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Providence Performing Arts Center

Address:
220 Weybosset Street
Providence, RI 02903

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Providence Performing Arts Center History

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) presents a full roster of touring Broadway productions and contemporary engagements. PPAC has been the theatre of choice in launching twenty national tours since 2008. PPAC is a 3100-seat, world-class venue located in the heart of Providence’s arts and entertainment district; it is the second-largest theatre of its kind in the country. PPAC is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has also been ranked by Pollstar as one of the Top Venues in the world.

Shows at the Providence Performing Arts Center

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2/23/2027 - 2/28/2027 Maybe Happy Ending (2026)
2/9/2027 - 2/14/2027 The Notebook (2025)
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1/26/2027 - 1/31/2027 Death Becomes Her (2026)
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12/15/2026 - 12/20/2026 Hell's Kitchen (2025)
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11/3/2026 - 11/8/2026 The Great Gatsby: A New Musical (2026)
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5/20/2026 - 6/7/2026 The Lion King (2002)
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5/5/2026 - 5/17/2026 Kimberly Akimbo (2024)
4/14/2026 - 4/19/2026 The Outsiders (2025)
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3/4/2026 - 3/22/2026 Wicked (2009)
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1/16/2026 - 1/18/2026 Clue (2025)
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11/7/2025 - 11/9/2025 Hadestown (Non-Equity) (2024)
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9/19/2025 - 10/4/2025 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (2024)
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6/10/2025 - 6/15/2025 Back to the Future: The Musical (2024)
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4/22/2025 - 4/27/2025 Some Like It Hot (2024)
2/25/2025 - 3/2/2025 & Juliet (2024)
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2/11/2025 - 2/16/2025 Life of Pi (2024)
2/5/2025 - 2/6/2025 The Cher Show (Non-Equity) (2024)
1/21/2025 - 1/26/2025 MJ (2023)
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12/11/2024 - 12/22/2024 Hamilton (Angelica Company) (2017)
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11/12/2024 - 11/17/2024 Mamma Mia! (2023)
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10/20/2024 - 10/27/2024 Shucked (2024)
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9/21/2024 - 9/28/2024 A Beautiful Noise (2024)
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4/23/2024 - 4/28/2024 Company (2023)
4/14/2024 - 4/14/2024 Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles (Non-Equity) (2023)
3/7/2024 - 9/1/2024 Frozen (2019)
2/6/2024 - 6/30/2024 To Kill a Mockingbird (2020)
