Universal Preservation Hall Announces On-Sale for Diverse Lineup of Upcoming Performances

SARATOGA SPRINGS (Feb.18) — Universal Preservation Hall has announced a new slate of performances coming to the Great Hall spanning music, comedy, storytelling, and live entertainment, bringing a wide range of artists and experiences to its historic stage in downtown Saratoga Springs.

All of Us returns to the Great Hall 9 p.m. Saturday, March 21, for the third annual “Bloomin’”, a high-energy EDM experience that brings the electronic dance community together under one roof. The event features headliner Stone Van Brooken, with Synes and local DJs Jungle Punk and DJ Wave rounding out the lineup for this 18+ event.

This April, celebrate the life, legacy, and timeless sound of a true American music icon with “The Music of Sam Cooke: A Change Is Gonna Come” 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Starring the dynamic and soulful Bradd Marquis, the concert pays tribute to Sam Cooke’s smooth vocals and enduring influence, featuring classics such as “You Send Me,” “Cupid,” and the civil rights anthem “A Change Is Gonna Come.”

Fans of drag and pop culture can look forward to an appearance by “RuPaul’s Drag Race” icon Monét X Change 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 1. Known for her sharp wit, powerhouse vocals, and dynamic stage presence, the “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” winner brings an evening of live music, comedy, and unforgettable storytelling to the UPH stage.

The following day, The Players perform 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2. The group features musicians with ties to some of rock’s most influential bands, including former Chicago members Keith Howland and Jeff Coffey, Ed Toth of The Doobie Brothers, and Rob Arthur of Peter Frampton’s band. Rather than a traditional tribute act, The Players bring firsthand experience performing the songs with the authenticity and energy shaped by their time on some of rock’s biggest stages.

The lineup continues with the hit podcast “History That Doesn’t Suck” with Professor Greg Jackson 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 10. Presented in a live format, the show explores the theme of “The Unlikely Union,” tracing defining moments in American history from the Revolution through the Civil War examining the first century of U.S. history connecting past events to the present.

Looking ahead to summer, acclaimed a cappella group Straight No Chaser returns 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8. Known for their signature harmonies and genre-blending arrangements, the group has built a nationwide following with a mix of humor and vocal precision. Rounding out the announcement is Mullett 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 11. The band brings an ’80s-inspired performance to the UPH stage, complete with era-specific hits and costumes.

Tickets are on sale Thursday, Feb. 19 through the Box Office at Proctors in person, via phone at (518) 346-6204 Tuesday- Saturday 12-6 p.m., or online by visiting atuph.org. Groups of 10 or more can get the group advantage by calling (518) 382-3884 x 139.

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