Author: Crystal Hall
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Looking to meet people, and get involved in her new local community, Barbara Chandler heard about volunteering opportunities at Universal Preservation Hall. Chandler, who moved to the area in 2021 from Boston, reached out to UPH director Teddy Foster, and has volunteered at the downtown Saratoga venue... Read more » ... Read More
Former Collaborative School of the Arts intern returns as ‘Oz’ cast member ALBANY — A former Collaborative School of the Arts intern has returned to the region to perform in a Capital Repertory Theatre musical this holiday season. Ariana Andretta, an ensemble cast member in this holiday season’s “The Wizard... Read more » ... Read More
Groups can be organized by anyone to enjoy the best seats and prices LATHAM — David Oppedisano has gathered friends, families and professional colleagues to enjoy Proctors Collaborative shows for more than a decade. In that time he has emerged as one of the most active of the hundreds of... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY — Proctors Collaborative’s “12 Days of Giving” is back for another holiday season. Starting Monday, Dec. 12 and leading up through Christmas Day, you can enter on Facebook for a chance to win a prize. Each day a new question will be posted on Proctors Facebook page, and your... Read more » ... Read More
ALBANY — Capital Repertory Theatre has constructed and opened a parking lot for patrons at 329 North Pearl St., one block north of the theatre. The lot opened on Nov. 18 in time for theREP’s holiday production of the “Wizard of Oz.” Parking will begin one hour prior to shows;... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY — With the approaching holiday season, it is a wonderful time to consider giving back and becoming a volunteer at Proctors Collaborative. Our mission would not be possible without the help of our volunteers. Proctors Collaborative will host a training session for new volunteers for all three venues –... Read more » ... Read More
Things aren’t always what they seem on the internet. This gift-giving season beware when purchasing tickets from third-party sites, and always opt to visit Proctors Collaborative’s official sites only: Proctors Collaborative’s reintroduction of its “Don’t Be a Sucker” campaign comes ahead of a packed holiday show season, reminding audiences to... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY — To kick off the celebration of “Disney’s Aladdin” launching its national tour on Oct. 11 at Proctors, select Schenectady buildings were transformed to “Aladdin Purple and Gold.” Mayor Gary R. McCarthy presented cast members from the hit Broadway musical with a key to the city on Oct. 3.... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY – Most visitors come to Proctors to be entertained. Over two weeks in late September, 24 Capital Region students attended four days of Collaborative School of the Arts workshops with industry professionals to get an in-depth look at careers in audio, lighting, costumes, stage management and production. Broadway Tech... Read more » ... Read More
ALBANY — Capital Repertory Theatre joins forces with artistic and community partners for Pearl Side Community Arts Festival, a five-day celebration of Capital Region arts and community service, taking place Sept. 8-12. Storytelling, mural painting, art exhibits, plays, music, and dance activities will take place inside and outside the theatre... Read more » ... Read More