Interview with a Zombie
In anticipation of RI Comic Con, we invited a zombie to the Motif offices to discuss film, food, and the zombie lifestyle. He arrived in chains, led by his handler. […]
Events:
A Changing Reflection
This exhibition demonstrates Silver, Metalwork, and Jewelry in the 19th–21st Centuries.
February 4, 2022 - September 30, 2023Social Fabric: Textiles and Contemporary Issues
Featured artists include: Jim Arendt, Elizabeth Duffy, Brooke Erin Goldstein, Sabrina Gschwandtner, Letitia Huckaby, Tamara Kostianovsky, Dinh Q. Lê, Aubrey Longley-Cook, Veronica Mays, Alison Saar, Emma Welty, Nafis M. White,
December 3, 2022 @ 8:00 am - June 11, 2023 @ 5:00 pmNancy Elizabeth Prophet: I will not bend an inch
February 17 - August 4Ana Flores
Shaman Ladders and Other Stories.
May 20 @ 12:00 am - October 28 @ 11:59 pmMy Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
From the king of swing to the Rat Pack, Ol’ Blue Eyes charmed his way into the hearts of millions. Celebrate the pivotal moments of Sinatra’s remarkable five-decade career with
May 24 - June 11Eveline Luppi
Opening Reception: Sunday, June 4 from 2 – 4pm.
May 30 - June 16Spreading It Around
Angela Drayton, a wealthy widow living in an upscale retirement community, is tired of handing out money to her unappreciative children. So she starts the “S.I.N. (Spending It Now) Foundation,”
May 31 - June 28Michael Rapaport
Actor and comedian known for pugnacious roles.
June 9 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmTake it to the Bridge
Award-winning seven-piece band delivers an energetic twist on current & classic rock, pop, R&B, and Motown.
June 9 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmBilly Veader & No Agenda Band
A variety of upbeat rock, blues & country.
June 9 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmMax Creek
The classic rock band that was formed by Dave Reed, John Rider and Bob Gosselin in 1971.
June 9 @ 9:00 pm - June 10 @ 12:00 amDraw the Line
Aerosmith tribute.
June 9 @ 9:00 pm - 11:30 pmMichael Rapaport
Actor and comedian known for pugnacious roles.
June 9 @ 9:30 pm - 11:30 pmFunky Submarine
Funky, groovy, jazzy interpretations of Beatles songs.
June 10 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmMichael Rapaport
Actor and comedian known for pugnacious roles.
June 10 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmHey Nineteen
Tribute to Steely Dan.
June 10 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmThe Naticks
A high-energy indie band that has played together for over ten years. Original pop-rock and a variety of high-energy, classic and modern covers.
June 10 @ 9:00 pm - June 11 @ 12:30 amNotFadeAway
Led Zeppelin & Dead tribute.
June 10 @ 9:00 pm - June 11 @ 12:00 amMichael Rapaport
Actor and comedian known for pugnacious roles.
June 10 @ 9:30 pm - 11:30 pmGolden Rule Peace Ship
Built in the 1950s, the Golden Rule Peace Ship sailed across the Pacific to protest nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands. In 2009, Veterans for Peace began the processes
June 11 - June 13
This Is NOT Your Un-funny Friend’s Improv Group
We’ve all been there. There’s one friend in your circle, which if you were questioned by a stranger you may say is just an acquaintance. And he thinks that he […]
Alt-Parenting: Farewell Summer … Don’t Let the Door Hit You in the Ass
There are many realities no one mentions to parents before they have kids: sleepless nights last well past the newborn phase; the words “carefree” and “relaxing” drop from your vocabulary, […]
Mike Birbiglia Thanks God for Jokes
Mike Birbiglia hits the stage at the 2014 Newport Comedy Series with his show “Thank God for Jokes” on July 17. Mike took a few minutes to speak with me […]
Not So Great Gatsby: A Valentine’s Day With No Head Tricks
Dear Nick, The champagne buzz has barely worn off from New Year’s Eve and here we are, flying into February. The second page on the calendar can be the coldest, […]
The Not So Great Gatsby Is Thankful … and Not So Thankful
All the many tidings of the season to you and yours! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and gobbled up your share of turkey. 2013 was such a great […]
Dare Me: Sci-Fi Speed Dating
Double Dare By Bachelorette #4The challenge: Sci-Fi Speed Dating. At RI Comic Con. Dressed as Slave Leia, which, as far as I’ve been told (by people outside of Comic Con), […]
Jabba Speaks out about RI Comic Con
New England’s largest comic convention is heading to Rhode Island RI ComicCon is returning for its second year at the RI Convention Center this November 2 and 3. Last year’s […]
Erin Foley’s Comedic Sorta Homecoming
I talked to stand-up comedian Erin Foley via telephone from her home in California in anticipation of her two shows in Rhode Island next week. We discussed hoops, stand-up comedy and […]