PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) is hosting a food drive this weekend, and anyone who donates will get a "special pricing offer" to see the Tony Award-winning musical comedy Shucked. The food drive is to benefit We Share Hope. On Saturday, Oct. 5, the nonprofit will be collecting donations outside the theater from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. While all nonperishable food items are welcome, PPAC said the following items are needed the most: Canned vegetables (like corn) and fruit Peanut butter Chunky soups and beef stew Pasta, pasta sauce, and macaroni & cheese Rice Dry or canned beans Canned meat (tuna, ham, chicken, etc.) Shucked will kick off its national tour at PPAC on Sunday, Oct. 20, through Sunday, Oct. 27. According to PPAC, the special offer will be valid for tickets to the Sunday and Tuesday evening shows, which can be purchased at the box office window, by phone at (401) 421-ARTS (2787) and online. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now This Week in Good News SIGN UP NOW