Rhode Island Web Log

Big Noise To Screen Greatest Hits 12/15/11

2011-12-07T11:53:00.000-05:00

Al Gomes and A. Michelle of Big Noise in Providence, RI to Screen Big Noise’s Greatest Hits Thursday, December 15 at 7:30 pm Brooklyn Coffee Tea House 209 Douglas Avenue Providence, RI Price: $5 All Ages Event Phone: (401) 274-4770 By popular demand, Al Gomes and A. Michelle of Big Noise in Providence, RI will once again screen films and clips from their 21-year history at the Brooklyn Coffee

Tom Sgouros for Treasurer: Run, Tom, Run!

2009-12-11T09:49:00.000-05:00

My good friend Tom Sgouros is running for Treasurer of Rhode Island, and he needs your support. I've known Tom for nearly 20 years, and he's one of the smartest guys I know. More importantly, he's one of the most thoughtful guys I know. Tom thinks deeply about the issues, weighs all of the angles, and makes truly informed decisions. For the last 6 years, Tom has been writing a newsletter/

Why Jamestown has more than two policecars

2009-02-26T08:47:00.002-05:00

My friend and collaborator Tom Sgouros has a great blog about RI policy, and has written a fantastic article about municipal budgeting. Well worth reading. And you'll find out why Jamestown has more than two police cars.http://whatcheer.net/index.cgi/y9/cols/84muni.html

Bright Night Article in the Projo

2008-12-28T12:08:00.002-05:00

Got everything right, except at one point says about our celebration that you buy your First Night tickets. Ah well, can't win them all!The article in the paper had some great photos of the event.To make it easier to forward, I created a tinyurl of the article:http://tinyurl.com/brightnight-projoFewer stars and fireworks, but New Year celebrations will go on 01:00 AM EST on Sunday, December 28,

Great article about Friday Night Live performer and Shakespeare tough kid

2008-12-28T00:19:00.001-05:00

This is a great story in the projo about art helping out people's lives:Update 2008: Shakespeare winner has eyes on BU 01:00 AM EST on Sunday, December 28, 2008 Ari Brisbon has said that performing in the theater has saved his life. The Providence Journal / Andrew Dickerman PROVIDENCE — For Ari Brisbon, winner of last year's state Shakespeare contest, being a college student has been his

Great New blog

2008-11-21T18:14:00.001-05:00

There's a great new blog (well, new to me) featuring insightful reviews of shows in and around Providence. It also talks about food.http://thevillaborghese.blogspot.com/ It's authored by John Rogers, Check it out!

FW: Community Giving

2008-11-18T14:54:00.001-05:00

This is a great article about places that need help during the holidays in RI.In general Kidoinfo is really well done, so you should know about it anyway. It's a well-done blog/parent resource, and it's well worth subscribing to and reading everyday-- they often have great articles such as this one.In terms of other places that need help, I've added Bright Night Providence in the comments-- are

Fwd: See TARTUFFE in Boston Oct. 25

2008-10-16T09:33:00.001-04:00

"Staged by Perrone as a cornucopia of physical gags and played to hilarious perfection" - Rob Hurwitt, San Francisco Chronicle SATURDAY, OCT. 25Cutler Majestic Theatre, Emerson College, Boston8pm, Tickets $45Boisterous characters, lavish comedy and the trademark physicality of the Dell'Arte ensemble combine with the finely crafted satire of Moliere for an evening of

SHOW: Providence, RI: Credo Theatre Oct 4.

2008-10-03T00:19:00.001-04:00

Part of the Firstworks festival, two Bulgarian clowns use puppetry and magic to create a fantastic show.It's supposed to be great (although I haven't seen it) It's in Providence, RI on Saturday, October 4, 8pm RISD Auditorium Credo Theatre, Daddy's Always Right

Guest Artist Jobs at URI this year.

2008-07-29T16:30:00.001-04:00

I worked at URI last year, teaching a class in physical comedy-- they recently sent me this, looking for some technical people.Most of them have no benefits or travel, but might be fun if you are already in or nearby RI. ATTENTION THEATRE ARTISTSJOB OPENINGSThe University of Rhode Island, Department of Theatre is seeking applications for Guest Artists for the upcoming 2008-2009Season. The

But for the Grace... at FringeNYC 2008

2008-07-27T11:04:00.001-04:00

Bob Jaffe in walkerspace

Ada Bookstore in Providence

2008-07-08T09:48:00.003-04:00

Wanted to mention a great independent used bookstore that I found about 6 months ago. It's a great independent bookstore focusing on literary works-- it's a labor of love, it's got lots of great books. And it's on Dean Street! And they play kickball! What more can you ask for?http://www.ada-books.com

Reminder to RI non-profits- File 2008 Annual Report!

