous play about what we can do to change the world around us and whether we have the conviction to do it.
National Tour Of CATS Opens Next Week At PPAC
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Excitement is building at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, RI, as the North American tour opening of the first ever Broadway revival of CATS approaches at the Theatre, January 22 - 27, 2019. To date, sixteen national tours have opened at PPAC since 2008. The CATS national tour launch will bring this number to seventeen national tour openings.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Excitement is building at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, RI, as the North American tour opening of the first ever Broadway revival of CATS approaches at the Theatre, January 22 - 27, 2019. To date, sixteen national tours have opened at PPAC since 2008. The CATS national tour launch will bring this number to seventeen national tour openings.
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