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Brian Cabral

Providence Mini Maker Faire Stage 2-24 Moulton Lane, Providence, RI, United States

Brian Cabral Solo Looping artist

Hope in the Ever-living Now: Writers Respond to Frederick Douglass’s “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” – a virtual program of PVDFest Ideas

Downtown Providence, Providence, RI, United States

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 […]

FREE

PVDFest in the Park: NOH Face & Friends and Belly Dance by Eunice

Riverside Park Aleppo Street, Providence, RI, United States

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 […]

Free

Pageant for Providence

BankNewport City Center (Providence Rink) 2 Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI, United States

The Pageant for Providence is a free, COVID-safe artistic experience in Providence on August 13th, 14th and 15th! The Pageant for Providence celebrates the Providence community, provides space to reflect and reckon with the past year, and offers an opportunity for healing and catharsis as we dream into what post-pandemic life will look like. It […]

PVDFest in the Park: Refined313, Gerald Perkins Live Gospel Experience and Jermatic, Thomasina, + Djim Job

Dexter Park Parade St & Willow St, Providence, RI, United States

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 […]

Free

Harry Kizirian Elementary School’s Back to School Bash

Father Lenon Park, Providence, RI 60 Camden Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

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 […]

Providence Speaks Poetry & Storytelling

Billy Taylor Park 124-144 Camp Street, Providence, RI, United States

Join us for an open mic, spoken-word night of healing, reflection, and community dialogue! All are encouraged to come and share. The theme of the night is "I Am." Performer: Orange Live Orange Live will be the emcee of the evening. Damont Combs is a poet from Southside Jamaica Queens and a graduate with a […]

PVDFest in the Park: Tell Your Truth – Speak Up

India Point Park 201 India Street, Providence, RI, United States

"Tell your Truth" returns to India Point Park to provide space where folks can speak candidly on the mic about trauma, injustice, connection, love and other topics. Anyone who has something important to say and wants their voice to be heard, be sure to join us for this special event. Orange Live will be the […]

Free

Amazing Ivan’s Insane Illusions Magic Show

Kennedy Plaza Downtown Providence, Providence, RI, United States

Award-winning sleight of hand artist Ivan Michael performs at over 100 special events every year. He customizes entertainment with client messages to bring humor, fun, and motivation to in-person & virtual events. Lady Gaga said “Ivan’s skills are crazy!”, while Uma Thurman said, “Ivan’s Show is great!”. And when Ivan broke the World Record for […]

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