| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | - Silks/Tower & The Fool | City of Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism | 06/22/12 | Providence |
1st Annual FreakFestPresented by The Met at The Met May 26, 2012 Devil's Feedback
Vegas Automatic
Sirens of Poveglia
All For Blood
SweatShop
Dayton | The Met | 05/26/12 | Pawtucket |
35th Annual Heritage Day Festival & RING Celebration of DiversityPresented by Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission at Roger Williams National Memorial September 22, 2012 Rhode Islanders of all ages are invited to join in a lively celebration of our state's rich cultural heritage. The Roger Williams National Memorial (North Main St) will be filled with booths from countries such as Bolivia, Guatemala, India, Japan, Korea, Portugal, and others that will showcase their culture, music, and dance.
This year the RIHPHC committees have joined with the RI National Guard and RISCA (RI State Council on the Arts) to celebrate peace, diversity and the rich... | Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission | 09/22/12 | Providence |
4th FridaysPresented by Newport Art Museum at Newport Art Museum May 25, 2012 Meet your friends after work. Unwind with conversation, cocktails and live music surrounded by exceptional art and architecture. | Newport Art Museum | 05/25/12 | Newport |
4th FridaysPresented by Newport Art Museum at Newport Art Museum June 22, 2012 Meet your friends after work. Unwind with conversation, cocktails and live music surrounded by exceptional art and architecture. | Newport Art Museum | 06/22/12 | Newport |
4th FridaysPresented by Newport Art Museum at Newport Art Museum July 27, 2012 Meet your friends after work. Unwind with conversation,cocktails and live music surrounded by exceptional art and architecture. | Newport Art Museum | 07/27/12 | Newport |
4th FridaysPresented by Newport Art Museum at Newport Art Museum August 24, 2012 Meet your friends after work. Unwind with conversation,cocktails and live music surrounded by exceptional art and architecture. | Newport Art Museum | 08/24/12 | Newport |
| A Child of Our Time | RI Civic Chorale & Orchestra | 05/19/12 | Providence |
A John Waters ChristmasPresented by Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel at Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel November 30, 2012 Like a wayward Santa for the Christmas obsessed, legendary filmmaker and raconteur John Waters (Pink Flamingos, Hairspray, A Dirty Shame) rides into town on his sleigh full of smut, spreading yuletide cheer with his critically acclaimed one-man show, "A John Waters Christmas." Putting the "X" in Xmas, Waters's rapid-fire monologue explores and explodes traditional archetypes as he shares his compulsive desire to give and receive perverted gifts, a religious fanaticism for... | Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel | 11/30/12 | Providence |
American Idol Live! 2012 TourPresented by Dunkin' Donuts Center at Dunkin' Donuts Center August 26, 2012 AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! returns this summer for another hit tour to showcase this season’s talented top 10 finalists. Launching the careers of many, the AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! Tour is the first chance to see your favorites in concert! The tour will make its way to the Dunkin’ Donuts Center Providence this August 26, 2012!
AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! gives fans the unique opportunity to be up close and personal with Idol finalists Colton Dixon, DeAndre Brackensick, Elise Testone,... | Dunkin' Donuts Center | 08/26/12 | Providence |
American Music Series: JazzPresented by Courthouse Center for the Arts at Courthouse Center for the Arts June 7, 2012 The second in the American Music Series at Courthouse Center for the Arts is Jazz on Thurs. June 7 at 7 p.m. Guitarist Gray Sargent and bassist Marshall Wood of the Tony Bennett orchestra bring their own jazz quartet to the Courthouse for a rare area engagement. All seats are $25. The show is sponsored by Gardner Woodwrights. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 401-782-1018 or visit www.courthousearts.org. | Courthouse Center for the Arts | 06/07/12 | West Kingston |
An Afternoon with Roslyn KindPresented by Stadium Theatre at Stadium Theatre May 23, 2012 Spend an afternoon with Roslyn Kind, a dynamic, multi-talented entertainer!
