Reel Adventures 2025
Reel Adventures welcomed budding filmmakers (ages 10-14) to a two-week, hands-on journey this July at Proctors. Daily classes July 7-18 guided students through the full filmmaking process, from crafting compelling stories and mastering camera angles and lighting, to integrating sound for a Friday, July 18 showcase of their original short films. Under the mentorship of industry pros, participants gain essential behind-the-scenes know-how while collaborating creatively, making Reel Adventures both an inspiring and fun introduction to the world of cinema.
Broadway Camp Jr. 2025
This summer’s Broadway Camp Jr. invited 12-14-year-olds to one of two sessions of a vibrant one‑week experience in the Addy Theatre at Proctors in Schenectady. Guided by seasoned industry pros, participants immerse themselves daily, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in acting, singing, and dancing, as well as blending skill-building with creative... Read more » ... Read More
Local high school theatre students perform on Broadway during the Jimmys
Collaborative School of the Arts’ High School Musical Theatre Award winners represent Capital Region From all over the country, 110 high school students converged on New York City including Roman Mangino, from Ballston Spa High School, and Lianelys Oviedo-Roman, from Amsterdam High School for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The students spent... Read more » ... Read More
Collaborative School of the Arts shares opportunities with students to share magic of theatre
Classroom brochure for 2025-26 season released SCHENECTADY— The Collaborative School of the Arts recently released its classroom brochure for the 2025-26 season which highlights the wonderful opportunities teachers have to expose their students to live theatre, including student matinees, On-the-Go Touring productions, the 10th annual High School Musical Theatre Awards,... Read more » ... Read More
Full circle on Broadway: Alum returns to inspire next generation at Collaborative School of the Arts
Former Broadway Tech student part of Broadway League panel in 2025 SCHENECTADY—At the Collaborative School of the Arts, there’s no greater reward than seeing a student find their path, thrive in the professional world, and then return home—not just to visit, but to give back. NicForero, a 2017 graduate of... Read more » ... Read More
Collaborative Scene Shop partners with Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”
Local build company to send rose wall on national tour ROTTERDAM— The Collaborative Scene Shop has been working with its biggest client to date: Disney. The shop was tasked to build the magnificent rose wall that fans of the show can take pictures with before or after they experience the... Read more » ... Read More