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Dear Providence,
Welcome to the fall edition of The Providence Palette—your guide to the vibrant art scene in Providence and beyond! This issue is packed with a variety of upcoming events, from captivating performances by community theater groups to musicals and inspiring art exhibitions. Plus, we couldn't let the season pass without some festive flair, so you'll find a selection of family-friendly Halloween events to add a spooky touch to your fall plans.
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If you haven't got the chance yet, don't miss the current art exhibit in my office featuring stunning works of local Hispanic artists. This exhibit is open until the end of the month, offering a perfect opportunity to enjoy local talent. And with early voting now underway at the Jim Scott Community Center (see hours here), why not make a plan to cast your ballot and take in some beautiful art at the same time?
I hope this season's artistic offerings inspire you and add a little extra color to your fall.
Let the shows begin!
Supervisor Dalia Palchik
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Art @ The PARC Opening Reception
October 19th from 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Gallery Viewing
October 19th - December 14th
Closing Reception
December 14th from 12:00 - 5:00 pm
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Love Letters
thru October 26th
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 pm
Sundays at 2:00 pm
Through decades of letters, this play captures a profound connection as Melissa, a free-spirited artist, and Andrew, a driven lawyer, navigate love, ambition, and personal growth, sharing their deepest thoughts and dreams.
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Middle School Theatre Festival
December 9th - 11th
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for a day of celebrating middle school theatre! Schools across the DMV are invited to perform a 30-minute piece of their choice—be it a one-act, scenes, musical excerpts, or student work. At the end, each school will present their "buddy school" with Feste Awards, highlighting standout acting and technical moments.
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Laughs in Spanish
December 12th - 29th
Various showtimes
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Miami’s Wynwood arts district with a hilarious glimpse into Cuban and Colombian-American culture. As Art Basel nears, Mariana, the director of a trendy art gallery, faces a crisis: her gallery is now a crime scene. Blending comedy and heartfelt family moments, the play follows Mariana and her eccentric crew, including her larger-than-life mother, as they scramble to save the show.
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Sondheim Tribute Revue
thru October 27th
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:00 pm
Sundays at 2:00 pm
Experience a dazzling musical revue celebrating the genius of Stephen Sondheim, one of Broadway’s most influential composers and lyricists. Eight talented performers will take you on an unforgettable journey through over 20 Sondheim classics, featuring songs from Company, Into the Woods, Sweeney Todd, Merrily We Roll Along, and more.
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Alice in Wonderland
November 8th - 24th
Fridays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays at 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Sundays at 2:00 pm & 4:00 pm
“Curiouser and curiouser!” Join Alice as she ventures down the rabbit hole on a whimsical journey through Wonderland. Meet all your favorite characters, from The White Rabbit to The Queen of Hearts, in this musical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale. Perfect for the whole family, this production offers a delightfully “mad” day at the Cauldron in a fresh, bilingual format.
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October 19th at 8:00 pm
Celebrate Maestro Zimmerman's 15th Anniversary season with dynamic works by American music legends Bernstein and Copland. Immerse yourself in Bernstein’s lively rhythms capturing New York City's spirit, and journey through America's landscapes with Copland's iconic ballet score.
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Melodies of Inspiration
November 23rd at 8:00 pm
Experience Beethoven's lyrical and profound piano concerto performed by renowned pianist Jeremy Denk, a MacArthur "Genius" Fellow and Avery Fisher Prize winner. Praised for his ability to engage listeners, Denk is a celebrated artist recently elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
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Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker with The Fairfax Ballet
December 21st & 22nd at 4:00 pm
Enjoy a winter wonderland featuring dancing Snowflakes, Candy Canes, and epic battles between Toy Soldiers and Mischievous Mice, along with the Sugar Plum Fairy and Nutcracker Prince. The Fairfax Symphony partners with The Fairfax Ballet to present the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, uniquely accompanied by a live orchestra. Experience Tchaikovsky’s score performed live by the Fairfax Symphony, featuring guest soloists from the New York City Ballet—Emily Kikta as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Aaron Sanz as the Cavalier.
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Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
thru October 27th
Saturdays and Sundays at 4:00 pm
In the treacherous mountains of Transylvania, a timid English real estate agent embarks on a perilous journey to meet a new client: the terrifying Count Dracula! As female vampire hunter Jean Van Helsing and her team chase Dracula from Transylvania to the British countryside and back to London, their antics promise to elevate your heart rate and unleash screams—of laughter!
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Disney's The Haunchback of Notre Dame
December 7th - January 12th
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm
Sundays at 2:00 pm
The musical opens with the bells of Notre Dame ringing in fifteenth-century Paris. Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer who yearns to be "Out There," escapes his cruel caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, to experience the Feast of Fools. Though treated harshly by the crowd, he finds kindness from the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda. Both Captain Phoebus and Frollo are captivated by her, leading to a rivalry as Frollo plots to destroy the Roma. It’s up to Quasimodo to save them all.
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October 18th - 20th
Various showtimes
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Oakton High School
12 Angry Jurors
- 7:00 pm on October 23rd and 25th
The Crucible
- 7:00 pm on October 24th and 26th
The Play That Goes Wrong (High School Edition)
- Various showtimes on November 14th through 16th
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Lear by Shakespeare
- Various showtimes on November 8th, 9th, 15th, and 16th
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Puffs
- Various showtimes on November 14th through 16th
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Metamorphoses
- November 14th, 15th, and 16th
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The Phantom Tollbooth
- 7:00 pm on November 18th, 20th, 22nd, December 4th, and 6th
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Sense and Sensibility
- Various showtimes on November 21st through 24th
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Much Ado About Nothing
- Various showtimes on November 21st, 22nd, and 23rd
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