2008-06-13T11:58:00.003-04:00

The state of RI requires all non-profits to file a 2008 Annual Report with the Secretary of State during the month of June.To obtain your 2008 annual report visitwww.sec.state.ri.us/corps, click Corporations Forms link, and choose Annual Report option.The cost is $20 per year.Failure to file by July 30 will result in a penalty fee of $25.Questions? Call 401-222-3040 or visit www.sec.state.ri.us/

Sam Hill Music Group May 22

2008-05-12T10:45:00.000-04:00

Sam Hill will perform on Thursday May 22, 7-9pm at the Rochambeau Library. Free Admission. Kid friendly. Cathy Clasper-Torch: violin, chinese fiddleSeth Gruenwald: celloCatherine Hawkes: harp, recorder, cornemuseSteve Jobe: viola, hurdy-gurdy, vocalsEllen Santaniello: vocals, percussion, accordionTraditional melodies arranged by Steve Jobe, Cathy Clasper-Torch and Will Ayton.Original music by

Manton Avenue Big Top May 19! (Benefit)

2008-05-02T07:08:00.000-04:00

BIGTOP! A Three-Ring Musicale Local Celebrities Bring the Circus To Town in a Performance for The Manton Avenue Project on Monday, May 19th Providence, R.I., (March 28, 2008) – Come one, come all to The Manton Avenue Project’s circus themed benefit entitled “BIGTOP! A Three-Ring Musicale” on May 19th at the Pell Chafee Performance Center, Citizens Bank Theater, 87 Empire St. in

Art Exhibit-- Sunny von Kriegenbergh

2008-05-01T09:11:00.000-04:00

Press Release April 29, 2008 For Immediate Release Contact:Bob Cooper, prguynow@yahoo.com 401-447-6474 Days/Evenings Sunny von Kriegenbergh works to go on ExhibitProvidence Gallery chosen for Kriegenbergh Paintings (Providence, Rhode Island - Westchester, New York, USA) April 29, 2008 - Artist Sunny von Kriegenbergh will attend an exhibition of her work at the Dead Cat Gallery,

Apartment for Rent in Providence

2008-04-17T08:03:00.001-04:00

I've got an apartment in Providence RI for rent. It's a 1200 square foot loft, legal live/work, 13 foot ceilings, 2 parking spaces. It's walking distance from downtown, and I lived, worked, and created shows there for 15 years.It's available for immediate occupancy.If you'd like to rent it or want more information, visit the website: http://www.greatloft.blogspot.comI'll give you a one time $200

Indie Arts RI

2008-02-08T18:52:00.000-05:00

IndieArts/ri is a collective portal for independent artists and arts organizations who contribute greatly to the Providence art scene. This includes, but is not limited to burlesque, dance, experimental theatre, music, galleries, and independent venues. IndieArts/ri markets upcoming events and gives members the ability to utilize the ArtTix ticketing service and our established customer base.

Franco-American Mandolin Festival.

2007-10-30T01:01:00.000-04:00

The Providence Mandolin Orchestra welcomes the Ensemble à Plectre de Toulouse, one of the oldest and largest mandolin orchestras in France to Rhode Island.In celebration of the Ensemble's visit to the U.S. the Providence Mandolin Orchestra has organized the Franco-American Mandolin Festival, a multi-dimensional festival combining cultural, educational and musical exchange.On Saturday, November 3,

Halloween Happenings

2007-10-26T17:16:00.001-04:00

Courtesy of the Mayor's office! Spooky Zoo Sundays

Buddy The Movie DVD being released

2007-10-18T08:51:00.000-04:00

==========================================================BUDDY, THE MOVIE DVD RELEASE PARTY – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25TH==========================================================EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:* The last showing of this award-winning movie on the big screen, with a post-film party.* Every ticket holder gets a special pre-release copy of the BUDDY DVD.* Director, Cherry Arnold, will be doing a

But For the Grace... New play at Trinity Rep

2007-08-30T06:34:00.000-04:00

Interesting new play at the Pell-Chafee Center at Trinity Rep starts on Monday, September 10th.This play, written and directed by David Eliet, is a commission from the Rhode Island Community Food Bank to tell the stories about people who live with hunger as a part of their lives. It features as a solo performer Bob Jaffe, who has a long string of excellent and thought provoking work in the local

Middle School Musical August 21

2007-08-16T10:43:00.000-04:00

I received this from Elizabeef Keiser, an actress/director/playwright who has been working in the schools and creating amazing plays with students for a number of years.With a number of talented collaborators, she has created a playw ith a number of Central Falls students this summer: a parody of Disney's High School Musical called Middle School Musical.WHEN: August 21, 7 pmWHERE: Second Stage

Our Nation's Flea Circus!

2007-08-02T22:07:00.000-04:00

Let me take a moment to shamelessly promote my own project!Trained Fleas To Perform In Our Nation's Capital ============================== SUMMARY: WHAT: Acme Miniature Flea Circus at the Palace of Wonders WHERE: Palace of Wonders, 1210 H Street NE Washington DC WHEN: Sunday August 26, 2007 at 4pm and 8 pm. (4 pm is an all ages show) COST: $8 MORE INFO: http://www.palaceofwonders.com MORE

King Stag Performed by Elemental Theatre Ensemble

2007-08-01T08:55:00.001-04:00

I've been hearing about these guys for a while, but didn't realize that they were Conservatory grads. (I am also a Conservatory Grad as well, admittedly a lot earlier than these guys (like 14 years!)They are performing a great Commedia play, King Stag through the month of August at venues around town. Admission is free.Sat 8/4, 6 pm - Clark Memorial Library - Carolina - linkSun, 8/5, 6 pm -

Cape Verdean Independence Festival

2007-06-11T08:14:00.000-04:00

The 32nd Annual Cape Verdean Independence Day Celebration will be held in Providence at the Temple of Music at Roger Williams Park on July 8, 2007 from 12 noon to dusk. Featured will be music, food, dancing, and lots of other stuff. Some very traditional Cape Verdean artists will be featured, as well some of the newest and best artists of Cape Verdean descent will be on the bill. It's a great

New Waterfront Design Winners-- See the plan!

