Now operated and managed by Spectacle Live, a New England premier promoter and venue management company, The Historic Park Theatre & Event Center (The Park) will come to life on Friday, October 4th, 2024, with Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert, a live production set to music of the popular fantasy film starring David Bowie.
Experience Jim Henson’s original masterpiece Labyrinth like never before! Imagine watching the full movie in a historic theatre with outstanding acoustics, as a live band performs in sync with David Bowie’s original vocals, playing the songs and score composed by Bowie and Trevor Jones. Feel the power of the music from the cult classic live!
Don’t miss this exceptional event that brings beloved characters, epic music, and breathtaking visuals from the Labyrinth universe to life in an exciting fusion of film and live music. Not to mention, taking part in a very special Rhode Island live theater community event.
The re-opening of the Historic Park Theatre could not have come at a better time, 2024 marks the venue’s 100th year of operation. Recently refurbished, The Park is now a fully equipped multi-purpose performing arts center with seating for approximately 1,000 patrons. Past notable performers include Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Buddy Guy, Ann Wilson, Spyro Gyra, The Beach Boys, and Ani DiFranco.
October events at The Park include Jake Shimabukuro, the Ukulele master who has taken the four-string, two-octave instrument to places no one could have imagined on Saturday, October 5th, and a tribute to the music of the bands Foreigner and Journey with the band Foreigners Journey on Friday, October 11th.
November at The Park kicks off with a very special concert with “It Was Fifty Years Ago Today” that pays tribute to the music of The Beatles. The tribute band features and all-star line-up with multi- Grammy Award artist Christopher Cross, acclaimed reggae vocalist Maxi Priest, David Pack (Original Lead Singer of Ambrosia), Jason Scheff (longtime lead singer of Chicago), and Badfinger featuring Joey Molland. The talented group of musicians have Come Together to celebrate The Beatles by performing fan favorites from the iconic albums Let it Be and Hey Jude, as well as their own classic hits. This tribute act captures the spirit of the original recordings, offering fans an unforgettable live experience.
November shows at The Park include some of the biggest names to tour through RI this season with John Lodge of The Moddy Blues (Nov 14), Lonestar (Nov 16), Dionne Warwick (Nov 17), the Rocky Mountain High Experience® featuring Rick Schuler (Nov 22) and the powerful one-man stage play A Bronx Tale Live featuring – Chazz Palminteri. That is one packed month of quality entertainment under one roof that Spectacle Live has put together. December is also plentiful with great shows that include a number of holiday themed events.
As a social media platform that heavily promotes live entertainment and theater throughout Rhode Island, EastProvHospitality.com plans on attending many shows at The Park and looks forward to seeing you there!
For a complete list of all the great shows coming to The Park in 2024 and beyond, visit their website at www.theparkri.com and follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/theparkri. The Park Theatre is located on 848 Park Avenue in Cranston, RI. The Box Office hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
In addition to The Park Theatre, Spectacle Live proudly manages and promotes shows at a number of other quality venues throughout New England. By becoming a Spectacle Live Member, you will be the first to know all about the concerts and live events coming to all of their participating venues that include JPT Film & Event Center in Newport, RI and several other theatres within Massachusetts and New Hampshire. For membership details visit www.spectaclelive.com/memberships
