Events Open to the Public
RIC offers numerous events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Our well-known performing arts program brings music, theatre, and dance performances of the highest quality, and our Bannister Gallery features exhibitions by local, regional and international artists. We also hold conferences, programs, and of course admissions events, intended for the public. For athletics matches please view RIC Athletics' Calendar.
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Lani Irwin & Alan Feltus - Selected Works
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- room Bannister Gallery in Roberts Hall
Artists Lani Irwin and Alan Feltus present an exhibition of figurative oil paintings in Bannister Gallery. The exhibition is curated by Professor Richard Whitten.
The Prom
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- room The Auditorium in Roberts Hall - Rhode Island College
RIC Mainstage Theatre presents, The Prom, Book & Lyrics by Chad Beguelin, Book by Bob Martin, Music by Matther Skylar. Performances Thursday, 4/24/25 at 7:30, Friday, 4/25/25 at 7:30pm, Saturday, 4/26/25 at 1:00pm & at 7:30pm, and Sunday, 4/27/25 at 1:00pm
Cabo Verde: Reflections on 50 Years of Nationhood
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- room Gaige Hall 200
The RIC Sigma Chapter of Phi Lambda Beta National Collegiate Portuguese Honor Society invites you to this event.
Open Air Institute
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- room Newport, RI
Join us for a day of learning, writing, and sharing about the history and impact of music on Rhode Island’s City by the Sea.
First Annual Student Film Festival
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- room Gaige Hall 100
Join us for a presentation and awards ceremony of college student film submissions from colleges and universities in RI.
Student Choreography Showcase
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- room Sapinsley Hall in the Nazarian Center
Presented by RIC Dance Company. Performances, Thursday, 5/1/25 at 7:30pm and Friday, 5/2/25 at 7:30pm
RIC Jazz Ensemble May Performance
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- room Sapinsley Hall in the Nazarian Center
RIC Jazz Ensemble
2025 Graduating Art Students' Exhibition
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- room Bannister Gallery in Roberts Hall
The exhibition showcases work by graduating seniors in the RIC Art Department and is on view in Bannister Gallery from May 8-23, 2025.
2025 Graduating Art Students' Exhibition - Opening Reception
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Join us for an opening reception on Thursday, May 8, from 4-7 PM in Bannister Gallery!
Writing Marathon
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Celebrate the Rhode Island Writing Project's last spring event! We're looking forward to marathoning with you.