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 Junior Stage Production
Auditions: June 2026 ~ Performances: October 2026
What’s it about?
It's our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
When and where can I see it?
Shows will be held on:
October 9th at 7:00pm
October 10th at 2:00pm
October 10th at 7:00pm
October 11th 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.
Please note: The roles of Beetlejuice, Barbara, Delia, and Sky have been double cast in this production. If you're hoping to see a specific performer, please confirm with them which performances they are scheduled to appear in before purchasing your tickets. All other performers will appear in all 4 showings.
Cast "Dead" - Friday Evening (7:00pm) and Saturday Matinee (2:00pm)
Raman Othman, Noelle Crossett, Cecelia Montgomery, Rowan Vadenais
Cast "Living" - Saturday Evening (7:00pm) and Sunday Matinee (4:30pm)
Keagan Seitz, Cadence Jenkins, Charlotte Fitzgerald, Julia Little
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.
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.