PPAC subscribers receive guaranteed seat locations, first opportunity to order tickets to all series shows, specials, and more in addition to a host of other benefits and privileges - by becoming a subscriber, you are making a commitment to yourself that you will see the best available Broadway touring shows right here at home in Rhode Island!
NEW SUBSCRIBERS RESERVE NOW WITH $99!
With just a $99.00 deposit, you may contact the PPAC Box Office, Direct Response, or place an order online for 2011/2012! Once the order is placed, the remaining balance may be paid over the next two calendar months. See order form for details.
RENEW ONLINE/PAY OVER FOUR MONTHS
All current series subscribers are encouraged to renew online, using the form on www.ppacri.org - simply log on, click “Subscribe Now” at the bottom of the homepage, and fill in the form with your information! PPAC renewing subscribers may choose to make their subscription payments over four months; for more information, contact the Box Office.
CONTACT US
BY PHONE: PPAC Box Office (401) 421-ARTS (2787) IN PERSON: 220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI 02903
ORDER ONLINE ANYTIME: www.ppacri.org
DIRECT RESPONSE: (401) 574-3136, Now through Monday, September 5,
Direct Response Hours are M – F, 9A – 5P and Sa 10A – 2P.
REGULAR BOX OFFICE HOURS are M-F, 10A - 5P; Sa 10A - 2P and through curtain time(s) on show days.
SUMMER BOX OFFICE HOURS, beginning Friday, May 27 through Monday, September 5, are M – Th, 10A – 3P.
TO ADDRESS TICKET QUESTIONS ONLINE: email: box_office_questions@ppacri.org
DIRECTIONS TO PPAC:
• Also at www.ppacri.org
• From Points North: Take 95 South to the Atwells Avenue exit #21. Go straight through 4 traffic lights and turn left at the 5th traffic light onto Broad Street which becomes Weybosset Street.
• From Points South, or from Route 195: Take 95 North to the Broadway exit #21. Turn left. At the next traffic light turn left and proceed through 2 traffic lights and at the 3rd traffic light turn left onto Broad Street which becomes Weybosset Street.
• From Worcester/Western Massachusetts: Take 90 East to Exit 10A (Worcester/Providence, Routes 146/20) which will lead to Route 146 South (Providence). Take Route 146 South and merge on 95 South in Providence. Then, follow directions for “From Points North.”
• PPAC Box Office: (401) 421-ARTS (2787)
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OCTOBER 4 – 9, 2011
The five-time, Tony Award® nominated smash-hit musical ROCK OF AGES is a hilarious, feel-good love story. In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA’s most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the 80s. ROCK OF AGES is an arena-rock love story told through the mind blowing, face-melting hits of JOURNEY, NIGHT RANGER, STYX, REO SPEEDWAGON, PAT BENATAR, TWISTED SISTER, POISON, ASIA, WHITESNAKE and many more. Don’t miss this “awesomely good time” about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!
NOVEMBER 1 – 6, 2011
DREAM THE DREAM
Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, LES MISÉRABLES, with glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. This new production has been acclaimed by critics, fans and new audiences and is breaking box office records wherever it goes. The New York Times calls this LES MISÉRABLES “an unquestionably spectacular production from start to finish.”
The London Times hails the new show as “a five star hit, astonishingly powerful.”
DECEMBER
13 – 18, 2011
JANUARY 3 – 8, 2012
SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince –shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a villain with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand…and his name is Shrek. Featuring a terrific score of 19 allnew songs, big laughs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery, WWORTV proclaimed SHREK THE MUSICAL as “far, far and away the funniest new musical on Broadway!”
FEBRUARY 8 – 19, 2012
MARY POPPINS is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theatres across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production that over-delivers on every level!” Featuring the irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft, MARY POPPINS is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical that the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and calls “a perfect piece of musical theater.”
Subscriber Week performances for MARY POPPINS are: Wednesday, February 8 at 7P; Thursday, February 9 at 7:30P; Friday, February 10 at 7:30P; Saturday, February 11 at 2P & 8P; Sunday, February 12 at 1P & 6:30P; and Tuesday, February 14 at 7P.
SAVE THE DATE: The Annual Gala is February 18, 2012!
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE is “stuffed with so much holiday cheer and audacious acts, Scrooge would exit with a big ol’ smile on his face,” proclaims the Erie Times News about this “Broadway-worthy spectacle.”
Renowned director Neil Goldberg, creator of the groundbreaking Broadway hit CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY, re-imagines the holiday season with CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE. An international cast of over 30 multi-talented and brilliantly costumed artists come to life and perform astonishing feats of disbelief. An original music score and some seasonal favorites accompany hundreds of spectacular costumes and holiday dreams in a setting of gigantic gifts, colossal candy canes and 30-foot towering soldiers. The perfect way to come in from the cold, forget the holiday stresses and rediscover the magic of the season.
