I haven't spent very much time in Providence - but hope to go back because there are some pretty…read moresweet places in town. I was excited to see that the Lion King was playing at the Providence Performing Arts Center! The theater is very easy to get to and there is a ton of parking nearby. Admissions was swift and not crowded - they definitely are organized and know how to keep the traffic moving. They sell various snacks and some are even locally made like the popcorn I bought. The venue itself is beautiful, especially the theater. The seats are as you would expect - velvety and small. The sound and lights were great. I really enjoyed the show. I will say that at times, I felt distracted - it seemed like the audience was louder than I expected - especially with the snack bags. Oh well, what can you do At intermission the women's bathroom was a little bit of a you know what. But this seems to be a common problem with older theaters. Regardless, I had a great time and would def come back to see another show!

The PPAC is a staple in Providence theater and never disappoints. The establishment has been here…read morefor a long time, but they keep it maintained. I went to see The Lion King and it was fabulous! The theater is small enough to capture the details without binoculars or an additional screen. The music was captivating. The colors were vivid. The storyline was familiar, and the characters were great. I would absolutely go back to PPAC to watch this play, and looking forward to other plays coming later this year and next year.

Went to the annual Homecoming Concert last night. What a…read moreshow! There were several different artists to include - Atwater-Donnelly Yacouba Diabate The Exiles Andrew McIntosh & Kyle Forsthoff Torrin Ryan Kim Trusty The Vox Hunters All the acts were different, but a lot of them called people up on stage from other acts and it was a very fun and friendly group! Thanks again to Bob for letting us know about this. Check out their website for upcoming concerts! Plenty of free parking too!

This building is located right at a T-intersection with a large easy to access parking lot. It…read morecontains a large area in front of a lifted stage that fits about 60 without breaking fire codes. There's a fancy unisex bathroom on the bottom floor where the large area is but on the second floor with the tiny balcony overlooking the room there are two additional bathrooms. I come here for the amazing Zumba / Zumba Toning classes taught by April Hilliker on Monday nights and special events (http://aprilh.zumba.com) and if you're looking for high energy and lots of fun, this woman definitely gives it! With only a large stage speaker and an Ipod she'll leave you sweating up a storm in the 1 - 2 hours you're there! In her words, you'll "look better than you did coming in" :) Very inexpensive classes and on some days you'll be lucky to get a spot where you have enough room to move so get here early if you can to claim your spot! Oh and entrance to her classes are on the ramp on the side of the building leading to the bottom. You'll usually can't miss it when the music is blasting!

Our friend who lives in Providence discovered the Wilbury Theatre Group completely by accident, as…read moreshe was looking for activities for us to do during our visit. We managed to catch the opening night showing of Once while we were in town and really enjoyed ourselves. I believe it's first-come-first-served seating, so I do recommend coming early if you want a specific seat. We were a little bit late and arrived about 15 minutes before the show and somehow managed to get the last 3 seats together. The show was great - it felt like very intimate, which was a completely different experience to my first time seeing Once, which was on Broadway in a huge theater.

An award-winning, not-for-profit professional theatre company, The Wilbury Theatre Group engages…read morethe community in thought-provoking conversation through new works, reimagined classics and adventurous playmaking. The theater's leadership group is idealistic, ambitious, and stubborn in their mission to create theatre that entertains, enlightens, and inspires. I volunteer as an usher and I have enjoyed many of the thought provoking productions that make you think...many out of the box. The director of the group, Josh Short has the vision to bring to Providence, many plays and productions that provide a platform for diverse voices and perspectives, with performances that tackle a wide range of contemporary themes and incubate new ideas through clear storytelling and artistic innovation. They have many levels of tickets, with some of them being offered as "pay what you can", to allow all people to enjoy good theater. Their new setup at the Waterfire Arts Center on Valley street, provides a solid venue with great facilities and parking for all patrons, including a bar and a nice roomy lobby.

I've been to Kismet a number of times and have always had a great time! The vibe is warm and…read morefriendly, the classes are great as well as their diverse selection of improv shows to watch . You can even get up there and join the Jam every Friday night!

Such a funny show! I especially liked the musical improv. They do classes and also stand up…read morecomedy

My three daughters are dancers at Dancin Spirit. Since day one in 2016 we felt welcomed, we felt…read moreincluded, we felt at home. We took a break in 2019 for personal reasons but when we came back in 2023 it was like the time never passed, we felt the same positivity, and love in the studio. We recommend Dancin Spirit. I promise you that you'll never be disappointed. Your child will thrive, feel loved, and included. Their experience will be enriching and unforgettable. DS4L

I LOVE THIS STUDIO! Both my girls have dance there and they love it! My oldest has been there 12…read moreyears - stating her 13th season with them! And my youngest was born on that studio! We love the teachers , the parents and all the dancers. It takes a village to have two competitive dances and this dance village always comes thru! My girls have grown , learned and made so many beautiful friendships and memories that they will never forget!

Went here for a fundraiser...my body was so sore the next day! It was a great workout, and I am not…read morethe flirty little type, but felt really comfortable in the class and trying to be a little sexier made the workout more fun. I had a blast laughing at myself and felt really proud of myself when I was the first one in the group to be able to get upside down. I wish it were in Cranston or closer to me... yes, I'm that much of a Rhode Islander.

Bored with your workout? Take one of these classes! Went yesterday and had so much fun! I cannot…read morebelieve how sore I am, I think I used every muscle in my body!! Jennifer, the owner, is a great teacher and made me feel comfortable even though I had never sinve anything like that. The other people in the class, the regulars, were very nice and encouraging. I'll definitely be going back!

The programs at the school are amazing. The most interesting and fun ways to learn. Great staff…read moreand parents. My 16 year old son is there and enjoys every minute. He has made some great friends and is learning so much. I have been in the music business my whole life and tell every one how I wish I had something like School Of Rock when I was a kid.

I would highly recommend this music school. I caught a community performance recently and all of…read morethe kids could proficiently play instruments and it looked effortless. All the kids looked relaxed and happy as well which is worth its weight in gold. The arts get so overlooked in the various school districts in the area, definitely check out this school. in the grand scheme of this short term investment has long term gains.