1/23/2024 - 1/28/2024 Ain't Too Proud (2021)
12/19/2023 - 12/31/2023 Moulin Rouge! (2022)
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10/31/2023 - 11/5/2023 The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity) (2022)
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10/17/2023 - 11/24/2024 Mrs. Doubtfire (2023)
9/9/2023 - 9/16/2023 Funny Girl (2023)
4/25/2023 - 9/14/2025 Beetlejuice (2022)
4/11/2023 - 4/23/2023 SIX (Boleyn Tour) (2022)
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3/21/2023 - 3/26/2023 Hadestown (2021)
3/11/2023 - 3/11/2023 The Simon & Garfunkel Story (Non-Equity) (2023)
2/21/2023 - 2/26/2023 Come From Away (2018)
1/31/2023 - 2/5/2023 Annie (Non-Equity) (2022)
1/17/2023 - 1/22/2023 Jagged Little Pill (2022)
11/15/2022 - 11/20/2022 Les Miserables (2017)
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10/25/2022 - 10/30/2022 Tootsie (Non-Equity) (2021)
10/4/2022 - 10/9/2022 Mean Girls (2021)
6/2/2022 - 6/3/2022 Jersey Boys (2021)
5/11/2022 - 5/15/2022 My Fair Lady (2019)
4/12/2022 - 4/17/2022 Ain't Too Proud (2021)
4/5/2022 - 7/2/2023 Dear Evan Hansen (2021)
3/22/2022 - 3/27/2022 Oklahoma! (2020)
3/8/2022 - 3/13/2022 The Prom (2021)
2/18/2022 - 2/20/2022 An Officer and a Gentleman (Non-Equity) (2022)
1/25/2022 - 1/30/2022 Jesus Christ Superstar (2019)
1/14/2022 - 1/16/2022 Rent (Non Eq) (2016)
11/30/2021 - 12/12/2021 Hamilton (Philip Company) (2018)
10/9/2021 - 10/16/2021 Pretty Woman (2020)
3/3/2020 - 3/8/2020 Hello, Dolly! (2018)
2/11/2020 - 2/16/2020 Fiddler on the Roof (Non-Equity) (2019)
12/3/2019 - 12/8/2019 Come From Away (2018)
10/29/2019 - 11/10/2019 Aladdin (2017)
7/23/2019 - 6/25/2023 Hamilton (Angelica Company) (2017)
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6/25/2019 - 6/30/2019 The Band's Visit (2021)
5/10/2019 - 5/12/2019 Jersey Boys (2015)
4/23/2019 - 4/28/2019 The Book of Mormon (2012)
3/21/2019 - 3/31/2019 The Phantom of the Opera (2013)
2/26/2019 - 3/3/2019 School of Rock (2017)
2/5/2019 - 2/10/2019 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2018)
1/22/2019 - 1/29/2019 Cats (2019)
11/27/2018 - 12/2/2018 Anastasia (2018) [Cancelled]
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9/21/2018 - 9/30/2018 Miss Saigon (2018)
5/15/2018 - 5/20/2018 Something Rotten! (2017)
3/13/2018 - 3/18/2018 An American in Paris (2016)
2/27/2018 - 3/4/2018 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (2015)
1/30/2018 - 2/4/2018 On Your Feet (2017)
1/9/2018 - 1/14/2018 The Bodyguard (2016)
12/26/2017 - 12/31/2017 Love Never Dies (2017)
12/8/2017 - 12/10/2017 Kinky Boots National Tour (2017)
11/7/2017 - 11/12/2017 Fun Home (2016)
9/21/2017 - 9/30/2017 Les Miserables (2017)
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5/17/2017 - 5/21/2017 Matilda the Musical (2015)
5/2/2017 - 5/7/2017 Chicago (2017)
2/28/2017 - 3/19/2017 The Lion King (2002)
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2/7/2017 - 2/12/2017 The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (2016)