MARCH
20 – 25, 2012
Based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, THE ADDAMS FAMILY is a smash-hit musical comedy that brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. This magnificently macabre new musical comedy is created by Jersey Boys authors Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, Drama Desk-winning composer/ lyricist Andrew Lippa, choreographer Sergio Trujillo and Olivier Award-winning director/ designers Phelim McDermott & Julian Crouch with creative consultation by four-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Zaks. Come meet the family. We’ll leave the lights off for you.
APRIL 24 – 29, 2012
BRING IT ON: The Musical will explode on stage as one of the most remarkable scores in years unites with breathtaking dance and the thrilling, cutthroat world of competitive cheerleading. The creative team is an extraordinarily rare union of Broadway’s most acclaimed, awardwinning young creators. With an original libretto by Tony Award® winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), music and lyrics by Tony Award®-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda (In The Heights), music by Pulitzer and Tony Award®-winning composer Tom Kitt (Next to Normal), lyrics by Amanda Green (High Fidelity) and music supervision by Tony Award® winner Alex Lacamoire (Wicked), BRING IT ON: The Musical is directed and choreographed by Tony Award® winner Andy Blankenbuehler (In The Heights).
Please note that the NEW performance schedule for the Broadway Series is*: Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 7P, Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30P, Saturdays at 2P & 8P, and Sundays at 1P & 6:30P. All dates, programs, pricing, and artists are subject to change without notice. Check www.ppacri.org for frequent updates. *Some exceptions apply.
THE NEW 25TH ANNIVERSARY PRODUCTION
Contemporary Classics Series
FIRST CHOICE OF AVAILABLE SEATS*
For all subscription performances, new subscription seats are assigned in order of date received and locations are guaranteed for the entire season.
*Subject to availability at time order is received.
NOVEMBER 15 – 20, 2011
Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage. Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday classic. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the Whos, an endlessly cheerful bunch bursting with holiday spirit. Thousands of families have been delighted by this heart-warming musical, which The New York Times praises as “100 times better than any bedside story.”
MARCH 2 - 4, 2012
COME FLY AWAY is the new Broadway musical that brings together the legendary vocals of FRANK SINATRA and the creative vision of Tony Award® winner TWYLA THARP (Movin’ Out).
This unique experience combines the seductive vocals of “Ol’ Blue Eyes” with the sizzling sound of a live on-stage big band and the visceral thrill of Tharp’s choreography. As 14 of the world’s best dancers tell the story of four couples falling in and out of love, you will experience the exhilaration of a first kiss, the excitement of a first dance, and the bittersweet moments of a first good-bye in a world of sparkling romance and astonishing beauty.
PRESID
ADVANCE ORDER OPTION**
Subscribers may order tickets for all specials and additional shows presented by PPAC prior to public sale dates when time allows. **This option may not be available for shows presented by promoters other than the Providence Performing Arts Center; advance order option will be made available if time allows.
WHITE GLOVE SERVICE
Before Broadway Series subscription performances, patrons may pre-order refreshments to be picked up at intermission in the special White Glove Subscriber Service area. Please note that coupons and subscriber privilege cards may not be applied to White Glove Service.
SUBSCRIBER
PRIVILEGE CARD
MAY 4 - 6, 2012
The international dance sensation BURN THE FLOOR visits PPAC direct from its record-breaking run on Broadway! You’ve seen Ballroom dance on shows like Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance. Now, with BURN THE FLOOR, you will feel, live on stage, all the passion, the drama and the sizzling excitement of twenty gorgeous champion dancers, in a true theatrical experience, a performance with a grace and athleticism that The New York Times calls, “Dazzling!”
BURN THE FLOOR – it’s Ballroom. Reinvented.
ENTS
Subscribers may use these cards for special offers on concessions at any concession area in the Theatre (except the White Glove Subscriber Service area) during any Broadway Series or Contemporary Classics Series performance throughout the season.
EXCHANGE PRIVILEGESNOW BY PHONE!
If a scheduling conflict arises for a patron’s regular series performance, an exchange may be made for best available seating for another performance of that show at no charge and now can be done by phone. Please note that exchange privileges apply only to performances within the run of one show – tickets may not be exchanged, for example, from MARY POPPINS to THE ADDAMS FAMILY.
OPT OUT
This season, we are pleased to offer a seven-show Broadway Series subscription package. PPAC Season Ticket Holders may choose to “opt out” of one show in the Broadway Series in exchange for a pair of tickets to a different show within the Broadway Series or Contemporary Classic Series.
SAVINGS
All series (except Golden Circle, which includes the Loge) are discounted, offering a range of savings over single ticket prices.
SHOWTIMES AND SHOWTIMES ONLINE
Subscribers receive PPAC’s complimentary calendar with detailed news and events to stay informed on all performances and events, sent 10 times per year. If current email address is provided to PPAC, you will receive ShowTimes Online during the season.
