Thru Sunday, October 9
Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage, Trinity Rep, 201 Washington St, PVD. You read it in high school, now see the blood-soaked Old English poem in a raucous rock ‘n’ roll retelling. Watch as Beowulf defends the great hall of Heorot alongside a panel of academics who will over-analyze his every move. trinityrep.com
September 16 thru 18
Fall Taste of Block Island: A sample platter of all Block Island has to offer. 10am- 5pm, Block Island Chamber and Block Island Tourism Council, Island Wide, Block Island. tasteofbi.com
September 17
Exchange Street Open Studios: Visit more than 35 artists in studios and work/live lofts in three renovated mill buildings along the Blackstone River, all located just steps from each other. Chat with artists about their ideas and inspirations, watch demos of their technical processes and buy art tax-free. Plus, there will be food trucks. 11am – 5pm, Armory Arts District, Pawtucket. xospawtucket.com
September 17
Mark Cutler & The Men of Great Courage and Becky Chace Band: Two local acts with a knack for a rootsy, throwback style that brings together the power of country ballads and the fun and energy of rock. 7pm, Narrows Center for the Arts,16 Anawan St #1, Fall River, Mass. narrowscenter.org
September 18
9th Annual Fall Out of Summer Arts Festival: A fun and family-friendly event featuring live music and theater, artisans, art activities, contests and more. 11am – 5pm, Artists’ Exchange, 50 Rolfe Sq, Cranston. artists-exchange.org