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RISE to present short play festival

May 10-12!

 

 

RISE is thrilled to announce its second annual SOAPS: Skits and One Act Play Showcase!
 
New voices. New perspectives. New stories.

WHEN:
May 10-12, 2024
Friday and Saturday performances: 7:30
Sunday performance: 2:00
 
WHERE: Beacon Charter High School, 320 Main St., Woonsocket RI
ADMISSION: $17 General
 
An additional $2 fee will apply for at-the-door sales
 
Tickets available now at www.ristage.org
 
This year, we are thrilled to present eight works from up-and-coming playwrights and directors:
 
“The Institute of Love,” by Jack Rushton
“Film or Death," by Bill Maya, directed by Am Wyckoff
“That Day is Coming, Every Day is Coming,” by Cameron Scott
“Welcome to Peculiar,” by Joseph Wallace
“Casey at the Bat,” directed by Joe Lanctot
“Sorry Wrong Number,” directed by Roy Laurent
“Speed Dating,” by Curt Stickland
“Landscaping,” by Curt Stickland
 
Every play will be performed at every performance! 
 
Now in our 17th season, Rhode Island Stage Ensemble is one of the pre-eminent theater companies of northern Rhode Island. RISE’s mission is to provide quality, affordable theater performances and high-caliber education programs for children, youth, and adults.
 
Please don't hesitate to contact me! I'd love to discuss how this production and its actors connect to YOUR local community! Please help us support the arts in Northern Rhode Island!
 
Sincerely,
Christian O’Neill
Artistic Director, Rhode Island Stage Ensemble
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