The Newport Art Museum recently announced that it will present a new exhibition, “Andy Warhol: Big Shot,” which will be on view September 19 – December 20, 2020. “Andy Warhol: Big Shot” is the artist’s third exhibition at the Newport Art Museum. Warhol attended Newport Art Museum opening receptions for his first two exhibitions, which […]
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Brian C. Jones: For seniors touched by a pandemic, parking lot paintings told of their talents and dreams
The Lorax presumably still speaks “for the trees,” but from now on the Dr. Seuss character won’t have a high school’s asphalt parking lot from which to broadcast his warnings against environmental folly and ruin. THE LORAX, a character in a book by children’s author Dr. Seuss, “speaks for the trees” in warning against the […]
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FirstWorks Call to RI Artists for Proposals
FirstWorks invites Rhode Island-based musicians, performers and artists, including DJs, spoken word performers, theater artists, storytellers, poets to submit quest for proposals for virtual (and possibly live) community performances. FirstWorks ongoing project “Raise Your Voice” initiative seeks to amplify diverse voices and celebrate differences through the arts. The arts organization will award up to five […]
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Farm Aid to Present Virtual Festival September 26th
The organizers of the annual Farm Aid concert announced today that Farm Aid 2020 will be available online at farmaid.org and on AXS TV on Saturday, September 26 from 8-11PM. This virtual at-home festival experience will allow more viewers than ever before to take part in the annual festival. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_z5vcZQNQc Farm Aid 2020, the 35th anniversary, will showcase the diversity and strength of […]
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URI Guitar Festival to Return Virtually September 25-27
A world class guitar festival is returning to the region on the weekend of September 25-27. The University of Rhode Island Guitar Festival, now in its 5th year, will bring internationally recognized artists to a three day online conference, featuring workshops, masterclasses and performances. We spoke to Festival Director Adam Levin, who shared some Festival […]
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Jamestown Arts Center awarded $50,000 NEA Grant
The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) today announced that it is one of three nonprofits in Rhode Island to receive a one-time $50,000 grant award from the National Endowment for the Arts. This award was funded through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The National Endowment for the Arts, an independent agency […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Get Duked!”
This week’s movie-news cycle has been dominated by the return of theatrical releases, with Christopher Nolan’s Tenet and X-Men offshoot The New Mutants finally making their way the big screen— but the health risk of going to see them remains significant. As much as it pains this lover of the theatrical experience, in the world […]
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Six Picks Music: Weekend Music Live and Streaming: Sofi Tukker, Dawes and The Lemonheads
There’s live music and lots of live streaming around town this weekend. Check out our list and be safe! Friday and Saturday: Inside Lands, a streaming festival from the folks at Outside Lands, including never before seen footage from the past 12 years of the festival’s history. Artists include Jack White, Elton John Gorillaz and […]
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Update: Gillette Stadium to Host Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru Exhibit Sept. 4 – 20
Jurassic Quest is the first event of its kind hosted at the home of the six-time Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots and New England Revolution. The innovative experience allows guests to travel back in time as they drive through an interactive exhibit featuring over 70 moving and roaring dinosaurs, including favorites like the 50-foot […]
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Alliance Française of Newport to offer French Classes this fall
The Alliance Française of Newport is pleased to announce that French language classes will be offered this fall in an on-line format via Zoom. Beginner and intermediate classes will commence evenings on Tuesday September 15th and will continue weekly until December 8th. A conversation group for advanced students, “le Salon” will be offered evenings weekly […]
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Record Store Day Returning Saturday August 29
As you may have heard, vinyl records have made in resurgence in recent years, after almost becoming obsolete in the digital world. Buying records is especially helpful these days as a source of revenue for artists who are unable to tour. Record Store Day is an annual event that celebrates the vinyl record album every […]
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Ticket Giveaway: Yacht Rock Revue Coming to Yarmouth Drive-In Friday August 28
Yacht Rock Revue has made national headlines for their over-the-top shows covering 70’s classics from artists like Hall & Oates, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins and America. The band is playing the Yarmouth Drive-In Friday night, August 28th, as part of their “Hot Dads in Tight Jeans” tour. We’ve got a set of free tickets to […]
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Rhythm and Roots Festival Announces Online Festival Fundraiser Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend is fast approaching, and we know it just won’t feel right without your favorite music festival, Rhythm & Roots. While we might not be able to gather at Ninigret Park this year, you don’t have to completely miss out on your festival fix, because Lagniappe Productions has put together the next best […]
