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Members of the cast of The Color Purple talk about the show.
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Creating magic behind the scenes at theREP
Unseen hands, precise timing, and creative craft bring the stage to life ALBANY — It’s easy for audiences to marvel at a powerful performance, a moving monologue, or a sweeping musical number, but none of it works without the careful, skill-intensive work backstage. The technicians, prop masters, set builders, lighting... Read more » ... Read More
Proctors Collaborative prepares for the future while preserving the past
Under the hood upgrades and renovations at three venues help to ensure longevity While patrons may not immediately notice the changes, a tremendous amount of work happened under the hood at Proctors Collaborative venues this year to preserve, modernize, and future-proof these historic gathering places — Proctors, Capital Repertory Theatre,... Read more » ... Read More
Proctors Collaborative Director leads major accessibility advancements across all venues
New efforts in 2025 ensure inclusive theatre experiences for all SCHENECTADY—When Amanda Jo Wilsey joined Proctors Collaborative in 2012, she had no idea where the job would one day lead. Beginning in the Box Office, she steadily advanced over the years, ultimately becoming the Director of Patron Experience in 2024.... Read more » ... Read More
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
BroadwayTECH Make-Up Workshop
BroadwayTECH is a free, two-week career orientation program designed for high school students interested in technical theatre and production. Held in spring, the program provides an immersive experience behind the scenes of major Broadway touring shows, such as Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” hosted at Proctors. Participants engage directly with... Read more » ... Read More