Festival Ballet Providence Presents THE LITTLE PRINCE
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2018
Festival Ballet Providence's (FBP) vibrant 2017 adaptation of one of the world's most beloved children¹s stories, The Little Prince, returns to the chatterBOXtheatre due to popular demand. Based on the famous story by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, FBP's The Little Prince premiered to critical acclaim last season, combining imaginative choreography by Boyko Dossev and energetic music by Maxime Goulet. The multimedia production includes spirited narration by local storyteller Valerie Tutson, original animation elements by Ty Parmenter, stunning artwork by Michele Gutlove, and glowing scenery courtesy of WaterFire Providence. The series runs for two weekends, March 3-11, 2018, at the FBP Black Box Theatre (825 Hope St., Providence RI 02906).
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2018
Festival Ballet Providence's (FBP) vibrant 2017 adaptation of one of the world's most beloved children¹s stories, The Little Prince, returns to the chatterBOXtheatre due to popular demand. Based on the famous story by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, FBP's The Little Prince premiered to critical acclaim last season, combining imaginative choreography by Boyko Dossev and energetic music by Maxime Goulet. The multimedia production includes spirited narration by local storyteller Valerie Tutson, original animation elements by Ty Parmenter, stunning artwork by Michele Gutlove, and glowing scenery courtesy of WaterFire Providence. The series runs for two weekends, March 3-11, 2018, at the FBP Black Box Theatre (825 Hope St., Providence RI 02906).
BWW Review: TWELFTH NIGHT, OR WHAT YOU WILL at Burbage Theatre
by Larry O'Brien - February 26, 2018
The Burbage Theatre continues its inaugural season in its new home at 249 Roosevelt Ave. in Pawtucket with a raucous production of Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIIGHT, OR WHAT YOU WILL. Harold Bloom has called TWELFTH NIGHT 'the funniest of all Shakespeare's plays.' While I'm not sure Bloom is a reliable guide to comedy, the mostly youthful Burbage cast has managed to fully mine the humor in this piece. 'We're eager to bring (TWELFTH NIGHT) to life, and we've got the team to do it,' said director Jeff Church, who is also Artistic Director at the Burbage.
by Larry O'Brien - February 26, 2018
The Burbage Theatre continues its inaugural season in its new home at 249 Roosevelt Ave. in Pawtucket with a raucous production of Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIIGHT, OR WHAT YOU WILL. Harold Bloom has called TWELFTH NIGHT 'the funniest of all Shakespeare's plays.' While I'm not sure Bloom is a reliable guide to comedy, the mostly youthful Burbage cast has managed to fully mine the humor in this piece. 'We're eager to bring (TWELFTH NIGHT) to life, and we've got the team to do it,' said director Jeff Church, who is also Artistic Director at the Burbage.
Granite Theatre Announces 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2018
The Renaissance City Theatre, Inc. (RCTI) announces the exciting and new 18th 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.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2018
The Renaissance City Theatre, Inc. (RCTI) announces the exciting and new 18th 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.
Head Trick Theatre Presents GOD OF VENGEANCE
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2018
In a house built over a brothel, Yekel and Sarah struggle for a place in legitimate Jewish society as a pimp and a former prostitute. Everything hinges on marrying off their daughter Rifkele, but Rifkele's secret relationship with Manke, one of the women of the brothel, threatens their carefully laid plans. In Sholem Asch's God of Vengeance, the boundary between the seedy underworld and the respectable world dissolves: when both are built on the sale of female bodies, which is the family home and which the brothel?
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2018
In a house built over a brothel, Yekel and Sarah struggle for a place in legitimate Jewish society as a pimp and a former prostitute. Everything hinges on marrying off their daughter Rifkele, but Rifkele's secret relationship with Manke, one of the women of the brothel, threatens their carefully laid plans. In Sholem Asch's God of Vengeance, the boundary between the seedy underworld and the respectable world dissolves: when both are built on the sale of female bodies, which is the family home and which the brothel?
Photo Flash: First Look at Burbage Theatre Co's TWELFTH NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
The Burbage Theatre Co announces the penultimate production of their seventh season (2017- 18) with William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, or what you will, directed by Jeff Church, which opens previews on Friday February 23, and closes on Sunday March 18.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
The Burbage Theatre Co announces the penultimate production of their seventh season (2017- 18) with William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, or what you will, directed by Jeff Church, which opens previews on Friday February 23, and closes on Sunday March 18.