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What’s Up Interview: Catching up with Newport Jazz Festival Fave Grace Kelly
No doubt, it’s been a rough summer for music fans around Newport. Among other things, we’ve missed out on the artistry and excitement of the many festivals that take place on the island each year. No one has missed it more, however; than the artists who play the Festivals. Grace Kelly, a fan favorite at […]
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Newport Health Equity Zone’s Arts & Culture Working Group announces opening of the Hope Tree Art Exhibition 2020
Source: Newport Art Museum The Hope Tree Art Exhibition is an exhibition of artworks made by and for the North End communities, that is on view in Miantonomi Park from August 15 – October 15, 2020. The Arts & Culture Working Group of the Newport Health Equity Zone invited individuals, families, groups and organizations who […]
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Concert Photos: Grace Potter at the Yarmouth Drive-In (8-21-20)
Grace Potter wowed her fans Friday night at the Yarmouth Drive-In on Cape Cod. The solo concert featured songs from her band, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, including fan favorites “Stop the Bus,” “Turntable,” and “Paris (Ooh La La).” Properly masked fans of all ages enjoyed the socially distanced show in pickups, convertibles, and lawn […]
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Concert Photos: Allman Betts Band at the Yarmouth Drive-In (8-20-20)
The Allman Betts Band rocked the Cape Thursday, August 20th, playing to carloads of fans at the Yarmouth Drive-In on Cape Cod. It was a perfect night at the venue as folks gathered in safe spaces around their vehicles for the socially distanced show. The band played several tunes from their upcoming album Bless Your […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Tesla”
Despite being an endless source of fascination for artists, genius can be a difficult subject to explore well, particularly when it involves a real person. Exceptionality both draws us in and, by definition, keeps us at a distance; the best cinematic portrayals craft a delicate balance between insight and elusiveness, creating something we can admire […]
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Six Picks Music: Weekend Music Live and Streaming – Grace Potter, Brain James and Queen Esther
We found several socially distanced concerts going on this weekend around the region. We’re listing a few in our weekly column along with some shows that are streaming online. Remember to follow all safety protocols and enjoy! Friday: Grace Potter live at 8PM the Yarmouth Drive-In in Yarmouth, MA. Details here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ml7TmC__eDc Friday: Danielle Miraglia […]
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Grieving mother publishes book on the loss of her daughter to gun violence
Providence, RI – In a new book, “She Wasn’t The One,” Diana Garlington shares her tragic story of losing her child to gun violence. In 2011, the day after Thanksgiving, Esscence was driving, stopped at a light in Providence when a car pulled up beside her, and someone inside opened fire. Esscence, who was 21 […]
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Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County’s Artist Award application due September 15
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County (ACA) announces the September 15, 2020, 11:59 pm deadline for the Artist Awards, in support of Newport County artists and art projects that benefit our community. Artist Awards of up to $500 support arts projects throughout Newport County. Through these awards, ACA champions exciting and interesting arts […]
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Little Compton Historical Society: Honor the 19th Amendment with a safe outing for all ages
Little Compton, RI – The Little Compton Historical Society is pleased to present its Women’s History Project as a free indoor and outdoor exhibit suitable for the whole family. Since July, we have been welcoming small groups of up to 15 people for private, self-guided tours of the exhibits. These 90-minute appointments are offered free […]
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Newport Historical Society announces the release of ‘Newport: The Artful City’
The Newport Historical Society this week announced the release, on October 27th, of its latest publication “Newport: The Artful City” by John Tschirch, Visiting Curator of Urban History. The book is a richly illustrated portrait of Newport, Rhode Island as a work of urban art, from colonial times to the present, both documented and celebrated […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Paul Hoffman, pastor, scholar and author
Pastor Paul Hoffman, lead pastor of Evangelical Friends Church of Newport, will join us to discuss his latest book, “Reconciling Places: How to Bridge the Chasms in our Communities,” that was recently published. In Reconciling Places, pastor and scholar Paul Hoffman introduces laypeople and ministry leaders to a “theology of reconciliation” that equips Christians to […]
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Allman Betts Band Playing Yarmouth Drive-In Thursday August 20th – Tickets Still Available
As you’ve probably heard, Coronavirus has not been kind to professional musicians. Many bands and artists are on an indefinite hiatus, leaving their fans in limbo. A few promoters, however, have gotten creative, developing alternative concert formats, including the COVID safe “drive-in” theater model. One of those venues, the Yarmouth Drive-In, has been chugging along […]
