The JPT Film & Event Center (The JPT) is kicking off a series of National Theater Live screenings on Wednesday, March 20, by bringing back the radical new version of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, starring Andrew Scott from the British comedy-drama series Fleabag. Filmed live during its sold-out run in London’s West End, Vanya will play exclusively in cinemas in 2024. National Theater Live brings […]
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‘Second Time Around’ opens at the Jamestown Arts Center
A group of 27 artists reimagines past objects, ideas, and practices in Second Time Around, opening March 22 at the Jamestown Arts Center (JAC). The exhibition was born out of a course at the University of Rhode Island in the Fall of 2023 and is curated by Professor Erin L. McCutcheon, PhD, and the Advanced Art History students in her […]
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Save the Bay cuts the ribbon on the new Hamilton Family Aquarium
Newport’s newest family attraction, Save the Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium, was unveiled earlier today in a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by aquarium staff, state and local dignitaries, invited guests, and enthusiastic students from Thompson Middle School. Hamilton Family Charitable Trust President Chekemma J. Fulmore-Townsend officially cut the ribbon alongside Save the Bay Executive Director Topher Hamblett, […]
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Forum Lodge to host annual Gaelic and Garlic Dinner on March 25
The annual Gaelic and Garlic Dinner will be held at Vasco da Gama Hall on March 25. Sponsored by Forum Lodge, the event celebrates Irish and Italian Heritage in memory of Ralph J. Gizzi. The $30 per person dinner will feature corned beef and potatoes, pasta and sausage, and Irish and Italian desserts. A cash […]
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The JPT will host a Mamma Mia! Disco Party on March 19
The Jane Pickens Theater (The JPT) is hosting a Mama Mia! concert and screening with Little Chateau, a local Newport shop, on Tuesday, March 19. One of the most beloved musicals of all time, Mama Mia! follows Sophie, who—as she is about to marry—discovers through an old diary of her mother that any one of three men could be her […]
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Salve Regina University presents their 2024 French Film Festival
On March 17, Salve Regina University presents their 2024 French Film Festival at the Bazarsky Lecture Hall. For just over two weeks (the festival runs until April 2), the university will showcase six films, from classic cinema to contemporary masterpieces, and all of which showcase a wide range of genre and different francophone auteurs. The […]
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Smokey Robinson to perform at Providence Performing Arts Center in April 2024
Smokey Robinson will be taking the stage at the Providence Performing Arts Center on April 13th, 2024. His concert, named Soulfully Yours, will be his first at PPAC. Tickets to the concert are on sale now, and can be purchased by clicking here. Robinson is a legendary singer, songwriter, and producer who has spanned over […]
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Newport Irish History lecture on March 20 will focus on ‘The Great Cutter Race of 1905’
By The Museum of Newport Irish History The Museum of Newport Irish History announces the fifth and final presentation of its 22nd Annual Lecture Series, to be presented at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, at the Wyndham Newport Hotel, 240 Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown, and live-streamed via Zoom. The lecture is made possible by a […]
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Rhode Island Historical Cemetery Awareness and Preservation Weeks to take place in April
The Rhode Island Historical Cemetery Awareness and Preservation Weeks starts this April and will include numerous events for people of all ages. The weeks-long festival is meant to draw attention to the state’s historic cemeteries and the importance of preserving them. One of the festival’s main goals is to encourage volunteering opportunities for people to […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this Weekend: March 15 – 17
Discover all that’s happening and new, and do this Newport St. Patrick’s Parade Weekend! Friday, March 15 Things To Do Newport Irish Heritage Month 9:30 am: Baby Playtime at Newport Public Library 3 pm: Aloha Couples Retreat Tasting at Recharge Newport 4 pm: AOH Pipes & Drums, AOH Men’s Singers to perform at Midtown Oyster […]
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What’s Up Interview: Jim McCarty, drummer in The Yardbirds, band playing Narrows Center March 21
He’s set the beat for some of the all-time greats – Clapton, Beck, and Page – all once members of the pioneering 60s British Invasion band The Yardbirds. The blues/rock band may be best remembered for its guitarists, but Yardbirds co-founder and drummer Jim McCarty, one of the driving forces responsible for the band’s distinctive […]
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Middletown hosting Annual Easter Egg Hunt postponed to March 30
Update March 22, 2024 With rain expected all day Saturday, the Middletown Egg Hunt has been postponed. The make-up date for the event is now Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to noon. Original Story March 13, 2024 The Town of Middletown’s Outreach Department will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23, […]
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Providence Performing Arts Center announces 2024-25 Broadway season
