America's Got Talent Winners The Olate Dogs Coming to The VETS
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2017
Winning participants from Season 7 of America's Got Talent, The Olate Dogs will take to The VETS' stage in Providence Saturday, July 15 at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421.ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC box office located at 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Box office hours are Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm. Box office summer hours begin June 5 and are Mon-Thur 10am-3pm. The VETS is located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence. The VETS on-site box office is only open on show days. For more information on The VETS' event schedule visit TheVetsRI.com.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2017
Winning participants from Season 7 of America's Got Talent, The Olate Dogs will take to The VETS' stage in Providence Saturday, July 15 at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421.ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC box office located at 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Box office hours are Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm. Box office summer hours begin June 5 and are Mon-Thur 10am-3pm. The VETS is located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence. The VETS on-site box office is only open on show days. For more information on The VETS' event schedule visit TheVetsRI.com.
Ocean State Theatre to Close
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
After a late night board meeting last evening, ongoing financial struggles are forcing Ocean State Theatre Co, Inc. (OSTC) to immediately close the theatre on Jefferson Blvd, cancel its summer programs, and suspend the fall mainstage season. The future of the theatre company is under evaluation. As for the future of the theatre space itself, OSTC has not been given any information by the landlord, Mutual Properties.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
After a late night board meeting last evening, ongoing financial struggles are forcing Ocean State Theatre Co, Inc. (OSTC) to immediately close the theatre on Jefferson Blvd, cancel its summer programs, and suspend the fall mainstage season. The future of the theatre company is under evaluation. As for the future of the theatre space itself, OSTC has not been given any information by the landlord, Mutual Properties.
BWW Review: Magical MATILDA: THE MUSICAL at PPAC
by Andria Tieman - May 19, 2017
Adapting a beloved children's classic to Broadway is so fraught with landmines that it's a wonder people even attempt it since it seems like there's no way to possibly make something as fantastic as the original. Good thing Denis Kelly (Book) and Tim Minchin (Music & Lyrics) are braver and more creative than most because they managed to create something that is both brand new and also incredibly faithful to the original. Roald Dahl, author of the book Matilda, has such a unique voice and bizarre ways to torture the children in his stories, usually by placing them at the mercy of moronic adults, that one worries anything based on his work coming out post 2010 would be sanitized and inoffensive to the point of being a pale shadow of the original. Well, MATILDA: THE MUSICAL has all the pigtail tossing and forced feeding one requires from the Matilda story, along with some fantastically cheeky songs, and excellent performances all around.
by Andria Tieman - May 19, 2017
Adapting a beloved children's classic to Broadway is so fraught with landmines that it's a wonder people even attempt it since it seems like there's no way to possibly make something as fantastic as the original. Good thing Denis Kelly (Book) and Tim Minchin (Music & Lyrics) are braver and more creative than most because they managed to create something that is both brand new and also incredibly faithful to the original. Roald Dahl, author of the book Matilda, has such a unique voice and bizarre ways to torture the children in his stories, usually by placing them at the mercy of moronic adults, that one worries anything based on his work coming out post 2010 would be sanitized and inoffensive to the point of being a pale shadow of the original. Well, MATILDA: THE MUSICAL has all the pigtail tossing and forced feeding one requires from the Matilda story, along with some fantastically cheeky songs, and excellent performances all around.
First Annual OCEAN STATE IMPROV FESTIVAL at the Contemporary Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017
You walk into a dark, mysterious room with no idea what might happen… and an entire night of entertainment effortlessly unfolds before you. A typical evening for a theatergoer, but a far less common experience for the actors themselves.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017
You walk into a dark, mysterious room with no idea what might happen… and an entire night of entertainment effortlessly unfolds before you. A typical evening for a theatergoer, but a far less common experience for the actors themselves.