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What’s Up Interview: CBS Commentator/Writer Bill Flanagan to Release “Fifty in Reverse”
Longtime music industry insider Bill Flanagan is a busy man these days. In addition to satellite radio shows on Sirius/XM and his Sunday morning gig on CBS, the retired MTV executive and Warwick native has a new book out as well as a new film about to be released. I spoke to Flanagan last week […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Project Power”
With as much content as they produce, it is only natural that the quality of Netflix’s original movies can vary significantly. At the bottom end are what feel like category-fillers, transparently designed to fit an algorithmic-niche, while unique, auteur-driven works by directors as prominent as Martin Scorsese and Alfonso Cuaron make for a very high […]
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Showcase Cinemas Announces Partnership with Warwick Public Library
Today, Showcase Cinemas Warwick, Quaker Lane announces a new partnership with the Warwick Public Library as part of the theater’s Showcase Together programming. On Tuesday evenings at 7pm, a librarian will join moviegoers for a post-movie discussion at their weekly ‘Book to Screen’ presentations. The Warwick Public Library is an active partner with people and […]
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Six Picks Music: Weekend Music Live and Streaming – Kathleen Edwards, Viking Jesus and Philly Folk
Check out some local socially distanced outdoor music as well as the best in online streaming this weekend in our weekly column “Six Picks.” All Weekend: The Philadelphia Folk Festival is happening virtually all weekend long. Check out over 100 of the best folk artists including Richard Thompson, Rhiannon Giddens, Billy Bragg and Molly Tuttle. […]
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Watch “Jazz on a Summer’s Day” to Benefit the Newport Festivals Foundation
Filmed at the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival and directed by world-renowned photographer Bert Stern, Jazz on a Summer’s Day features intimate performances by an all-star line-up of musical legends including Louis Armstrong, Thelonious Monk, Gerry Mulligan, Anita O’Day, Chuck Berry, Dinah Washington, and closes with a beautiful rendition of “The Lord’s Prayer” by Mahalia Jackson […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Creem: America’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll Magazine”
A new documentary out now recalls the highs and lows of Creem magazine, founded in 1969 by Detroit record-shop owner Barry Kramer. “America’s Only Rock ‘N’ Roll Magazine,” was named after the English rock band Cream, a not-so-unintentional poke at the more widely respected rival Rolling Stone. Creem was an intentionally rude, foul-mouthed, hotel-room-trashing social […]
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Date Updated: FirstWorks Concert with Orlando Hernández Thursday Aug. 13th at Roger Williams Park
The Summer Beats pop-up concert series sponsored by FirstWorks at Roger Williams Park features live, socially distanced performances with local and international flavor. The final performer this summer is Orlando Hernández, an interdisciplinary performer who weaves theater, percussion, and improvisation into immersive experiences of collective rhythm and reflection. He’ll be moving to the smooth sounds of […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “She Dies Tomorrow”
She Dies Tomorrow, the new film from writer-director Amy Seimetz, begins by frustrating its audience. The first few minutes closely follow the protagonist, Amy (Kate Lynn Shell), as she unravels alone in her apartment. She wanders from room to room as if in a haze, playing Mozart’s “Lacrimosa” on endless repeat. She presses herself against […]
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Concert Photos: Gary Hoey Live Stream at the Narrows Center (8-7-20)
The Narrows Center for the Arts continues to stream live music every Friday night. Last night, guitarist Gary Hoey rocked the house and our photographer Rick Farrell was there to capture the magic. Next Friday, August 14, check out the Jim Robitaille Trio w/ special guest Dino Govoni, and on Friday, August 21, tune in […]
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“Jazz Together” and “Newport Jazz Revival Radio” Coming This Weekend
As you know by now, the Newport Jazz Festival will not be happening this weekend. However, the Festival does have some great programming on tap. On Saturday and Sunday, check out amazing sets from the Newport Jazz archives. Be sure to tune in on Saturday August 8 (7PM -11PM ET) and Sunday August 9 (2PM […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Marley”
An official re-release of the Bob Marley biopic Marley is cause for celebration. The film, originally released in 2012, is out on pay-per-view and in virtual screening rooms now. This look at the legendary reggae artist ranks among the best music documentaries ever made. Marley takes a comprehensive view of the singer’s life and […]
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Newport Historical Society to host a Civic Conversation on ‘The Truth in America Today’
Newport, RI – Join the Newport Historical Society for a Civic Conversation to discuss the topic “The Truth in America Today,” on Thursday, September 3, 2020, 5-6:30pm, virtually on Zoom. Continuing a series of conversations with the public on topics relevant to being an American citizen in 2020, this event will focus on The Truth […]
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FirstWorks Summer Beats Concert Series Continues August 6th with Sidy Maiga
A new Summer Beats pop-up concert series at Roger Williams Park features live, socially distanced performances with local and international flavor. A pillar of Rhode Island’s local music community, master Malian drummer Sidy Maiga has traveled the world sharing the insatiable rhythms of the djembe with enthusiastic audiences. Maiga combines the best of West African […]
