The city and town councils may license, regulate, and in those certain cases specifically set forth in § 5-22-5, prohibit and suppress theatrical performances, rope, and wire dancing and all other shows and performances in their respective towns or cities, conforming to law.
City and town regulatory powers
R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-22-1., under Chapter 5-22 Shows and Exhibitions.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-22-1.