Paula Poundstone Comes to The VETS
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2017
Comedian, best-selling author, and panel regular on NPR's Wait, Wait… Don't Tell Me, Paula Poundstone, will play The VETS in Providence Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 7:30pm. Tickets, $45, are on sale Friday, May 19 at 10am and can be purchased online at TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421.ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC box office located at 220 Weybosset St, Providence. Box office hours are Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm. Summer box office hours begin Monday, June 5. Summer hours are Mon-Thur 10am-3pm. The VETS on-site box office, located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence, is only open on show days. For a complete schedule of The VETS events visit TheVetsRI.com.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2017
Comedian, best-selling author, and panel regular on NPR's Wait, Wait… Don't Tell Me, Paula Poundstone, will play The VETS in Providence Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 7:30pm. Tickets, $45, are on sale Friday, May 19 at 10am and can be purchased online at TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421.ARTS (2787), or in person at The VETS/PPAC box office located at 220 Weybosset St, Providence. Box office hours are Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm. Summer box office hours begin Monday, June 5. Summer hours are Mon-Thur 10am-3pm. The VETS on-site box office, located at One Avenue of the Arts, Providence, is only open on show days. For a complete schedule of The VETS events visit TheVetsRI.com.
BWW Review: Power to the People of FUENTE OVEJUNA
by Andria Tieman - May 16, 2017
Like Sheep to Water, or Fuente Ovejuna, by Lope de Vega, was written in the early 1600s, but has been largely unproduced in the United States. Similar to a Shakespearean history, it's based on actual events that occurred in the Castilian region of Spain in 1476. This production was translated and adapted by Trinity Rep Artistic Director Curt Columbus, and manages to stir up plenty of emotion while injecting much-needed moments of comic relief. While the production, costumes and performances are excellent as they always are at Trinity Rep, the play itself is somewhat underwhelming despite containing classic themes of romance and triumph over oppression.
by Andria Tieman - May 16, 2017
Like Sheep to Water, or Fuente Ovejuna, by Lope de Vega, was written in the early 1600s, but has been largely unproduced in the United States. Similar to a Shakespearean history, it's based on actual events that occurred in the Castilian region of Spain in 1476. This production was translated and adapted by Trinity Rep Artistic Director Curt Columbus, and manages to stir up plenty of emotion while injecting much-needed moments of comic relief. While the production, costumes and performances are excellent as they always are at Trinity Rep, the play itself is somewhat underwhelming despite containing classic themes of romance and triumph over oppression.
Contemporary Theater Company to Host 1st Annual Ocean State Improv Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2017
You walk into a dark, mysterious room with no idea what might happen… and an entire night of entertainment effortlessly unfolds before you. A typical evening for a theatergoer, but a far less common experience for the actors themselves.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2017
You walk into a dark, mysterious room with no idea what might happen… and an entire night of entertainment effortlessly unfolds before you. A typical evening for a theatergoer, but a far less common experience for the actors themselves.
STRAIGHT NO CHASER Announces New Album & Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Atlantic Records recording group STRAIGHT NO CHASER has announced details of their new EP. "SIX PACK: VOLUME 3" arrives on Friday, July 21.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Atlantic Records recording group STRAIGHT NO CHASER has announced details of their new EP. "SIX PACK: VOLUME 3" arrives on Friday, July 21.
BWW Review: Festival Ballet Providence's Magical CINDERELLA Casts a Spell at The Vets
by Veronica Bruscini - May 14, 2017
Festival Ballet Providence creates pure magic with its luminous production of Sergei Prokofiev's CINDERELLA. Winthrop Corey choreographed this piece to perfection, melding intricate, classical dancing with wonderful whimsy and humor.
by Veronica Bruscini - May 14, 2017
Festival Ballet Providence creates pure magic with its luminous production of Sergei Prokofiev's CINDERELLA. Winthrop Corey choreographed this piece to perfection, melding intricate, classical dancing with wonderful whimsy and humor.
First Annual OCEAN STATE IMPROV FESTIVAL at the Contemporary Theater Company Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017
You walk into a dark, mysterious room with no idea what might happen… and an entire night of entertainment effortlessly unfolds before you. A typical evening for a theatergoer, but a far less common experience for the actors themselves.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017
You walk into a dark, mysterious room with no idea what might happen… and an entire night of entertainment effortlessly unfolds before you. A typical evening for a theatergoer, but a far less common experience for the actors themselves.
