Pilobolus Dance Theater To Launch FirstWorks 15th Season
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
FirstWorks announces the kick-off of their 2018-19 Artistic Icons Series with Pilobolus dance theater, a wildly inventive company whose performances at the 79th Academy Awards and multiple Olympic games have been seen by millions of viewers worldwide. FirstWorks presents the legendary movement illusionists in the Rhode Island premiere of their new show, 'Come to Your Senses,' on Friday, October 26, 2018, 8:00 pm at The VETS (1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence).
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
FirstWorks announces the kick-off of their 2018-19 Artistic Icons Series with Pilobolus dance theater, a wildly inventive company whose performances at the 79th Academy Awards and multiple Olympic games have been seen by millions of viewers worldwide. FirstWorks presents the legendary movement illusionists in the Rhode Island premiere of their new show, 'Come to Your Senses,' on Friday, October 26, 2018, 8:00 pm at The VETS (1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence).
Wilbury Group Announces 5th Annual FRINGEPVD
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces the 5th annual Providence Fringe Festival, FRINGEPVD 2018 - to be held July 30 to August 4, 2018. The premiere Fringe Festival in New England, FRINGEPVD has grown rapidly since its inaugural year in 2014.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces the 5th annual Providence Fringe Festival, FRINGEPVD 2018 - to be held July 30 to August 4, 2018. The premiere Fringe Festival in New England, FRINGEPVD has grown rapidly since its inaugural year in 2014.
Theatre By The Sea Announces 2018 Children's Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
In celebration of 85 Years of Theatre By The Sea (TBTS), owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to announce the 2018 summer schedule for Theatre By The Sea's 2018 Children's Festival. Performances will be held on select Fridays in July and August.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
In celebration of 85 Years of Theatre By The Sea (TBTS), owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to announce the 2018 summer schedule for Theatre By The Sea's 2018 Children's Festival. Performances will be held on select Fridays in July and August.
Photo Flash: Granite Theatre Opens A COMEDY OF TENORS
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
A Comedy of Tenors" by Ken Ludwig is opening June 29 at the Granite Theatre. The show is the sequel to his hilarious comedy "Lend Me A Tenor". Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
A Comedy of Tenors" by Ken Ludwig is opening June 29 at the Granite Theatre. The show is the sequel to his hilarious comedy "Lend Me A Tenor". Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson.
THE BAND'S VISIT National Tour Will Launch June 2019 in Providence
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
THE BAND'S VISIT, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will open its National Tour at PPAC in Providence, RI, June 25 - 30, 2019. In Providence, THE BAND'S VISIT is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
THE BAND'S VISIT, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will open its National Tour at PPAC in Providence, RI, June 25 - 30, 2019. In Providence, THE BAND'S VISIT is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
The VETS to Host A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
A holiday entertainment blockbuster set to dazzle audiences of all ages. A Magical Cirque Christmas will play The VETS in Providence, Sunday, December 23, 2018 at 7:00pm. Featuring the best talent from around the globe, A Magical Cirque Christmas has it all - jaw-dropping magic, breathtaking circus acts, and the most angelic voices singing your favorite Christmas carols with incredible live musicians on stage. Be transported to the golden age of entertainment by the mind-blowing talents, stunning costumes, comedy and more.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
A holiday entertainment blockbuster set to dazzle audiences of all ages. A Magical Cirque Christmas will play The VETS in Providence, Sunday, December 23, 2018 at 7:00pm. Featuring the best talent from around the globe, A Magical Cirque Christmas has it all - jaw-dropping magic, breathtaking circus acts, and the most angelic voices singing your favorite Christmas carols with incredible live musicians on stage. Be transported to the golden age of entertainment by the mind-blowing talents, stunning costumes, comedy and more.
Defending The Caveman, Broadway's History Making Comedy, Coming To Providence
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
This season, Rhode Island couples are sure to be roaring with laughter and sharing knowing glances while asking "Could comedy give couples therapy a run for its money?" With hilarious insights on contemporary feminism, masculine sensitivity and the erogenous zone, Defending the Caveman mines the common themes in relationships that go straight through the funny bone and into the heart. Defending the Caveman makes us laugh at ourselves, about all the ways that men and woman fight, laugh and love.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
This season, Rhode Island couples are sure to be roaring with laughter and sharing knowing glances while asking "Could comedy give couples therapy a run for its money?" With hilarious insights on contemporary feminism, masculine sensitivity and the erogenous zone, Defending the Caveman mines the common themes in relationships that go straight through the funny bone and into the heart. Defending the Caveman makes us laugh at ourselves, about all the ways that men and woman fight, laugh and love.
