THEATER TRIPS

The Providence Performing Arts Center is an easy trip!

The Providence Performing Arts Center is completely restored to its former glory and is a fitting setting for the splendid Broadway productions that grace its calendar.  Recently we've seen Jersey Boys, Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, Mary Poppins, White Christmas, Cabaret, Pippin, Memphis, Evita, Kinky Boots, Blue Man Group, Dirty Dancing, Bullets over Broadway, Wicked, Sister Act, War Horse, Cinderella, Wicked, Mamma Mia!, Book of Mormon, Lion King, Chicago, 42nd Street, King & I, The Bodyguard, On Your Feet!, Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, American in Paris, Hello Dolly!, Something Rotten, Miss Saigon, Anastasia, Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Come from Away, Hadestown, and Jersey Boys.  We hope you'll consider joining us for theater really soon.  For best availability, remember to purchase your seats at least 60 days prior to the performance.

PPAC COVID-19 Policy Guidelines

Face coverings are recommended, but not required, nor are proof of vaccination or COVID testing.

PLEASE NOTE: These policies may vary with specific upcoming shows and guest artists, so please continue to check the Health and Safety page at ppacri.org

Water for Elephants

December 7, 2025 - The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical. After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams.  Your trip includes deluxe motor coach transportation and an orchestra seat for the performance.  At Providence Performing Arts Center.  $120

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze

December 20, 2025 - This show dazzles in a whimsical holiday spectacular, blending Broadway-style production with contemporary circus arts. As the longest running cirque holiday theatrical event, HOLIDAZE brings storybook characters to life on stage with an original music score, twists on holiday classics and stunning new sets. A beloved tradition for all ages, this ultimate holiday gift is sure to put a twinkle in your eye!  Includes deluxe motor coach transportation and an orchestra seat for the performance.  $120

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Clue at PPAC

January 17, 2026 - Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench?  Based on the classic Hasbro board game, CLUE is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.  Includes deluxe motor coach transportation and an orchestra seat for the performance.  Snow date is January 18, 2026.  $120

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Kimberly Akimbo at PPAC

May 9, 2026 - Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush … and possible felony charges. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure.  Winner Best Musical.  Includes deluxe motor coach transportation and an orchestra seat for the performance.  $120

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Disney’s The Lion King

May 21, 2026 - More than 120 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING, and now you can, too, when Providence’s best-loved musical returns to PPAC.  Includes deluxe motor coach transportation and an orchestra seat for the performance.  $130

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