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Newport Historical Society Museum & Shop is now holding open hours and is available by appointment
Newport, RI – The Newport Historical Society Museum & Shop inside the Brick Market at 127 Thames Street, Newport, RI, is now holding open hours and is available by appointment. The Museum & Shop will have open hours Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to […]
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Newport Health Equity Zone’s Arts & Culture Working Group issues call for Artists and Makers for Hope Tree Art Exhibition 2020
The Hope Tree Art Exhibition is an exhibition of artworks made by and for the North End communities, that will be on view in Miantonomi Park from August 15 – October 15, 2020. The Arts & Culture Working Group of the Newport Health Equity Zone invites individuals, families, groups and organizations who are based, live […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “The Rental”
Early responses to The Rental, the directorial debut of actor Dave Franco, have been interestingly divided. While movies often do better with general audiences than with critics, jaded as they are from seeing formulas endlessly redeployed, this one has inspired the opposite reaction. That might be the expectation for more experimental, arthouse films, but The […]
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Concert Photos: Anthony Geraci and Dennis Breenan at the Narrows Center (7-31-20)
Every Friday night, the Narrows Center for the Arts is presenting live stream concerts featuring top local and regional artists. Friday night, the stage was set for the Anthony Geraci Band with Dennis Breenan. Our photographer Rick Farrell was there to capture some photos of the evening. Future shows at the Narrows include Gary Hoey […]
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What’sUp at the Movies: We Review: “If You Could Read My Mind”
A new documentary on the life and music of Canadian musician Gordon Lightfoot offers a comprehensive take on the singer-songwriter. The film has just been released to “virtual screening” rooms including Newport’s Jane Pickens Theater here. It’s most definitely worthy of your attention. Best known for hits like “If You Could Read My Mind”, “Sundown”, […]
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Newport Art Museum to present Miniature World Making At-Home Workshop with Artist Sally Curcio
Newport, RI – Newport Art Museum invites makers of all ages to participate in an at-home Miniature World Making workshop with artist Sally Curcio. Miniature World Making is $30, or $25 for Museum members, and includes a kit complete with materials needed to build your own miniature world inspired by the work of Sally Curcio, along […]
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Newport Folk Festival Programming Streaming All Weekend
As you know by now, the Newport Folk Festival will not be happening this year. But don’t fret, the Festival has put together some special moments for this weekend. There are ticketed and free online events starting Friday at 11AM, when the Festival typically launches – details below. See you next year at the Fort! […]
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Newport Gallery Night returns on August 13
With Phase III continuing in RI, Newport Gallery Night will be hosting a larger August Newport Gallery Night on Thursday, August 13, 2020, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm featuring Beach Studios, Coastal Contemporary Gallery, DeBlois Gallery, and Jamestown Art Center. With the Newport summer in high gear, it’s the perfect time to experience the […]
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Showcase Cinemas Providence Place Reopening August 1st
Norwood, MA, July 28, 2020 – Showcase Cinemas, a world leader in the motion picture exhibition industry, announced today that it will reopen Showcase Cinemas Providence Place on Saturday, August 1. Showcase Cinemas will reopen under the company’s new “Be Showcase Safe” health and safety program. The program has been developed and certified with J.S. […]
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Newport Art Museum to present a series of Artist & Curator Virtual Talks
Newport, RI – Newport Art Museum today announced that they will host a summer series of four virtual Artist & Curator Talks on Wednesday afternoons, July 29 – August 19, 2020, at 4 pm. These engaging mid-week discussions will feature exhibiting artists, Senior Curator Francine Weiss, as well as other special guests. Talks are live […]
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Live Music Returning to Greenwich Odeum Saturday – Allysen Callery, Marc Von Em and Heather Rose Playing
After several successful movie showings over the past few weeks, the Greenwich Odeum is planning its first concert since Coronavirus closed the venue in March. Saturday night, it’s a facemask mandatory, socially distant evening featuring well known singer-songwriters, Allysen Callery, Marc Von Em and Heather Rose. With the pandemic on everyone’s mind, Odeum President Dan […]
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Jamestown Arts Center to host Outdoor Open Studio Tour and Drive-By-Art exhibition
Jamestown, RI – On Saturday, August 8th, Conanicut Island will have yet more outdoor art to explore. In collaboration with the Conanicut Island Art Association (CIAA) and the Jamestown Alliance for Artist Sustainability (JAAS), The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) is organizing an Artist’s Open Studio tour, reimagined this year as a socially-distanced Outdoor Open Studios […]