2007-06-03T10:14:00.000-04:00

WINNING DESIGN FOR PROVIDENCE’S NEW WATERFRONT PARKS THE FOCUSOF TWO PUBLIC MEETINGS Mayor Cicilline invites the public to provide additional feedback as winningdesign moves closer to implementation PROVIDENCE – Mayor David N. Cicilline today invited the

de/construct

2007-05-25T07:30:00.000-04:00

A great new exhibit of work(s) in a place near and dear to my heart-- the Jewelry District.A 4000 square foot loft is scheduled to undergo serious renovation. Before it does, 7 artists and 2 architects get a chance to come in, and reconstruct/deconstruct their work. The results are fascinating, ,interesting, and sadly temporary. (The exhibit ends this weekend!)Click the picture below to see

Flea Circus Video added to YouTube!

2007-05-06T19:14:00.000-04:00

I've joined the latest revolution... Youtube! Yes, that's right, I've added a couple of videos to the whole Youtube thing:Here's my flea circus!

Trinity Rep Consortium's Taming of the Shrew

2007-04-04T13:27:00.000-04:00

Brown/Trinity Consortium presents Taming of the Shrew The Brown/Trinity Rep Consortium presents Shakespeare's quintessential battle of the sexes, The Taming of the Shrew. Directed by Donya K. Washington ('08), the show runs from April 11-15. All performances are in the

Geeks of Providence, Unite!

2007-03-17T08:05:00.000-04:00

Great new organization where my pocket protector side will feel right at home!“The goal of Providence Geeks is to help Rhode Island’s digital innovators connect, collaborate, and ultimately make the City-State and its geeks info-technology leaders.”They have dinners, they judge robot competitions, they have a community bulletin board (although no wiki-- come on geeks, get with it!)In general, it

Old Fashioned Robot Store!

2007-03-17T07:53:00.000-04:00

Wow! A shop focused on Computer Controlled Robotics for Hobbyists.This is next to the CJ Fox building in Federal Hill. The weird thing is that about 15 years ago I looked at this building (to buy, when I was looking for loft space) and placed an offer on it, but the seller removed it from the market.)The store is basically a hobby studio, with a store attached.There's also a project room, where

Winner of Waterfront Park Design competition

2007-03-12T11:27:00.000-04:00

Waterfront Park Design CompetitionThe award winning landscape architectural firm of Brown, Richardson & Rowe, Inc. has been selected as the winner of the Waterfront Park Design Competition. This design was chosen by the 11-member Waterfront Design Selection Committee appointed by Mayor Cicilline.Key elements of the winning park design feature the Ember House – a beautiful, transparent,

Jewelry District Meeting

2007-03-12T11:23:00.000-04:00

The Jewelry District Annual Meeting & Cocktail Party is tomorrowTuesday, March 13th, 5-7pmat the Providence Children's Museum100 South Street in the District.The Annual meeting will include: · A presentation by the city on the Providence 2020 plan · A presentation by two landscape architects about greenway possibilities along the waterfront to connect India Point and the

City Planning Charretts

2006-10-10T14:59:00.000-04:00

This week the Providence Planning Department (PPD) will hold a Charette to gather ideas on citywide planning issues. It’s a preliminary part of updating the City’s Comprehensive Plan and revising the Zoning Code, changes that will steer development for years to come.We have an opportunity to participate in the redevelopment of Providence, and to encourage smart planning, smart parking, and smart

Pixelirations [v.3]

2006-10-02T13:56:00.000-04:00

PIXILERATIONS [v.3] is a digital arts showcase taking place within the FirstWorksProv Festival. It features works in digital media and interactive performance by Brown and RISD faculty, students, graduates, and select artists from the digital artist community. Pixilerations [v.3] events are planned to take place in downtown Providence at 191 Westminster Street and other locations to be

Behold the Wonder of... Pizza!

2006-09-18T19:37:00.000-04:00

If you live on the East Side, one of the Pizzas that you probably have bought is from Pizza Pie-er. I interviewed them once back when they were Pizza Pizza (so you know it was a long time ago) It's a good operation, they make excellent pizza, and they've got a new sideshow campaign that a good friend of mine drew. [CORRECTION: I'm not sure if I made this clear-- these are

Just One Word For You... Plastics

2006-09-17T23:23:00.000-04:00

Interesting stuff from that liberal arts university up on College Hill.... Apparently they have some pretty good engineers, too!Brown Engineers Build a Better Battery- With PlasticIt's thin, light, flexible-- and plastic. Brown University engineers Hyun-Kon Song and Tayhas Palmore have created a prototype polymer-based battery that packs more power than a standard alkaline battery and more

An Inquiry into the Providence Public Library

2006-05-31T13:31:00.000-04:00

Tom Sgouros over at RI Policy Reporter published a very interesting letter from a CPA who investigated the Providence Public Library's finances.Suffice to say, things are a little murkier and not as clearcut as "We are out of money, give us more."Read the letter from Ellen Schwartz, CPA to get the full scoop. Here's a brief sample:Is the Library Really Broke?From Ellen Schwartz, a Providence