Providence, RI – J.L. “Lynn” Singleton, President and CEO of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), and Joseph W. Walsh, Esq., Chairman of PPAC’s Board of Directors, unveiled PPAC’s 2024/2025 Broadway Season at a press conference in the theatre’s Grand Lobby. PPAC 2024-25 Season Announcement (Photo: Ken Abrams)PPAC 2024-25 Season Announcement (Photo: Ken Abrams)PPAC 2024-25 Season […]
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Tiverton to host solar eclipse presentation
The Tiverton Public Library is preparing for an upcoming free event that will feature a presentation on the upcoming solar eclipse. The free event will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, at the library at 34 Roosevelt Avenue in Tiverton. The presentation will be given by Francine Jackson, Staff Astronomer at the […]
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Nas to perform with Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra at Providence Performing Arts Center
Poet and rhyme-master Nas is coming to the Providence Performing Arts Center on July 20. Nas will take the stage at 8 p.m., joined by the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets for the concert, titled “Nas with the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra,” will go on sale at the PPAC Box Office on Wednesday, March 20th, […]
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Jake Shimabukuro is coming to The JPT Film & Event Center
Spectacle Live today announced that they will present Jake Shimabukuro at The Jane Pickens Theater Film & Event Center (The JPT) on Saturday, June 15, at 8 pm. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 am at JanePickens.com or by calling 1-800-657-8774. By now, if you know the ‘ukulele, you might know the name, the innovator who […]
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Ticket Giveaway: Rising star Jax Hollow playing the Jamestown Arts Center Saturday, March 16
Rising Nashville star Jax Hollow is playing the Jamestown Arts Center on Saturday, March 16, and we’ve got a pair of tickets to give away to the show courtesy of Newport Live. To enter, e-mail Ken Abrams at mrabrams11@gmail.com with “Jax Hollow” in the subject line by 5 PM on Thursday, March 14. The winner […]
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Guide: What’s Happening at Newport’s bars and restaurants on Saint Patrick’s Parade Day
The 68th Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be held, rain, snow, or shine, on Saturday, March 16, 2024. The Parade will begin promptly at 11:00 am in front of Newport City Hall and will proceed to Carroll Avenue at Saint Augustin’s Church. The parade this year is estimated to last 2 hours and […]
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AOH Pipes & Drums, AOH Men’s Singers to perform at Midtown Oyster Bar on March 15
Join What’sUpNewp from 4 pm to 6 pm on Friday, March 15, the eve of the 2024 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, at Midtown Oyster Bar for our 7th Annual St. Patrick’s Parade Day Celebration! Once again, the celebration features a performance by the Ancient Order of Hibernian’s (AOH) Pipes & Drums and AOH Men’s Singers. For those of […]
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Newport Contemporary Ballet to present ‘Shifting Light’
Newport Contemporary Ballet’s spring repertory performance, Shifting Light, includes a strikingly diverse program with work ranging from beautiful, neo-classical ballet to powerful contemporary dance. Shifting Light includes four world premiere works by choreographers Kristopher Estes-Brown, Caroline Dahm, Janice Rosario, and NCB’s Artistic Director, Danielle Genest. Shifting Light will also include continued participation in the national Arpino Centennial Celebration to […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport: March 8 – 10
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10. Friday, March 8 Things To Do 10 am: A is for Art at Newport Public Library 2 pm: Film Series – 2024 Oscar Nominees at Newport Public Library 3 pm: Aloha Couples […]
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Newport Contemporary Ballet will present ‘Are the Crayons Quitting?’
Newport Contemporary Ballet presents: Are the Crayons Quitting? Adapted from The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. Returning by popular demand, Are The Crayons Quitting? – based on bestselling author Drew Daywalt’s book, The Day The Crayons Quit! This original adaptation includes Rhode Island artists, composers, and designers who collaborated with Artistic Director Danielle Genest to bring […]
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Arts Around the Fire to feature Christine Cocca of the Jamestown Arts Center
The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County’s next networking event, Arts Around the Fire, will be held on Wednesday, March 20, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Stoneacre Brasserie, 28 Washington Square, in Newport. This free event is open to the public and no reservations are required. The Alliance’s guest will be Christine Cocca, the new Executive Director of the Jamestown Arts Center. […]
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Newport Classical will host two spring community concerts
Newport Classical presents two spring Community Concerts featuring Empire Wild on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 2:30 pm at Newport Craft Brewing (293 JT Connell Highway) and Invoke on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 2:30 pm at Miantonomi Memorial Park (120 Hillside Ave). Audiences can look forward to these casual, engaging, and welcoming concerts – […]
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Tiverton Public Library announces new ‘Art House Movie Nights’ series
The Tiverton Public Library has announced its new series of Art House Movie Nights, featuring a selection of contemporary feature films and documentaries. The free event will take place on the third Tuesday of every month, at 5:30 pm, at the library branch at 34 Roosevelt Avenue in Tiverton. The film for the first night […]