One of the more remarkable feats of Peter Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture,” is how he manages to cram a bit of European geopolitical history into 15…
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New Weekend Programs Starting August 5th
Exciting changes are coming to your weekend program lineup on RIPR. The new shows will bring humor, insights and inspiration to your listening. The…
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Trinity Rep Holds Onto The Rare Model Of A Resident Acting Company
We brought you the news last week that Barbara Orson , one of the founders of Trinity Rep in Providence, passed away. Orson’s legacy extends beyond the…
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Newport Folk Fest Kicks Off This Weekend
The annual event begins Friday in the City by the Sea. The three-day festival is one of the marquee events of Newport’s lucrative tourist season.
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Elmer Booze, The Man Behind The Piano At The Newport Music Festival
Behind every great pianist, is a page-turner. And at the Newport Music Festival – which turns 50 next year – that page-turner is Elmer Booze.
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Audio Postcard: Contemporary Works Infiltrate Newport’s Art Scene, At Least For The Summer
The art scene in Newport is known for maritime seascapes and portraits of the city’s Gilded Age wealth. But recently, an influx of challenging…
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RI Artscape: Trump As Caesar? Just How Far Can Theater Go?
Earlier this month in New York a production of Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” depicted a Caesar complete with fluffy, golden hair and a very long, red,…
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Skateboarders Take To The Streets Of Downtown Providence
Skateboard wheels hit the pavement Wednesday across Rhode Island’s capital city to celebrate national “Go Skateboarding Day.” Dozens of skaters gathered…
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This I Believe Rhode Island: A Stranger's Help
Every life has its share of crises—of course, we hope few in number with lots and lots of time in between. No one wants it, but some relationships crash…
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Virtual Reality Tool Aims To Change How Students Learn About Gaspee Affair
Over the weekend the city of Warwick celebrated the 245th anniversary of the burning of the British ship, the HMS Gaspee. Many Rhode Islanders consider…