La Laiterie at Farmstead Opens

2006-05-24T07:10:00.000-04:00

Farmstead of Wayland Square is one of the best places around to purchase cheese, olives, and other gourmet food stuffs around. It's always a pleasure to walk through their store and see what's new. And they've been named the best cheese shop in Rhode Island by a couple of different places, including Rhode Island Monthly.They've opened a new restaurant next door that serves beer, wine, cheese,

WaterFront Meeting

2006-05-16T13:55:00.000-04:00

Design Matters: The Providence Waterfront/Old Harbor DistrictWHERE: RISD BEB, ROOM 106-- 231 South Main St, Providence, RIWHEN: Monday, 5/22 5:30-9 pmCOST: FREE-- PLEASE RSVP BY CLICKING HERESPACE IS LIMITED Registration does not guarantee you a seat. Arrive early for best seating. Please join the Rhode Island Chapter of the AIA for a fascinating and educational evening looking at the following

But will he survive... Inside?

2006-04-11T09:11:00.000-04:00

One of Rhode Island's most notorious villains (Richard Hatch, original survivor winner) is being held in protective custody in prison while awaiting sentence.I think it would be awful, but bizarre to have a Survivor... Alacatraz where the survivors are in prison. Kind of like Oz, but with prizes.Okay, I know it's twisted, but it would be funny/bizarre.(As equally twisted as Survivor...Plaza

Motif Magazine- Now Online!

2006-04-06T09:00:00.000-04:00

Motif Magazine,Rhode Island's newest free Arts weekly, has now, finally got an online presence. They offer all the A&E info you’ll need enhance your cultural experience. One of the key new things Motif Magazine has created is a section called “Get Out.” You’ll find a large icon on their main web page. Click on it, and there’s a long calendar of live Music, Theatre, Art exhibits, Indie Films, etc

Proudly, I'm Publicizing Something... Call for Submissions

2006-03-17T09:54:00.000-05:00

PIPSWORKS The Providence Initiative for Psychogeographic Studies (PIPS) is looking for experimental projects in contemporary urban exploration and public art. Provflux brings together a wide range of artists, thinkers, and thrillseekers for a weekend of interventions, discussions, explorations, and citywide entertainment. The projects can take any form, providing it engages notions of urban

Providence Chamber of Commerce and Arts & Business Council of RI Part ways

2006-03-15T08:09:00.000-05:00

Interesting things afoot-- the Arts & Business Council of RI (ABC/RI) very ably run by Peter Bramante, a former dancer with Groundwerx) and the Chamber of Commerce are splitting ways.ABC/RI is the founder of ArtTix, which recently lost its chief staff member/developer-- Richard DeFlumeri, who left to take a great job with Yale University. ArtTix is a much need resource for RI theatres and

The Prize is Right Extravaganza on March 5, 2006

2006-02-06T21:42:00.000-05:00

The Providence Hebrew Day School is having a fundraiser on March 5, 2006. It features great klezmer music, food, a silent auction, and lots of other stuff. To find out more visit http://www.phds-event.comTags: Technorati Profilejewish | klezmer | providence | bresler | hebrew school | phsd

NEW YEAR'S EVE HEADLINERS WON'T DROP THE BALL

2005-12-05T20:08:00.000-05:00

Sensational Jugglers The Passing Zone to Performfor Bright Night ProvidencePROVIDENCE, RI., 12/3/05This year Bright Night Providence, the artist-run New Year’s Eve Festival now in its third year, will feature two men with rather unusual credentials. Yes, they have 5 Guinness world records between them, have shared the stage with such celebrities as George Carlin, Penn & Teller, Bob Hope, and

Demolition and Destruction on Westminster

2005-11-20T08:17:00.000-05:00

There's been some amazing changes on Westminster (site of the former Traveller's Aid Building. They are tearing down the whole block, and going to put up a huge parking lot with retail on the sides. It's a NY style parking garage, I think, and desperately needed in the area. I believe the owners of the lot are Cornish associateshttp://www.woneffe.com/ has some great demolition shots, one of

My 104 year old Grandmother's Multimillion dollar idea

2005-11-18T15:49:00.000-05:00

What kind of multi-million dollar idea can a centenarian hatch? Read and learn. It's a slightly long story,a tale of love, family, and the spunk of one very sharp old lady. My 104 year old grandmother (who passed away in December 2004) was a really sharp lady. She had an eighth grade education, but was smart and funny and educated and ... she had moxie. She basically owned her own pearl

Blood From A Turnip

2005-11-14T23:07:00.000-05:00

Blood From a Turnip, Rhode Island's oldest late night puppet salon, starts itsNINTH season on Friday November 18th at 10pm at its customary home at Perishable Theatre, 95 Empire Street, downtown Providence. Join hostesses Vanessa Gilbert and Marsian as they present the widest range in puppetry for adult style people, ranging from the video ventriloquism of BfaTfavorite Evan O'Television to the

Denny Crane to attack Rhode Island

2005-11-09T16:01:00.000-05:00

At the end of last night's episode of Boston Legal, Denny Crane, the often bizarre attorney that has a penchant for cigars, women, and rightwing political causes (not to mention an alleged case of Mad Cow Disease) is asked what he would do if he were Mayor of Boston. Crane, played by William Shatner (in a turn totally unlike his Star Trek days), replies "Oh... I don't know.... attack Rhode

WorkHouse Theatre Presents New Work

2005-11-08T19:52:00.000-05:00

A new physical theatre company started by Dell'arte Grad (my alma mater) Stephen Buescher, is presenting a new work at the Carriage House Theatre this week. It's based on the myth of Jekyll and Hyde. I haven't seen the work, but if it's anything like a Dell'arte show, it will feature bold physical choices, innovative use of language and set, and great intensity. I'm looking forward to it!