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newportFILM to host the first-ever drive and sail-in film screening at Fort Adams on July 30th
newportFILM last week announced that it is partnering with Dockwa, Sail Newport, Boys & Girls Club of Newport County, Fort Adams Trust, and Rhode Island State Parks to host its first-ever Drive & Sail-In film screening at Fort Adams on Thursday, July 30th, of the new documentary film Born Into The Gig. Born Into The Gig is […]
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Concert Recap and Photos: Peter Noone at the Misquamicut Drive-In (July 26, 2020)
Legendary Herman’s Hermits leader Peter Noone was energized Sunday night as he thrilled the crowd in a live show at the Misquamicut Drive-In. The COVID-safe outdoor event (with socially-distanced fans watching from cars and lawn chairs), featured Noone singing his well known songs, along with a few classic covers. Noting it was his first ever […]
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“Jazz is a Rainbow” Tribute to Aretha Franklin Streaming August 14th
Jazz is a Rainbow, now in its 17th year, is a unique ensemble of talented teens who perform some of America’s greatest songs from the Jazz Songbook. This year’s program, scheduled for August 14th, is dedicated to the one and only “Queen of Soul,” Aretha Franklin. The Providence based ensemble spends two weeks each summer rehearsing six […]
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What’sUp Interview: Newport Folk Musician Courtney Marie Andrews
Along with dozens of other artists, Courtney Marie Andrews had hoped to be performing live in this coming weekend at the Newport Folk Festival. Of course COVID-19 got in the way, but you can still see her play in a live stream, as part of the “Deer Tick and Friends” event happening Saturday at 8:30PM. […]
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Concert Photos: The Breakers at the Narrows Center (July 24, 2020)
As live music slowly returns to local venues, our concert coverage is beginning to ramp up. Last night, photographer Rick Farrell got a chance to see the popular Tom Petty tribute band, The Breakers, at the Narrows Center for the Arts. Although no fans were present, the band rocked the house jamming through Petty classics […]
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What’sUp at the Movies: We Review “First Cow”
From the opening minutes of First Cow, the latest film by American director Kelly Reichardt, nature has an enormous presence. The camera is as interested in capturing various trees, animals, and mushrooms as it is human faces, and with music used only sparingly, the natural world shapes much of the soundscape. The role it occupies […]
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Six Picks: Weekend Music Online and In Person – Gilman, Noone and AC-DC
We’re welcoming back our popular “Six Picks” column this weekend. We’re including some live local music from venues that are following state protocols. We encourage you to continue to do the same when you head out. As always, enjoy the music! Friday: Pump House Music in Wakefield has outdoor shows scheduled this weekend Friday and […]
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Newport Jazz Festival Announces Newport Jazz Revival 2020
George Wein, the 94 year old creator and founder of Newport Jazz Festival – one of the oldest and longest running music festivals in the world has announced a full slate of programming for what would have been 2020’s Newport Jazz Festival weekend. “I’d hoped to meet my many friends and fans at the Fort […]
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Newport Historical Society announces August Walking Tours
The Newport Historical Society’s walking tour program, Newport History Tours, continues a weekend tour schedule for August. Small group tours that explore the heart of colonial Newport will be offered on Fridays and Saturdays at 11am. Social distancing guidelines of maintaining six feet apart from members of their tour group that are outside of their […]
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Lowell Folk Festival to be Held Virtually July 24-26
The Lowell Folk Festival and its producing partners announced plans for Keeping the Tradition: A Virtual Celebration of the Lowell Folk Festival. Held in the streets of Lowell, MA for 33 years, the Lowell Folk Festival brings together tens of thousands of people in celebration of the richness of American culture and the unique spirit […]
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WhatsUp Interview: Peter Noone Coming to Misquamicut Drive-In Sunday July 26th
More than 55 years since his band Herman’s Hermits were part of the British Invasion that revolutionized popular music, Peter Noone is still connecting with his fans. Noone will be playing live at the Misquamicut Drive-In in Westerly on Sunday July 26th at 8:30PM. He is enthusiastic about getting back out on the road, socially […]
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Westerly’s Virtu Art Festival to return in late August
Westerly’s Virtu Art Festival, among the largest art festivals in the region, has now been scheduled for late August, after being postponed earlier because of the coronavirus. Lisa Konicki, president of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce, which sponsors the event, said the festival will comply with all coronavirus related regulations and will be held […]
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What’sUp at the Movies: We Review “The Old Guard”
The Old Guard, Netflix’s new action film from director Gina Prince-Blythewood, is in a constant state of conflict with itself. The premise— an immortal group of warriors from throughout history fighting to improve the world— clearly has potential, offering a number of creative ways to approach character, theme, and fight choreography. But, with franchise potential […]
