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"Much Ado About Nothing" -- Pawtucket
Now through November 29, 2009
Not about nothing, the Bard's "Much Ado About Nothing" casts the serious themes of love, fear of commitment, jealousy and retribution in a sexy, sizzling, side-splitting comedy about two very different (and equally convoluted!) courtships. Location: The Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange Street.Dates: Wednesday through Sunday. Times vary. See website for details. Information: 401-723-4266 or visit www.gammtheatre.org

Mechanical Menagerie at the Providence Children's Museum -- Providence
Now through January 31, 2010
See a new exhibit of creatures fashioned from recycled electronics and other repurposed junk by Providence artist Ann P. Smith. View eye-popping sculptures of lizards, goats, birds, bugs, an antelope, a jellyfish and more are created from disassembled computers, discarded cell phones and other mangled machines and salvaged scraps and see what parts you can identify. Location: Providence Children's Museum, 100 South Street. Time: Tuesday-Sunday and Monday school holidays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: Free with $7.50 museum admission. Information: 401-273-5437 or visit www.childrenmuseum.org

“Shooting Star” -- Providence
Now through November 22, 2009
A young man and woman fell in love in college, and promised each other they’d change the world. Twenty years later, they meet unexpectedly in a snow-bound airport. Sharing stories deep into the night, they discover who they’ve become as they recall who they were. When morning comes, all flights are cleared for departure – what’s the final destination for these two? The author of God’s Country and Lonely Planet gives us that rare thing, a truly smart romantic comedy. Location: Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington Street. Information and tickets: 401-351-4242 or visit www.trinityrep.com/

View the Rare Bird of Fashion: The Irreverent Iris Apfel
Peabody Essex Museum -- Salem
Now through February 7, 2010
View the Rare Bird of Fashion: The Irreverent Iris Apfel featuring more than 80 unique and dramatic ensembles created by legendary style icon Iris Apfel, then take in Valerie Belin: Made Up, whose photos explore perceptions of beauty and identity through images that blur the line between fashion models and mannequins. Location: Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex Street. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday and holiday Mondays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: Adults, $15; seniors, $13; students, $11; youth age 16 and younger and Salem residents, free. Information: 978-745-9500 or visit www.pem.org

"Romeo and Juliet" -- Pawtucket
Now through November 29, 2009
Timeless, universal, and beautiful, this Romeo and Juliet takes on young love, unbridled passion and family dysfunction with the grit and gravitas of real life. Thrillingly fast-paced, intimately engaging and chillingly real, The Gamm's up-close and personal production of Shakespeare's tragic tale of teenage star-crossed lovers soars with the poetry of heartbreak and a doomed but perfect love. Location: The Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange Street. Dates: Wednesday through Sunday. Times vary. See website for details. Information: 401-723-4266 or visit www.gammtheatre.org

"Amadeus" -- Providence
Now through November 22, 2009
One of the most powerful plays of our time, Peter Shaffer's Amadeus pits a cunning yet mediocre composer, Antonio Salieri, against his unwitting nemesis, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.Location: The Round Top Center, Beneficent Church, 300 Weybosset Street. Time: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 3 p.m Information: 800-838-3006 or visit http://elementaltheatre.org

Robert Thornton 2009: Children's Hour -- Providence
Now through November 22, 2009
Year after year, Robert Thornton continues to intrigue us with his large-scale, figurative scenes in acrylic. He has a never-ending repository of characters that emerge on the painted surface; children or adults are misbehaving, having happy thoughts, having sinister thoughts or no having no thoughts at all. These highly evolved personalities amuse and engage. Location: Central Congregational Church, 296 Angell Street. Information: 401-787-8037

Rhode Island in the Time of Lincoln Gallery Exhibit
Museum of Work & Culture -- Woonsocket
Now through January 1, 2010
Though Lincoln made only two stops in Rhode Island, they were widely attended and remembered. But what did the RI that Lincoln visited look like? Come see the exhibit and learn of the people, places, and attitudes of the times. Location: 42 South Main Street. Information: 401-769-9675.

Procycle 2009 Art -- Pawtucket
Now through November 29, 2009
Exhibition of bicycling culture and art sale. Location: 400 Main Street. Time: Daily, through November, except Mondays and Thanksgiving Day, 1-9 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: http://providencebicycle.com

Wearable Art Show & Sale at Slater Mill Gallery -- Pawtucket
Now through January 2, 2010
The Slater Mill Community Guild Studios invites local artisans of all (fiber) mediums to submit imaginative and thoughtful creations for the human body. This is an opportunity for established and emerging artist to showcase their work in a setting intimately connected to textile innovation. Location: Slater Mill Gallery, 67 Roosevelt Avenue. Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Information: 401-725-8638 or visit www.slatermill.org

"A Chorus Line" -- Pawtucket
Now through November 22, 2009
The Community Players present the Tony-award winning musical, "A Chorus Line." Location: Jenks Auditorium, Division Street. Time: Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m. Information and reservations: 401-726-6860 or visit www.thecommunityplayers.org.

"Sweeney Todd" - West Kingston
Now through November 22, 2009
The infamous tale of the unjustly exiled barber who returns to 19th century London seeking revenge against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. His thirst for blood soon expands to include his unfortunate customers, and the resourceful proprietress of the pie shop downstairs soon has the people of London lining up in droves with her mysterious new meat pie recipe! Location : Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road. Time: Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m. Information: 401-782-1018 or visit www.courthousearts.org

Rhode Craft 100 -- Pawtucket
Now through January 30, 2010
Rhody Craft 100 presents a one-of-a-kind shopping venture in a former mill with unique and original crafted wares from locally based artisans. Location: Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main Street. Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: 401-626-1833 or visit rhodycraft100.blogspot.com

Blackstone Valley Polar Express -- Cumberland
Now through November 22, 2009
Tour includes 90-minute train ride, hot chocolate and cookies, a visit from Santa, holiday sing-a-long, reading of "The Polar Express.” Location: Train departs from Ann & Hope Outlet Stores, 1 Ann & Hope Way. Dates: November 7, 8, 14, 15, and 22. Time: 10:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. each day Cost: $35 all seats. Information: 401-724-2200 or visit www.tourblackstone.com.

