FEBRUARY 27 – MARCH 4
JANUARY 30 –FEBRUARY 4
CALENDAR
FEBRUARY
Jan 30 – Feb 4
On Your Feet! The Emilio & Gloria Estefan Musical
Feb 1
At The VETS: ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA at 7:30P
Feb 8
Downtown Showdown at 6:30P
Feb 9
Sebastian Maniscalco: Stay Hungry Tour at 7P & 9:30P (EXTREMELY limited ticket availability to both performances)
Feb 9 – 11
At The VETS: Festival Ballet Providence Presents Director’s Choice
Feb 10 – 11
Shen Yun
Feb 18
At The VETS: Chefs: The Sizzling Kitchen Showdown at 7P
Feb 22
At The VETS: FirstWorks Presents: American Rhapsody: The Gershwin Songbook at 7:30P
Feb 27 – March 4
Beautiful – The Carole King Musical
Q-SHEET
BOX OFFICE / ONLINE
Phone (401) 421-ARTS (2787) Email patron_feedback@ppacri.org
Fax (401) 351-7827 Regular Box Office Hours M – F, 10A – 5P; Sat, 10A – 2P and two hours prior to all curtain times on show dates. Please call to check on-site hours for The VETS Box Office. Visit ppacri.org or thevetsri.com for additional information and to order tickets.
ADMINISTRATION
Phone (401) 421-2997
Email info@ppacri.org
Fax (401) 421-5767
Hours M-F, 9A-6P
DIRECT RESPONSE
Phone (401) 574-3136
Email direct@ppacri.org
Fax (401) 421-5767
Hours M-F, 9A-5P
DIRECTIONS TO PPAC
From points north: take 95S to the Atwells Ave exit 21. Go straight through 4 traffic lights and turn left at the 5th traffic light onto Broad St, which becomes Weybosset St. From points south (take 95N to Point St exit 20) and from points east (take 195W to Point St exit 1A): proceed straight at the traffic light at end of exit onto E Franklin St. At Broad St, turn right at the light (Broad St becomes Weybosset St). PPAC will be on the right side of Weybosset. From Worcester/Western Massachusetts: Take 90E to exit 10A (Worcester/Providence, Route 146/20), which will lead to Route 146S (Providence). Take Route 146S and merge onto 95S in Providence. Then, follow directions for “from points north.”
RECOMMENDED ATTIRE smart casual clothing
BE SAFE, BE SMART!
PPAC is your only official ticketing source for tickets to a PPAC/The VETS performance. For more information, please visit www.ppacri.org or www.thevetsri.com
PATRON SAFETY NOTICE:
PPAC requests that all guests arrive as early as possible and bring minimal personal belongings to the Theatre. Guests entering PPAC are subject to search at the discretion of management, which may include pat down or scan by metal detector wands. All bags are subject to search; bags that pass inspection must fit comfortably under a guest’s seat. Laptops, briefcases, suitcases, and outside food and beverages are not allowed in the building. Any items confiscated will not be returned. PPAC does not provide an area to check bags, coats, or any personal belongings. Please note that a Providence Police detail is on site at all PPAC events. PPAC management reserves the right to change their security policy or implement any security measures required for any performance without advance notice.
call the Box Office at (401) 421-ARTS (2787).
Phone (401) 574-3162
Email phiatt@ppacri.org
Fax (401) 421-5767
Hours M-F, 9A-5P
LATE ARRIVALS POLICY
Please be sure to leave yourself adequate time for travel and parking so you may be in your seats before curtain time. Touring shows mandate that we hold latecomers in the lobby until an appropriate moment in the performance before seating them (sometimes as long as 20 minutes) in order to minimize disruption to other audience members.
GIFT CARDS are available in any denomination when purchasing by phone at (401) 421-ARTS (2787) or at the Box Office window. Only specific denominations are offered online at ppacri.org (i.e. $25, $50, $75, etc.). Gift card sleeve includes special complimentary offerings from Gracie's Restaurant and Ellie's Bakery, both located in downtown Providence.
The Providence Performing Arts Center is a smoke-free facility. Patrons who wish to smoke may do so outside under the marquee at scheduled intermissions. The use of E-Cigarettes is also not permitted inside the theatre.
ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE NOW
Applications for ARTS Scholarships 2018, sponsored by The Textron Charitable Trust and PPAC Annual Fund donors with support from Ocean State Charities Trust, are now available at http://bit.ly/2mLDyNe and in person at the PPAC Administrative Office at 220 Weybosset Street, 2nd Floor, Monday through Friday, 9A to 6P.
The ARTS Scholarships program provides 30 scholarships valued up to $500 each to qualified, talented Rhode Island students. These scholarships give young artists the opportunity to attend local, summer arts education programs that will broaden their experiences in a chosen area of study. Applicants must be between the ages of 11 and 14 by June 1, 2018.
ARTS Scholarships 2018 applications are due by 3P on Friday, March 2. For questions or further information, contact Cynthia Goldsmith at (401) 574-3105.
SIX MONTHS OUT
MARCH
Deadline for ARTS Scholarships Applications Friday, March 2 at 3P
An American in Paris March 13 – 18
Jay Leno with opening act Hawkward Thursday, March 22 at 7:30P
BOARD of DIRECTORS
Joseph W. Walsh, Esq. – Chairman; Mark T. Ryan, Esq. – First Vice Chairman; Thomas A. Tanury Richard L. Bready, Gabriella DiGiacinto Caprio, Darren Corrente, Esq., Jason M. DaPonte, Richard E. (Ex-Officio)*, Cynthia Laughlin, Barbara S. Lavine, E. Robert Lupone, Paul A. MacDonald, Robin L. Main, (Ex-Officio), The Hon. Jack Reed (Ex-Officio)*, Thomas J. Rossi, David Salit, Stephen Shechtman, Esq., *Director Representatives: Theresa M. Agonia (The Hon. Jorge O. Elorza), Seth Klaiman (The Hon. James
An American in Paris Touring Company. Photo by Matthew Murphy.
APRIL
Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience
Friday, April 6 at 7:30P
Celtic Woman: Homecoming Tour
Sunday, April 8 at 3P
Tony Bennett in Concert with special guest Antonia Bennett Wednesday, April 11 at 7:30P
Joe Bonamassa Thursday, April 26 at 8P
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone™ - In Concert Featuring the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra Saturday, April 28 at 2P & 8P
MAY
Jackson Browne Wednesday, May 9 at 7:30P
Annual Gala: Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget For the Rest of Your Life Featuring The Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko Saturday, April 14 at 7P
For Gala tickets, please contact Donna Santos at dsantos@ppacri.org – Gala tickets include premium seating, parking spot, and postperformance party at the Theatre.
Brian Regan Thursday, May 10 at 7:30P
JULY & AUGUST
Dan & PhilInteractive Introverts Friday, July 20 at 7:30P
Something Rotten! May 15 – 20
Yanni: 25th Anniversary of Live at the Acropolis Saturday, August 4 at 8P
Tanury – Second Vice Chairman; Ellen Barnes – Secretary; Lowell W. Kinch – Treasurer DiChiaro, The Hon. Jorge O. Elorza (Ex-Officio)*, Thomas P. Fay, Gary E. Furtado, Ari Gabinet, Janet Hasson, The Hon. James R. Langevin Main, Esq., Rick Metters, Terrence P. Moran, George H. Nee, Gary M. Penfield, Lawrence E. Purtill, Jo-Ann Ragosta, The Hon. Gina M. Raimondo Esq., Robert Stoico, Donald R. Sweitzer, Peter J. Troy, Susan Weiner, John Hazen White, Jr.*, William A. White, William K. Wray James R. Langevin), Raymond Simone (The Hon. Jack Reed), Benjamin White (for John Hazen White, Jr.)
January 30 – February 4 // Tickets: $89 - $42
ON YOUR FEET! THE EMILIO & GLORIA ESTEFAN MUSICAL is based on the life story of seven-time Grammy-winning singer/ songwriter Gloria Estefan and her husband, Grammy-winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan. ON YOUR FEET! is an “undeniably crowd-pleasing musical” about two people who believed in their talent, their music, each other, and became international superstars (New York Times).