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Music Streaming Online This Weekend (July 17-19) – Neutral Nation, Neal and Julie Rhodes
As the pandemic continues, we’ll continue listing some of the best local and national live streams here weekly. This week, we’ll headline with some local favorites. Stream on …. Friday: Local Blues/Rock legends Neal and the Vipers are live streaming from the Narrows Center at 8PM. Details here. Saturday: Julie Rhodes and the Electric Co. […]
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Island Moving Company to host a virtual gala on August 21
Island Moving Company (IMC), Newport’s resident, professional, contemporary ballet company announced plans today for its annual Nuit Blanche benefit to be reimagined as a virtual gala garden party like no other! The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, August 21 at 7:00pm. The Gala will run approximately 45 minutes and be made available […]
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Rhode Island Slave History Medallions to install medallion on Bowen’s Wharf
On Thursday, July 23rd, Rhode Island Slave History Medallions (RISHM) will be installing a medallion on Bowen’s Wharf, in partnership with Bowen’s Wharf Company. A small installation ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. near one of the wharf’s original historic buildings, formerly known as the Stevens Ship Chandlery (now Sail Loft), which is registered with the […]
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Steven Van Zandt to Host Live Stream Talk to Benefit “Teach Rock” Thursday July 16
Steven Van Zandt, a multi-platinum artist, producer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and founder of the Rock and Roll Forever Foundation and its TeachRock arts integration program, will be holding a series of living-room style talks with special musical and celebrity guests and education heroes from those cities discussing music, education, and national issues. Co-hosted by Drew Carey, […]
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Misquamicut Drive-In to Host Live Concert with Ghost of Paul Revere Wednesday July 15th
With the concert industry slowed significantly by the COVID-19 crisis, artists, venues and promoters are getting creative. Once considered near-obsolete, drive-in theaters are making a comeback, showing movies and more recently, music. One of Rhode Island’s two remaining drive-in’s, the Misquamicut Drive-In in Westerly, is putting on a series of concerts in addition to the […]
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Island Moving Company on the move again this summer
By Island Moving Company Island Moving Company (IMC), the uniquely accessible, contemporary ballet company and its professional school, The Newport Academy of Ballet begin a safe, gradual re-opening process, in accordance of the RI Department of Health & CDC guidelines, with the goal of offering new performance programing and expanded virtual content, with a phased approach […]
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Grammy Winner Lori McKenna to Launch New Album in LiveStream July 24th
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Lori McKenna will perform a special acoustic livestream concert on Friday, July 24 at 8PM from her hometown venue, Club Passim, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Available to stream via the venue’s Facebook and YouTube pages, the event will feature McKenna performing songs from her highly anticipated new album, The Balladeer […]
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What’sUp at the Movies: We Review “Palm Springs”
As a movie featuring a time loop, it’s inevitable that every review of Palm Springs, which released on Hulu today after premiering at Sundance back in January, will compare it to Groundhog Day— avid readers of film criticism might feel like they’ve slipped into a time loop themselves, or at least an echo chamber. Despite […]
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Music Streaming Online This Weekend – Margo, Elton and Moe. (July 10-12)
Check out some streaming shows coming this weekend! Friday: Margo Price will be celebrating the release of her new album “That’s How Rumors Get Started” live from Dees Country Lounge in Nashville at 8PM. Details here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVbYyUu8uEg Friday: Tyler Childers is replaying “A Concert a Day” from Pickathon at 4PM. Details here. Friday: Moe. will […]
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Aquidneck Community Table serves up a challenge grant
An exciting opportunity to expand access to locally-grown food is on the table, that is, through Aquidneck Community Table (ACT), a known leader in the local food marketplace. A generous challenge grant from an anonymous donor stipulates that every gift made before August 15, 2020, will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $25,000. ACT […]
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Newport Folk Festival announces ‘Folk On Revival Weekend’ July 31 – Aug 2
By Grandstand Media on behalf of Newport Festival This year’s Newport Folk Festival – one of the oldest and longest-running music festivals in the world, will not happen in person. Since fans can’t be together at the Fort, Newport Folk is bringing the music to you with radio broadcasts from over 60 years of archived sets, webcast […]
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FirstWorks to Offer Virtual Summer Camps in Dance and Theatre
As part of their continued commitment to the arts and in an effort to provide summer learning to youth throughout the state, FirstWorks is offering two virtual summer camp options for students in Rhode Island public schools. Registration is required. Virtual Dance Camp: July 20-24, 2020, 10:00-11:30AM online. (Grades 3-8) Summer Moves Dance Camp includes […]
