The Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant is known for a few things, including a quality buffet, an intimate theater and (surprise surprise) a cabaret. They’re looking to expand their repertoire to include showcasing some of the best stand-up comedians in the area for a continuing monthly series called “The Cabaret Comedy Club.” Rob Greene is […]
One of America’s top-rated musical entertainers today hails from Westerly, Rhode Island. Nicolas King, who is 26, began crooning at age 8. He quickly developed a style touching cabaret and jazz-swing — his famous grandmother, Angela Bacari, worked with his special skills, and another one of his mentors was Liza Minnelli. As he advanced, people began comparing […]
Rhode Island is a music hub filled with a wide range of musical talent, so I’m kicking off a new series that will highlight some of the best songs from around the state. Hip-hop, R&B, pop, and more, all genres will be considered. Here’s volume 1: Nino – “Vibes” After premiering a four-week series that […]
Art by Big Nazo’s Erminio Pinque
WED 11 Stranger Stories: Local essayists and humor writers read their true stories aloud in this new recurring gathering. This episode’s theme: “Hot/Bothered.” 7pm. Ada Books, 717 Westminster St, PVD. fb.com/strangerstoriespvd THU 12 Guided Sunset Paddles: Kayak through Providence while taking in the views of the sun setting over the Providence skyline. 6pm. Providence Kayak […]
The sheer number of theaters and theater companies in our small state is staggering. But like weiners on a vendor’s arm, there’s always room for one more. Watch this space for information on West Bay Community Theater, JDP Theater Co., WomensWork and more.
FRI 6 – SAT 7 3rd Annual Ocean State BBQ Fest: Celebrate all that’s locally smoked & grilled with RI based BBQ joints, enthusiasts and backyarders. Emphasis on local smokers, local brews and local music! Starts at 5pm on Friday and Noon on Saturday. The Steel Yard, 27 Sims Ave, PVD. fb.com/OSBBQFest SAT 7 – […]
Last week, I had a conversation with Peter Neronha, fourth generation Jamestown native, graduate of North Kingstown High School and US Attorney for Rhode Island as recommended by Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse. He’s also the only candidate running to replace Peter Kilmartin, our current (and term-limited) attorney general. Our interview lasted 40 minutes, and […]
Trump has finally signed the executive order that ended the separation of immigrant families and children at the borders, but the families in question seem to still be in limbo As of June 27, more than 2,000 children remain separated from their parents. In the six days that have elapsed since the order was signed, only […]
Beyond Button Hole Golf Course at 180 Button Hole Drive in Providence lies an unassuming strip of buildings. For years, the Academy Players have called the tiny black box theater inside home. However, this season, past visitors will notice that things look a little different … okay, a lot different. Thanks to the efforts and […]