FirstWorks Presents: American Railroad Silkroad Ensemble Featuring Wu Man
At The VETS
Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 7:30P
Experience Silkroad’s acclaimed American Railroad program — now reimagined with an intimate, powerhouse ensemble of eight world-class musicians led by the internationally acclaimed pipa master, Wu Man. This compelling program presents a sonic tapestry of the past, evoking the powerful and often-overlooked contributions of Indigenous and African Americans, as well as Chinese, Irish, Japanese, and other immigrant communities who laid the tracks for the transcontinental railroad that transformed a nation.
The program highlights thrilling collaborations of traditional percussion instruments from India, Japan, and Italy, alongside the exquisite tonal interplay of Chinese pipa, guitar, string instruments, and of course the unforgettable wild Chinese wind instrument suona and European accordion. With breathtaking musicianship and evocative melodies, this Grammy Award®-winning group challenges conventional narratives, unveiling a deeply human perspective that redefines the American experience and transports audiences through a cultural and historical odyssey. A Grammy Award®-winning musical ensemble, Silkroad is a collective of artists representing dozens of nationalities, traditions and ideas, who use music and art to demonstrate how great beauty can emerge from great difference. The Ensemble strives to engage difference, sparking radical collaboration and music with a purpose, for a more hopeful and inclusive world.
Group Pricing Information For 10 or more tickets
| Seating Section | Group Price Per Ticket (10% Discount)* |
|---|---|
| Front Main Floor Orchestra ( Rows E – L ): | $83.25 |
| Mid Main Floor Orchestra ( Rows M – S ): | $60.75 |
| Rear Main Floor Orchestra ( Rows T – Z ): | $60.75 |
| Mezzanine Front Balcony ( Rows A – D ): | $74.25 |
| Front Balcony 1 ( Rows E - I ): | $38.25 |
| Rear Balcony 1 ( Rows J - O ): | $38.25 |
*All prices are inclusive of any and all fees. There will be no additional cost per ticket.
For more info and to book your group order, please contact:
Paul Hiatt
PPAC / The VETS Group Sales Manager
401-574-3162
phiatt@ppacri.org
More About the Show
Age Recommendation & Policy
Children Under 6 Years Not Admitted
SILKROAD | American Railroad Trailer