Providence Entertainment

  1. AS220

    A longstanding outlet for all forms of Rhode Island art, AS220 (say 'A-S-two-twenty') books experimental bands (Lightning Bolt, tuba and banjo duos), hosts readings and provides gallery space for a very active community. If you need a cup of coffee, vegan cookie or spinach pie, it also operates a café and bar.

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  2. Dark Lady

    If Mirabar isn't your scene, there are half a dozen other queer joints on or near Richmond St, such as Dark Lady, for dancing, drag and karaoke.

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  3. Living Room

    You'll want to be careful - some nights amazing indie acts make tracking down this hard-to-find joint worth the effort. But on others you might be exposed to some local high-school punks trying to piece together their first set.

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  4. Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel

    Providence's legendary music venue, Lupo's occupies digs in a converted theater, whose age adds historic charm. It hosts national acts (Bloc Party, Tiger Army, Blonde Redheads) in a relatively small space.

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