The Ship Street Canal

2005-11-04T17:34:00.000-05:00

Paul Pawlowski, Rhode Island based architect, has a bold and exciting concept for what to do about the area that will be "reclaimed" when I -195 finally gets moved (and no, his concept is not to leave it up as a Providence version of the Jamestown Bridge).He wants to build a canal to be called the Ship Street Canal-- to create more waterfront in our city. It will stimulate business, it will

Trinity Rep names new artistic director

2005-11-01T01:19:00.000-05:00

FROM THE PRESS RELEASETrinity Repertory Company's next artistic director will be Curt Columbus, board chair Buff Chace announced today. The board of trustees unanimously ratified the search committee's recommendation in a special meeting on October 30th. Columbus, 40, is the associate artistic director of Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre, and artistic director of Chicago's summer Theater on the

Perishable Theatre Director Steps Down

2005-10-28T18:54:00.000-04:00

The Providence Journal recently reported that Jason Nodler, the newly appointed director of Perishable Theatre has stepped down after four months on the job. Apparently, Perishable's finances were a little bit different than he expected, and he felt that he couldn't continue with his planned course of action. He directed one play while at Perishable which closes tomorrow night. (To purchase

Waterfire Halloween Story Extravaganza

2005-10-27T15:19:00.000-04:00

It may be chilly, but the stories will be hot -- and spooky.On Saturday, October 29, starting at 7pm, the American Story Theater will produce the final installment of WaterFire Presents Tales for October. We've moved the stories later, and added a 10pm show!All events are free, and there will be chairs and carpeting to sit on.Storytellers include Jeanne Donato, David Mello, Mark Binder, Marvin

Acupuncturist emerges in Providence

2005-10-19T09:49:00.000-04:00

An acupuncturist has moved into my building, and I thought I'd point out her services. She is a licensed Chinese acupuncturist, and in talking to her, one of the things that I really liked is that she wasn't all "space-agey" about the benefits of acupuncture. We talked for a while about the placebo effect, and the fact that some people are going to feel better just because somebody spent an

Q. E. D. at the RITE Theatre Oct 11-22

2005-10-10T23:02:00.000-04:00

RITE, Rhode Island Theatre Ensemble presents QED by Peter Parnell. Nobel Prize-winning physicist, Richard Feynman, holds forth with wit and wisdom in this fascinating play. One of the twentieth century's great physicists, Feynman was also one of its great eccentrics. Not only did he develop the atomic bomb and quantum electrodynamics, buy he played the bongos, frequented topless bars and relished

Agriculturalists of RI, Unite!

2005-09-26T11:38:00.000-04:00

What: USDA Farm Bill ForumDate: Friday, October 14, 2005Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon (doors will open at 8:00 a.m.)Place: URI Coastal Institute, South Ferry Rd, Narragansett, RIThe United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to hear theideas, concerns, and advice of those in the local agricultural community.The USDA is conducting Farm Bill Forums across the country as part of anationwide

The Aristocrats, American Style

2005-09-08T08:24:00.000-04:00

I wish I could say I wrote this, but I didn't. I found it on a weblog (link above)I did title it, though!The Aristocrats, American styleSo this guy walks into a talent agency and says to the agent, "Have I got an act for you! It's a family act, you'll love it."The agent says "Alright, lay it on me."The guy says, "Well, first the grandpa comes in, this is in the thirties, mind, deals with the

Magadalena USA July 31-August 6, 2005

2005-07-06T15:11:00.000-04:00

MAGDALENA USA is bringing The Magdalena Project to the US in the northeastern city of Providence, RI; July 31-August 6, 2005. Under the artistic direction of Vanessa Gilbert, the festival will bring together international women theatre artists who create and perform their own work, in concert with local and national artists for an intensive seven days of exchange, skills development, critical

Gala to Celebrate Mark Lerman

2005-06-16T14:12:00.000-04:00

Mark Lerman, artistic director of the Perishable Theatre,(and a long time friend of mine-- we went to the same college and graduate school, and then have lived in the same city for 15 years) will be honored at a Gala on Monday June 20.WHEN:Monday, June 20th from 6pm to 9pmWHERE:Restaurant Prov, 99 Chestnut Street in downtown Providence. COST: $15, cash bar.HOW: click image below to purchase

Sasaki Plan-- Public Input Meetings--PROVIDENCE 2020

2005-06-14T19:02:00.000-04:00

Apparently a lot of meetings going on-- that's been the thrust of a lot of my recent emails!SASAKI ASSOCIATES TO PRESENT REVISED "VISION FOR PROVIDENCE 2020" AT COMMUNITY FORUMSRevisions to framework for future economic development based on community feedback Providence - Mayor David N. Cicilline announced today that the architectural and urban design firm Sasaki Associates is returning to