TAP DOGS Set To Electrify Providence In 2019
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
Australia's most successful theatrical export, Dein Perry's TAP DOGS, is coming to The VETS in Providence Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 7:30pm for one performances only!
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
Australia's most successful theatrical export, Dein Perry's TAP DOGS, is coming to The VETS in Providence Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 7:30pm for one performances only!
Trinity Rep Anuncia La Tercera Temporada De TEATRO EN EL VERANO
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company, en colaboracion con Rhode Island Latino Arts (RILA), anuncia el tercer año de su programa Teatro en El Verano. La produccion de este año presenta una adaptacion bilingue ingles-español de "The Tempest" (La Tempestad)/ The Tempest (La Tempestad) escrita por William Shakespeare, traducida por Orlando Hernandez y dirigida por Tatyana-Marie Carlo, del programa MFA de Brown / Trinity. La Tempestad recorrera se presentara en Providence, Central Falls y Pawtucket del 28 de junio al 27 de julio de 2018. Todas las presentaciones son gratuitas, abiertas al publico y apropiadas para todas las edades. El horario completo y mas detalles se pueden encontrar en www.TrinityRep.com/Verano.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company, en colaboracion con Rhode Island Latino Arts (RILA), anuncia el tercer año de su programa Teatro en El Verano. La produccion de este año presenta una adaptacion bilingue ingles-español de "The Tempest" (La Tempestad)/ The Tempest (La Tempestad) escrita por William Shakespeare, traducida por Orlando Hernandez y dirigida por Tatyana-Marie Carlo, del programa MFA de Brown / Trinity. La Tempestad recorrera se presentara en Providence, Central Falls y Pawtucket del 28 de junio al 27 de julio de 2018. Todas las presentaciones son gratuitas, abiertas al publico y apropiadas para todas las edades. El horario completo y mas detalles se pueden encontrar en www.TrinityRep.com/Verano.
Trinity Rep Announces The Third Season Of Teatro En El Verano And THE TEMPEST/LA TEMPESTAD
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company, in partnership with Rhode Island Latino Arts (RILA), announces the third year of its program Teatro en El Verano (Theater in the Summer). This year's production features the bilingual English-Spanish adaptation of William Shakespeare's The Tempest (La Tempestad) translated by Orlando Hernandez and will be directed by Brown/Trinity MFA rising second-year Tatyana-Marie Carlo. La Tempestad will tour throughout Rhode Island from June 28-July 27, 2018. All performances are free, open to the public, and appropriate for all ages. The full schedule and more details can be found at TrinityRep.com/Verano.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company, in partnership with Rhode Island Latino Arts (RILA), announces the third year of its program Teatro en El Verano (Theater in the Summer). This year's production features the bilingual English-Spanish adaptation of William Shakespeare's The Tempest (La Tempestad) translated by Orlando Hernandez and will be directed by Brown/Trinity MFA rising second-year Tatyana-Marie Carlo. La Tempestad will tour throughout Rhode Island from June 28-July 27, 2018. All performances are free, open to the public, and appropriate for all ages. The full schedule and more details can be found at TrinityRep.com/Verano.
BWW Review: OUT LOUD Theatre's Haunting ESCAPE
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - June 11, 2018
ESCAPE, the second installment of OUT LOUD Theatre's sixth season, is a thoroughly original, thoroughly engrossing movement piece that brings the audience along on the varied journey of emotions surrounding the loss of a loved one. Have Kleenex at the ready.
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - June 11, 2018
ESCAPE, the second installment of OUT LOUD Theatre's sixth season, is a thoroughly original, thoroughly engrossing movement piece that brings the audience along on the varied journey of emotions surrounding the loss of a loved one. Have Kleenex at the ready.
Theatre By The Sea Presents R.I. Regional Premiere Of MAMMA MIA!
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
In celebration of 85 Years of Theatre By The Sea (TBTS), owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to present the Rhode Island Regional Premiere of the international sensation, Mamma Mia! which will be presented from June 20 - July 21, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
In celebration of 85 Years of Theatre By The Sea (TBTS), owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to present the Rhode Island Regional Premiere of the international sensation, Mamma Mia! which will be presented from June 20 - July 21, 2018.
TRANS VIEWS to Tour Rhode Island
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
URI Feinstein Providence Campus Arts and Culture Program with Rhode Island State Council of Churches present Trans Views touring production by Frank V. Toti, Jr. May 11th - June 8th.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
URI Feinstein Providence Campus Arts and Culture Program with Rhode Island State Council of Churches present Trans Views touring production by Frank V. Toti, Jr. May 11th - June 8th.
