10A & 1:15P: Theatre Tour with General Manager Alan J. Chille
11A & 2P: Magician Show with Mike Super
11:45A - 1P: Anniversary Celebration on stage with a performances by School of Rock Attleboro*, Billy Gilman, and Peter Krasinski on our Mighty Wurlitzer.
1P: Sing "Happy Birthday" to Loew's Theatre Building / PPAC and enjoy birthday cupcakes.
See inside for more information! While this event is free, we ask that you kindly RSVP with your name and number of people attending so we have enough cupcakes! Email Betty Benedetti at bbenedetti@ppacri.org
*Performers are not from the School of Rock Tour cast.
Peter Krasinski
Mike Super
Billy Gilman
10A – 3P
90th Anniversary Celebration at PPAC
10A & 1:15P: Theatre Tour with General Manager Alan J. Chille
11A & 2P: Magician Show with Mike Super
11:45A - 1P: Anniversary Celebration on stage with a performances by School of Rock Attleboro, Billy Gilman, and Peter Krasinski on our Mighty Wurlitzer.
1P: Sing "Happy Birthday" to Loew's Theatre Building / PPAC and enjoy birthday cupcakes.
While this event is free, we ask that you kindly RSVP with your name and number of people attending so we have enough cupcakes! Email Betty Benedetti at bbenedetti@ppacri.org
*Please note performers are not from the School of Rock Tour cast.
October
COME AND CELEBRATE DURING THE DAY THESE EVENTS ARE FREE, Saturday,
Peter Krasinski Mike
BOARD of DIRECTORS
Joseph W. Walsh, Esq. – Chairman; Mark T. Ryan, Esq. – First Vice Chairman; Richard L. Bready, Gabriella DiGiacinto Caprio, Darren Corrente, Esq., Jason M. DaPonte, Gary E. Furtado, Ari Gabinet, Janet Hasson, The Hon. James R. Langevin (Ex-Officio)*, Rick Metters, Terrence P. Moran, George H. Nee, Gary M. Penfield, Lawrence E. Purtill, Stephen Shechtman, Esq., Robert Stoico, Donald R. Sweitzer, Peter J. Troy, Susan
*Director Representatives: Theresa M. Agonia (The Hon. Jorge O. Elorza), Seth Klaiman
CELEBRATE 90 YEARS DAY AND AT NIGHT! FREE, AND ALL ARE INVITED. October 13
7 – 9P
Evening Celebration at WaterPlace Park, featuring a concert by rock cover band LA's BackStage Pass and fireworks.
Thomas A. Tanury – Second Vice Chairman; Ellen Barnes – Secretary; Lowell W. Kinch – Treasurer
DaPonte, Richard E. DiChiaro, Alison Eichler, The Hon. Jorge O. Elorza (Ex-Officio)*, Thomas P. Fay, David L. Fried, M.D., (Ex-Officio)*, Cynthia Laughlin, Barbara S. Lavine, E. Robert Lupone, Paul A. MacDonald, Robin L. Main, Esq., Donna S. Mesolella, Purtill, Jo-Ann Ragosta, The Hon. Gina M. Raimondo (Ex-Officio), The Hon. Jack Reed (Ex-Officio)*, Thomas J. Rossi, David Salit, Susan Weiner, John Hazen White, Jr.*, William A. White, Patrick Wholey, William K. Wray
Klaiman (The Hon. James R. Langevin), Raymond Simone (The Hon. Jack Reed), Benjamin White (for John Hazen White, Jr.)
Mike Super Billy Gilman
LA's BackStage Pass
THEATRE INFORMATION
HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
Online: ppacri.org • Tickets are available anytime online. By Phone: (401) 421-ARTS (2787)
At the Box Office: 220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI 02903
Regular Box Office Hours are: M - F, 10A - 5P; Sat, 10A - 2P and two hours prior to curtain time(s) 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.
GIFT CARDS:
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.).