Artist Tax Exemption Meeting tomorrow

2005-06-13T17:44:00.000-04:00

The Artist Tax Exemption Act creates a zone within the Mill District in Providence that gives artists in 37 buildings eligibility to receive State Income Tax, Sales & Use Tax, and Tangible Property Tax exemption. House Finance Chair Costantino and Rep Lewiss introduced the bill and it goes in front of the House Finance Committee TOMORROW June 14 at 1PM at the State House - Room 35 in the

Three Rallies This Week

2005-06-13T10:59:00.000-04:00

There are three really important rallies going on downtown this week:1) On Monday at 5pm, the Library Reform Group will be leading a rally on the steps of City Hall, calling on the Providence Public Library (PPL) to require public appointments to its Board of Trustees. 2) Tuesday, June 14, at 7:15 at City Hall, a party with cake and pointy hats will be held to celebrate the 20th anniversary of

JDA Meeting features Brown Expansion Plan

2005-06-13T10:50:00.000-04:00

Brown University will be presenting its “Institutional Master Plan” at the June 14th, 2005 Monthly JDA Meeting to outline its plans for expansion and to open it to discussion with the community. Presenting will be Michael McCormick, the Director of Planning, and Abigail Rider, the Director of Real Estate/Administrative Services, both from Brown University. The meeting will take place at: The

MAYOR’S NIGHT OUT SET FOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 25

2005-05-23T14:50:00.000-04:00

MAYOR’S NIGHT OUT SET FOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 Providence – Residents will have a chance to meet one-on-one with Mayor David N. Cicilline at the next Mayor’s Night Out scheduled for Wednesday, May 25 beginning at 5 p.m. at Pleasant View Elementary School, 50 Obediah Road in Providence. Each person or group will have an opportunity to meet privately with Mayor Cicilline for ten minutes, and

Opportunities for Teachers and Artists

2005-05-19T06:33:00.000-04:00

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) are pleased to announce six new summer teacher institutes in the arts - open to teachers of all academic disciplines.Designed for teams of teachers, teaching artists, administrators, and others, the five-day institutes will help participants develop and refine the skills necessary to teach students the artistic

Your Name Here: Workshop at Perishable Theatre April 14

2005-04-08T09:51:00.000-04:00

Solo Performance Workshop—April 14 @ 7-10pm Before Eric Bogosian. . .before Anna Deavere Smith. . .before John Leguizamo. . . Susan Merson devised and presented solo performance before there was a market for it-- before there was a vocabulary to talk about it; before there was a technique to create it. You don’t have to recreate the wheel to begin inventing your own work--take Susan Merson’s

Hanging Around Providence

2005-04-05T11:11:00.000-04:00

A Reuters story recently appeared about a Suspension conference that happened in Providence.

It's a Free Show...It's a Flea Show!

2005-03-28T22:46:00.000-05:00

The Flea Circus Goes To The AcademyLow culture meets highbrow academics as the flea circus comes to Brown University on Saturday, April 2.This is no April Fool’s joke: next weekend, Brown University will be hosting a most unusual professor, and his even more unusual performers: Professor A.G. Gertsacov and his authentic Victorian flea circus will be gracing the stage as part of the eleventh

Rhode Island Athlete To Play For U.S.

2005-03-18T11:51:00.000-05:00

RHODE ISLAND ATHLETE TO REPRESENT THE U.S. AT THE 17TH MACCABIAH GAMES IN ISRAELDan Gertsacov of Narragansett, RI has been named to the United States Maccabiah Rugby Team that will compete at the 17th World Maccabiah Games taking place this July, in Israel. The Rugby team will be one of the 27 United States sports teams competing at these Games; among the world’s largest international,

The 20th Annual Girls' Night Out

2005-03-03T18:21:00.000-05:00

WHAT: The 20th Annual Girls' Night Out:Women Celebrating Women in Story and Song WHEN: Sunday, March 13, 2005 --- 7:00 pm WHERE: RISD Auditorium, 17 Canal Street, Providence WHO:Jeanne Jordan BentSparky Davis Carolyn Martino Marilyn Murphy MeardonDiane Postoian Valerie TutsonWomanSpiritRising: A Feminist Chorus COST: $10; $6 - Students and

The Clown Blog

2005-03-02T18:07:00.000-05:00

I've started a new blog. It's to chronicle and keep all of my clown book reviews and other information. In this blog (as in my life), the word clown is given a large and liberal meaning, and includeds related arts such as puppetry, juggling, circus, mask work, commedia dell'arte, and other related stuff.Stop on by and check it out if you like.clownbooks.blogspot.com

Drinking Liberally

2005-02-25T12:22:00.000-05:00

PROMOTING DEMOCRACY ONE PINT AT A TIME.A new group that is sweeping the nation is Drinking Liberally . It's a political discussion group over beer. They call themselves an informal, inclusive weekly Democratic drinking club. Here's a little bit of their kind of inclusive advertising friendly slogans: You can raise your spirits while you raise your glass, and share ideas while you share a

