Meet Goldie
The Wurlitzer organ is one of a few dozen left in the world.
Sitting in front of Goldie, the mighty Wurlitzer, is like standing in the conductor’s spot in front of an orchestra. Hear what makes her so special from Carl Hackert, her chief tuner.
Learn more about Goldie here.
Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” North American tour gets its feet on the stage at Proctors before hitting the road
Production team spent time with Collaborative School of the Arts students to demonstrate what it means to bring Broadway to the stage SCHENECTADY— This June, the magic of the iconic “Beauty and the Beast” has come to life in downtown Schenectady, where the cast and crew are preparing to launch... Read more » ... Read More
Open Stage Media Navigates Local History Through New Podcast Episode
Honoring the Erie Canal’s 200th Anniversary with a Journey Through Schenectady’s Past Schenectady’s story is being told in new and compelling ways, thanks to a continued partnership between Open Stage Media and the Schenectady County Historical Society. Their joint podcast, “Here in Schenectady,” airs monthly and an episode to commemorate... Read more » ... Read More
Make time for yourself — Become a Proctors subscriber!
Enjoy the theatre with friends, family, or by yourself SCHENCTADY—Treat yourself this year and become a Proctors subscriber! It’s easy, affordable, and helps benefit your community. Kate Kruk, the director of partnership and engagement at Lynkwell, has been a subscriber for over five years and loves that she has “quality... Read more » ... Read More
“Life of Pi” brings animals to life on stage
Puppetry a star of Broadway play SCHENECTADY— The modern classic “Life of Pi” finds a new revival with its national Broadway tour. The play is unlike anything you’ve seen, using imagery and puppetry to bring this innovative story to life. When you hear the word, “puppet,” images of children’s playthings... Read more » ... Read More
Echoes of the Past: Haunted Encounters at Proctors
Step into a world where friendly ghosts and intriguing histories intertwine in a beloved theater. Many believe Proctors to be a haunted place, citing reports of unexplained noises, ghostly sightings and bizarre occurrences. To accept this tale as fact, you need to embrace the supernatural—though even skeptics may find it... Read more » ... Read More