FOR ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS:
Administration (401) 421-2997 • Regular Hours: M - F, 9A - 6P • info@ppacri.org
Sharon Corcoran, Direct Response • For subscription and advertising sales (401) 574-3136 • Direct Response Hours: M - F, 9A - 5P • scorcoran@ppacri.org
Paul Hiatt, Group Sales • Available for groups of 15+ (401) 574-3162 • Group Sales Hours: M - F, 9A - 5P • phiatt@ppacri.org
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.”
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM FRAUDULENT TICKET SELLERS – BE SAFE; BE SMART!
PPAC is your ONLY official ticketing source for tickets to a PPAC / The VETS performance. Purchasing from unauthorized sources will put you at risk for receiving counterfeit tickets.
PPAC SECURITY POLICY:
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. 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.
Accessibility Services are available through the House Manager’s desk in the Grand Lobby and through the Box Office. Services include assistive listening devices and wheelchair accessible seating. Sign Interpretation, open caption, and/or visual description services are available. For details, please call the Box Office at (401) 421-ARTS (2787).
SHOWTIMES IS A PUBLICATION OF THE PROVIDENCE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER // Editor: P.J. Prokop Content Manager: Caitlyn DiPompo // Design: Lindsay Letourneau, Tandem Designworks // Printer: The Allied Group
Please note: the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series pro-rated subscription package does not include HAMILTON. Four Month Payment Plan Available through November 1 and Two Month Payment Plan Available through January 1. PPAC Box Office: (401) 421-ARTS (2787)
Hours: Hours: M – F, 10A – 5P, Sat, 10A – 2P and two hours prior to curtain time(s) on performance days. Sharon Corcoran, Direct Response: (401) 574-3136
Hours: M – F, 9A – 5P
PHOTO CREDITS: Christy Altomare in ANASTASIA on Broadway, Photo by Matthew Murphy, 2017; Tyler Hanes as Rum Tum Tugger Alan H. Green, Christian Borle, Trista Dollison, John Rubin in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Photo by Joan Marcus, Dawson, Desi Oakley and Lenne Klingaman in the National Tour of WAITRESS. Photo by Joan Marcus; The cast of THE BAND’S
ANASTASIA
November 27 –December 2, 2018
3 BankNewport Family Night at ANASTASIA is Wednesday, November 28 at 7P.*
CATS
January 22 – 27, 2019 National Tour Launches at PPAC!
ROALD
DAHL’S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
February 5 – 10, 2019
3 BankNewport Family Night at ROALD DAHL’S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is Wednesday, February 6 at 7P.*
SCHOOL OF ROCK
February 26 –March 3, 2019
3 BankNewport Family Night at SCHOOL OF ROCK is Wednesday, February 27 at 7P.*
WAITRESS THE MUSICAL
May 28 –June 2, 2019
THE BAND’S VISIT
June 25 – 30, 2019 National Tour Launches at PPAC!
SERIES 2
on Broadway. Photo by Matthew Murphy; Ben Crawford, Emma Pfaeffle, Kathy Fitzgerald, F. Michael Haynie, Marcus, 2017; Rob Colletti and Phoenix Schuman in the SCHOOL OF ROCK Tour. Photo by Matthew Murphy; Charity Angel
VISIT. Photo by Matthew Murphy.
DIANA ROSS
Friday, October 5
DIANA ROSS defines “icon.” considered one of the most landmark solo career to the sound of popular music and
JOURNEY TO PPAC THIS NOVEMBER
Wednesday, November 7 at 7:30P
Tickets: $75 - $43
THE WIZARD OF OZ is a new, refreshed, and lavish celebration of the the iconic 1939 MGM film. The musical features the classic songs, as composed by Harold Arlen, "Over the Rainbow," "Ding Dong the Witch is Dead" and "If I Only Had A Brain," and everyone's favorite characters: Dorothy, the Tin Man, Scarecrow, the Lion, and even Toto! This is a perfect show for the entire family to enjoy!
