POLYNESIAN DANCE TROUPE NAPUA O’ POLYNESIA Return to the thrill of live performances in a gorgeous outdoor setting! Join PVDFest and FirstWorks for a journey from global Jazz to Americana, from hip-hop to sounds from the mountains and rhythms of the sea. Grab your lawn chair (or blanket) and enjoy extraordinary artists in the park. […]
The City of Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism and the Providence Public Library, in partnership with Langston Hughes Community Poetry Reading, present “Hope in the Ever-living Now,” a live virtual event featuring new works of poetry, prose, and creative writing for performance in response to Frederick Douglass’ 'What to the Slave Is the […]
Stefan Couture is a Rhode Island based singer/songwriter and modern acoustic performer. His songs come from the heart and his words are honest, relatable, and full of poetic imagery. Stefan’s live shows are positive and full of energy, seamlessly interweaving elements of folk, rock, jazz and blues with his smooth and soulful voice. Visit stefancouture.com and […]
Chubby Pockets is a six-piece instrumental ensemble led by bassist and Philadelphia-area native Kweku Kwegyir-Aggrey. The group is heavily jazz influenced, but also draws inspiration from funk, R&B, soul, and groove genres. The band features Maya Polsky on the guitar, Jake D’Ambra on the saxophone, Danny Silverston on the piano, Dan Mach-Holt on the trombone, and Maxx […]
Join Councilwoman Kat Kerwin for another Smith Hill community meeting and celebration! We will have family friendly entertainment including music, games, and face painting. Circus Dynamics will be doing ballon animals and more! Additionally, representatives from various City departments including PPD, DPW, and Recreation Department will be on hand to answer neighborhood questions and concerns. […]
There are two exciting PVDFest performances tonight! Performers: NOH FACE & FRIENDS (Nefertiti San Miguel from Etnia Fusion) An eclectic fusion of Japanese performing arts, encompassing Odori (folk) dance, theatrical masks and martial arts. Original work inspired by Noh Theater, Fantasy Characters, Animation Films and annual celebrations such as Oshogatsu, Hatsume and Bon Festival. This […]
PVDFest in the Park has three exciting performances at Dexter Park tonight! Refined313 Performers: Rosalind Campbell, Angel Cooper, Melody Forrest Redined313 plays inspirational lyrics over upbeat music and positive messages. —— Gerald Perkins Live Gospel Experience Gerald Perkins sings inspirational and contemporary Gospel songs for all ages. —— Jermatic, Thomasina, and Djim Job Performers: Jermatic […]
Launching in July 2021, Providence Waterways, produced by Doors Open RI, is a multimedia, collaborative, storytelling project. Through a combination of online and onsite experiences, Providence Waterways invites you to immerse yourself in place-based stories, sounds, and events that explore Providence's water. Three primary portals will guide our journey through Providence's waterways: StoryMap: History, short […]
Join us for another PVDFest Happening: the Harry Kizirian Back to School Bash! There will be refreshments, backpacks for children, arts & crafts, and fun & games. The Bash will also feature face painting and performances by Circus Dynamics! To best protect others, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends that you continue to […]
Join us to celebrate the life and legacy of Billy Taylor! This fun event will have food, games, performances by Chachi Carvahlo and John Hope and a special appearance by Dee Gomes. This event was made possible by PVDFest, Olney Street Baptist Church, and Vincent Brown Recreation Center! To best protect others, the Rhode Island […]
