ENCORE l HAPPENINGS
ENCORE l HAPPENINGS
s p e c i a l a d v e r t i s i n g s e c t i o n
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Ballet Meets The Beatles A fan favorite returns! Trey McIntyre’ s A Day in the Life transforms The Beatles’ iconic catalog into a full-spectrum dance experience, moving from tender intimacy to electrifying joy. Here’ s The Beatles like you’ ve never experienced them before, brought vividly to life through McIntyre’ s signature choreographic voice. The program also features Same by Yury Yanowsky, set to the music of Boston based singer-songwriter Josh Knowles and performed live, offering an intimate and contemporary counterpoint to the evening. Visit the website for times. Mar. 12 – 21 at the Woodman Center, Moses Brown, 250 Lloyd Ave., Providence; Apr. 3 at the United Theatre, 5 Canal St., Westerly, balletri. org
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A Passion for the Planet A Passion for the Planet by Geoffrey Hudson unites choir, children’ s chorus, chamber orchestra and soloists with striking video to illuminate the climate crisis. This compelling eco-oratorio blends scientific insight and expressive music, guiding audiences through Earth’ s beauty, vulnerability and the call to collective environmental stewardship. 7 p. m. WaterFire Arts Center, 475 Valley St., providencesingers. org
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Northern Lights— Nielsen & Sibelius Conductor Benjamin Manis leads the RI Philharmonic in its March program, which includes Nielsen’ s Helios Overture,
EVENT HIGHLIGHT
HopArts Studio Trail
OCT. 17 – 18: Experience the charm and creativity of southern Rhode Island on a free, self-guided tour of local artists’ studios. Travel scenic backroads as you discover hidden creative spaces and meet the artists behind the work in a variety of mediums, including painting, pottery, fiber arts, woodworking, jewelry, photography and more. Browse and purchase one-of-a-kind artwork directly from the makers while learning about their inspiration and techniques. Whether you’ re planning a day trip, searching for unique gifts or simply looking for an unforgettable cultural experience, the HopArts Studio Trail offers a welcoming journey through art, community and beautiful southern Rhode Island. 10 a. m.– 4 p. m.
Artists’ open studios throughout Hopkinton and Richmond, hoparts. org
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Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5 and Tchaikovsky’ s Variations on a Rococo Theme featuring cellist Brannon Cho. 7:30 p. m. Open rehearsal for concert on Mar. 12 at 5:30 p. m. The VETS, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, tickets. riphil. org
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Requiem for a Dream Honor the past and experience its power anew. Pianist Alexander Korsantia returns for Beethoven’ s radiant Fourth Piano Concerto, alongside French works inspired by revolution, transformation and change. From Beethoven’ s ideals to Ravel’ s poignant farewell, this is music that lingers long after the final note. 7:30 p. m. The Zeiterion, 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, nbsymphony. org / 2026-2027-season
APRIL
9 – MAY 10
August Wilson’ s Ma Rainey’ s Black Bottom Blues legend Ma Rainey and her band are getting ready to record new takes of old tracks in their Chicago studio. When the young, ambitious trumpet player Levee pushes for a different direction, competing visions quickly emerge. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson delivers a play melodic as it is profound. Trinity Rep, 201 Washington St., Providence, trinityrep. com
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Spano Conducts Puccini Principal Guest Conductor Robert Spano leads the RI Philharmonic in its April program, which features a cornucopia of treasures from the world of Italian opera and beyond, including music from Puccini’ s La bohème and Respighi’ s Pines of Rome. 7:30 p. m. Amica Rush Hour concert on Apr. 9 at 6:30 p. m. will be the same program. The VETS, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, tickets. riphil. org
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