Enjoy special amenities (including use of private lounge area, VIP ticketing services, and complimentary parking for subscription performances) by becoming a member of the President’s Club. Subscribers may purchase a membership for two by making a $650 tax-deductible donation to the PPAC Annual Fund. For more information, contact the Development Office at donors@ppacri.org or call (401) 574-3122. PRESIDENTS CLUB
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SINGLE TICKET PRICING
Broadway Series: Fri/Sat Eves, Sat/Sun Matinees All others
Rock of Ages
Les Misérables
Cirque Holidaze
Shrek The Musical
Mary Poppins† - Weeks 1 & 2
The Addams Family
Bring It On
$66.00, $59.00, $54.00, $44.00
$80.00, $73.00, $68.00, $58.00
$63.00, $56.00, $51.00, $41.00
$67.00, $60.00, $55.00, $45.00
$75.00, $68.00, $58.00, $43.00
$70.00, $63.00, $58.00, $48.00
$68.00, $61.00, $56.00, $46.00
$61.00, $54.00, $49.00, $39.00
$75.00, $68.00, $63.00, $53.00
$58.00, $51.00, $46.00, $36.00
$62.00, $55.00, $50.00, $40.00
$68.00, $61.00, $53.00, $38.00
$65.00, $58.00, $53.00, $43.00
$63.00, $56.00, $51.00, $41.00
Contemporary Classics: Fri/Sat Eves, Sat/Sun Matinees All others
scheduled PPAC performance times are: Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 7P, Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30P, Saturdays at 2P & 8P, and Sundays at 1P & 6:30P.
* PLEASE NOTE: Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL will be a full week engagement, Tuesday, November 15 through Sunday, November 20. The KIDS’ NIGHT ON BROADWAY performance is on Wednesday, November 16 at 7P. The complete performance schedule for Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL is: Tuesday, November 15 at 7P; Wednesday, November 16 at 2P & 7P; Thursday, November 17 at 7:30P; Friday, November 18 at 5P & 8P; Saturday, November 19 at 11A, 2P, 5P, & 8P; and Sunday, November 20 at 1P & 5P.
† The complete performance schedule for MARY POPPINS is: Wednesday, February 8 at 7P; Thursday, February 9 at 7:30P; Friday, February 10 at 7:30P; Saturday, February 11 at 2P & 8P; Sunday, February 12 at 1P & 6:30P; Tuesday, February 14 at 7P; Wednesday, February 15 at 7P; Thursday, February 16 at 2P & 7:30P; Friday, February 17 at 7:30P; Saturday, February 18 at 2P & 7:30P; and Sunday, February 19 at 1P & 6:30P. February 8 – 14 is subscription week. The PPAC Gala is on Saturday, February 18, 2011 with a special 7:30P curtain time for MARY POPPINS.
q Check payment (required in full) payable to: Providence Performing Arts Center
q Credit card payment IN FULL (use card selected below).
q $99.00 Option* You may place a subscription order with just a $99.00 nonrefundable deposit. The balance due will be billed in two consecutive monthly installments.
q Half-payment Option* Total of order to be paid in two monthly installments.
*Payment plans must be selected by Friday, July 15, 2011. For installments, only one credit card may be used; by signing below, automatic payments are authorized. First credit card payment will be charged at time of order.
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SUBSCRIBER PRIORITY ORDER FORM: SERIES SHOWS AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
To advance order, this form MUST be accompanied by your subscription order. You may purchase additional tickets to Series shows, and all other shows available for sale at the time of this order. Please note that for single tickets, your subscription locations are not guaranteed. Please use this order form, indicate method of payment, and enclose full and separate payments for these additional tickets. The Providence Performing Arts Center reserves the right to limit the number of single tickets which may be purchased per show; seat locations are subject to availability. Thank you for your order.
NEW SUBSCRIPTIONS
Please send me the following Broadway and/or Contemporary Classics Series subscriptions:
Number of Series Location - 1, 2, 3, 4 Total Subscriptions (A - H) and/or (1 - 5) (See seating diagram)
Subscription orders are processed according to date received.
PRESIDENT’S CLUB
q Please include a membership in the President’s Club ($650 per couple with subscription).
q Please process my President’s Club membership for $1,000 (per couple without subscription).
INDIVIDUAL SHOWS
† PLEASE NOTE: Subscription week for MARY POPPINS includes Wednesday, February 8 at 7P; Thursday, February 9 & Friday, February 10 at 7:30P; Saturday, February 11 at 2P & 8P; Sunday, February 12 at 1P & 6:30P; and Tuesday, February 14 at 7P. Please note new EARLIER performance times.
* PLEASE NOTE: Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL will be a full week engagement, Tuesday, November 15 through Sunday, November 20. Subscription performances for Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL are: Friday, November 18 at 8P; Saturday, November 19 at 2P & 8P; and Sunday, November 20 at 1P & 5P.
