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Providence Performing Arts Center company history timeline

1982

In 1982, the Ocean State Performing Arts Center changed its name to the Providence Performing Arts Center, as a way of honoring the City’s commitment to saving the venue.

1995

Significant projects include a full-scale stage house expansion in 1995 and an historically accurate restoration of the Grand Lobby, Arcade, and House.

2000

In 2000, the state-of-the-art electronic marquee was first “lit” by actor Robert Urich.

2002

In 2002, the theatre commissioned former RISD professor Dan Dailey to design a magnificent chandelier, which hangs in the House Proper.

2004

The chandelier was installed in 2004.

2005

In 2005, the first-ever elevator was installed for patrons.

2008

PPAC has been the theatre of choice in launching twenty national tours since 2008.

2012

The Theatre was brought into the digital age with the installation of LED display screens on the Marquee and video digital boards in the Arcade in 2012.

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