Indecent, a Tony Award-winning play by Paula Vogel, is returning to the Wilbury Theatre in Providence beginning Wednesday, November 30th. The highly acclaimed production has been described as “truly magical and undeniably unforgettable” by Broadway World and “a powerful indictment of oppression and censorship” by Edge Media. For the Wilbury, Indecent has been one of […]
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Wilbury Theatre Group presents FringePVD: Providence Fringe Festival running July 16-29
PROVIDENCE, RI – The schedule of events has been announced for the 10th Annual FringePVD: The Providence Fringe Festival® presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group July 16 – 29, 2023 in venues throughout the Valley neighborhood of Providence, including: WaterFire Arts Center, the Steel Yard, ALCO, Farm Fresh RI, Lost Valley Pizza + Revival Brewing, Binch […]
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‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (May 26-29)
Memorial Day Weekend serves as the unofficial start of the summer season in these parts, and we’re excited to begin that season with a good forecast and some family-friendly events. Check out Memorial Day parades happening throughout the region (check your local listings), and a few more fun events happening this weekend in our column […]
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What’s Up Interview: ‘Goodnight, Sweetheart Goodnight’ playwright Darcie Dennigan and composer Niki Healy
A new musical, Goodnight Sweetheart, Goodnight makes its world premiere at the Waterfire Arts Center in Providence on Thursday, May 25. Presented by the Wilbury Theatre Group, the play tells the story of Artemisia Gentileschi, considered one of the greatest artists of the Baroque period. Getileschi is known for her work featuring strong, heroic women, […]
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‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (Feb. 17-20)
President’s Day Weekend is upon us and the continued warmer-than-normal weather means it’s time to get out and enjoy! Here are a few of the best events happening around the region this weekend. All Weekend: Newport Winter Festival has dozens of events for kids, adults, families, and more. There’s music including the Jimmy Buffet tribute […]
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‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (Feb 10-12)
Rumor has it there is a football game Sunday, and many of you will be celebrating the great American pastime that is Super Bowl Sunday. (Where’s that petition to make Monday a national holiday?) But there’s a lot more going on this weekend, we detail a few favorites below in “Six Picks Events.” All Weekend: […]
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Six Picks Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (May 20-22)
A warm and sunny weekend is forecast for the region – no excuses not to get out and safely have some fun. Here are “Six Picks” for the upcoming weekend around Rhode Island. All Weekend: Blue Man Group returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center for what promises to be a high-energy show full of […]
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Fire Flowers and a Time Machine streaming from Wilbury Theatre Dec. 16-Jan. 1
PROVIDENCE, RI (November 16, 2021) – Wilbury Theatre Group presents a new virtual iteration of Shey Rivera Ríos’ Fire Flowers and a Time Machine (Flores de Fuego y una Máquina del Tiempo) streaming December 16 through January 1. Spotlighting 34 artists, the experience reimagines the original production in a virtual space, with artists embodying Ancestors or Descendants who share […]
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“The Historical Fantasy of Esek Hopkins” dance opera coming to Providence
PROVIDENCE, RI (August 17, 2021) – The Haus of Glitter Dance Company presents The Historical Fantasy of Esek Hopkins – an original activist dance opera that reimagines the narrative of Esek Hopkins and rehearses the future for our community, the future of public space, and the future we will leave behind. The cast for this community workshop performance features […]
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Wilbury Theatre Group announces move to Waterfire Arts Center
PROVIDENCE, RI (June 29, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group announces their move to WaterFire Arts Center, creating a new theatrical home and an exciting performance venue for Providence and beyond. The re-imagined Wilbury Theatre at WaterFire Arts Center will open in late Fall 2021, but outdoor and virtual programming are already in place. Productions […]
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Wilbury Theatre Group to present the world premiere of “Dolores Goes to Poetry City”
PROVIDENCE, RI (May 25, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group presents the World Premiere of Dolores Goes to Poetry City by Darcie Dennigan, based on the poetry of Farnoosh Fathi. The performance runs June 10 – 20 outdoors at WaterFire Arts Center. For tickets and more information, visit thewilburygroup.org/poetry-city The impish gardens of Farnoosh Fathi’s poems inhabit an absurd and musical life in Dolores Goes […]
