Life of Pi Comes to Providence: A Must-See Theatrical Experience at PPAC

Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical adventure as Life of Pi, the Tony Award®-winning play, makes its way to Providence’s prestigious Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) from February 11–16, 2025. Based on the bestselling novel by Yann Martel, Life of Pi tells the extraordinary survival story of a young boy stranded at sea with a Royal Bengal tiger. This breathtaking production is a feast for the senses, combining jaw-dropping visuals, world-class puppetry, and exquisite stagecraft to bring this epic journey to life.

Ticket Information:

• Dates: February 11–16, 2025

• Times:

  • Tuesday, Feb 11: 7:00 PM

  • Wednesday, Feb 12: 7:00 PM

  • Thursday, Feb 13: 7:30 PM

  • Friday, Feb 14: 7:30 PM (Best Availability)

• Ticket Prices: Starting at $52

• Availability: Tickets are on sale now!

Why You Can’t Miss Life of Pi in Providence

The stage adaptation of Life of Pi has already garnered major critical acclaim, winning three Tony Awards® and the Olivier Award for Best Play. Described by The Wall Street Journal as “an exhilarating evening of theater,” and hailed by The Today Show for giving “new life to Broadway,” this play is one that promises to captivate audiences of all ages.

The story follows 16-year-old Pi Patel, who finds himself stranded in the Pacific Ocean after a shipwreck. With no human companions, Pi must share his lifeboat with a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, and the most unlikely of friends— a Royal Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. As Pi struggles to survive in the vast, unforgiving ocean, his journey is filled with themes of faith, perseverance, and the power of hope.

What sets this production apart is its innovative use of puppetry and visual effects, which transport audiences directly into Pi’s world. From the majestic tiger to the rolling waves of the sea, the visual storytelling is designed to leave you in awe. The production is not just a play, it’s a truly immersive experience that engages both your heart and mind.

Buy Tickets Now for February 11-16, 2025, at PPAC and be part of this awe-inspiring production!