Rhode Island's Future: The Fight For Clean Air Continues

2005-02-23T11:48:00.000-05:00

Rhode Island's Future: The Fight For Clean Air Continues Here's a call for action to attend a rally to help Senator Chaffee do the right thing. Attend Rally to Protect Clean Air Act from Bush Administration’s Rollbacks! WHEN: 11 am, Tuesday, March 1, 2005 WHERE: Senator Chafee’s Providence office, 170 Westminster Street WHO: Rhode Island Public Interest Research Group, Clean Water Action WHY

Rhode Island's Future: A Great New Blog

2005-02-22T19:01:00.000-05:00

Rhode Island's Future is a great new political blog that has appeared in the last couple of months. It calls itself "An insider's guide to politics and culture in Rhode Island." There's a lot of great opinion and thought pieces about what's going on in Rhode Island. There are currently 6 contributors. Of course, it has a political opinion, as a blog should, but they present a lot of

Museum of Natural History New Exhibits

2005-02-01T09:51:00.000-05:00

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium Current Events From Observation to Illustration On exhibit February 13 - April 25, 2005 A joint presentation with the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators, New England Chapter, this exhibit will showcase their works in a variety of media complemented by specimens from the Museum’s

Fleas Featured on BBC Radio Program

2005-01-31T16:19:00.000-05:00

A remembrance of entomologist Miriam Rothschild includes flea circus owner Professor A.G. Gertsacov January 31, 2005 Providence, RI Professor A.G. Gertsacov, Rhode Island flea circus impresario and proprietor of the Acme Miniature Circus, was featured on BBC radio program "Outlook" today. The occasion was a remembrance of Dame Miriam Rothschild, a noted British zoologist who was known for many

Pier Market to Close: Victim to Greed (or perhaps its just the times)

2005-01-02T08:08:00.000-05:00

The Pier Market, a small community market in the heart of Narragansett (and minutes away from the beach) is set to close because the developer and owner of the land (Gilbane Properties) decided to triple its rent. This is from the Rhode Island Policy Reporter on December 7: As was reported in the Projo this morning, Gilbane Properties, the landlord, offered to raise the Pier market's rent from

A new RI blog!

2005-01-02T07:08:00.000-05:00

I said, new above, but really, it's only New to me! I just was doing a search for "Bright Night" information. and found a blog that was linking to the event that I didn't know anything about! (It's always nice when that happens!) Looking through, this guy seems to have a great blog, with photos, opinions, news snippets, and personal commentary. I definitely would recommend checking it out

BRIGHT NIGHT HELPING TOCOLLECTING FOOD FOR NEEDY

2004-12-22T21:19:00.000-05:00

Festival teams with Whole Foods Market to "Turn a Can of Food into a Night on the Town" PROVIDENCE, RI, December 22th, 2004 - Thanks to an innovative partnership, shoppers at Whole Foods stores in Providence have an opportunity to donate to the Rhode Island Food Bank while saving money on a great night of entertainment. Bright Night Providence has joined with Whole Foods to institute a food

Duke Robillard to Perform at Bright Night

2004-12-10T18:25:00.000-05:00

Legendary Local Bluesman to join local artists in New Year's Eve Celebration. Will Play at the "Bright Night Blues Bash" with Two Other Acts PROVIDENCE, RI, December 13th, 2004 - Bright Night Providence announced today that blues guitarist Duke Robillard has joined the festival's extensive New Years Eve lineup. He'll be playing as part of the Bright Night Blues Bash at the First Universalist

Bright Night Providence Announces Headlining Act

2004-12-06T18:18:00.000-05:00

TOXIC AUDIO TO HEADLINE BRIGHT NIGHT Music and Comedy Group Brings its Award-Winning Show to Providence PROVIDENCE, RI, December 1, 2004 - Bright Night Providence announced today that it has secured Toxic Audio to be the headlining act for its annual New Years Eve festival. The group will perform three shows, at 6, 8, and 10 p.m. at the Providence Performing Arts Center. "This is a real coup

Twelfth Annual Women's Playwriting Festival

2004-10-28T14:43:00.000-04:00

LAST CHANCE TO SEE Perishable Theatre’s 12th Annual Women’s Playwriting Festival THIS YEAR'S WINNERS ARE: Holly Hildebrand (Katy, TX) for The Dog JC Samuels (San Francisco, CA) for How High the Moon? Jennifer Haley (Providence, RI) for Gone With the Window LAST THREE SHOWS!Thursday, October 28 at 7pm Friday, October 29 at 8pm Saturday, October 30 at 8pm Tickets on sale now at ArtTix!

Snappy Dance Workshops in Providence

2004-10-28T08:28:00.000-04:00

Providence Circus School will present Boston-based Snappy Dance Theater teaching a series of creativity and partnering workshops entitled "Trust Me!" These workshops are open to beginning and experienced dancers. These workshops introduce tools for generating ideas and promote a fun-filled atmosphere to enhance creativity. Company members will introduce theater and vocal exercises as well as

VOTE NO ON QUESTION 3-- An editorial

2004-10-27T20:21:00.000-04:00

My good friend Tom Sgouros recently wrote a response to an editorial in the Providence Journal-- it probably won't see the light of day, so I decided to put it on my web log... Tom is the editor, publisher, and of theRhode Island Policy Reporter. If you want thoughtful analysis of what's going on in terms of policy in Rhode Island, you should probably subscribe! ------------------------------

