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Young Artists Produce Tennessee Williams' THE TWO CHARACTER PLAY in Providence for Mental Health Advocacy

A group of young theatre professionals have joined forces to produce the RI premiere of America's 'most influential playwright' Tennessee Williams' The Two-Character Play, directed by Trinity Rep's Gia Yarn.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Rhode Island Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Rhode Island Awards; NEWSIES, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Stadium Theatre & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards; NEWSIES, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Stadium Theatre & More Lead!

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards December 5th Standings; NEWSIES Leads Best Musical!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards; A CHRISTMAS CAROL Leads Best Play!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Epic Theatre Company Pauses Programming Amid Sexual Assault Allegations Made Against Artistic Director

Sexual assault allegations are being made against Epic Theatre Company's artistic director Kevin Broccoli. After investigating the claims, Epic Theatre Executive Director Megan Ruggiero, along with staff members Angelique Dina and Lauren Pothier, have all resigned. 
Epic Launches New Instagram Series ALL DONE UP WITH STEPHANIE TRAVERSA

Epic Theatre Company is excited to launch a new Instagram series this Sunday, May 3rd at 7pm featuring Epic regular actress and make-up maven Stephanie Traversa.  'All Done Up with Stephanie Traversa' will feature the fun and fabulous actress walking viewers through theatrical make-up tutorials with the goal of having fun while staying home.
Epic Theatre to Premiere STAY IN, STAY SAFE Series

Epic Theatre Company is premiering its brand new digital series entitled 'Stay Safe, Stay In' featuring programming specifically designed for a mobile audience during a distracting time. The programming is spread out over multiple platforms and will continue to roll-out over the next few weeks.
Epic Theatre Company Will Produce the First Major Local Revival of AGNES OF GOD

Epic Theatre Company is has reunited the team from its smash production of Lauren Gunderson's 'The Revolutionists' to produce the first major local revival of John Pielmeier's 'Agnes of God.' This searing story of a young nun faced with an impossible dilemma is sure to be the most talked about drama of the season.
STE Presents THE SANTALAND DIARIES

Spectrum Theatre Ensemble (STE) of Providence continues their inaugural season with THE SANTALAND DIARIES & SEASON'S GREETINGS, by David Sedaris, adapted by Joe Mantello, and directed by Clay B. Martin (Providence, RI). When a down-on-his luck wannabe actor arrives in New York City at the end of the year, the only employment he can find is at Macy's department store -- working in Santaland for the holiday season, as a reluctant, but relentlessly cheerful, elf. Newly christened a?oeCrumpeta??, our clever anti-hero shares his observations of the mayhem in front of and behind the scenes during one chaotic December, from aggressive parents and drunken Santas, to flirtatious actors, poor hygiene, and the racially charged hazards of being a a?oePointer Elf.a?? Will Crumpet find a moment of pure Christmas spirit? The perfect Christmas treat for grownups, this one-man show has been an annual tradition at theaters across the United States for the past twenty years.
Photo Flash: Inside Epic's THE SECRET GARDEN

Epic Theatre Company concludes its One Sweet Summer with an exciting new version of “The Secret Garden” adapted from the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett by Gwen Beaton, and directed by Megan Ruggiero. The classic story of Mary, who experiences a terrible tragedy only to find healing and mystery at the house of her uncle. All the famous characters from the iconic novel come to life onstage this August for what's sure to be a gorgeous end to the season.
Epic Theatre Presents THE SECRET GARDEN

Epic Theatre Company concludes its One Sweet Summer with an exciting new version of a?oeThe Secret Gardena?? adapted from the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett by Gwen Beaton, and directed by Megan Ruggiero.  The classic story of Mary, who experiences a terrible tragedy only to find healing and mystery at the house of her uncle.  All the famous characters from the iconic novel come to life onstage this August for what's sure to be a gorgeous end to the season.
Photo Flash: Epic Theatre Company Presents AMERICAN DRAG

American Drag written and directed by Epic's Artistic Director Kevin Broccoli.  The continuation of Epic's hit 2015 play American Strippers, this time around, Olympus has fallen and the gods are trying to get the band back together for one more shot at controlling the Universe with the help of some iconic drag queens.
Epic Brings DEATH AND THE MAIDEN To The Stage

Epic Theatre Company continues its exploration of conviction with a modern masterpiece--Ariel Dorfman's 'Death and the Maiden.'
Epic Closes Out Sixth Season With WOLF HALL

Epic Theatre Company is closing out its landmark sixth season with one of the biggest shows to ever hit a Rhode Island stage. Based on the acclaimed novel, 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel, adapted by Mike Poulton, offers a bold perspective on a classic story of faith, greed, and power.
Epic Theatre Company Presents COLLECTIVE RAGE: A PLAY IN FIVE BATTLES

For one weekend only, Epic Theatre Company will be presenting the Rhode Island Premiere of one of the wildest shows you'll ever encounter.
Epic Brings THE HEALING To Contemporary Theatre Company

Epic Theatre Company continues its commitment to bringing theater all over the state with its production of Samuel D. Hunter's The Healing which will be traveling to The Contemporary Theatre Company in Wakefield for a limited run in April.
Photo Flash: THE LITTLE FOXES Comes to Epic Theatre Company

Epic Theatre Company presents Lillian Hellman's 1939 classic THE LITTLE FOXES, running January 12th-27th. This turn-of-the-century drama, directed by Kate Lester, takes a hard look at wealth, and the lengths one family will go to keep it.
Epic's Wild Holiday Show Arrives This December

Epic Theatre Company is celebrating the holidays with the rowdiest bunch of Catholic school boys ever to grace the stage. The Boys of St. Matthew's are back and this year, they're ready to turn Christmas upside down in one of the craziest Carols you'll ever see.

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