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“What Problem?” Explores Race and Belonging

Twenty-six Providence community members join Tony-Award-winning dancer Bill T. Jones, his ten-member company and four vocalists for “What Problem?”

Edelinda Baptista,

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Daniel Bernard Roumain’s “The Telling” Displays Hard Truths of Society with Performance Stories

Violinist and activist Daniel Bernard Roumain gives a voice to those without the means or audience to do so, accompanied by impactful music, poems and dance during this PVDFest Happening.

Edelinda Baptista,

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FirstWorks To Host Ukrainian Quartet DakhaBrakha at the Strand Ballroom

DakhaBrakha’s musical fusion aims to raise awareness and support for their war-torn homeland.

Anna Downes,

Q and A With Music Artist Flawless Real Talk

Before his homecoming performance at FirstWorks’ Summer Beats Concert on July 24, rapper and entrepreneur Flawless gets real about his rise to fame, experience on Netflix show Rhythm + Flow, his venture with We The Label and more.

Edelinda Baptista,

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Preview: PVDFest 2022

A look ahead into what you can expect at the return of Providence’s signature arts celebration this weekend.

Casey Croft,

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Amadou and Mariam and the Blind Boys  of Alabama Merge Afro-Pop and Gospel For the Soul

Presented by FirstWorks, the two musical groups blend their music styles together to create heartwarming melodies.

Edelinda Baptista,

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“The Seeing” Exhibit Explores Questions of Today’s Society With Six Impactful Films

Music, spoken word poetry and dance speak volumes throughout “The Seeing” exhibit, composed with films scored by violinist and activist Daniel Bernard Roumain and other collaborators.

Edelinda Baptista,

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5 Virtual Art, Dance and Event Opportunities

Here are some creative ways to get some virtual culture and entertainment back into our lives.

Theresa Brown

10 Can’t-Miss Events at This Weekend’s PVDFest

Here are some of our top can’t-miss events for the weekend including food, performances, kids crafts, a parade and more.

RIM Staff

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See Sky-High Dance and More at This Year's PVDFest

The four-day event is June 6 to June 9.

Alyssa K. Anderson