Stone Soup is one of those wonderful things that's kind of un-rateable…read more Hard, metal, beige folding chairs can't really dock you when you're run on love! It's a pop-up folk music venue that's currently in a wee church auditorium in Pawtucket, but has changed venues over its 30 years of existence. Stone Soup was named for the folk tale in which a traveler wanders into a town, and when he's denied food he starts stirring a pot of "stone soup" consisting of a stone and water. The townspeople are curious and he tells them one at a time that he just needs a bit of garnish, a carrot, etc. until the community coming together makes a legit delicious soup. Perfect name for an organization that's entirely volunteer operated - all for the music - down to the subsidized Coffee Exchange coffee. Put somethin' in the pot and catch some great acoustic tunes.

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I played trumpet at this theater several times in past for various artists and each time I have a…read moreblast but November 4th 2023 was extraordinary with Tabanka Djaz. All staffs and musicians got there early and we took time to prepare the show for excellence. Great people are working there with warmth and professionalism in very relaxed way so that no matter what happens show is very successful and happy through my experience here. I enjoy coming here from Boston area but parking can be tough so everyone come here, get early enough for good parking spot. Great musical experience !

The Strand Ballroom & Theatre (formerly the Paramount Theatre, Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel and commonly…read moreThe Strand) is a live music venue located in downtown Providence. The theatre opened in 1915 as a vaudeville theatre and later became a cinema and concert venue. I have been to the Strand several times for concerts and live shows. It's a small venue with a busy calendar and very expensive concessions. It used to be called Lupo's until 2017 when it was renamed the Strand. The few times I've been, the shows have not started on time and they are not very good telling you what the delay is about....nevertheless, it's a place for live music for young and old to get entertained.

So cover bands in bars at 11AM totally need to be a thing!…read more The Monkees tribute band Zilch! was originally booked for 2PM but the time was moved up because of the impending Snowicane. Myrtle, which I think is one of the coolest bars I've ever seen (it has its own in-house boutique!) was packed this morning. They served a $15 brunch which looked great but, since I had just eaten breakfast, I chose to forego and enjoyed a delicious Irish coffee ($12) instead. This might be my go-to bar from now on. Street parking; get there early.

Still a favorite spot to see local bands! Myrtle hosts a great variety of music genres - from folk…read moreto punk, there's truly something for everyone. They also have fun holiday parties. We have been to NYE and Halloween parties here and they did not disappoint! I haven't been to any of the burlesque shows yet but I definitely want to check that out. Friendly staff, delicious cocktails, good vibes always. There's no food but they sometimes have food trucks out back and you can bring pizza over from Jeff's across the street.

I've definitely seen some cool things at AS220, & I'm super glad & grateful for the programming…read morethey put out there. They make use of all of their space, coordinating music, burlesque, theater, art shows, etc, to be highlighted in the spot that makes the most sense for the medium. Does that make sense? No corner goes unused, you know? Once is a fluke, twice is a coincidence, & thrice is a pattern, right? Well then, unfortunately, the pattern here is that the bar staff is astronomically rude ): Like, noticeably mean. I wouldn't consider coming here for food or bev if there wasn't a very specific reason/show going on that I wanted to attend. That aside, I still have wonderful things to say about AS220 as an entity. Just a heads up for showgoers.

One Providence Place…read more Advertised as follows: The year is 2003. Providence Place is in its youth, only four years old and shining with promise. Deep in the bowels of this commercial complex, a group of friends carve out a secret 750 sq. ft. home for themselves, away from the prying eyes of mall security and the daylight reminder of things they would rather not think about. But what comes of letting our hurt take up too much room inside of us? Does every empty space always need to be filled? Or sometimes, is it all right to let what is hollow stay hollow? Loosely inspired by a true story, One Providence Place is an original 90-minute musical dramedy about art, grief, family, and the most carpeted mall in America. The space- Black Box: The Black Box is a nice little space nestled all the way to the right of AS220. Enough to fit about 30-40 audience members. Every seat is a good seat and it has it's own bathrooms. The play: It was more drama than comedy. I was not expecting that. After re-reading the description, they advertised it as dealing with grief and it was more a play about exactly that. I wanted it to be more comical and closer to the actual story. It wasn't my cup of tea but Kudos where judos is deserved. Someone had a vision and they went after it! Everyone knew their lines, their was some excitement, there were songs, they used their space well. Overall a dedicated group of artists did their craft and kudos to them. I always appreciate bathroom art.