ON YOUR FEET! is first and foremost a story about LOVE. Emilio Estefan is Gloria Estefan’s first and only love; they have been married for almost 40 years (they will be celebrating their wedding anniversary on September 2, 2018)! Together, they have won 26 Grammy Awards and pioneered and popularized the Latin pop genre in the U.S., thus paving the way for future Latin artists to “crossover.” The show follows the Estefans as they first meet in Miami, form their band Miami Sound Machine, break down music barriers, and catapult into international fame, but it also highlights the challenges that the Estefans have faced during their partnership.
The very air in the room seems to vibrate in this undeniably crowdpleasing musical! -
New York Times
ON YOUR FEET! features Gloria Estefan’s most iconic songs, including “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” “Get On Your Feet,” “Don’t Want to Lose You Now,” and “1-2-3.” The Associated Press notes, “If you don’t leave the theatre humming a Gloria Estefan hit, it may be time to check your pulse!”
Learn more: onyourfeetmusical.com onyourfeetthemusical // @OnYourFeetBway
Christie Prades as Gloria Estefan, Adriel Flete and Company, ON YOUR FEET! © Matthew Murphy
James Clow (“Don Kirshner”), Andrew Brewer (“Gerry Goffin”), Sarah Bockel (“Carole King”), Jacob Heimer (“Barry Mann”) and Sarah Goeke (“Cynthia Weil”).
February 27 – March 4 // Tickets:
$110 - $56
After launching its National Tour at PPAC in the fall of 2015, BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL returns to the Theatre for a special week-long engagement. Long before she was Carole King, chart-topping music legend, she was Carol Klein, Brooklyn girl with passion and chutzpah. She fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her twenties, had the husband of her dreams and a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock ‘n’ roll. But it wasn’t until her personal life began to crack that she finally managed to find her true voice.
BEAUTIFUL tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.
BEAUTIFUL won the 2015 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, with its impressive array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/ Cynthia Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend,” and the title song. Learn more: beautifulonbroadway.com BeautifulOnBway
Photo by Matthew Murphy..
SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO: STAY HUNGRY TOUR
Friday, February 9 at 7P & 9:30P
Tickets: $150 - $42.75. A VIP Meet and Greet Package is available for $250. EXTREMELY limited ticket availability to both performances.
Dubbed “one of the hottest comics” by Newsday and “one of the funniest comics working stand-up today” by Esquire, SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO’s live performance has become a critically-acclaimed event. The Los Angeles Times raves, “onstage, there’s an impatience to Maniscalco’s delivery as well, a hair-trigger exasperation with people and modern life, punctuated with baffled expressions, percussive thumps on the microphone, and wide-swung leg kicks more associated with an Olympic speed-skater than a stand-up comic.”
Learn more: sebastianlive.com
sebastiancomedy
SHEN YUN
February 10 – 11 //
Tickets: $150 - $80
SHEN YUN’s unique artistic vision expands the theatrical experience into a multi-dimensional, inspiring journey through one of humanity’s greatest treasures— the five millennia of traditional Chinese culture. This epic production immerses you in stories reaching back to the most distant past. Featuring one of the world’s oldest art forms—classical Chinese dance—along with patented scenographical effects and original orchestral works, SHEN YUN opens a portal to a civilization of profound wisdom and divine beauty.
Learn more: ShenYun.com/providence
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT
All ticket prices include a $3 per ticket facility fee and are subject to change without notice. Please visit www.thevetsri.com for current prices. Enhance your experience at The VETS with VIP Encore Lounge access – call the Box Office at (401) 421-ARTS (2787) or purchase online.
THE MUSIC OF ABBA: ARRIVAL FROM SWEDEN
Thursday, February 1 at 7:30P
Tickets: $45 - $35
ARRIVAL FROM SWEDEN is one of the world’s most popular and best-selling ABBA tribute groups. Over the past ten years, they have gone on 42 tours in the United States!
ARRIVAL FROM SWEDEN delivers your favorite ABBA songs, like “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” and “Super Trouper,” with adept accuracy. ARRIVAL also performs in exact replicas of ABBA’s original stage costumes, with permission granted by ABBA’s clothing designer. ARRIVAL FROM SWEDEN looks and sounds so authentic, you’ll think that you are seeing the real ABBA on stage!
