Photo Flash: Trinity Rep Announces INTO THE BREECHES!
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company will open the heartwarming new comedy Into the Breeches! this month. Set in 1942 Providence, the play follows the women of the fictional Oberon Playhouse, who endeavor to continue with their Shakespearean production even though the company's men (including their director) are fighting overseas in World War II. The women's dedication to each other and the theater is a delightful celebration of art and community.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company will open the heartwarming new comedy Into the Breeches! this month. Set in 1942 Providence, the play follows the women of the fictional Oberon Playhouse, who endeavor to continue with their Shakespearean production even though the company's men (including their director) are fighting overseas in World War II. The women's dedication to each other and the theater is a delightful celebration of art and community.
Travis Wall's SHAPING SOUND AFTER THE CURTAIN Winter Tour to Stop at The VETS
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Break The Floor Productions and Travis Wall have announced casting for the 2018 winter tour dates of their groundbreaking new show SHAPING SOUND After The Curtain, including a January 25, 7:30pm stop at The VETS in Providence.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Break The Floor Productions and Travis Wall have announced casting for the 2018 winter tour dates of their groundbreaking new show SHAPING SOUND After The Curtain, including a January 25, 7:30pm stop at The VETS in Providence.
BACK TO THE WORK: ENCOUNTERS WITH HISTORICAL & CONTEMPORARY VOICES at Strange Attractor Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Strange Attractor Theatre in collaboration with Lippitt House Museum will present Back to the Work: Encounters with Historical & Contemporary Voices at Lippitt House Museum in Providence Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from March 4 to April 29, 2018. Through an experience that is part historic house tour-part interactive installation performance, Back to the Work explores the theme of labor in order to illuminate the human effort and expertise that exists in the clothes we wear, the houses we live in, and the objects that surround us.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Strange Attractor Theatre in collaboration with Lippitt House Museum will present Back to the Work: Encounters with Historical & Contemporary Voices at Lippitt House Museum in Providence Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from March 4 to April 29, 2018. Through an experience that is part historic house tour-part interactive installation performance, Back to the Work explores the theme of labor in order to illuminate the human effort and expertise that exists in the clothes we wear, the houses we live in, and the objects that surround us.
Wilbury Group presents PARt by Ali Kenner Brodsky and MorganEve Swain
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly presents choreographer Ali Kenner Brodsky and musician MorganEve Swain's PARt, a multifaceted performance piece of dance, music and art. Presented March 1-3, PARt is reflecting on memories in and amongst movements, music and visual landscapes. Kenner Brodsky and Swain create raw, emotional material, pulled from experience in loss and growth. Swain's music flows alongside the dancers, rather than punctuating them, so that the music and the dance are two working parts of a larger machine.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly presents choreographer Ali Kenner Brodsky and musician MorganEve Swain's PARt, a multifaceted performance piece of dance, music and art. Presented March 1-3, PARt is reflecting on memories in and amongst movements, music and visual landscapes. Kenner Brodsky and Swain create raw, emotional material, pulled from experience in loss and growth. Swain's music flows alongside the dancers, rather than punctuating them, so that the music and the dance are two working parts of a larger machine.
BWW Review: UNCLE VANYA at The Gamm is Close to Perfection
by Andria Tieman - January 23, 2018
Occasionally the name Anton Chekhov invokes the same kind of anxiety one may get from Shakespeare or other heavy literary writers who we feel like we should go see to appear educated/ arty, but who no one really enjoys. Unfortunately, that makes people forget one of the reasons Chekhov and Shakespeare are great--they know how to balance humor and drama in that way that feels very human and well-rounded. It activates all the parts of the viewer's brain, and leaves one feeling thoroughly entertained and thought-provoked at the end. The Gamm's production of UNCLE VANYA, translated and directed by Curt Columbus' manages to communicate volumes, while keeping everything accessible and relatable. The moments of humor are genuine and serve to heighten the tension in other scenes. Gamm regulars will have seen these actors in a dozen other roles over the years, yet they all managed to adopt their new personas in a way that feels so genuine it's like this world has always existed, and the audience managed to wander in at exactly the right time.
by Andria Tieman - January 23, 2018
Occasionally the name Anton Chekhov invokes the same kind of anxiety one may get from Shakespeare or other heavy literary writers who we feel like we should go see to appear educated/ arty, but who no one really enjoys. Unfortunately, that makes people forget one of the reasons Chekhov and Shakespeare are great--they know how to balance humor and drama in that way that feels very human and well-rounded. It activates all the parts of the viewer's brain, and leaves one feeling thoroughly entertained and thought-provoked at the end. The Gamm's production of UNCLE VANYA, translated and directed by Curt Columbus' manages to communicate volumes, while keeping everything accessible and relatable. The moments of humor are genuine and serve to heighten the tension in other scenes. Gamm regulars will have seen these actors in a dozen other roles over the years, yet they all managed to adopt their new personas in a way that feels so genuine it's like this world has always existed, and the audience managed to wander in at exactly the right time.