Photo Flash: First Look at Lope de Vega's LIKE SHEEP TO WATER, OR FUENTE OVEJUNA at Trinity Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017
Trinity Repertory Company presents Lope de Vega's Like Sheep to Water, or Fuente Ovejuna translated by Curt Columbus and directed by Mark Valdez, with original music by Jerediah Gonzalez. Performances run through June 11. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017
Trinity Repertory Company presents Lope de Vega's Like Sheep to Water, or Fuente Ovejuna translated by Curt Columbus and directed by Mark Valdez, with original music by Jerediah Gonzalez. Performances run through June 11. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW Review: THE BEST OF EVERYTHING at 2ND STORY THEATRE
by Larry O'Brien - May 11, 2017
Women in business in the 1950's--not the easiest row to hoe.
by Larry O'Brien - May 11, 2017
Women in business in the 1950's--not the easiest row to hoe.
Father Misgivings Comes to Ocean State Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2017
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit professional theatre company, currently celebrating its fifth season in its comfortable, stadium-style theatre in Warwick, is proud to announce the return of Misgivings to Ocean State Theatre on Saturday, June 3, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2017
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit professional theatre company, currently celebrating its fifth season in its comfortable, stadium-style theatre in Warwick, is proud to announce the return of Misgivings to Ocean State Theatre on Saturday, June 3, 2017.
Magician Bruce Kalver Returns To Ocean State Theatre With MAGICAL MOMENTS
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2017
Professional Magician, Bruce Kalver returns to Ocean State Theatre with his popular show Magical Moments: A Magic Show for All Ages! The production, which is part of Ocean State Theatre Company's Family Fun Fest, will be performed for one show only on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 11:00 am.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2017
Professional Magician, Bruce Kalver returns to Ocean State Theatre with his popular show Magical Moments: A Magic Show for All Ages! The production, which is part of Ocean State Theatre Company's Family Fun Fest, will be performed for one show only on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 11:00 am.
Epic Theatre Brings Fifth Season To a Close With EQUUS
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2017
Epic Theatre Company is closing out its acclaimed fifth season with a true modern classic-Peter Shaffer's Equus.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2017
Epic Theatre Company is closing out its acclaimed fifth season with a true modern classic-Peter Shaffer's Equus.
IN HER OWN WORDS: THE DIANA TAPES to Make U.S. Regional Premiere in Providence
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2017
What Will The Neighbors Say? has announced the regional premiere of In Her Own Words: The Diana Tapes. Written by Co-Artistic Director James Clements, the show premiered at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe Festival to critical acclaim. This show will open Friday, June 9th at the Social Enterprise Greenhouse Hub, 10 Davol Square, Providence, RI and run through Sunday, July 2nd.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2017
What Will The Neighbors Say? has announced the regional premiere of In Her Own Words: The Diana Tapes. Written by Co-Artistic Director James Clements, the show premiered at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe Festival to critical acclaim. This show will open Friday, June 9th at the Social Enterprise Greenhouse Hub, 10 Davol Square, Providence, RI and run through Sunday, July 2nd.
Photo Flash: Meet the Stars of SOUVENIR at Granite Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2017
The Granite Theatre of Westerly, announces the opening of Stephen Temperley's comedy with music 'Souvenir' the hilarious, true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the infamous grand dame of the 1930's high society and arguably one of the worst singing voices of all time. It was a very recent highly acclaimed movie that starred Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant. The show opens Friday May 26, 2017 and runs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm through June 18, 2017. Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson. BroadwayWorld has a first look a the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2017
The Granite Theatre of Westerly, announces the opening of Stephen Temperley's comedy with music 'Souvenir' the hilarious, true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the infamous grand dame of the 1930's high society and arguably one of the worst singing voices of all time. It was a very recent highly acclaimed movie that starred Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant. The show opens Friday May 26, 2017 and runs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm through June 18, 2017. Producer/ Artistic Director for the theatre is David Jepson. BroadwayWorld has a first look a the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: 2nd Story Theatre presents THE BEST OF EVERYTHING
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2017
Rona Jaffe's mid-century page-turner electrified millions of women who saw their own lives reflected in the experiences of five young employees of a New York publishing house. Julie Kramer's adaptation touchingly and faithfully captures Jaffe's incisive look at the personal and professional struggles these women faced (face?) in their male-dominated world, bringing it to colorful theatrical life with sympathy, wit, intelligence and love.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2017
Rona Jaffe's mid-century page-turner electrified millions of women who saw their own lives reflected in the experiences of five young employees of a New York publishing house. Julie Kramer's adaptation touchingly and faithfully captures Jaffe's incisive look at the personal and professional struggles these women faced (face?) in their male-dominated world, bringing it to colorful theatrical life with sympathy, wit, intelligence and love.
