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Providence Calendar of Events

When it comes to Providence, there's no shortage of events.  You'll find a full calendar all year long in the capital city. From historic tours to Waterfire, performing arts to food festival and everything in between, there are events for every season.

 

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Sunday May 19, 2013

Last Chance Band

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Lighthouse Bar
  • Address: 100 Twin River Road, Lincoln, RI 02865

Last Chance Band is made up of four musicians that need no introduction in the New England area, their "oldie but goodie" songs bring back memories of the the past. You Belong to me - The Duprees/ Love Me - Elvis/ Yakity Yak - The Coasters/ In The Still of the Night - The Five Satins Plus many more favorites!

House

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Trinity Repertory Company
  • Address: 201 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903
  • Venue: Trinity Repertory Company

From the author of Absurd Person Singular comes the theatrical event of the season: a pair of interlocking comedies that take place simultaneously, with one cast performing both shows in two different theaters at the same time. Teddy and Trish are hosting a big garden party for the town. Friends, family, a London writer, and a French movie star - what could go wrong? Fans of Ayckbourn will know the answer: Anything and everything. House or Garden alone would be an uproarious romp around the Eng... www.trinityrep.com/box_office/on_stage/hg2.php

Gospel Brunch at Chapel Grille

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Chapel Grille
  • Address: 3000 Chapel View Boulevard, Cranston, RI 02920
  • Venue: Chapel Grille
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday

Join us every Sunday at Chapel Grille for our Gospel Brunch. A different Gospel Artist will be featured each week. Chef Tim Kelly has prepared a menu that is sure to delight so come on by and have a bite!

WRIK Entertainment Friday Nights

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Locations Vary
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday

Looking for a fun night out with Trivia or Karaoke at your favorite bar? Then visit WRIK Entertainment's website at www.wrikgigs.com for upcoming event locations.

WRIK Entertainment Sunday Nights

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Locations Vary
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday

Looking for a fun night out with Trivia or Karaoke at your favorite bar? Then visit WRIK Entertainment's website at www.wrikgigs.com for upcoming event locations.  

Artist Sail Hoisting and Windmill in Motion Day

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Prescott Farm
  • Address: 2009 West Main Road, Middletown, RI 02942

Over the winter artist Nora Rabins, together with help from the community, has been preparing colorful new windmill sails based on the pattern of the mill’s grinding stones. Come join us for the hoisting of these completed sails in a historic barn-raising style event. After the sails are raised, we’ll be running the windmill for the first time in many years and we’ll actually be grinding corn! Johnnycake making and games for the whole family. 

Kitty Litter & Friends Drag Extravaganza

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Comedy Connection
  • Address: 39 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI 02914

The Ocean State’s most beloved drag queens take the stage at Comedy Connection for a spectacular show filled with zany irreverence and fabulous clothes. The 90-minute show will feature many costume changes featuring lots of sparkle and glitz. Kitty Litter and Friends Drag Extravaganza features the self-proclaimed "First Lady of Providence", along with the lovely LaDiva Jonz, and the always charming Sabrina Blaze. The trio are staples of Providence’s club scene and raise tho... www.ricomedyconnection.com

Jazz Fest with vocalist Steve Tyrell

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: RI Center for Performing Arts (Park Theater)
  • Address: 848 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

Grammy Award winning vocalist Steve Tyrell will headline a Jazz Fest. Direct from a two-week engagement at Manhattan's legendary Cafe Carlyle, Tyrell will bring his seven-piece band for one performance only. The event opens with "Boss Saxes" Dan Moretti and Greg Abate with Gary Johnson on drums, Tim Ray on piano and Dave Zinno on bass. This is the Second Annual Providence Rotary Club Jazz Fest.

The Big Draw

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: RISD Museum of Art
  • Address: 20 North Main Street, Providence, RI
  • Venue: RISD Museum of Art, The

The RISD Museum's Big Draw is back! Join us for the vibrant, fourth-annual celebration of drawing - inspired by the internationally acclaimed campaign that celebrates drawing in its many forms through hands-on drawing for all. Bring your imagination and come make your mark! Free, all welcome.

"The Rose Tattoo" by Tennessee Williams

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: 2nd Story Theatre
  • Address: 28 Market Street, Warren, RI 02885
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Tennessee Williams' timeless tale of Serafina delle Rose, a passionate Sicilian dressmaker, the lover she chose and the daughter she denied. Winner of the 1951 Tony Award for Best Play.

Comedy Showcase

  • May 19, 2013
  • Location: Comedy Connection
  • Address: 39 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday

Come see the BEST of new and working comics around! Doors open at 7pm and showtime 8pm. Tickets: $10.

Who Dat? Blues Jam

Host and local blues legend Paul Alexander Williams welcomes knowledgeable jammers of all ages and instruments, from a nine-year-old guitar prodigy to a ninety-year-old jazz singer, to join the house band on standards from every era. Have you ever heard a searing rendition of Stevie Wonder's "Superstition" on accordion? Or "Mustang Sally" on trombone? If you were here last week you would have.