Trinity Repertory Company's OTHELLO Begins February 15
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company will open William Shakespeare's Othello in February. This production continues Trinity Rep's long tradition of generating productions of Shakespearean plays that are relevant and accessible to adult and student audiences throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. Under the direction of Brown/Trinity Rep MFA alumna Whitney White '15, the powerful play will explore military themes, as well as the friendships and relationships that form the basis for the legendary story of betrayal and jealousy. The play runs approximately two hours and 20 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. Othello runs February 15 through March 18, with press opening on Monday, February 19 at 7:30 pm. Tickets start at $25. More information can be found at www.trinityrep.com/othello.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company will open William Shakespeare's Othello in February. This production continues Trinity Rep's long tradition of generating productions of Shakespearean plays that are relevant and accessible to adult and student audiences throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. Under the direction of Brown/Trinity Rep MFA alumna Whitney White '15, the powerful play will explore military themes, as well as the friendships and relationships that form the basis for the legendary story of betrayal and jealousy. The play runs approximately two hours and 20 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. Othello runs February 15 through March 18, with press opening on Monday, February 19 at 7:30 pm. Tickets start at $25. More information can be found at www.trinityrep.com/othello.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH at Wilbury Group
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group launches into 2018 with a bold new staging of Thornton Wilder's tragicomic masterpiece The Skin of Our Teeth directed by Wilbury Founder/Artistic Director Josh Short with music direction by Matt Requintina (Spring Awakening), January 18 through February 4 at their new home and performance space at 40 Sonoma Court, Olneyville.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group launches into 2018 with a bold new staging of Thornton Wilder's tragicomic masterpiece The Skin of Our Teeth directed by Wilbury Founder/Artistic Director Josh Short with music direction by Matt Requintina (Spring Awakening), January 18 through February 4 at their new home and performance space at 40 Sonoma Court, Olneyville.
BWW Review: THE ILLUSIONISTS--LIVE FROM BROADWAY at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Larry O'Brien - January 20, 2018
If you hurry, you still have time to get over to the Providence Performing Arts Center to catch THE ILLUSIONISTS-LIVE FROM BROADWAY. Most touring shows do not have the Broadway cast, but this one does. It blends very funny comedy with jaw-dropping feats of magic and/or derring-do. My wife and I walked out asking each other, 'How did they do that,' and, as Butch said to Sundance, 'Who are those guys?' There were five of them and three assistants, and they took turns stopping our thought processes cold. I am going to take them in order of enjoyment.
by Larry O'Brien - January 20, 2018
If you hurry, you still have time to get over to the Providence Performing Arts Center to catch THE ILLUSIONISTS-LIVE FROM BROADWAY. Most touring shows do not have the Broadway cast, but this one does. It blends very funny comedy with jaw-dropping feats of magic and/or derring-do. My wife and I walked out asking each other, 'How did they do that,' and, as Butch said to Sundance, 'Who are those guys?' There were five of them and three assistants, and they took turns stopping our thought processes cold. I am going to take them in order of enjoyment.
BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Returns to PPAC
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing have announced casting for the Providence engagement of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. The National Tour, which launched at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in the fall of 2015, returns to PPAC February 27 March 4, 2018 as a Broadway Special.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing have announced casting for the Providence engagement of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. The National Tour, which launched at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in the fall of 2015, returns to PPAC February 27 March 4, 2018 as a Broadway Special.
Trinity Rep Calls for Nominations for Pell Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company invites the public to nominate outstanding local artists for the 2018 Rhode Island Pell Award for Excellence in the Arts. The Pell Awards' criteria include excellence 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, May 21, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company invites the public to nominate outstanding local artists for the 2018 Rhode Island Pell Award for Excellence in the Arts. The Pell Awards' criteria include excellence 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, May 21, 2018.
