about
fringepvd
the providence fringe festivaL®

​Founded and presented since 2014 by The Wilbury Theatre Group, The Providence Fringe Festival®, a.k.a FRINGEPVD, is produced to nurture emerging and established performing artists by presenting fun, fearless and affordable theater to the community. FRINGEPVD creates ties between artists, audiences, businesses and local organizations, amplifying the vibrancy of Providence as a renowned cultural destination and an unparalleled place to live, work, and visit.

FRINGEPVD is open to anyone who wants to produce their own show. For some artists, it's a once-a-year opportunity to create a show; for others it can be an opportunity to try something new. 

Audiences are encouraged to take full advantage of the variety of performing & visual artists participating in the fringe. Attend performances that you wouldn't normally attend, see things you wouldn’t otherwise see.  

​Keep an open mind, and have fun.
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FRINGEPVD: ​The Providence Fringe Festival®
​is presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group

with support from

​FRINGEPVD THE PROVIDENCE FRINGE FESTIVAL IS A proud member of:

OTHER STUFF TO KNOW
BEFORE YOU FRINGE:

• There is NO censorship – Participating artists are selected randomly via lottery after filling out an artist application and paying an application fee.

• Most shows run 40-60 minutes 

• You can (and are encouraged to!) see multiple performances every night

• Tickets for all shows are affordable: $5-$25 and are available at the door

• 100% of all ticket sales go to the performing artists

Overall, FringePVD presents a range of high-quality contemporary arts, to encourage Providence’s place as a place for innovation and artistic expression, a true Creative Capital.

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Why SHOULD YOU Attend THE Fringe?

When you attend FRINGEPVD performances, you:

• Support the artists (local, regional, & national) who create this work;

• Help us in our efforts to challenge, stimulate, entertain, and educate the diverse audiences who see that work;

• Provide opportunities for Providence-based artists in such a way as to lead to the continued growth and health of the local and regional performing arts community;

• Engage fully in the global community and dialogue surrounding cutting-edge in the visual and performing arts.