| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | An Evening with Dr. Maya AngelouPresented by Day One at Providence Performing Arts Center September 30, 2010 Dr. Angelou is best known for her series of six autobiographical volumes, which focus on her childhood and early adulthood experiences. Her work has earned her many honors, including more than 30 honorary degrees and a Pulitzer Prize nomination for her 1971 volume of poetry, Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water ‘Fore I Diiie. All proceeds from the event will benefit Day One and the work the agency does to support adult and child survivors of sexual violence. | Day One | 09/30/10 | Providence |
“BLINKING”, Lostwax Dance CompanyPresented by FirstWorks at Pell Chafee Performance Center October 14-October 16, 2010 A Visual Interplay of Dance and New Media
“Refined, mysterious and sophisticated.” – The Boston Globe
We blink 10 times a minute. But what is lost in these liminal moments? Inspired by author Malcolm Gladwell’s Blink, choreographer Jamie Jewett explores the fascinating human process of understanding pattern, information and perception with a provocative new work by multi-media dance company Lostwax. In this groundbreaking premiere... | FirstWorks | 10/14/10-
10/16/10 | Providence |
Antiques Appraisal Day At BlithewoldPresented by Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum October 17, 2010 Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers of Boston and Marlborough, Massachusetts, has been conducting appraisal days for over 25 years. Bring in that special item you've been wondering about. Let the experts tell you what your treasure is really worth! | Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum | 10/17/10 | Bristol |
“The Journey Out” Premiere Performance by Frank V. Toti, Jr.Presented by FirstWorks October 22-October 23, 2010 Stories of love, faith and courage
A premiere performance developed from the oral histories of Rhode Island’s older gay community members by Frank V. Toti, Jr. The play is an enlightening journey through the shared struggles and successes of our neighbors, friends and families, to live openly and authentically in Rhode Island from the 1950’s to the present.
Presented in conjunction with Coming Out, a mixed media exhibition curated by... | FirstWorks | 10/22/10-
10/23/10 | Providence |
La ExcelenciaPresented by FirstWorks at Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel October 24, 2010
Taking Salsa Back to the Street
"Young, raw, raging musical weapons of mass destruction..." – Latin Beat
This vibrant 12-piece orchestra from New York City reclaims the salsa dura (hard salsa) of the 1970s with unstoppable dance music that merges hectic percussion, screaming horns and impassioned singers — who also revive salsa dura’s political consciousness, singing about the hard life of the... | FirstWorks | 10/24/10 | Providence |
West Bay Open StudiosPresented by West Bay Open Studios October 23-October 24, 2010 On October 23-24, nineteen artists residing in the West Bay of Rhode Island will participate in the second annual West Bay Open Studios Tour. The tour is free and self-guided, open to the public. It meanders through the neighboring coastal towns of East Greenwich, Warwick, and North Kingstown. This is a once a year opportunity to meet the artists in their studios and purchase their original paintings, calligraphy, sculpture, pottery, photography, and mixed media. Participating artists... | West Bay Open Studios | 10/23/10-
10/24/10 | East Greenwich |
"First Love", Gare St. Lazare Players IrelandPresented by FirstWorks October 29, 2010
A One-Man Triumph of Irish Theater
“A riveting experience… worth dropping everything to encounter.” – The Irish Times
Direct from Ireland, Gare St Lazare brings the black humor of playwright Samuel Beckett to the FirstWorks Festival stage in an adaptation of one of Beckett’s early novellas. Hailed as the world’s greatest living interpreter of Beckett, actor Conor Lovett’s solo tour de... | FirstWorks | 10/29/10 | Providence |
Rocky Marciano Tournament of Champions at Stadium Theatre October 30, 2010 The Rocky Marciano Tournament of Champions originated 8 years ago in a boxing gym located in the city of champions, Brockton, MA. The gym was created in Rocky's memory with the sole purpose of getting kids off the streets and exposing them to a positive atmosphere where they can learn not only boxing skills but self respect for themselves and others.
Rocky's spirit thrives more and more within the top most talented boxers from all six New England states, New York included; competing... | | 10/30/10 | Woonsocket |
“Out of My Hands”, Christopher O’RileyPresented by FirstWorks October 30, 2010 An Electrifying Evening of Life, Love and Song
“… An exuberant expression of the human voice and spirit.” - The Washington Post
Sweet Honey In The Rock have been inspiring audiences for more than 30 years with their soul-stirring blend of gospel, blues, jazz and hip hop. Famous for their vocal virtuosity and vast repertoire of historically African American music, this Grammy-award winning a capella ensemble was dubbed a “National... | FirstWorks | 10/30/10 | Providence |
Trails to TerrorPresented by Highland Farm October 1-October 30, 2010 Trails to Terror consists of two unique expeiences that take place on the grounds of Highland Farm in Wakefield, RI Visitors can take the "Delamorte's Haunted Hayride" that will take them through acres of scary trails that are filled with assorted creatures of the night who appear at every bend. For those that want to walk, there is the "Forest of Fear" that allows visitors to wonder through wooded trails filled with scary scenes made complete with actors in costume. | Highland Farm | 10/01/10-
10/30/10 | Wakefield |
Roland Comtois: Spiritual MediumPresented by Stadium Theatre at Stadium Theatre November 7, 2010 Roland M. Comtois is an internationally acclaimed spiritual consultant who has touched millions of lives around the world with his channeled messages of love, light, healing and compassion. A compelling speaker, accomplished medium, inspirational teacher and author of And Then There Was Heaven, A Journey of Hope and Love, Roland has captivated audiences worldwide with his uncanny ability to connect with the spiritual realm, sharing personalized messages that have the power to heal the... | Stadium Theatre | 11/07/10 | Woonsocket |
Sweet Honey In The Rock® She Rocks!Presented by FirstWorks at VMA Arts & Cultural Center November 13, 2010 “… An exuberant expression of the human voice and spirit.” – The Washington Post
This Grammy Award-winning ensemble possesses a stunning vocal prowess that captures the complex sounds of blues, spirituals, reggae and hip hop. Rooted in the rich textures of African American legacy and traditions, Sweet Honey In The Rock® was dubbed a “National Treasure” by First Lady Michelle Obama. The FirstWorks Festival concludes with their joyous... | FirstWorks | 11/13/10 | Providence |
Providence Ghost TourPresented by Providence Ghost Tour September 3-November 13, 2010 Ever felt like you were being watched? Had the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end while heading downstairs to that creepy old basement? Join us as we lead you by lantern light through the darkened streets of the historic East Side, sharing with you stories that will be sure to send a chill down your spine.
Prospect Terrace, Congdon Street. A walking ghost and haunted history tour of the East Side of Providence, featuring ghosts, murders, suicides, fires, and unfortunate... | Providence Ghost Tour | 09/03/10-
11/13/10 | Providence |
Stadium Theatre ChristmasPresented by Stadium Theatre at Stadium Theatre November 27, 2010 Celebrate the holidays with the 4th Annual Stadium Theatre Christmas ...featuring the "Night Life Orchestra" and performances by a stellar cast of performers!
| Stadium Theatre | 11/27/10 | Woonsocket |
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