Re: Ocean State Theatre (RI) Reviews
Posted: Wed May 24, 2017 1:20 am
This is very sad news:
http://www.abc6.com/story/35501220/ocea ... en-closureOcean State Theatre Co, Inc. (OSTC) announced suddenly Tuesday evening they will be closing their doors immediately.
The popular theatre located on Jefferson Blvd, said ongoing financial struggles has forced the doors to close, to cancel its summer programs, and suspend the fall mainstage season.
After a late night board meeting Monday evening, OSTC which was re-done from an empty garage and office space back in 2012, said terms relating to a new lease and debt structure could not be reached with the owner of the building.
“It was a heartbreaking decision for those of us who are passionate about OSTC,” said Andrew Cohen, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Ocean State Theatre Company. “Particularly after what is undoubtedly the best artistic season we have ever had.”