Tag: PVDFest
City officials kick off PVDFest weekend
PROVIDENCE – City and arts leaders on Thursday formally rolled out the proverbial red carpet for the return of PVDFest, transforming Rhode Island’s capital...
FirstWorks founding director Pletcher leaving at end of year
PROVIDENCE – Kathleen Pletcher in 2004 saw a vision to enrich Rhode Island’s cultural, educational and economic vitality through world-class performing arts and education.
That...
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A lot to celebrate in R.I. food scene
There were many bright spots in the local restaurant scene this past summer, including the recent PVDFest that was hailed by downtown restaurateurs as...
Does Providence Mayor Brett P. Smiley have the right approach to...
This year’s PVDFest was widely cheered by vendors and revelers alike, a year after Providence Mayor Brett P. Smiley’s administration faced a torrent of...
What’s ahead for the next PVDFest?
PVDFest may not have completely reverted to its historically gritty roots when it took place Sept. 6-7, but this year’s signature arts and culture...
Fun was back with PVDFest
Sunny skies no doubt helped public perceptions of this year’s PVDFest – and last year’s soggy disaster was easy to improve on.
But the administration...
Fall forward? Smiley says September best for PVDFest
PROVIDENCE – In the aftermath of this year’s PVDFest, Mayor Brett P. Smiley says he remains open to changes to the city's premier arts...
Providence ramping up for PVDFest’s downtown return
PROVIDENCE – After months of preparation, city officials, organizers and some local artists on Wednesday expressed their excitement for this year's PVDFest with Mayor...
Five Questions With: Kathleen Pletcher
Kathleen Pletcher is the executive director of FirstWorks, a Providence-based performing arts nonprofit. The organization is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Pletcher spoke...
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