12/6/2016 - 12/11/2016 A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder (2015)
11/1/2016 - 11/6/2016 The King and I (2016)
9/21/2016 - 10/8/2016 Wicked (2009)
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6/14/2016 - 6/19/2016 If/Then (2015)
5/31/2016 - 6/5/2016 Bullets Over Broadway: The Musicals (2015)
4/26/2016 - 5/1/2016 Jersey Boys (2015)
4/8/2016 - 4/10/2016 Ragtime (2015)
3/9/2016 - 3/13/2016 The Sound of Music (2015)
1/26/2016 - 1/31/2016 Cabaret (2016)
12/8/2015 - 12/13/2015 Irving Berlin's White Christmas (2015)
11/17/2015 - 11/22/2015 The Book of Mormon (2012)
11/3/2015 - 11/8/2015 Motown the Musical (2014)
10/20/2015 - 10/25/2015 Newsies The Musical (2014)
9/15/2015 - 9/20/2015 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (2015)
4/21/2015 - 4/26/2015 Dirty Dancing (2014)
2/24/2015 - 3/1/2015 I Love Lucy Live on Stage (2014)
11/4/2014 - 11/9/2014 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2014)
10/10/2014 - 10/18/2014 Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella (2014)
4/29/2014 - 5/11/2014 The Book of Mormon (2012)
4/15/2014 - 4/20/2014 We Will Rock You (2013)
4/15/2014 - 4/20/2014 We Will Rock You (unknown)
3/25/2014 - 3/30/2014 Flashdance The Musical (2013)
2/25/2014 - 3/3/2014 Peter and the Starcatcher (2013)
12/26/2013 - 1/12/2014 Wicked (1st National Tour) (2005)
11/27/2013 - 12/7/2014 The Phantom of the Opera (2013)
10/22/2013 - 10/27/2013 Ghost the Musical (2013)
10/1/2013 - 10/6/2013 Once (2013)
9/8/2013 - 9/14/2013 Evita (2013)
6/5/2013 - 6/9/2013 War Horse (2012)
2/17/2013 - 2/17/2013 Scooby-Doo Live! Musical Mysteries (2013)
2/8/2013 - 2/10/2013 American Idiot (2012)
11/4/2012 - 11/10/2012 Elf The Musical (2012)
5/4/2012 - 5/6/2012 Burn the Floor (unknown)
4/24/2012 - 4/29/2012 Bring It On: The Musical (2011)
3/20/2012 - 3/25/2012 The Addams Family (2011)
3/2/2012 - 3/4/2012 Come Fly Away (2011)
2/8/2012 - 2/19/2012 Mary Poppins (2009)
1/3/2012 - 1/8/2012 Shrek the Musical (2011)
11/1/2011 - 11/6/2011 Les Miserables (2010)
10/4/2011 - 10/9/2011 Rock of Ages (2011)
4/26/2011 - 5/1/2011 West Side Story (2010)
4/15/2011 - 4/17/2011 Monty Python's Spamalot (2010)
4/8/2011 - 4/10/2011 Madagascar Live! (2011)
3/22/2011 - 3/27/2011 Next to Normal (2010)
3/13/2011 - 3/13/2011 Riverdance (unknown)
2/1/2011 - 2/20/2011 The Lion King (2002)
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1/11/2011 - 1/16/2011 In the Heights (2009)
12/28/2010 - 1/2/2011 Mamma Mia! (2002)
12/7/2010 - 12/12/2010 South Pacific (2009)
5/12/2010 - 6/6/2010 Jersey Boys (2006)
3/16/2010 - 3/21/2010 The 101 Dalmatians Musical (2009)
2/15/2010 - 2/21/2010 Xanadu (2010)
2/9/2010 - 2/14/2010 Beauty and the Beast (2010)
11/17/2009 - 11/22/2009 Rent (2009)
9/29/2009 - 10/4/2009 Young Frankenstein (2009)
5/26/2009 - 5/31/2009 The Color Purple (2007)
4/21/2009 - 4/26/2009 Spring Awakening (2008)
3/31/2009 - 4/5/2009 A Chorus Line (2008)
9/21/2008 - 9/28/2008 Legally Blonde (2008)
5/6/2008 - 5/11/2008 The Drowsy Chaperone (2007)
4/1/2005 - 4/3/2005 Chicago (unknown)