All New SESAME STREET LIVE Coming To The VETS In November
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Everyone's invited to take part in the sunniest and funniest street celebration in Sesame Street Live! Let's Party! The inaugural production under Feld Entertainment's new partnership with the non-profit educational organization, Sesame Workshop features favorite Sesame Street pals Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and more in a brand-new sensory adventure live on stage. Sesame Street Live! Let's Party! visits Providence from November 24, 2018 to November 25, 2018 for four performances at The VETS. Tickets go on sale June 12, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Everyone's invited to take part in the sunniest and funniest street celebration in Sesame Street Live! Let's Party! The inaugural production under Feld Entertainment's new partnership with the non-profit educational organization, Sesame Workshop features favorite Sesame Street pals Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and more in a brand-new sensory adventure live on stage. Sesame Street Live! Let's Party! visits Providence from November 24, 2018 to November 25, 2018 for four performances at The VETS. Tickets go on sale June 12, 2018.
Photo Flash: Epic Closes Out Sixth Season With Ferocious WOLF HALL
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is closing out its landmark sixth season with one of the biggest shows to ever hit a Rhode Island stage. Based on the acclaimed novel, 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel, adapted by Mike Poulton, offers a bold perspective on a classic story of faith, greed, and power.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is closing out its landmark sixth season with one of the biggest shows to ever hit a Rhode Island stage. Based on the acclaimed novel, 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel, adapted by Mike Poulton, offers a bold perspective on a classic story of faith, greed, and power.
Single Tickets For MISS SAIGON at PPAC On Sale Starting This Sunday
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil and Schonberg's legendary musical MISS SAIGON - a smash hit in London, Broadway, and currently breaking box office records on a national tour in the U.K. - will launch its highly anticipated North American tour at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, Rhode Island September 21- 30, 2018. In Providence, MISS SAIGON is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil and Schonberg's legendary musical MISS SAIGON - a smash hit in London, Broadway, and currently breaking box office records on a national tour in the U.K. - will launch its highly anticipated North American tour at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, Rhode Island September 21- 30, 2018. In Providence, MISS SAIGON is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
Photo Flash: Theatre By The Sea Presents AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and 1930s comes to life in Ain't Misbehavin', the three-time Tony ® Award-winning musical revue. Join five sensational performers on a journey through the timeless music of Thomas 'Fats' Waller.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and 1930s comes to life in Ain't Misbehavin', the three-time Tony ® Award-winning musical revue. Join five sensational performers on a journey through the timeless music of Thomas 'Fats' Waller.
Summer Theater for the Family Returns to Artists' Exchange with 13th Annual One Act Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Celebrate the summer with Artists' Exchange at its 13th annual One Act Play Festival at the intimate Theatre 82 (82 Rolfe Square, Cranston) from July 26 - August 11, 2018. Experience 12 original one act plays written by local, national, and international playwrights and performed by actors of all ages, abilities, and acting experience. Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 7pm; tickets are $15 in advance. Beer and wine cash bar available before and during the show.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Celebrate the summer with Artists' Exchange at its 13th annual One Act Play Festival at the intimate Theatre 82 (82 Rolfe Square, Cranston) from July 26 - August 11, 2018. Experience 12 original one act plays written by local, national, and international playwrights and performed by actors of all ages, abilities, and acting experience. Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 7pm; tickets are $15 in advance. Beer and wine cash bar available before and during the show.
BWW Review: Theatre By the Sea's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' Gets the Joint Jumpin'
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - June 03, 2018
Theatre By the Sea's 85th season starts off with a bang with the 1978 musical revue AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'. Using the songs of famed African-American jazz pianist and composer Thomas "Fats" Waller, every aspect of Theatre By the Sea's rollicking production comes together to create as close to the experience of attending a 1930's Harlem nightclub as is possible in 2018.
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - June 03, 2018
Theatre By the Sea's 85th season starts off with a bang with the 1978 musical revue AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'. Using the songs of famed African-American jazz pianist and composer Thomas "Fats" Waller, every aspect of Theatre By the Sea's rollicking production comes together to create as close to the experience of attending a 1930's Harlem nightclub as is possible in 2018.
Theatre By The Sea's 85th Celebration Begins With AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' On Today
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2018
In celebration of 85 Years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to announce the opening of the 2018 Summer Season. The season begins with the toe tappin' Tony Award-winner for Best Musical, Ain't Misbehavin' which will be presented from May 30 - June 17, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2018
In celebration of 85 Years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to announce the opening of the 2018 Summer Season. The season begins with the toe tappin' Tony Award-winner for Best Musical, Ain't Misbehavin' which will be presented from May 30 - June 17, 2018.