BWW Review: OTHELLO at Trinity Rep
by Barb Burke - February 22, 2018
Trinity Rep's Othello is macho, engaging and spirited
by Barb Burke - February 22, 2018
Trinity Rep's Othello is macho, engaging and spirited
Epic Theatre Makes March Marvelous With MARSHALL
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is once again breaking new theatrical ground with its World Premiere production of "Marshall" written by Epic's Artistic Director Kevin Broccoli. Similar to Epic's smash hit "James Franco and Me," this new work will also be performed unrehearsed by two actors using an agreed-upon script that will come together in front of a live audience.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is once again breaking new theatrical ground with its World Premiere production of "Marshall" written by Epic's Artistic Director Kevin Broccoli. Similar to Epic's smash hit "James Franco and Me," this new work will also be performed unrehearsed by two actors using an agreed-upon script that will come together in front of a live audience.
William Shatner and STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN Come to PPAC
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Saturday, May 12 for an unforgettable night with the one and only WILLIAM SHATNER, live on stage. Audiences will enjoy a screening of the classic film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan on the big screen, followed by a live conversation with the one and only "Captain James T. Kirk." A limited number of VIP tickets will be available which include premium seating and a photo opportunity with Mr. Shatner.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Saturday, May 12 for an unforgettable night with the one and only WILLIAM SHATNER, live on stage. Audiences will enjoy a screening of the classic film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan on the big screen, followed by a live conversation with the one and only "Captain James T. Kirk." A limited number of VIP tickets will be available which include premium seating and a photo opportunity with Mr. Shatner.
Photo Flash: Trinity Rep Presents Shakespearean Tragedy OTHELLO
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company presents Othello directed by Whitney White. Performances run February 15 - March 18, 2018. 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 16, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company presents Othello directed by Whitney White. Performances run February 15 - March 18, 2018. 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.
Jeff Church to Direct William Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT at
The Burbage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2018
"Our Twelfth Night, will be unlike any Shakespeare you've yet seen," says Artistic Director Jeff Church, "This will be a fast-paced, irreverent romp rife with right turns. We're eager to bring the greatest of Shakespeare's comedies to life, we've got the team to do it, and enough surprises for both characters and audience alike to bring this timelessly hilarious story to full and vibrant life. Don't fear the Shakespeare, this is a production for everyone and anyone who loves a laugh." Visit us Online Buy TICKETS Now
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2018
"Our Twelfth Night, will be unlike any Shakespeare you've yet seen," says Artistic Director Jeff Church, "This will be a fast-paced, irreverent romp rife with right turns. We're eager to bring the greatest of Shakespeare's comedies to life, we've got the team to do it, and enough surprises for both characters and audience alike to bring this timelessly hilarious story to full and vibrant life. Don't fear the Shakespeare, this is a production for everyone and anyone who loves a laugh." Visit us Online Buy TICKETS Now
Gamm Stages The New England Premiere Of A HUMAN BEING DIED THAT NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2018
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) announces the New England premiere of A Human Being Died That Night. The play by Nicholas Wright is based on the book by Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela, a black female psychologist who served on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in post-apartheid South Africa. Judith Swift (The Nether, Grounded) directs this searing true story about the levels of forgiveness required for a society to move on from deplorable acts of violence. This one-act play in which Gobodo-Madikizela, played by Gamm newcomer Kortney Adams, interviews notorious apartheid assassin Eugene de Kock, played by Gamm Resident Actor Jim O'Brien, promises to grip, challenge, and surprise audiences
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2018
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) announces the New England premiere of A Human Being Died That Night. The play by Nicholas Wright is based on the book by Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela, a black female psychologist who served on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in post-apartheid South Africa. Judith Swift (The Nether, Grounded) directs this searing true story about the levels of forgiveness required for a society to move on from deplorable acts of violence. This one-act play in which Gobodo-Madikizela, played by Gamm newcomer Kortney Adams, interviews notorious apartheid assassin Eugene de Kock, played by Gamm Resident Actor Jim O'Brien, promises to grip, challenge, and surprise audiences
BWW Review: DIRECTOR'S CHOICE at Festival Ballet Providence
by Barb Burke - February 10, 2018
A new adaptation of Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale made its world debut at the VETS, Providence last night in a Festival Ballet Providence's production where it was, as per the ballet's direction, "read, played and danced.
by Barb Burke - February 10, 2018
A new adaptation of Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale made its world debut at the VETS, Providence last night in a Festival Ballet Providence's production where it was, as per the ballet's direction, "read, played and danced.