"Forget that Roslyn Kind is Barbra Streisand's kid sister. She's to good and too special to have to worry about comparisons..." - L.A. TIMES
ABOUT ROZZIE
Roslyn Kind is a dynamic, multi-talented entertainer who has forged a successful career in all facets of entertainment from critically acclaimed recordings to sold-out performances on Broadway and in top... | Stadium Theatre | 05/23/12 | Woonsocket |
An Evening With Amy GrantPresented by Providence Performing Arts Center at The Vets - Veterans Memorial Auditorium November 4, 2012 Amy Grant is an American singer-songwriter, musician, author, media personality, and actress, best known for her Christian music. She has been referred to as “The Queen Of Christian Pop.” As of 2009, Grant remains the best-selling contemporary Christian music singer ever, having sold over 30 million units worldwide. | Providence Performing Arts Center | 11/04/12 | Providence |
| Andrew Bird | The Met | 07/21/12 | Pawtucket |
| Anthony Green (of Circa Survive) | The Met | 06/29/12 | Pawtucket |
Arts Marketplace: PawtucketPresented by Pawtucket Arts Festival at Pawtucket Armory Arts Center September 8-September 9, 2012 A new and exciting exhibition and sale focusing on fine art and craft by artists throughout our region. In partnership with the Pawtucket Arts Festival, the Arts Marketplace: Pawtucket is in keeping with the long history of the festival that celebrates the arts and traditions in our community. A juried show whose mission is to meet high standards of technical and artistic excellence and to present the best of contemporary fine Art and American-made crafts in a comfortable, professional and... | Pawtucket Arts Festival | 09/08/12- 09/09/12 | Pawtucket |
Beatles Tribute "1964" Presented by Stadium Theatre at Stadium Theatre January 19, 2013 The rekindling of the Beatles popularity, crossing all age barriers has prompted the Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre to present the #1 Beatles Show in the World, "1964"!
Take a musical journey to an era in rock history that will live in your hearts forever. The energetic Tribute show includes classic songs such as "A Hard Days Night", "Can't Buy Me Love", "Twist and Shout", and "Yellow Submarine". The band not only... | Stadium Theatre | 01/19/13 | Woonsocket |
Beresford HammondPresented by The Met at The Met June 20, 2012 Beresford Hammond (b.August 28,1955 Annotto Bay,St.Mary, Jamaica) has only really risen to become popular in the ‘digital’ age of Reggae, although his career stretches back to the 1970’s. Considered by many to be one of Jamaica’s finest contemporary vocalists, his best work has generally been captured on the ‘Penthouse’ and ‘Xterminator’ labels as well as his own ‘Harmony House’ imprint. The singer with his distictive ... | The Met | 06/20/12 | Pawtucket |
Blue Man GroupPresented by Providence Performing Arts Center at Providence Performing Arts Center March 1-March 3, 2013 Experience the Phenomenon. BLUE MAN GROUP is best known for their wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which combine comedy, music, and technology to produce a totally unique form of entertainment. The New York Times heralds the show as “One of the most delightful performance pieces ever staged.” E! Entertainment News exclaims, “BLUE MAN GROUP is what every live performance aspires to be.” The Baltimore Sun raves, “Blue Man Group packs a wallop.... | Providence Performing Arts Center | 03/01/13- 03/03/13 | Providence |
Bob Dylan Birthday CelebrationPresented by The Met at The Met May 24, 2012 Featuring artist performing the songs of Bob Dylan | The Met | 05/24/12 | Pawtucket |
BowerbirdsPresented by The Met at The Mediator June 21, 2012 The Clearing is the third album by the Bowerbirds, and as is often the case for bands that have found steady success, they had more time and better resources to make it. This is a bigger record, then, with bolder sounds and a broader scope. “Tuck The Darkness In” surges in its final two minutes with a wall of electric guitars and drums. “Hush” plays hide and seek with restless vibraphones, pianos and drums, Beth’s voice again providing a core of... | The Met | 06/21/12 | Providence |
| Bush | Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel | 07/11/12 | Providence |
Carrie UnderwoodPresented by Dunkin' Donuts Center at Dunkin' Donuts Center September 17, 2012 Don’t miss five-time Grammy winner and American Idol winner, Carrie Underwood as she stops at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center Providence during her North American “Blown Away Tour,” on September 17! She will be joined by the multi-talented Hunter Hayes. The 2012 ACM New Artist of the Year nominee, Hunter has been touring and performing live for decades, most recently selling out venues across the US and Canada on his MOST WANTED headline tour.