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Building hours and services resume in a limited capacity at Tiverton and Union Public Libraries
Services have resumed in a limited capacity at the Tiverton and Union Public Libraries after a 3-month closure due to the COVID-19 crisis, Tiverton Library announced this week. Patrons may now browse in a limited area, use public computers, and request items from other libraries in the Ocean State Libraries consortium. All patrons must wear […]
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Island Moving Company to host watch-party on July 10
Island Moving Company (IMC), Newport’s classically trained, uniquely accessible, contemporary ballet company presents its second monthly watch-party this Friday, July 10th, at 7:00pm on FaceBook Live. Future episodes are planned for the second Friday of each month at 7pm August 14th, September 11th and October 9th. The broadcast will be hosted by IMC’s Artistic Director […]
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Newport resident releases her first memoir, ‘The Language of Time’
Newport, RI – Newport resident Ashley Bendiksen this week announced the release of her debut first memoir, The Language of Time. The book is described as a powerful, moving, and honest account of one daughter’s sudden and unplanned journey as a caregiver. It combines journal entries, transcribed conversations, and vivid storytelling that will make you […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Nobody Knows I’m Here”
Despite its Chilean setting and origin, director Gaspar Antillo’s debut film Nobody Knows I’m Here (Nadie Sabe Que Estoy Aquí in the original Spanish) features a face American audiences will recognize: actor Jorge Garcia, who played Hurley in the 2000’s TV show Lost, stars as Memo, an ex-singer living on a secluded island in southern […]
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Music Streaming Online This Weekend (July 3-5) – Lucius, Elton, and “Rock for Relief”
Friday: Elton John begins streaming his “Classic Concert Series” at Noon today with a vintage show from 1976 in Edinburgh, UK. The stream benefits the Elton John AIDS Foundation’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund. Details here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGmSx01JL7U Friday: Lucius is featured at 4PM on “A Concert a Day” recorded live at Pickathon 2019. Details here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKH0-dV4n9k Friday: […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “John Lewis: Good Trouble”
John Lewis has some advice for you… “Get into trouble, good trouble,” he recommends. The 80-year-old Congressman and longtime Civil Rights advocate from Atlanta, GA is the subject of a new documentary, John Lewis: Good Trouble. The film opens in the virtual screening room of the Jane Pickens Theatre Friday July 3rd (Details here). The […]
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Greenwich Odeum Reopening with Screenings of JAWS Weekend of July 10th
EAST GREENWICH, RI —After being dark since March 13th due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Greenwich Odeum will once again open its doors to the public on the weekend of July 10 with multiple limited capacity screenings of the classic summer blockbuster JAWS. In order to ensure the safety of patrons, volunteers, staff, artists and community, the […]
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Newport Gallery Night returns on July 9
With the Phase III reopening in RI, Newport Gallery Nighttoday announced that they will be hosting a larger July Newport Gallery Night on Thursday, July 9, 2020, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm featuring Beach Studios, Coastal Contemporary Gallery, DeBlois Gallery, and Jamestown Art Center. With the Newport summer kicking into high gear, it’s the […]
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Newport Art Museum will reopen to visitors on July 2
Newport Art Museum will be reopening its doors to public visitors on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Due to the coronavirus, the Museum temporarily closed to the public on March 16. In a press release, the Museum writes that they will follow all state guidance on cleaning, screening employees and visitors for COVID-19 symptoms, mask-wearing, social […]
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Showcase Cinemas re-opening Friday, July 3
By Showcase Cinemas Norwood, MA, – Showcase Cinemas, a world leader in the motion picture exhibition industry, announced today that it will reopen Showcase Cinemas Warwick (Quaker Lane) on Friday, July 3. Showcase Cinemas will reopen under the company’s new “Be Showcase Safe” health and safety program. The program has been developed and certified with […]
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Concert Recap and Photos – Ryan Montbleau at Zeiterion Drive-In
On Friday, June 26, 2020, Ryan Montbleau played his first live performance in more than three months in a parking lot in New Bedford, MA. The drive-in show was hosted by the Zeiterion Theatre of New Bedford as part of their drive-in summer series. Attendees in more than 70 cars were invited to enjoy the […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “The Story of Fire Saga”
One of the earliest scenes in Will Ferrell’s newest movie, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga, encapsulates both its greatest strength and its greatest weakness: Ferrell and Rachel McAdams, as their Icelandic characters Lars and Sigrit, perform in an overly dramatic music video for their song, “Volcano Man.” For viewers unfamiliar with Eurovision, […]
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Music Streaming Online This Weekend (June 26-28) – James Montgomery, Black Power Live and Porch Pride