LEWIS BLACK: THE JOKE'S ON US TOUR
Thursday, November 8 at 7:30P
Tickets: $75 - 29.50
Grammy Award-winning stand-up comedian LEWIS BLACK returns to Providence for a night of rants and raves. Black's comedy provides a cathartic release of anger and disillusionment for his audience. Black is the rare comic who can cause an audience to erupt with laughter while making compelling points about the absurdity of our world.
5 at 8P // Tickets: $99.50 - $49.50 “icon.” With a remarkable career spanning over fifty years, Ms. Ross is most successful recording artists and entertainers of all time. From her the early days as the leader of The Supremes, Ms. Ross shaped the and paved the way for the music of today.
November 27 - December 2
Tickets: $95 - $42 - single tickets are now on sale!
Inspired by two beloved films, this romantic adventure transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. From the Tony Award(r)-winning creators of Ragtime, its soaring score includes the favorites "Journey to the Past" and "Once Upon a December."
BankNewport Family Night at ANASTASIA is Wednesday, November 28 at 7P - turn to PPAC News for more info!
subject to change without notice. Please visit www.ppacri.org for current prices.
Christy Altomare, Derek Klena in ANASTASIA on Broadway, photo credit Matthew Murphy 2017
Family Night Media Sponsors
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT
PILOBOLUS: Come to Your Senses
Friday, October 26 at 8P
Tickets: $95 - $28
FirstWorks
Artistic Icons Series presents PILOBOLUS, a “mind-blowing troupe of wildly creative and physically daring dancers who leap, fly, intertwine and break all the rules” (NY Newsday). Prepare to be amazed as they test the limits of human physicality, by exploring the beauty and power of connected bodies. This thrilling evening of music and movement—part Fellini-esque carnival, part lyrical exploration—includes the Rhode Island premiere of Branches, a new work commissioned by Jacob’s Pillow.
All ticket prices include a $3 per ticket facility fee and are subject to change without notice. Please visit 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.
IN MEMORIAM:
Joleen M. Vatcher
We were saddened to learn of the passing of our dear friend, Joleen M. Vatcher. Joleen and her husband, Jack, were volunteer Greeter Coordinators at PPAC for the past 21 years. Joleen was kind-hearted to and supportive of our Greeters and to the PPAC staff over the years. She was passionate about community service and volunteered with many organizations. We will always remember her for her compassion, her kindness, and her love of life.
SEASON
PPAC is pleased to welcome BankNewport as our new Family Night sponsor. PPAC’s Family Night performances are a great way for families to enjoy theatre together at an affordable price.
L to R: P.J. Prokop, PPAC Director of Marketing and Wendy Kagan, BankNewport Executive Vice President, Director of Employee and Community Engagement.
Photo: Caitlyn DiPompo
This Season’s Family Nights performances are: ANASTASIA on Wednesday, November 28 at 7P, Roald Dahl’s CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY on Wednesday, February 6 at 7P, and SCHOOL OF ROCK on Wednesday, February 27 at 7P. Visit the Box Office window or call at (401) 421-ARTS (2787) for more information on Buy One; Get One pricing.
Founded in 1819 and based in Newport, BankNewport offers a full suite of loan and deposit products and services for families and businesses throughout Rhode Island. With 16 banking offices and $1.6 billion in assets, BankNewport is one of the oldest community banks in the United States and, as a mutual organization, is committed to the financial success of its customers, employees and communities.
GREETER ORIENTATION
We always know it's the start of our Season when we have our new volunteer Greeter orientation! Our Greeter program is for high school students, aged 15 to 18. Greeters welcome guests before each Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series performance and are available to answer questions about the Theatre. This is a wonderful way to get involved in the theatre world! To learn more about becoming a greeter, call Betty Benedetti at (401) 574-3119. Photo: Leah Fellman.
First Row, L to R: Angelina Tanzi, Jaiden Melendez, Luka Figueiredo, Olivia Tracy, Vicente Coronel. Second Row, L to R: Nicholas Brusini, Nayellie Cruz, Olivia Pires, Hayley Furtado. Third Row, L to R: Alexandra Forman, Lilliana Cesario, Michaele Ramos, Alex Rosen.