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Extends Due to Overwhelming Demand
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2018
Due to overwhelming demand, The Wilbury Theatre Group announces additional performances of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE OR, THE SLAVE OF DUTY; now running through Sunday, June 17. Running to popular acclaim and sold-out houses since previews, THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE OR, THE SLAVE OF DUTY is the wild adaptation of the Gilbert and Sullivan masterpiece by Sean Graney and Kevin O'Donnell from Chicago's famed Hypocrites Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2018
Due to overwhelming demand, The Wilbury Theatre Group announces additional performances of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE OR, THE SLAVE OF DUTY; now running through Sunday, June 17. Running to popular acclaim and sold-out houses since previews, THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE OR, THE SLAVE OF DUTY is the wild adaptation of the Gilbert and Sullivan masterpiece by Sean Graney and Kevin O'Donnell from Chicago's famed Hypocrites Theatre.
Summer Season Announced At The Contemporary Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Shows under the stars, laughter spilling from the theater, and kids enjoying a snacktivity break - it's all in store for this summer at the Contemporary Theater Company!
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Shows under the stars, laughter spilling from the theater, and kids enjoying a snacktivity break - it's all in store for this summer at the Contemporary Theater Company!
Photo Flash: First Look at THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE OR, THE SLAVE OF DUTY At Wilbury Group
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018
This subversive, loopy, and fantastically eccentric take-think banjos, beach balls, and guitars-on Gilbert and Sullivan's preposterous musical took audiences in Chicago by storm when presented by rebel theatre-makers The Hipocrites. Frederic was mistakenly apprenticed as a young boy to a band of sentimental pirates. Now 21, he falls head-over-heels for the Major-General's daughter and forswears the buccaneer's life forever, or so he thinks. This buoyant, award-winning Pirates of Penzance by Sean Graney and Kevin O'Donnell and featuring just 12 actors (who also serve as the orchestra) is an irrevent and fresh homage to a world turned upside-down for Gilbert and Sullivan diehard fans and newcomers alike.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018
This subversive, loopy, and fantastically eccentric take-think banjos, beach balls, and guitars-on Gilbert and Sullivan's preposterous musical took audiences in Chicago by storm when presented by rebel theatre-makers The Hipocrites. Frederic was mistakenly apprenticed as a young boy to a band of sentimental pirates. Now 21, he falls head-over-heels for the Major-General's daughter and forswears the buccaneer's life forever, or so he thinks. This buoyant, award-winning Pirates of Penzance by Sean Graney and Kevin O'Donnell and featuring just 12 actors (who also serve as the orchestra) is an irrevent and fresh homage to a world turned upside-down for Gilbert and Sullivan diehard fans and newcomers alike.
BWW Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! is Something Absolutely Wonderful
by Andria Tieman - May 17, 2018
If you take a step back and really think about it, musical theatre is pretty absurd. Actors stop talking and burst into elaborate song and dance numbers, which are often great to watch, but you feel like if aliens landed on Broadway and went to a show, they would have a very strange idea of what human beings are like. That's just one of myriad themes in SOMETHING ROTTEN. Not the part about aliens, but this show is more of a snarky love letter to musical theatre that also happens to contain insanely great song and dance numbers, as well as a few excellent dick jokes. It's something for everyone, and it's a show so layered with inside jokes that it begs to be watched over and over again.
by Andria Tieman - May 17, 2018
If you take a step back and really think about it, musical theatre is pretty absurd. Actors stop talking and burst into elaborate song and dance numbers, which are often great to watch, but you feel like if aliens landed on Broadway and went to a show, they would have a very strange idea of what human beings are like. That's just one of myriad themes in SOMETHING ROTTEN. Not the part about aliens, but this show is more of a snarky love letter to musical theatre that also happens to contain insanely great song and dance numbers, as well as a few excellent dick jokes. It's something for everyone, and it's a show so layered with inside jokes that it begs to be watched over and over again.
Photo Flash: Granite Theatre Stages THE LADIES FOURSOME
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
'The Ladies Foursome" by Norm Foster is opening Friday June 1 at the Granite Theatre. The show is the follow-up to the hugely popular Foursome" from 2016. Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson. The show runs June 1 - 17, 2018
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
'The Ladies Foursome" by Norm Foster is opening Friday June 1 at the Granite Theatre. The show is the follow-up to the hugely popular Foursome" from 2016. Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson. The show runs June 1 - 17, 2018
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