Orchestra with the Providence Singers and soloists Maya Kherani , Emily Marvosh , Brian Giebler and Andrew Garland , all under Christine Noel , 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
9 – 18
A Christmas Carol The Stadium Theatre presents the Royal Shakespeare Company ’ s version of A Christmas Carol , a rendition that tells the familiar story from the perspective of Charles Dickens . With a cast and crew of more than fifty , this holiday classic has spared no detail with period costuming , an elaborate moving set , original underscoring and powerful scene work . Appreciate the real meaning of Christmas with this ageless holiday tradition , perfect for the whole family . 28 Monument Sq ., Woonsocket , stadiumtheatre . com
The Four Seasons Conductor and violinist Jaime Laredo
10 joins oboist Cheryl Bishkoff in a program including Bach ’ s Concerto for Violin and Oboe , Mozart ’ s Symphony No . 31 ( Paris ) and Vivaldi ’ s The Four Seasons , perfect for the holidays . Also during Amica Rush Hour concert on December 9 , 6:30 p . m . 8 p . m . The Vets , 1 Avenue of the Arts , Providence , tickets . riphil . org
URI Student Composers Concert URI student composers take center stage
11 with performances in a variety of styles , from jazz to classical to electronic to pop . 7 p . m . Fine Arts Center Concert Hall , 105 Upper College Rd ., Kingston , web . uri . edu / music / events
‘ Twas the Night Before Christmas
16 Inspired by Clement Clarke Moore ’ s classic poem , the stage for Providence Ballet Theatre ’ s production of ‘ Twas the Night Before Christmas is transformed with visions of sugar plums , swirling snow and a magical appearance by jolly St . Nick . A cast of professional dancers and local children create a fun-filled holiday performance that is perfect for all ages . 4 p . m . and 7:30 p . m . The Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts , Roberts Gall , Rhode Island College , 600 Mt .
Pleasant Ave ., Providence , providenceballet . com
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thru Feb . 18 , Feb . 27 – Mar . 8
2 Artists ’ Exchange ’ s Winter Art Classes Cozy up and learn a new hobby this winter with Artists ’ Exchange , whose mission is to create a space for students in which discovery , creativity and learning come together and individuality is celebrated . Participate in unique art classes in ceramics , stop motion animation , painting , graphic design and much more . Sign up for six or seven weeks , in person or virtual , one-time workshops , or take home art kits , each designed to suit every
Blackstone River Theatre
ISN ’ T IT TIME TO DISCOVER WHAT YOU ’ VE BEEN MISSING ?
Intimate venue • Great sound • Free parking 2020-2022 R . I . Monthly Best of Award Winner Best Concert Venue , Blackstone Valley
Witness the power of live music and that special bond that occurs between audience and musician
Presenting the very best in Celtic , world , and roots music 549 Broad Street , Cumberland , RI • 401-725-9272 Concerts & classes : www . riverfolk . org
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