New Security Measures at Shows
If you’ve joined us for a show over the past three years, you’ve seen firsthand how much our audiences have grown across all of our programs, and we are so grateful for the energy, enthusiasm, and support that fills the room each time. As our community continues to expand, so does our responsibility to protect it, and we are excited to implement a thoughtful step towards achieving that with trained, professional security personnel on site for all performances moving forward.
As we kick off this new integration, we will all feel a slight shift in “front of house” operations for a bit, so we have put together some FAQs to help you prepare!
Please note: These protocols are for shows hosted at Tolman High School, with a large audience capacity.
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Door 10 will be the new entry door to the auditorium (previously, we have used Door 9). Upon entering Door 10, all patrons will go through the following screening in the foyer:
A brief bag check (there are no size restrictions for bags at this time)
A handheld wand scan
Ticket purchasing and ticket scanning will take place after you have completed the security screening.
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Yes. Any patrons who step out and come back into the space (during intermission, during the show, etc) will undergo the screening again. Security personnel will be present from the “doors open” time through performance.
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Although we will have two guards performing security checks, it may add a few extra minutes to your check-in time as the line collects outside (especially as we all get used to the new process). We recommend dressing appropriately in case you are slowed down outside in a line, and arriving slightly earlier than you normally would to ensure a smooth and relaxed entry experience.
Questions/Concerns
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us directly at admin@eastendtheatreri.com. We are more than happy to speak with you.
A First Act Production
Performances: December 2026
What’s it about?
Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award-winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie KIDS features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure.
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
When and where can I see it?
Shows will be held on:
December 11th at 7:00pm
December 12th at 2:00pm
December 13th at 2:00pm
Venue: Tolman High School, Pawtucket, RI
This show’s run time will be roughly 45 mins. There will not be an intermission.
Show tickets will be available for purchase through TutuTix.
Ticket Pricing:
Online: $17
At the Door: $22
A Main Stage Production
Auditions: September 2026 ~ Performances: February 2027
What’s it about?
A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre-goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world.
The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination!
When and where can I see it?
Shows will be held on:
February 19th at 7:00pm
February 20th at 7:00pm
February 21st at 4:30pm
Venue: Tolman High School, Pawtucket, RI
This show’s run time will be roughly 2 hrs and 15 mins. There will be a 15 minute intermission between acts.
Show tickets will be available for purchase through TutuTix.
Ticket Pricing:
Online: $25
At the Door: $28
A Junior Stage Production
Auditions: December 2026 ~ Performances: April 2027
What’s it about?
In the summer of 1959, greaser Danny Zuko and wholesome Sandy Dumbrowski enjoy a sweet summer romance and part ways believing they will never meet again. When Sandy unexpectedly enrolls at Rydell High and reunites with Danny, their relationship becomes far more complicated. Determined to maintain his tough reputation with the Burger Palace Boys, Danny downplays his feelings for Sandy, while Sandy struggles to find her place among the gum-smacking Pink Ladies. As friendships, rivalries, and teenage dreams collide, the students of Rydell navigate love, identity, and growing up. Bursting with rock ’n’ roll energy and iconic songs like “Greased Lightnin’,” “Summer Nights,” and “We Go Together,” GREASE has remained one of the world’s most popular and enduring musicals and an exuberant celebration of young love, teenage rebellion, and the electrifying spirit of the 1950s.
When and where can I see it?
Shows will be held on:
April 24th at 2:00pm
April 24th at 7:00pm
April 25th at 4:30pm
Venue: Tolman High School, Pawtucket, RI
This show’s run time will be roughly 90 mins. There will be a 15 minute intermission between acts.
Show tickets will be available for purchase through TutuTix.
Ticket Pricing:
Online: $20
At the Door: $25