Carrie is donating $1... | Dunkin' Donuts Center | 09/17/12 | Providence |
Centennial GalaPresented by Newport Art Museum at Newport Art Museum July 7, 2012 The Centennial Gala will be held on July 7 at the Newport Art Museum beginning at 6:30pm. Tickets cost $350. The evening includes cocktails, dinner catered by Russell Morin Fine Catering and dancing to the Mac Chrupcala Orchestra. The entire Newport Art Museum Board of Trustees is serving as the Gala Committee. Dress is festive attire.. | Newport Art Museum | 07/07/12 | Newport |
CeremonyPresented by The Met at The Met June 12, 2012 Screaming Females
Soul Control
Raindance | The Met | 06/12/12 | Pawtucket |
Channing & Quinn with Gill MossPresented by Fete Music at Fete Lounge May 18, 2012 Channing & Quinn are a quirky two piece band based in Nashville, TN. The two originally met and began writing music in The Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, NC. In a live setting the two do the work of several musicians by playing guitar, ukulele, accordion, drums, glockenspiel, banjo and more. Be on the look out for them in your city as they tour all year round often adding support for artists such as Langhorne Slim, Brian Vander Ark, Enter The Haggis, The Greencards and many more... You... | Fete Music | 05/18/12 | Providence |
Cirque ChinoisPresented by The Park Theatre at The Park Theatre November 8, 2012 Direct from Beijing, the National Circus of the People’s Republic of China, performing “Cirque Chinois,” was founded in 1953, making it one of the longest running and most distinguished circus troupes in China.
The National Circus of the People’s Republic of China is especially acclaimed in China because of the unique acts in their program such as Great Teeterboard, Grand Flying Trapeze, Group Contortion, Straw Hats Juggling, Girls’ Balance... | The Park Theatre | 11/08/12 | Cranston |
| Community MusicWorks Performance Party | Community MusicWorks | 05/19/12 | Providence |
Community MusicWorks Presents: CMW presents Jonathan Biss, pianoPresented by Community MusicWorks at RISD Museum May 20, 2012 Beethoven Sonata in E-flat Major, Op. 7
Beethoven Sonata in C-sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2 "Moonlight"
Beethoven Sonata in F-sharp Major, Op. 78
Beethoven Fantasy, Op. 77 | Community MusicWorks | 05/20/12 | Providence |
| Community Sing with Bill Harley | Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School | 06/03/12 | East Providence |
Concerts Under the Elms: Carlos de Leon Latin Jazz BandPresented by Rhode Island Historical Society at John Brown House July 12, 2012 Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. Latin jazz master, trumpet player, vocalist and bandleader, Carlos de Leon has been playing music professionally for over 30 years. He arrived in New York City from the Dominican Republic in 1964 at the time when this music world, Latin jazz/Afro-Cuban, was giving birth to the global dance phenomenon called Salsa. In the late... | Rhode Island Historical Society | 07/12/12 | Providence |
Concerts Under the Elms: Duke Robillard Band Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society at John Brown House July 19, 2012 Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 7/19/2012– Duke Robillard Band – Classic blues, R&B and swing Inspired by blues legends like T-Bone Walker, Charlie Patton and Big Joe Turner, Duke Robillard’s guitar work has seamlessly spanned the worlds of jazz, blues, and swing since he founded the renowned big band, Roomful of Blues, in 1967. Since 1980, Duke has... | Rhode Island Historical Society | 07/19/12 | Providence |
Concerts Under the Elms: Greg Abate Jazz Quartet Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society at John Brown House July 26, 2012 Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 7/26/2012– Greg Abate Jazz Quartet – Swinging melodic jazz standards & original music in the same style “Abate’s musical style can be seen as a distillation of swing’s easygoing vibe and bop’s more animated groove. He has developed a unique voice. Abate’s tone is well-behaved, not passive, but by... | Rhode Island Historical Society | 07/26/12 | Providence |
Concerts Under the Elms: MagnoliaPresented by Rhode Island Historical Society at John Brown House August 2, 2012 Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 8/2/2012—Magnolia Since 1989, Magnolia has been New England's hometown Cajun band. Learning their music form Louisiana's finest, has earned them a solid reputation at home and recognition in the Cajun heartland. Their dance lessons and music have helped build a strong sense of community at festivals and fais-do-dos all over... | Rhode Island Historical Society | 08/02/12 | Providence |
