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    Presented by The Wonder Show at 95 Empire

    May 18-May 19, 2012

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    The Wonder Show is pleased to offer two unique magic lantern performances exploring Providence’s rich historical heritage. Historic photographs from the Providence Public Library Special Collection will be projected using an authentic magic lantern: an early slide projector that educated and entertained audiences before the beginning of cinema. As the photographs are projected, local artists and residents, ranging in ages from 10 to 80, will perform stories and live music inspired by the images. An accompanying historical walking tour, organized by the Rhode Island Historical Society and inspired by the images in the performance, will take place on Saturday, May 19th in downtown Providence. The tour is free to the public; to participate RSVP to Barbara Barnes by emailing bbarnes@rihs.org or calling 401-273-7507, ext. 62. The one-hour tour will leave at 6 p.m. from Market House - at the intersection of College and South Main Streets (directly across from the Rhode Island School of Design Museum) - and end at 95 Empire Street.


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        95 Empire

        95 Empire Street
        Providence, RI 02903

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      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        May 18-May 19, 2012

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        7:00 pm

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