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What’s Up Interview: Director Don Mays of “God Talks to an Agnostic”
A unique collaboration between the Wilbury Theatre Group, AFRI Productions, and The Public’s Radio is getting outstanding reviews. “God Talk to an Agnostic” is a new project from noted RI filmmaker Don Mays. This show is not a film, however, it’s a 12-part audio play, running every Sunday at 3PM on The Public’s Radio and […]
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Wilbury Group & Becci Davis VR experience “Whose Name was Writ in Water” opening April 30th
PROVIDENCE, RI (April 19, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group presents Whose Name Was Writ in Water, a 360˚ Virtual Experience by Becci Davis, from April 30 – May 15. This three-part performance explores the notion that nature bears witness to history and that water holds the secrets to lost narratives of the past and documents the events of the present for future […]
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Wilbury Theatre announces in-person performances of “Krapp’s Last Tape”
PROVIDENCE, RI (March 29, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces a limited run of Krapp’s Last Tape – Samuel Beckett’s lauded one-act play about the effects of time and loneliness, and the longing for past glories. Performances run for limited audiences in the Main Hall at the WaterFire Arts Center April 9-25, 2021. […]
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The Wilbury Theatre Group to present “God Talks to An Agnostic”
PROVIDENCE, RI (March 17, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group proudly announces the release of God Talks to An Agnostic – a twelve-part audio drama written, directed and featuring Don Mays, in collaboration with AFRI Productions and The Public’s Radio. Episodes will premiere on Sundays at 3pm on The Public’s Radio WNPN 89.3FM, beginning March 21 and be available, next-day, on all […]
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Providence Fringe Festival returns July 18 – 24
The Wilbury Theatre Group in collaboration with WaterFire Providence announced today that FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival will return July 18 – 24. FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival is produced by The Wilbury Theatre Group. Their year-round staff and creative teams serve in official capacities for the Festival alongside part-time Fringe-only staff, volunteers, and collaborators. “After last year’s […]
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Wilbury Theatre’s “Capture the Block” Streaming Free Feb. 21
PROVIDENCE, RI (February 8, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group has proudly been commissioned by the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities to participate in Culture is Key, an initiative to “understand, test, and evaluate the role of cultural participation on our state’s civic health.” Working in collaboration with journalist Ana González of The Public’s […]
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Wilbury Theatre to Present World Premiere of “The Race” Opening Jan. 15
PROVIDENCE, RI (January 12, 2021) – The Wilbury Theatre Group presents the world premiere of The Race by Mark Binder, directed by Brien Lang. This challenging new play, done in an emerging new performance medium, examines the common, and sometimes uncommon, obstacles of a high-pressure corporate interview dance in the Zoom era. Performances will be […]
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What’s Up Interview: Josh Short of Wilbury Theatre Starring in “Constellations” Dec. 3-19th
It’s no secret that COVID-19 has presented serious setbacks to those who work in the arts. Venues have shuttered, layoffs are widespread, and despair has seized the local arts community. At the same time, many actors, musicians, and artists have developed strategies to adapt to the shifting environment. Many arts venues have pivoted toward outdoor […]
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Wilbury Theatre Group and WaterFire Providence to Present Nick Payne’s “Constellations” Outdoors Dec. 3-19
PROVIDENCE, RI (November 19, 2020) – The Wilbury Theatre Group and WaterFire Providence presents a special outdoor, COVID-safe return engagement of Constellations by Nick Payne, December 3 – 19. Performed outdoors, under the stars, this is a remarkable way to experience the cosmic production that Motif Magazine calls, “An enjoyable, profound, thoughtful and intriguing exploration of, […]
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Wilbury Theatre Group to Present “Our Story, Our Song” November 5-7
Join collaborators Christopher Johnson and Big Luxe for an evening of stories, poetry, and music outdoors at the Waterfire Arts Center for three performances only, November 5-7. About the Artists Christopher Johnson is an artist and educator based in Providence, RI. His passion for performance art began with winning numerous awards as a Slam Poet. Christopher’s work has […]