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the heart of the land that inspires his bluesy soul. Doors open at 7 p. m., show begins at 8 p. m. Greenwich Odeum, 59 Main St., East Greenwich, greenwichodeum. com
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COPPÉLIA Rhode Island’ s first classical ballet company begins season sixty-six with one of the most whimsical ballets of all time – COPPÉLIA. 2 p. m. Roberts Hall Auditorium at Rhode Island College, 600 Mt. Pleasant Ave., Providence, stateballet. com
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Billy Gilman: Home for the Holidays Ring in the holiday season with Billy Gilman and his amazing band, The Ragged Impresarios. Hear Christmas classics like“ Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,”“ Sleigh Ride” and more as well as Gilman’ s hits including“ Warm and Fuzzy,”“ New Kid in Town” and“ One Voice.” Doors open at 7 p. m., show begins at 8 p. m. Greenwich Odeum, 59 Main St., East Greenwich, greenwichodeum. com
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Holiday Pops Kick off the season with a jingle-filled celebration for all ages. With dazzling music, belly laughs and holiday cheer, the Holiday Pops concerts are pure magic. Whether you choose the breezy afternoon or the full evening show, you’ ll leave wrapped in joy, ready to make memories that last all season. 3:30 p. m. and 7 p. m. Bronspiegel Auditorium, 230 Hathaway Blvd., New Bedford, MA, nbsymphony. org / 2025-2026-season / holiday-pops-2025
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Handel’ s Messiah A Sunday matinee – perfect for the whole family. Hear your Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra with the Providence Singers, conducted by Christine Noel and featuring soloists Teresa Wakim, Meg Bragle, Lawrence Jones and David Soar as they perform music’ s most powerful message of faith, Handel’ s Messiah. 3 p. m. The Vets, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, tickets. riphil. org
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The Nutcracker Join Clara on her journey from a festive Christmas Eve party to the dazzling Land of Sweets, where toy soldiers battle, snowflakes swirl, and dreams dance to life. With stunning choreography by Yury Yanowsky, beloved Tchaikovsky music and a cast of Ballet RI company dancers and local youth, The Nutcracker is a timeless celebration of wonder, imagination and the joy of the season. Visit website for times. The Vets, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, balletri. org
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Almost Queen: A Tribute to Queen The most authentic Queen live show since the days of Queen themselves. A deliberate four-piece band, Almost Queen delivers a live performance showcasing signature four-part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. Donning genuine costumes, Almost Queen recaptures the live energy and precision that is the ultimate Queen experience. Doors open
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PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHT
The Edwards Twins presents The Ultimate Vegas Christmas Variety Show
DEC. 4, 9 and 10: Remember all the wonderful holiday variety shows we all grew up on in the’ 70s and’ 80s? Now is your chance to see them live and recreated by Las Vegas’ number one impersonators of all time. Sonny and Cher, Neil Diamond, Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Andrea Bocelli, Tom Jones and many more, all in one show with live vocals. NBC’ s“ Today” says it’ s“ One of the most extraordinary shows we have ever seen.” USA Today and The Boston Globe calls it“ A must-see show.” Each star sings their number one hits as well as a few of your favorite holiday songs. Dec. 4, 6 p. m. at Coachmen’ s Lodge, 273 Wrentham Rd., Bellingham, MA; Dec. 9, 6 p. m. at Crowne Plaza Hotel, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick; Dec. 10, 5 p. m. at Wright’ s Farm, 84 Inman Rd., Burrillville, theedwardstwins. com
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