Friday: A new concert series developed by local music leaders Tish Adams and Sam Kopper is streaming live Friday at 5PM. This week, check out James Montgomery and Friends performing as part of the “Music Seen” series. The show streams at 5PM here. All Weekend: Bluegrass Pride is hosting a special “Porch Pride” event this […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Ella Fitzgerald: Just One Of Those Things”
How did a young woman labeled an “ungovernable, shaggy street kid” become the “First Lady of Song?” A new documentary on the life and music of Ella Fitzgerald does an outstanding job answering that question. The film is being released this week on pay-per-view, and is available Friday though the virtual screening room at the […]
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Island Moving Company, Russel Morin Catering partner up for live-streaming watch parties
By Island Moving Company Newport, RI – Island Moving Company (IMC), Newport’s classically trained, uniquely accessible, contemporary ballet company presents a live-streamed watch party in partnership with Russell Morin Catering & Events. The new monthly series premieres this Friday, June 26th, from 7:00-7:30pm on FaceBook Live, and will occur on the second Friday of each […]
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Tiverton Public Library continues Virtual Adult Programs
The following is a list of upcoming library programs that adults can enjoy safely from home via the Tiverton Public Library. Now Through Saturday, August 15th Adult Summer Library Experience Imagine all of the things you can enjoy this summer, both inside and outside the library! Patrons ages 18 and older can participate in our […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Shirley King
Being the blues singing daughter of B.B. King has earned Shirley King the title “Daughter of the Blues,” but she is an outstanding singer and performer in her own right. King will join WUN’s Ryan Belmore and Frank Prosnitz at 3 pm on Tuesday, June 23rd to talk about her new album”Blues For A King”, […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “Babyteeth”
In Babyteeth, the feature-film debut of director Shannon Murphy, chaos and order exist as complements instead of opposites. The events of the story are not strung together with conventional clarity, but the repeated use of section titles insists there is intentionality in their structuring. Characters often make odd, spontaneous choices, but they do so in […]
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Outdoors Arts Experience exhibition to open at Jamestown Arts Center on June 27th
Two years in the making, the Outdoor Arts Experience will be officially ready to receive visitors on June 27, 2020. “By Saturday, June 27th, all artworks will be fully installed and labeled,” reports Molly Dickinson, Project Manager. “While you may have seen us out and about town working on the installations all week, by Saturday […]
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Music Streaming Online This Weekend (June 19-21) – Lockn’ Festival, Dead & Co. and More
All Weekend: “Light from Lockn'” is a streaming Festival with dozens of artist streams and vintage performances all weekend long. Performers include The Allman Brothers, Grace Potter, Charles Bradley and Margo Price. Details here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vABn53YCGbM Friday: Kaia Kater has a concert replay from 2017 on Pickathon’s “A Concert a Day” at 3PM. Details here. Friday: […]
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Band on the Run: Crooked Coast Takes to the Highway for COVID Safe Gig
Many local bands, eager to play to live audiences, are getting creative. One innovative idea – if fans can’t get out to hear you play, you bring the concert to them. And that’s what one popular Cape Cod-based band did a few weeks back. “My wife actually came up with the idea of bringing the […]
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Newport Folk and Levon Helm Studios to Present “Levon 80” Webcast Thursday June 18th
Since they can’t throw the previously scheduled Levon Helm 80th birthday celebration at Fort Adams this summer, the Newport Folk Festival has teamed up with Levon Helm Studios to host a livestream fundraiser at 8:30PM on June 18th. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AX0f9t9OwMM Performers include Phil Lesh, Mavis Staples, Margo Price, Dawes, Son Little, War and Treaty and the […]
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PPAC Announces Re-Scheduling of “Jesus Christ Superstar” to August, 2021
Providence, RI – The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announced today that JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will now be presented Tuesday, August 24 – Sunday, August 29, 2021. This production was originally scheduled for March 31 – April 5, 2020, but was then postponed to September 15 – 20, 2020; the show will now be presented in August 2021.Tickets for the August 2021 engagement of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR are […]
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Local Scouts to discuss American culture and race in virtual class
The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America are hosting a virtual American Cultures Merit Badge course, to be taught by Dorca Paulino, Diversity Director for the Rhode Island Judiciary. Paulino has served as the R.I. Judiciary’s first Diversity Director since her appointment in May of 2017. Her main goal is to diversify the judiciary’s applicant pool by bringing […]
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review Spike Lee’s “Da 5 Bloods”
It’s clear that Da 5 Bloods, Spike Lee’s latest film and his first for Netflix, was always intended to feel relevant. Much like in his previous film, BlacKkKlansman, Lee uses Brechtian techniques to keep today’s politics in our minds as the drama unfolds, though the present-day setting makes that a little easier this time— it’s […]