Mixed Magic Theatre Adds Two Performances of a Dramatic Reading of MLK's Birmingham Letter
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Mixed Magic Theatre has added two performances of a dramatic reading of Dr. Martin Luther King's letter from Birmingham City Jail, directed by Ricardo Pitts-Wiley on Saturday, January 27th at 7:30 PM and Sunday, January 28th at 2:00 PM.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Mixed Magic Theatre has added two performances of a dramatic reading of Dr. Martin Luther King's letter from Birmingham City Jail, directed by Ricardo Pitts-Wiley on Saturday, January 27th at 7:30 PM and Sunday, January 28th at 2:00 PM.
Photo Flash: THE LITTLE FOXES Comes to Epic Theatre Company
by Leah Windahl - January 16, 2018
Epic Theatre Company presents Lillian Hellman's 1939 classic THE LITTLE FOXES, running January 12th-27th. This turn-of-the-century drama, directed by Kate Lester, takes a hard look at wealth, and the lengths one family will go to keep it.
by Leah Windahl - January 16, 2018
Epic Theatre Company presents Lillian Hellman's 1939 classic THE LITTLE FOXES, running January 12th-27th. This turn-of-the-century drama, directed by Kate Lester, takes a hard look at wealth, and the lengths one family will go to keep it.
February is Fabulous at Epic with MILK LIKE SUGAR
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 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 - January 16, 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.
Festival Ballet Providence Presents Triple Bill of Balanchine, Stravinsky and Wheeldon
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Festival Ballet Providence (FBP, festivalballet.com) presents Director's Choice, an exciting evening of world-class choreography. Curated by FBP Artistic Director, Mihailo 'Misha' Djuric, the dazzling performance comprises three different ballets showcasing an artistic range only Festival Ballet could present. A world premiere adaptation of Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale (celebrating its centennial this year) will be performed to live music from members of the RI Philharmonic. This triple-bill program will also include George Balanchine's iconic Rubies and the RI Premiere of Christopher Wheeldon's The American. Director's Choice runs Feb. 9-11 at The Vets in Providence.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Festival Ballet Providence (FBP, festivalballet.com) presents Director's Choice, an exciting evening of world-class choreography. Curated by FBP Artistic Director, Mihailo 'Misha' Djuric, the dazzling performance comprises three different ballets showcasing an artistic range only Festival Ballet could present. A world premiere adaptation of Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale (celebrating its centennial this year) will be performed to live music from members of the RI Philharmonic. This triple-bill program will also include George Balanchine's iconic Rubies and the RI Premiere of Christopher Wheeldon's The American. Director's Choice runs Feb. 9-11 at The Vets in Providence.
Photo Flash: First Look at Epic Theatre Co's THE LITTLE FOXES
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is welcoming the new year with one of the greatest plays ever written. Regina Hubbard Giddens and her conniving family will do whatever it takes to claim their family's fortune in this devilish and dynamic look at wealth, privilege, and power.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is welcoming the new year with one of the greatest plays ever written. Regina Hubbard Giddens and her conniving family will do whatever it takes to claim their family's fortune in this devilish and dynamic look at wealth, privilege, and power.
Winners Announced For The 2017 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards; Victor/Victoria Wins Best Musical!
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!
Lillian Hellman's THE LITTLE FOXES to Kick Off 2018 at Epic Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is welcoming the new year with one of the greatest plays ever written, Lillian Hellman's THE LITTLE FOXES.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is welcoming the new year with one of the greatest plays ever written, Lillian Hellman's THE LITTLE FOXES.
Up All Night! Epic's Artistic Director to Write 24-Hour Play
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is thrilled to announce that we're doing our first-ever Patreon-athon--an all-night writing extravaganza that will put our Artistic Director to the test!
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2018
Epic Theatre Company is thrilled to announce that we're doing our first-ever Patreon-athon--an all-night writing extravaganza that will put our Artistic Director to the test!
BWW Review: Highs and Lows at THE BODYGUARD: THE MUSICAL
by Andria Tieman - January 10, 2018
The musical THE BODYGUARD is based on the 1992 film of the same name, which is best known for Whitney Houston's cover of the song I Will Always Love You . It's rather telling that that movie is best known for a song, and that seems to have been the impetus behind relaunching as a musical. This stage version follows the plot of the movie loosely--a famous singer has a stalker which requires hiring a more disciplined bodyguard, danger and romance ensue; but the stage version relies much more on vocal talents than acting. The casting of Grammy award winner Deborah Cox is a clear signal that this is much more music focused than plot driven, but even so, walking the line between concert and musical doesn't come easy for this production, even though the performances are largely quite satisfying.
by Andria Tieman - January 10, 2018
The musical THE BODYGUARD is based on the 1992 film of the same name, which is best known for Whitney Houston's cover of the song I Will Always Love You . It's rather telling that that movie is best known for a song, and that seems to have been the impetus behind relaunching as a musical. This stage version follows the plot of the movie loosely--a famous singer has a stalker which requires hiring a more disciplined bodyguard, danger and romance ensue; but the stage version relies much more on vocal talents than acting. The casting of Grammy award winner Deborah Cox is a clear signal that this is much more music focused than plot driven, but even so, walking the line between concert and musical doesn't come easy for this production, even though the performances are largely quite satisfying.