CHEFS: THE SIZZLING KITCHEN SHOWDOWN
Sunday, February 18 at 7P
Tickets: $75 - $25
CHEFS is a hilarious mix of handsome men and daring culinary challenges! The stakes are high…if one of our three chefs loses a challenge, he loses a shirt. CHEFS is a fully interactive experience where audience members can vote for the winner and may even have a chance to join the “boiling hot” chefs on stage for uproarious cooking demonstrations.
IN MEMORIAM: Zeno P. Trabucchi
The Board of Directors and Staff of the Providence Performing Arts Center longtime, dedicated Board member, Zeno Trabucchi. Zeno served on PPAC's until March 2016, but his commitment to the arts and involvement with Zeno first became involved with PPAC when his firm, Metals Recycling LLC, only presentation of internationally-acclaimed dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov memorable performance possible. Later, as Controller for Patriot Metals, sponsor several other PPAC performances. His commitment to the theatre
A native of Verona, Italy, Zeno was a true Renaissance man with a love art, literature, food, wine, music, theatre, dance, and more. He was at his warm heart and matchless wry wit made his world view unique.
We extend deepest condolences to Zeno's family - his wife of 51 years, Mark, and Sarah, their spouses, and his grandchildren. Photo courtesy of
photo: The cast and company of THE BODYGUARD.
Left photo: Judson Mills (Frank Farmer, the bodyguard) and R & B superstar Deborah Cox (Rachel Marron) celebrate THE BODYGUARD’s one year anniversary and admire a cake designed by Ellie’s Bakery.
THE NATIONAL TOUR OF THE BODYGUARD CELEBRATES ITS ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY AT PPAC!
The cast and company of THE BODYGUARD National Tour celebrated their one year anniversary at PPAC’s post-show cast party on Tuesday, January 9. The delicious cake was created by Ellie’s Bakery, located in downtown Providence. Congratulations to THE BODYGUARD on this exciting milestone! The PPAC Staff is thrilled we could celebrate with you.
Photos: Leah Fellman
PATRONS PRE-SHOW
More than the end of to 2018 at DIES pre-show by Just Ellen’s. Afternoon led guests toast. Two cast members, (swing, u/s (Ensemble, Chagny, The by to greet questions audition process
Photos: Leah
Pops Esplanade opportunity
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Center sadly mark the passing of PPAC's Board from May 2003 PPAC pre-date that tenure. LLC, sponsored the Theatre's Baryshnikov in spring of 1991, making that Metals, he collaborated with PPAC to theatre will always be remembered. love of and interest in everything: once serious yet mischievous;
years, Gylean, his children Chiara, The Trabucchi Family.
PATRONS TOAST TO 2018 AT PRE-SHOW SUPPER FOR LOVE NEVER DIES
than 100 guests celebrated of 2017 and toasted at our LOVE NEVER pre-show supper, catered Ellen’s. Lite Rock 105’s Afternoon Host Paul Giammarco guests in a New Year’s Eve Two LOVE NEVER DIES members, Alyssa Giannetti u/s Christine) and Michael Gillis (Ensemble, u/s Raoul, Vicomte de The Phantom) also stopped greet our guests and answered about life on the road and the process for LOVE NEVER DIES. Leah Fellman
Top photo: Guests toast to 2018 with glasses of Prosecco.
Right photo: Cast members Alyssa Giannetti and Michael Gillis talk about being a part of the LOVE NEVER DIES National Tour.
WPRI 12 EYEWITNESS NEWS ANCHOR ON THE PPAC STAGE
WPRI 12’s Eyewitness News Anchor Danielle North was the special guest narrator at the 2017 HOLIDAY POPS Tour on Friday, December 22. North read “A Visit from St. Nicholas (‘Twas the Night Before Christmas)” on stage with the Boston Esplanade Orchestra and conductor Keith Lockhart. North also had the opportunity to meet with Lockhart backstage at intermission. Photo: P.J. Prokop
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