Arts In Academics

2004-10-14T13:19:00.000-04:00

My mom is a retired art teacher. She recently started a scholarship/endowment to help integrate the arts into Academics in the State of Rhode Island.Here's the basic information about it. (from the RI Foundation press release) New Rhode Island Foundation endowment seeks projects that incorporate the arts into core academics Idea comes from retired arts teacher’s experience Hoping that

Vote For Mr. Punch on October 15 at the Perishable Theatre

2004-10-05T08:42:00.000-04:00

A Puppet Runs For President: (Stranger Things Have Happened!) The 2004 election may seem a little weird, but nothing like this. Mr. Punch, the traditional English puppet with the hooked nose, the hideous laugh, and the penchant for beating his wife with a slapstick, decides to run for President. He is counseled by the Devil, his wife Judy, and three ghosts of Presidents past: George

Street Painting Festival

2004-09-09T14:30:00.000-04:00

In just four years, the Providence Street Painting Festival has become one of the Ocean State’s most highly visible artistic events. With hundreds of participating artists, the Providence Street Painting Festival draws over 20,000 appreciative viewers to the downtown Providence area — not just from Rhode Island, but from all over New England. They come to watch as hundreds of talented artists

Circus School Open House

2004-09-09T10:38:00.000-04:00

The Providence Circus School will have an open house at their studio. Included will be a LubDub Circus show, trapeze demos, plate-spinning, juggling practice, and even unicycles. Lubdub is the professional circus troupe formed from students and faculty of the Circus School. WHEN: Sunday, September 12 from 1-4 pm WHERE: 560 Mineral Spring Ave in Pawtucket. MORE INFO: 401-351-9211 or visit the

Hula Workshop...

2004-09-09T10:20:00.000-04:00

< Hula Workshop of Southern New England Hula teacher and former professional dancer Carol Anne Buckley is offering a four-week intensive introduction to hula for dancers and performers of other genres. The class has been designed to demystify hula, and is offered for seasoned dancers of any genre as well as other performing artists including storytellers, actors and choreographers. It

30 Years of India Point Park!

2004-08-31T10:34:00.000-04:00

On Saturday, September 18. The Friends of India Point Park will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the creation of the park with a party!. Festivities will include the dedication of a tile mural that focuses on Rhode Island maritime history (currently being installed) Other festivities will include a tree-planting (at 12:30) kid's games, refreshments, face-painting, and music. Legendary folk

Problems In the Parks Department...

2004-08-24T14:54:00.000-04:00

I must have crawled under a rock or something--- I just found out about all of the problems in the Providence Parks Department! (and I only found out because I was surfing channels, and ended up watching a cable access interview with the new director of the Parks Dept. It turned out that there was an audit of the department that turned up some interesting problems, nclude the following:

Drum Circle in Session Saturday August 14

2004-08-12T16:23:00.000-04:00

The Drums are In Session at the Free Spirit Massage Therapy & Healing Center 420 Main Street, Warren RI WHEN: 8pm to 11:30pm on Saturday, August 14 Come join the circle and your hosts, Alan and Jamie. Bring your own drum or use one of theirs, including the 48" pow-wow drum. You'll have the chance to Improvise, dance, express yourself in the time-honored tradition of spirit and sound. Water is

50th Newport Jazz Festival opens with Providence Chorus (& Dave Brubeck!)

2004-08-06T10:26:00.000-04:00

One of New England's top choruses, the Providence Singers will be playing with legendary jazz pianist Dave Brubeck! They're opening the 5-day JVC Newport Jazz Festival- with Brubeck's large-scale work, "Gates of Justice," on Wednesday, August 11. The concert is dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Bill. Written in 1969, "Gates of Justice" draws from Biblical

Put an End to Bush (Using HTML! )

2004-08-03T13:06:00.000-04:00

I'm hoping that the power of HTML will be put to good use. I've started a cafepress.com store to help put Bush out of office. 50% of all the profits from the store will go to the Kerry campaign The other 50% will be used to pay for my trips to swing states to help work on the election. If you'd like to help defeat Bush, get the message out and buy some cool merch! http://www.cafepress.com/

Central Falls Summer Sunday Concerts

2004-07-28T18:50:00.000-04:00

Nestled between the city of Pawtucket and the towns of Cumberland and Lincoln, Central Falls' history dates back to 1731 and the early history of the town of Smithfield. This tiny city with 1.5 square miles and over 18,000 residents proudly boasts its distinction as recorded in "Ripley's Believe It Or Not" as the smallest most densely populated city, not only in Rhode Island, but?in the Nation.?

BLOGGING THE CONVENTION

2004-07-26T20:24:00.000-04:00

While it's not related exactly to Rhode Island, it's less than 50 miles away, and it's the biggest thing in the news right now. The Democratic Convention. Dave Winer has put together a great site of all the people blogging the DNC . http://www.conventionbloggers.com. I'd hoped to possibly be one of those guys, at the DNC as a performing artist with my Punch and Judy Election show , but

Cross Genres Music Festival July 23, 24

2004-07-23T10:06:00.000-04:00

The Providence Black Rep and The City of Providence's Department of Art, Culture & Tourism have collaborated to create a new cross-genre music festival called Sound Session '04that will grace the stages and parks of Providence on July 23rd and 24th, 2004. Curated to transcend musical genres, the performers selected for Sound Session '04 cross boundaries in their work - and for this festival