Thanks to a friend for inviting me to join him at The Blue Room in Pawtuxet Village last night…read more My burger was delicious, the staff were lovely (shout-out to owner Jen!) the music was terrific and the atmosphere was chill. It's also a great time whenever you run into local legends Len Cabral and Rose Weaver If you like jazz, good food and drink in a location with a real neighborhood vibe, I highly recommend checking it out! Plenty of available parking, both on the street and in the private lot next to the dry cleaners on the corner, where there are dedicated spots for Blue Room patrons.

This was our first time here. It's a cute place and it was a full house! Definitely make…read morereservations like we did! We sat near the windows so that was nice. We came here because Lisa Bello was performing. These are the same owners as The District so you know you are going to enjoy yourself! The menu is very limited. The food we got was yummy! We will definitely go back!

I've driven past this place countless times and had no idea it was even there! I ended up here on a…read morewhim after buying tickets to a Candlelight Concert, and I was pleasantly surprised by the venue overall. It turns out this 750-seat auditorium hosts all kinds of events--concerts, lectures, movie screenings, dance competitions, and more. The space is modern and understated, no frills, with a clean interior and very comfortable seating. There's a small entry foyer with concessions, including snacks, water, and even alcohol. The staff were friendly and helpful, though there was a bit of a hiccup with the ticket scanners at the start. Thankfully, they sorted it out quickly and were great about helping us find our section. For this event, seating was open across several tiers, which gave us a chance to explore and settle where we felt most comfortable. Staff were visible throughout the evening, helping guests find restrooms and keeping things running smoothly without being disruptive. There's free parking in a couple of adjacent lots, plus plenty of street parking. It was fairly chaotic pulling out of there after the show as it had a small footprint but there were staff outside working to assist the flow of traffic. The venue is also fully accessible, which is always great to see. I'd absolutely attend another event here!

I visited this venue for the first time to attend the Candlelight Concert featuring The Nutcracker…read moreand other Christmas hits. Here are my thoughts: The Venue: I was pleasantly surprised by this venue--it's spacious, offers a good view of the stage from just about anywhere, and the legroom is far better than PPAC's (a definite win). I'm shocked I hadn't heard of this place sooner, considering I've lived in Rhode Island for 12 years. It's a great spot for smaller productions like the Candlelight Concert. The Candlelight Concert (staged by Fever): For a ticket under $50 per person in Section A, knowing I was coming to see a string quartet, I wasn't expecting Yo-Yo Ma. I kept an open mind, and for the most part, the musicians delivered. They were clearly gig players, but they were talented enough for this type of event. Winter from The Four Seasons especially moved me. That said, the concert felt short, and the repertoire didn't match what was publicized. There were several lesser-known pieces on the playlist, which felt out of place. Additionally, the show started 15 minutes late due to wintry weather conditions. I did enjoy the candlelight concept--the fake candles lining the stage and venue were surprisingly classy and added a warm, cozy vibe. One odd thing was the request for tips at the end of the performance. It caught me off guard and felt a bit unusual for this type of event. Would I return? Yes. I appreciated the accessibility and down-to-earth vibe of the performance, even if my companions didn't feel the same.

How am I a native RIer who had never been to The Met for a show before?…read more Hey Ninteen drew me in. The facility definitely gave me Coney Island freak show vibes inside. It was probably the hand painted art inside with red curtains adorning them. I have to day the photos were quite captivating. Makes the place seem more inviting. The guys at the front were nice. I was rocking Malibu and pineapple all night. Heavy handed with the pour, thanks, but still had flavor. The show was set up with chairs. Thanks for the option but I wanted to stand. People did what they wanted but it was nice that a dance floor area right in front of the stage was left open for when Kid Charlemagne hit! Large bathroom, pretty clean. 2 bars and a little entry way for long lines getting in or a smoking area. Great size for an intimate show.

Loved my first time coming here for a show. The sound was great, staff was friendly and helpful,…read morespace was nice and had plenty of room. Will be back