Greg Piccolo and The Heavy Juice Expansion Pac! – Westerly
November 26, 2009
Location: The Knickerbocker Café, 35 Railroad Avenue. Time: 9 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Cost: $12. Information: www.theknickerbockercafe.com

Soul Shot – Westerly
November 27, 2009
Location: The Knickerbocker Café, 35 Railroad Avenue. Time: 9 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Cost: $8. Information: www.theknickerbockercafe.com

Roomful of Blues-- Westerly
November 28, 2009
Location: The Knickerbocker Café, Railroad Avenue Time: 9 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Cost: $18 Information: www.theknickerbockercafe.com or visit www.roomful.com/

Foundry Artists Holiday Sale -- Pawtucket
December 3, 2009 to December 13, 2009
Come shop for unique and distinctive gifts from 65 of New England's top artists and artisans. You'll find original designs in jewelry, clothing, home decor, painting and much more. Location: Pawtucket Armory, 172 Exchange Street. Time: Friday, December 4, noon-8 p.m.; Saturday, December 5, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, December 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday, December 11, noon-8 p.m.; Saturday, December 12, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, December 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: free admission, free parking, no sales tax. Information: www.foundryshow.com

Audubon Holiday Craft Fair -- Smithfield
December 5, 2009
Get into the holiday spirit and browse local artisans selections of nature and wildlife related wares. Jewelry, children's items, ornaments, stationery, and locally made jams and jellies are just a few items to choose from. Sip warm cider and nibble some goodies as you shop the fair and be sure to enter the raffle for a chance to take home one of the handcrafted items. Location: Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road / Route 5. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 401-949-5454 or visit www.asri.org

UnDecked Halls: Doris Duke's Mansion in Winter -- Newport
December 5, 2009 to December 29, 2009
Enjoy an authentic view inside a Newport mansion in winter. Heiress Doris Duke spent Christmas in sunny Hawaii far away from Rough Point, her Newport estate. Experience the quiet house, see the decorated staff wing, and hear about Miss Duke's tropical holiday. Tour the first floor and enjoy refreshments in the staff dining room, not normally open to the public. Tours offered every half hour. Location: Rough Point, 680 Bellevue Avenue Dates: December 5, 12, 19, and 29. Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (last tour at 2:30 p.m.) Cost: Adults, $10; children under age 12, $8. Information: 401-847-8344 or visit www.newportrestoration.org

Trans-Siberian Orchestra -- Providence
December 10, 2009
Trans-Siberian Orchestra, the top annual winter holiday tour will bring its much anticipated live-rock extravaganza to the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. One of the most successful annual tours in North America and the hottest ticket of the winter, expect the unexpected from the group’s concert performances, which combine the arena-rock spectacles of Pink Floyd and the musicality of Queen. Location: Dunkin' Donuts Center, One LaSalle Square. Time: 4 and 8 p.m. Cost: $62.50, $52.50, $40.00. Also there is a $27 ticket for the matinee show. Information: 401-331-6700 or visit www.dunkindonutscenter.com

Historic Musical Reunion -- Providence
December 11, 2009
The lineup is now complete for a Historic Musical Reunion. This show will feature Rhode Island blues legends together on one stage. Guitarist Duke Robillard, keyboardist Al Copley, horn players Greg Piccolo and Doug James, bassist Preston Hubbard, trombonist Carl Querfurth, and percussionist Mark Teixeira. Their combined experience playing with Roomful of Blues,The Fabulous Thurnderbirds, Sugar Ray & The Bluetones,the WC Handy Allstars, and many other blues greats makes them a reasure trove of blues. Location: Lupo's heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington Street.Time: Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and show starts at 8:30 p.m. Cost: General Admission, $25. Information: 401-331-5876 or visit www.Lupos.com

Jamestown Community Chorus concert -- Jamestown
December 12, 2009 to December 13, 2009
Selections will include popular songs from the last six decades, including "This Land is Your Land," "Mr. Sandman," "Send in the Clowns," "Catch a Falling Star," and "My Boyfriend's Back," along with holiday tunes such as "The Christmas Song," "Carol of the Bells", "Shepherd's Pipe Carol," by John Rutter. Men of the Chorus will whistle "Colonel Bogey's March" and sing "March of the Three Kings." Location: Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Canonicus Avenue. Time: December 12 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 13, at 3 p.m. Cost: Adults, $12; seniors and children, $8. Information: 401-423-1574 or visit www.jamestownri.com/chorus.

Winterscapes -- Providence
December 12, 2009
Welcome winter with a flurry of fun activities. Kids create snowy sculptures and wintery scenes and play snowball toss and ice fishing games. Ages 3 - 11. Location: Providence Children's Museum, 100 South Street. Time: Noon - 3 p.m. Cost: Program free with $7.50 museum admission. Information: 401-273-5437.

Music in the Galleries by Newport Brass Quintet -- Newport
December 20, 2009
Enjoy the music of the Newport Brass Quintet. Location: Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Avenue. Time: 2 p.m. Admission: $15. Information: 401-848-8200 or visit www.newportartmuseum.org