Concerts Under the Elms: PendragonPresented by Rhode Island Historical Society at John Brown House August 9, 2012 Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 8/9/2012—Pendragon New England has long had a rich tradition of Celtic-inspired music. Looking forward to their 29th anniversary in 2012, Pendragon has embraced that tradition and created a timeless sound of its own, performing roots music with an unmistakable contemporary edge. Pendragon's music celebrates the lives and lore of... | Rhode Island Historical Society | 08/09/12 | Providence |
Concerts Under the Elms: The American Band Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society at John Brown House June 28, 2012 Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 6/28/2012– The American Band – Patriotic music and “pops” repertoire The American Band is a symphonic concert band comprised of over 50 adult musicians from Rhode Island and nearby Connecticut and Massachusetts. The band has a long and colorful history extending back to 1837, making the American Band one of the... | Rhode Island Historical Society | 06/28/12 | Providence |
| Creation | The Spot on Thayer St. | 01/03/12- Ongoing | Providence |
Crosby, Stills & NashPresented by Providence Performing Arts Center at Providence Performing Arts Center June 15, 2012 More than four decades since CSN first harmonized in Laurel Canyon, and played their first-ever concert as a trio at the legendary Woodstock festival, its members continue a creative partnership that is one of the most influential and enduring in music. David Crosby, Stephen Stills, and Graham Nash have each been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame two times—once with Crosby, Stills & Nash, and a second time with The Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, and The Hollies,... | Providence Performing Arts Center | 06/15/12 | Providence |
Cumberland-Lincoln Community ChorusPresented by Stadium Theatre at Stadium Theatre May 19-May 20, 2012 The Cumberland-Lincoln Community Chorus (CLCC), directed by Dr. Judith Lynn Stillman, returns for their annual appearance at the Stadium Theatre. | Stadium Theatre | 05/19/12- 05/20/12 | Woonsocket |
Deer TickPresented by The Met at The Met June 16, 2012 95.5 WBRU Presents: Outdoor Festival in The Met Courtyard | The Met | 06/16/12 | Pawtucket |
| Delta Spirit | City of Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism | 06/15/12 | Providence |
Dinner and Acapella with Mount Rush 4Presented by Stadium Theatre at Stadium Theatre August 3, 2012 This isn’t your typical "male acappella group." Experience the sounds of traditional barbershop to modern contemporary as well as acoustic favorites all in one night. Mount Rush 4, comprised of Dylan Schaffer, Adam Landry, Gian DiCostanzo and Spencer Soucy, is one of the hottest boy groups that has emerged.
Down to earth, talented, witty and very handsome young men, do what they do best, resonate rich bass lines, tenor falsetto, and the dazzling melody... | Stadium Theatre | 08/03/12 | Woonsocket |
Dog Day AfternoonPresented by The Met at The Met May 31, 2012 Less Than a Felony
The Johnsons | The Met | 05/31/12 | Pawtucket |
Dropout MondaysPresented by The Met at The Met January 2, 2012 - Ongoing An Evening of Acoustic Music, Banter & Fun with hosts Kris Hanson& Jon Tierney! | The Met | 01/02/12- Ongoing | Pawtucket |
Drumline LivePresented by The Park Theatre at The Park Theatre October 17, 2012 DRUMLINE LIVE kicks off its third US tour in the 2011-2012 season following its extremely successful tours in 2008-2009 and 2010-2011. DRUMLINE LIVE’s energetic cast has honed its precision and energy with years of training in marching band programs across the southern United States.
This versatile group of musicians and dancers brings an explosive energy and athleticism to an eclectic mix of sounds. Equally at home with the hottest contemporary hip hop, R&B, classic Motown... | The Park Theatre | 10/17/12 | Cranston |
| East Greenwich Branch Recital | Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School | 06/09/12 | East Providence |
EI-PPresented by The Met at The Met July 12, 2012 Killer Mike
Mr. Muthafuckin' eXquire
Despot | The Met | 07/12/12 | Pawtucket |
| Faculty Recital | Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School | 06/09/12 | East Providence |
FairhavenPresented by The Met at The Met May 25, 2012 Kingston 530
The Cringe
Last One Out | The Met | 05/25/12 | Pawtucket |
Family Fun Fridays with Bari KoralPresented by Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum at Blithewold Mansion July 27, 2012 Family Fun Fridays at Blithewold
School Vacation Fridays 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Aside from a day at the beach, Blithewold’s Family Fun Fridays are the ultimate family-friendly way to enjoy an early summer afternoon. Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy the show! This week, kids can dance and sing along with Bari Koral.
Activities will include her live performance from 11 a.m. to noon, followed by a craft project, face painting, picnicking, and pizza from... | Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum | 07/27/12 | Bristol |