Photo Flash: Epic Theatre Company presents MILK LIKE SUGAR
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is sweetening up the month of February with the Rhode Island Premiere of Kirsten Greenidge's lyrical drama Milk Like Sugar.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is sweetening up the month of February with the Rhode Island Premiere of Kirsten Greenidge's lyrical drama Milk Like Sugar.
Trinity Rep to Receive NEA Grant for RAGTIME
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $25 million in grants as part of the NEA's first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $15,000 to Trinity Rep for its production of Ragtime, based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow with music and lyrics by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens. The Art Works category is the NEA's largest funding category and supports projects that focus on the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and/or the strengthening of communities through the arts.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $25 million in grants as part of the NEA's first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $15,000 to Trinity Rep for its production of Ragtime, based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow with music and lyrics by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens. The Art Works category is the NEA's largest funding category and supports projects that focus on the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and/or the strengthening of communities through the arts.
FATE COMES KNOCKING Comes to Mixed Magic Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Where do great social movements or revolutions begin?
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Where do great social movements or revolutions begin?
Epic Theatre Company Announces Summer Of Serendipity
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is excited to announce its upcoming summer season featuring the Rhode Island Premiere of "Constellations" by Nick Payne and "Homos, or Everyone in America" by Jordan Seavey. The plays will make up Epic's "Summer of Serendipity," which will explore the ways love and connection are imperiled or encouraged by the unseen forces all around us.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is excited to announce its upcoming summer season featuring the Rhode Island Premiere of "Constellations" by Nick Payne and "Homos, or Everyone in America" by Jordan Seavey. The plays will make up Epic's "Summer of Serendipity," which will explore the ways love and connection are imperiled or encouraged by the unseen forces all around us.
Wilbury Group Presents THE FLICK At Cable Car Cinema
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group presents Annie Baker's Pulitzer Prize-winning play The Flick Presented in a site-specific production at the Cable Car Cinema, March 8-25, 2018 PROVIDENCE, RI (February 6, 2018) - The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces the Rhode Island premiere of Annie Baker's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, The Flick, directed by Wendy Overly and presented in a site-specific production at the Cable Car Cinema March 8-25.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group presents Annie Baker's Pulitzer Prize-winning play The Flick Presented in a site-specific production at the Cable Car Cinema, March 8-25, 2018 PROVIDENCE, RI (February 6, 2018) - The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces the Rhode Island premiere of Annie Baker's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, The Flick, directed by Wendy Overly and presented in a site-specific production at the Cable Car Cinema March 8-25.
Trinity Rep Announces Seventh Annual Write Here! Write Now! Play Competition
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
Trinity Rep's seventh 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 at www.trinityrep.com/whwn. The submission deadline is March 5, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
Trinity Rep's seventh 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 at www.trinityrep.com/whwn. The submission deadline is March 5, 2018.
Brown/Trinity Rep Announce March Thesis Show AN ACORN
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2018
The Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Program proudly presents its March thesis show, directed by Mauricio Salgado (Brown/Trinity Rep MFA '18). The play, An Acorn, by Caridad Svich, deals with humanity's response to a crisis and how memory, grief, and finding each other can save us all. The play begins performances March 1, 2018 at 7:30 pm, and will close on March 11, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Pell Chafee Performance Center, 87 Empire St., Downtown Providence.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2018
The Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Program proudly presents its March thesis show, directed by Mauricio Salgado (Brown/Trinity Rep MFA '18). The play, An Acorn, by Caridad Svich, deals with humanity's response to a crisis and how memory, grief, and finding each other can save us all. The play begins performances March 1, 2018 at 7:30 pm, and will close on March 11, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Pell Chafee Performance Center, 87 Empire St., Downtown Providence.
