May 21st, 2016 – Basin Lighting - WaterFire Providence

This event is being sponsored by The MET High School, Celebrating 20 Years

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May 21st, 2016 Event Info:

Sunset: 8:05 p.m.
Lighting time: 8:25 p.m.
The fires will remain lit until 11:30 p.m.
Music Program

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A pre show performance on the basin stage will kick off the event from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Headlining the pre show is American Idol Finalist David Hernandez debuting his new single “Beautiful” and three additional performances by alumni and students of The Met High School: Chachi Carvalho and the International Players, Lexi McKinnon, and Storm.

A solo performance by The Met High School’s own Emeline will signal the start of a 150-torch procession entering the amphitheater in Waterplace Park and ending in a Ring of Fire surrounding the basin. Torches will be carried by guests of The Met High School, representing graduates of each year, as well as mentors, sponsors and supporters that helped The Met High School reach this 20 year milestone.

[sc name=”photo-caption” caption=”Featured image: Fires in Waterplace Basin, photo by Ariana White.” ]

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Tim Blankenship

Director of Special Projects at WaterFire | + posts by author

Tim Blankenship, newly appointed Director of Special Projects, is a 22-year veteran of WaterFire and a steadfast advocate for the organization’s mission to unite the community through shared artistic experiences. Having worked across multiple departments, including a decade in production and recent years with the creative services team, Tim brings unmatched institutional knowledge to his new role. He will focus on strengthening internal systems and supporting the creation of new visitor experiences at both the downtown installation and the WaterFire Arts Center.