Looking for some tips on what to do this weekend and beyond? We’ve got you covered. Here are a few recommendations from Ocean State Media's afternoon host, Mareva Lindo, and executive producer, James Baumgartner.
The Crucible at Granite Theatre
Arthur Miller’s 1953 play is a fictionalized account of the Salem witch trials of the 1690s. It is widely seen as an allegory for the Red Scare, McCarthyism and the Hollywood blacklist and it’s still relevant to today’s politics. This community theater production in Westerly punches above its weight with some moving performances.
When: On now through October 25 with performances Thursdays - Sundays.
Where: Granite Theatre, 1 Granite Street, Westerly
Proof at URI Theater
This Pulitzer- and Tony Award-winning play is about Catherine, the daughter of Robert, a recently deceased brilliant but mentally ill mathematician. After his death, she must navigate her grief, her estranged sister Claire’s plans for her, and the romantic interest of Hal, a former student of her father’s, all while a potentially groundbreaking mathematical proof is discovered among her father’s papers, forcing her to confront her own potential for both genius and instability. The play explores themes of love, loss, legacy and the elusive nature of truth, blending science with human emotion.
When: Oct. 16 - 25
Where: Fine Arts Center, University of Rhode Island, Kingston
Brahms & Beethoven
The RI Philharmonic celebrates the two Bs of classical music with Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor,” Brahms Symphony No. 3 and Hubert Parry’s “Elegy for Brahms.” There’s a casual ‘rush hour’ concert on Friday and then the main performance on Saturday.
When: Friday, Oct. 16, 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Vets, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence
URI Guitar and Mandolin Festival
The festival starts this Sunday and runs through Sunday the 25th. It features many amazing international performers who are playing concerts and holding workshops. On Wednesday, there’s a performance called “Celebration of Strings,” featuring a string quartet with mandolin and guitar. And the marquee concert on Sunday, Oct. 25, features internationally acclaimed classical guitarist Eliot Fisk
When: Oct. 17 through Oct. 25
Where: University of Rhode Island, Edwards Hall (and other venues)
Mariachi Herencia de México
The popular Latin Grammy-nominated band is coming to the Zeiterion Theater this weekend to perform traditional mariachi music, along with salsa, son jarocho, cumbia and other styles from across the Caribbean and Central and South America. You might recognize Mexican classics like La Llorona and Paloma Negra, as well as music from the animated film Coco.
When: Oct. 17, 8:00 p.m.
Where: Zeiterion Theater, 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA
Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival
Savor local favorites, including fish tacos, lobster rolls, stuffies, chowder, fried calamari, clams, oysters and more, as well as signature cocktails and cold beer under Bowen’s Wharf’s colorful tents. Plus live music!
When: Oct. 17 & 18, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Where: Bowen’s Wharf, Newport
RI Festival of Children’s Books and Authors
This all-day event features more than a dozen authors talking about their books and signing copies.
When: Oct. 17, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Where: The Lincoln School, 301 Butler Ave, Providence