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Broadway League Honors J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton with Distinguished Lifetime Service Award
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026

J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton, President and CEO of Professional Facilities Management, received The Broadway League's Distinguished Lifetime Service Award at the Broadway League Awards Ceremony in New York City.
TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) to Launch North American Tour in Fall 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will launch a North American Tour in the fall of 2027. The production will open in Rhode Island, before touring to cities across the U.S. and Canada.
Broadway League Reveals Recipients of 2026 League Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026

The annual League Awards were held during The Broadway League’s 2026 Spring Road Conference as esteemed members and partners were honored for their achievements in support of Touring Broadway.
Disney Musicals in Schools Students to Take the Stage at PPAC
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026

Over 140 elementary and middle school students from across Rhode Island will perform on the PPAC stage as part of the Disney Musicals in Schools program, one of 21 such partnerships worldwide.
DEATH BECOMES HER Sets Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that the Tony Award winning and Grammy Award nominated musical, and the most nominated production  of the 2024/2025 Broadway season, DEATH BECOMES HER, will conclude its Broadway run. WE have all of the details here.
PPAC & Keri Anne O'Donnell Memorial Fund Name 2026 Outstanding Greeter Grant Recipient
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026

Portsmouth High School senior Carolyn Richer has been named the 2026 Outstanding Greeter Grant recipient by PPAC and the Keri Anne O'Donnell Memorial Fund, honoring student volunteers in PPAC's High School Greeter program.
PPAC Reveals 2026 ARTS Scholarships Class, Marking 30 Years of Arts Education
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

The Providence Performing Arts Center's Community Outreach Committee announced 98 Rhode Island middle school students as recipients of ARTS Scholarships, each providing up to $600 for a summer arts program, marking the initiative's 30th anniversary.
DrumatiX Will Present RHYTHM DELIVERED at San Diego Fringe Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026

DrumatiX, the 2024 San Diego Fringe Audience Choice winner, will return to Centro Cultural de la Raza in Balboa Park with RHYTHM DELIVERED, blending tap dance, body percussion, and found-object music.
Review: Kimberly Akimbo at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Andria Tieman - May 7, 2026

At it’s most basic, Kimberly Akimbo tells the story of a sixteen-year-old girl who has a chromosomal disorder that makes her age rapidly.  While that’s already an interesting premise, this musical goes much further than a typical ‘issues’ play and creates something wholly unexpected and quirkily delightful. 
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Reveals 2026-27 Tour Dates and Cities
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning OPERATION MINCEMEAT announced a full North American tour route spanning over 25 cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, as the Broadway production hits 500 performances.
Student Winners Announced for 2026 Ocean State Star Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) just announced the winners of the 2025/2026 Ocean State Star Awards (OSSA) program. These winners will be recognized and honored on the PPAC stage during a live Showcase event.
Review: THE OUTSIDERS at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Jay Pateakos - Apr 15, 2026

The Outsiders musical struck a seminal chord at the Providence Performing Arts Center last night, combining richly harmonic music with songs that speak to your very soul.  Believe the Hype!  This Tony Award winner sets itself apart from the pack early on and never looks back!
WILD KRATTS LIVE 2.0 Tour to Stop At Providence Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026

WILD KRATTS LIVE 2.0 – ACTIVATE CREATURE POWER! will tour across the U.S. with a stop in Providence. The live stage show will feature characters from the PBS KIDS series.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
by Team BWW - Apr 8, 2026

Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this March 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from regional stages across the country.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT, THE GREAT GATSBY & HELL’S KITCHEN Set for PPAC 2026–2027 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026

The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced its 2026–2027 Broadway Season, featuring a mix of new musicals, touring productions, and special engagements.
Disney’s THE LION KING Adds New Performance At PPAC
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026

Sn additional performance has been added to the Providence return engagement of Disney’s THE LION KING, occurring on Thursday, June 4 at 1P. Learn more here!
Review: WICKED at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Andria Tieman - Mar 6, 2026

One could be forgiven for feeling a little burned out on Wicked these days.  After two super-sized movies and a press tour that seemed to last a decade, Wicked-mania feels a bit on the wane.  However, there is no substitute for seeing this show live on stage.  This show is more relevant than ever,  and the current touring cast are exceptional.
THE PIPES ARE CALLING at PPAC Postponed
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

Due to the severity of the blizzard, the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has postponed their lunchtime Wonders of the Wurlitzer concert, THE PIPES ARE CALLING.
Providence Performing Arts Center Postpones STARDEW VALLEY: SYMPHONY OF SEASONS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

Providence Performing Arts Center has postponed STARDEW VALLEY: SYMPHONY OF SEASONS due to a blizzard. The concert will now take place April 10 at 7:30 p.m., with February tickets honored for the new date.
58 Participating Regional Awards Programs Set for 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026

The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre. 

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