BWW Review: Trinity Rep's World Premiere INTO THE BREECHES is an Absolute Delight
by Andria Tieman - February 02, 2018
Playwright George Brant seems to have a strange hold on the state of Rhode Island. INTO THE BREECHES is the third play of his to be produced locally in four years, and this one was commissioned by Trinity Rep, and takes place in Providence. While it's always fun to hear places you know like Woonsocket and Federal Hill name checked, this play is also so lovingly and obviously written for Trinity's company of actors, that it almost feels familiar. The play itself is thought-provoking and heartwarming, and would likely be good on any stage, but these performances click so perfectly that the whole experience is like a breath of fresh air that will leave one smiling like a dope at the end.
by Andria Tieman - February 02, 2018
Playwright George Brant seems to have a strange hold on the state of Rhode Island. INTO THE BREECHES is the third play of his to be produced locally in four years, and this one was commissioned by Trinity Rep, and takes place in Providence. While it's always fun to hear places you know like Woonsocket and Federal Hill name checked, this play is also so lovingly and obviously written for Trinity's company of actors, that it almost feels familiar. The play itself is thought-provoking and heartwarming, and would likely be good on any stage, but these performances click so perfectly that the whole experience is like a breath of fresh air that will leave one smiling like a dope at the end.
BWW Review: Rhythm is Gonna Get You ON YOUR FEET! at PPAC
by Veronica Bruscini - February 01, 2018
If you notice more smiling faces "downcity" this week, chances are you've spotted audience members fresh from a showing of ON YOUR FEET! at the Providence Performing Arts Center. This fun, thoroughly enjoyable production stylishly recounts the behind-the-music story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan as told through the legendary songbook they created with the Miami Sound Machine.
by Veronica Bruscini - February 01, 2018
If you notice more smiling faces "downcity" this week, chances are you've spotted audience members fresh from a showing of ON YOUR FEET! at the Providence Performing Arts Center. This fun, thoroughly enjoyable production stylishly recounts the behind-the-music story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan as told through the legendary songbook they created with the Miami Sound Machine.
THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH Extended Thru February 11 at the Wilbury Group
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Due to popular demand, The Wilbury Theatre Group announces additional performances of THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH, now running through Saturday, February 11. Running to popular acclaim and full houses since previews, THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH broke from established theatrical conventions when it premiered and walked off with the 1943 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Due to popular demand, The Wilbury Theatre Group announces additional performances of THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH, now running through Saturday, February 11. Running to popular acclaim and full houses since previews, THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH broke from established theatrical conventions when it premiered and walked off with the 1943 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Trinity Rep Raises Record Amount for RI Community Food Bank
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Trinity Rep is pleased to announce that its 2017 collection of donations for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank surpassed its previous record, raising a total of $65,395.21. Since 2006, Trinity Rep has collected donations from audience members during its annual production of A Christmas Carol. This tradition is part of the theater's commitment to its community and a reminder to audiences to bring the spirit of Dickens' story into their lives and the rest of Rhode Island. This year's collection brings the total raised over the past twelve years to over $450,000.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Trinity Rep is pleased to announce that its 2017 collection of donations for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank surpassed its previous record, raising a total of $65,395.21. Since 2006, Trinity Rep has collected donations from audience members during its annual production of A Christmas Carol. This tradition is part of the theater's commitment to its community and a reminder to audiences to bring the spirit of Dickens' story into their lives and the rest of Rhode Island. This year's collection brings the total raised over the past twelve years to over $450,000.
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Plays The Providence Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, the most awarded new musical of 2015 and winner of four Tony Awards, will play the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) March 13 - 18, 2018. In Providence, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, the most awarded new musical of 2015 and winner of four Tony Awards, will play the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) March 13 - 18, 2018. In Providence, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.
PPAC President J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton To Receive John Hazen White, Sr. Leadership In The Arts Award
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
J.L. "Lynn" Singleton, President of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), will be honored by the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra at their Gala Celebration Dinner on Sunday, June 3 at the Renaissance Providence Hotel, adjacent to The VETS. Singleton will receive the prestigious John Hazen White, Sr. Leadership in the Arts Award. The RI Philharmonic Orchestra's Gala, "Bernstein on Broadway: Glitter and Be Gala," will also feature a 3P concert at The VETS on Sunday, June 3 with the Orchestra, guest conductor Teddy Abrams, and guest artist Morgan James.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
J.L. "Lynn" Singleton, President of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), will be honored by the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra at their Gala Celebration Dinner on Sunday, June 3 at the Renaissance Providence Hotel, adjacent to The VETS. Singleton will receive the prestigious John Hazen White, Sr. Leadership in the Arts Award. The RI Philharmonic Orchestra's Gala, "Bernstein on Broadway: Glitter and Be Gala," will also feature a 3P concert at The VETS on Sunday, June 3 with the Orchestra, guest conductor Teddy Abrams, and guest artist Morgan James.
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