Riverdance Brings 20th Anniversary World Tour to PPAC, 6/2 - 4
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2017
The 20th Anniversary World Tour will play a strictly limited engagement at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) from June 2 - June 4, 2017. Celebrating an extraordinary milestone for an incredible show, The Edinburgh Evening News raves about RIVERDANCE - The 20th Anniversary World Tour, "As for the flaws? Well, there simply aren't any. Here's to another 20 years!"
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2017
The 20th Anniversary World Tour will play a strictly limited engagement at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) from June 2 - June 4, 2017. Celebrating an extraordinary milestone for an incredible show, The Edinburgh Evening News raves about RIVERDANCE - The 20th Anniversary World Tour, "As for the flaws? Well, there simply aren't any. Here's to another 20 years!"
Theatre By The Sea to Host Ultimate Celebration of Female Empowerment!
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2017
Are you ready to recall the days of miniskirts, transistor radios and flower power? Bill Hanney's award winning Theatre By The Sea (TBTS) is set to make its own kind of music with BEEHIVE The '60s Musical, the ultimate celebration of 1960's female empowerment. Performances begin Wednesday, May 31 and plays thru Sunday, June 18, 2017. Press night is scheduled for Friday, June 2 at 8p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2017
Are you ready to recall the days of miniskirts, transistor radios and flower power? Bill Hanney's award winning Theatre By The Sea (TBTS) is set to make its own kind of music with BEEHIVE The '60s Musical, the ultimate celebration of 1960's female empowerment. Performances begin Wednesday, May 31 and plays thru Sunday, June 18, 2017. Press night is scheduled for Friday, June 2 at 8p.m.
Trinity Rep Announces Casting for 2017-2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2017
Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company, under the artistic leadership of Richard L. Bready Artistic Director Curt Columbus, announces initial casting for its robust 2017-2018 season.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2017
Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company, under the artistic leadership of Richard L. Bready Artistic Director Curt Columbus, announces initial casting for its robust 2017-2018 season.
BWW Review: Song, Dance and Cynicism--CHICAGO at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Larry O'Brien - May 03, 2017
They sing, they dance, they have no values.
by Larry O'Brien - May 03, 2017
They sing, they dance, they have no values.
The Wilbury Group's REVEL! Gala Set for 'The Superman Building' in Providence
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
REVEL! A Gala for the Wilbury Theatre Group will be held on Saturday, May 6 at 6 PM (5 PM VIP) at 'The Superman Building', 111 Westminster Street, Providence, RI.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
REVEL! A Gala for the Wilbury Theatre Group will be held on Saturday, May 6 at 6 PM (5 PM VIP) at 'The Superman Building', 111 Westminster Street, Providence, RI.
Brown/Trinity Rep to Present MUD and A MAP OF VIRTUE in Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
The Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Program presents two riveting dramatic works. Under the direction of Mauricio Salgado '18, Maria Irene Fornes' Mud begins performances on May 5. Erin Courtney's A Map of Virtue, directed by Kate Bergstrom, begins May 6.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
The Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Program presents two riveting dramatic works. Under the direction of Mauricio Salgado '18, Maria Irene Fornes' Mud begins performances on May 5. Erin Courtney's A Map of Virtue, directed by Kate Bergstrom, begins May 6.
BWW Review: KING ELIZABETH Rules Triumphant at The Gamm
by Veronica Bruscini - May 02, 2017
KING ELIZABETH makes for wonderful theater. The narrative is equally enjoyable and thought-provoking, the cast impeccable -- this production is a crowning achievement for The Gamm.
by Veronica Bruscini - May 02, 2017
KING ELIZABETH makes for wonderful theater. The narrative is equally enjoyable and thought-provoking, the cast impeccable -- this production is a crowning achievement for The Gamm.
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