Katerina McCrimmon as Fanny Brice. Photo by Evan Zimmerman This. Is. Sheer. Perfection. Seldom do you hear a critic say these words, but it was hard to find fault with the great production value of this show. This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side […]
When an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime, they candidly disclose hilarious and touching stories from their home lives. The tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling […]
Zane Zapata (Frankie Valli) with Kyle Braun and Drake Leach. Photo: Mark Turek. Theatre By The Sea is elated to finally offer the Tony® Award-winning hit Jersey Boys, which runs through September 10. Jersey Boys is presented in a documentary-style format, taking us through the formation, success, and eventual breakup of the 1960s rock & […]
Photo: Alison O’Donnell What is hurling, you ask? No, not THAT kind of hurl. Think of it as field hockey – on steroids! A team is composed of 15 players or “hurlers.” The hurley or hurl stick is generally 24 to 36 inches in length. The ball, known as a sliotar, has a cork center […]
Now in its 24th year, National Farmers Market Week (August 6 – 12, 2023) is an annual celebration highlighting the vital role farmers markets play in our nation’s food system. The week’s events help boost market attendance and visibility. It’s a great opportunity to showcase the value these markets bring to our communities. How do […]
Providence is a hopping city surrounded by water, as three rivers converge in the heart of the capital city. Kayaking and boating are great ways to see this historical mecca from a different perspective, practicing your backstroke or just coasting while experiencing some local waterside flavors and history. It’s fun for the entire family! Why […]
Christopher Brasfield, Alyssa Giannetti, Lucy Horton, and Danny Drewes in “MY WAY: A Musical Tribute To Frank Sinatra” at Theatre By The Sea thru June 11. Photo by Michael Derr. In celebration of 90 Years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to announce the opening of the 2023 season […]
The Atrium on Main hosts Art Battle Pawtucket, part of Art Battle International (ABI), on the first Sunday of every month. This is a fun event where artists from the local area compete to have their artwork showcased and even sold. It’s a night of creativity and excitement as talented artists compete in this live-art […]
Burbage Theatre Co continues their 11th season with the RI premiere of Jen Silverman’s WITCH, directed by member Allison Crews. “I’ve been looking forward to this one,” says Artistic Director Jeff Church. “The devil is coming to Burbage. In short, WITCH has Burbage written all over it — a strong ensemble piece with humor, a […]
Or, Learning to Breathe Underwater; a ritual of lemons Okay, it’s also known as, I Love You, I Hate You, Shut Up & Tell Me Everything! [A mostly-true entirely-honest tale of recovery]. This is billed as a solo punk rock epic poem, written and performed by Teddy Lytle and directed by Harmon dot aut. At […]