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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 – […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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, […]
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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 […]