Mixed Magic Theatre Offers Pay What You Can Martin Luther King Show
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Mixed Magic Theatre presents its annual dramatic performance of Dr.King's remarkable letter which demands accountability from church, business and political leaders in an effort to effect change. Join Mixed Magic Theatre as we celebrate these words that helped articulate the realities, visions, and aspirations of America's most important social movement. Join in for light refreshments immediately following.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Mixed Magic Theatre presents its annual dramatic performance of Dr.King's remarkable letter which demands accountability from church, business and political leaders in an effort to effect change. Join Mixed Magic Theatre as we celebrate these words that helped articulate the realities, visions, and aspirations of America's most important social movement. Join in for light refreshments immediately following.
Burbage Theatre Co Continues Season with VENUS IN FUR
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
The Burbage Theatre Co announces the third play of their seventh season, David Ives's VENUS IN FUR, directed by Kate Kataja, which opens previews on January 19, and closes on February 4.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
The Burbage Theatre Co announces the third play of their seventh season, David Ives's VENUS IN FUR, directed by Kate Kataja, which opens previews on January 19, and closes on February 4.
Wilbury Group Receives $75,000 from State Cultural Facilities Grant Program
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces themselves as the recipients of a competitive Cultural Facilities Grant in the amount of $75,000. Administered by the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts, the grant will be used for upgrades to the Wilbury Group's new performance space at 40 Sonoma Court, Providence, including the implementation of improved HVAC, safety, accessibility, and acoustic upgrades.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces themselves as the recipients of a competitive Cultural Facilities Grant in the amount of $75,000. Administered by the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts, the grant will be used for upgrades to the Wilbury Group's new performance space at 40 Sonoma Court, Providence, including the implementation of improved HVAC, safety, accessibility, and acoustic upgrades.
Coastway Community Bank Sponsors THE ILLUSIONISTS LIVE FROM BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
J.L. Lynn Singleton, President of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), is pleased to announce that Coastway Community Bank is the sponsor of THE ILLUSIONISTS LIVE FROM BROADWAY. On the heels of a highly successful multi-city tour and run on Broadway, the world's best-selling touring magic show, THE ILLUSIONISTS - LIVE FROM BROADWAY (www.theillusionistslive.com), plays at PPAC January 19 21, as part of its North American tour in 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2018
J.L. Lynn Singleton, President of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), is pleased to announce that Coastway Community Bank is the sponsor of THE ILLUSIONISTS LIVE FROM BROADWAY. On the heels of a highly successful multi-city tour and run on Broadway, the world's best-selling touring magic show, THE ILLUSIONISTS - LIVE FROM BROADWAY (www.theillusionistslive.com), plays at PPAC January 19 21, as part of its North American tour in 2018.
JMG Theater is Presenting DOWN WITH LOVE: A CABARET
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
This family friendly cabaret features old and new Broadway hits reminding us how some of truly feel the holiday of Love. Please join as us as we celebrate the ups and downs of Valentine's, love, relationships and the human connection. This show features trained talent from Chicago, Boston and New York!
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
This family friendly cabaret features old and new Broadway hits reminding us how some of truly feel the holiday of Love. Please join as us as we celebrate the ups and downs of Valentine's, love, relationships and the human connection. This show features trained talent from Chicago, Boston and New York!
Trinity Rep Announces INTO THE BREECHES!
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company will open the heartwarming new comedy Into the Breeches! this month. Set in 1942 Providence, the play follows the women of the fictional Oberon Playhouse, who endeavor to continue with their Shakespearean production even though the company's men (including their director) are fighting overseas in World War II. The women's dedication to each other and the theater is a delightful celebration of art and community.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2018
Trinity Repertory Company will open the heartwarming new comedy Into the Breeches! this month. Set in 1942 Providence, the play follows the women of the fictional Oberon Playhouse, who endeavor to continue with their Shakespearean production even though the company's men (including their director) are fighting overseas in World War II. The women's dedication to each other and the theater is a delightful celebration of art and community.
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