About EP Arts
This site was created to showcase the diverse arts scene across the city of East Providence, and to provide a network and support for the artists and Creatives living and working here.
The East Providence Arts Council (EPAC) built and supports this site.
The city of East Providence is located in the East Bay of Rhode Island, just outside of Providence.
About EPAC
The East Providence Arts Council (EPAC) is a group of enthusiastic residents working together to create a thriving arts community in East Providence.
Our goals:
- Hosting a summer arts festival to showcase talented East Providence artists;
- Creating public art displays throughout the City;
- Creating a space for theatrical and dance performances within the City;
- Promoting the work of East Providence artists;
- Providing networking opportunities for East Providence artists;
- Working with city officials to showcase the arts as an economic driver for the City.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The East Providence Arts Council’s mission is to create an arts community that is inclusive, diverse, and accessible to all the people of East Providence; to connect creatives to each other and the resources they need to succeed. And in so doing, enriching all the lives of those who live and work in the City.
Chairman – Rick Lawson
Vice Chair – Jennifer Gillooly Cahoon
Secretary – Karen Orsi
Treasurer – Bill Hurley
Annette Mozzoni – at large
Rich Watrous – at large
David O’Connell – at large
Judy de Perla – at large
Johanna Walczak – Planning Department Representative
Michael Carlozzi – Library Department Representative
Festival
Rick Lawson-Director, Bill Hurley-Entertainment Director, Jennifer Gillooly Cahoon, Christine Lilly, Kristen Lund
Public Art
Jennifer Gillooly Cahoon, David O’Connell, Rich Watrous, Johanna Walczak
Performing Arts Center
Rick Lawson, Annette Mozzoni, Bill Hurley, Karen Orsi, David Bachrach, Alba Curti
Looff Sponsors
3300 Pawtucket Ave.
Riverside, RI 02915
and State Representative Gregg Amore
ABOUT THIS SITE
This site was conceived by the East Providence Arts Council under the consultation of Caravela Communications.
Website design and development by PackJack. Most photography courtesy of Eric Johnson and AOK Photography.