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Bob was an irresistible force in the fabric of the local acting community. A frequent partner with Oscar Nominee Richard Jenkins both in local theater and at Trinity Rep in the ’70s, Bob also founded The Rhode Island Shakespeare Theater (TRIST), especially esteemed for its Shakespeares in the park. Colonna grew up in show biz. […]
Favorite Animal/ Favorite Floral Tara D’Agostino – Iron Lion Tattoo By the numbers, Tara D’Agostino got her first tattoo at the age of 15, picked up her own tattoo machine at the age of 19, opened her own tattoo parlor 16 years ago, has been a tattoo artist for 20 years, and has won Motif […]
Open: Closed: What a month!! We got nothing – keep up the good work, RI culinarists!
Favorite Free Verse Spoken Word 2026 Ashley Hosa Sending out a big congrats to Ashley Hosa, who came to the Spoken Awards with a multitude of wonderful supporters (shoutout to Ryan!). During the post-announcement interview, Ashley stated, “I came here not knowing what was going to happen, and this is just such an incredible feeling. […]
Favorite Color Tattoo Evan Olin, Powerline Tattoo Runner-up: Luis Bold, Unicorn Ink Favorite Black & Gray Ryan Dowden, Dark Ritual Runner-up: Luis Bold, Unicorn Ink Favorite Black & Gray with Color Steven McDonough, Secret Safe Tattoo Runner-up: Rachel WS, Rachel WS Fine Art Tattoos Favorite New School Style Mackenzie Blinn, Unicorn Ink Runner-up: Kimberly Miranda, […]
Favorite Free Verse Spoken Word Ashley HosaRunner-up: Jeff Daniellian Favorite Social Justice Spoken Word Erik AndradeRunner-up: Mx Asher Favorite Youth Poet Angel CruzRunner-up: (by one vote) Josselyn Wolf Favorite Poetry Event Apothica’s Monthly Poetry NightRunner-up: Afroverse Favorite Producer / Organizer Jessica SullivanRunner-up: Sadey Fournier Favorite Narrative Music / Hip-Hop / Rap Chachi CarvalhoRunner-up: Jesse the Tree […]
Artist of the Year: Favorite Song: Favorite Music Video: NOVA ONE; “chlorine” by NOVA ONE; “chlorine” – NOVA ONE (Dir. Frankie Ferrari) nova one: “nova won!” Providence’s own nova one won (!!) four 2026 Motif Music Awards: “artist of the year,” “favorite song,” “favorite video” (for “Chlorine” — a must watch!), and “runner up for […]
Check out extensive listings for every show we could find this season. But some are bigger or just fundamentally represent summer in our eclectic, hyperactive, tiny-yet-overachieving state. Here’s a selection of special events to keep an eye out for. MUSIC AT THE FARM: GRACE NOTE FARM A series of outdoor concerts at the farm! Hosted […]
Opened Dari Bee Ice Cream: This esteemed spot right on the bike path was originally opened in 1960 but has been closed for the past year or so. It’s been renovated, updated and has reemerged under new ownership, just in time for the ice cream to start melting! 240 Bullocks Point Ave, East Providence. fb.com/thedaribee […]
Opened Black Sheep: Reopening under new management, the venue that serves both comfy food and strong drinks, set to live performances ranging from bands to drag shows, wants to welcome you back with its grand reopening party on May 9. The night will feature live music by The Moon Trippers starting at 6pm as well […]