The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) will host the acclaimed Broadway musical WICKED for a limited three-week run from March 4 to 22, 2026. As part of this engagement, PPAC will hold its Annual Gala Celebration on Saturday, March 21 at 7 p.m., featuring a premium WICKED performance. Gala tickets, priced at $400 and partially tax-deductible, include premium seating, complimentary parking, and access to an exclusive post-show reception with culinary offerings from local restaurants. Proceeds from the Gala support PPAC’s Community Outreach and Engagement programs, which provide arts access to Rhode Islanders of all ages.

WICKED, directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, tells the story of the unlikely friendship between the green-skinned Elphaba and the popular Glinda before Dorothy’s arrival in Oz. The musical has been praised as a defining Broadway hit and inspired two record-breaking films released in 2024 and 2025. Tickets for the Gala are limited and can be reserved by contacting PPAC’s Director of Ticketing. The event offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a celebrated show while supporting local arts initiatives.