Author: Crystal Hall
Join the ground floor as artists read new plays, and get their chance to turn their script into a world premiere ALBANY—Capital Repertory Theatre is dedicated to championing both emerging and established authors and scriptwriters by casting a light on new plays and bringing these fresh stories to the stage.... Read more » ... Read More
Be a part of the effort to support family programming at UPH SARATOGA—The hottest party of the year is back! It’s the 10th year of Shaken & Stirred, the celebrity bartending competition. 10 years of fun, 10 years of supporting Universal Preservation Hall. Join the party 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May... Read more » ... Read More
You’re invited to the Season Announcement Bash SCHENECTADY—It’s our favorite time of year! Proctors Collaborative is about to unveil our exciting 2025-26 seasons, and you’re invited. Be the first to hear what’s hitting the MainStage at Proctors and Capital Repertory Theatre next season when you celebrate with us 7 p.m.... Read more » ... Read More
Sharon and Trevor, a married couple find community through volunteering SCHENECTADY—Where is your “third place?” If your first place is your home and your second place is work, your third place is where you gather with your friends and experience community. Since the pandemic, and the rise of the internet... Read more » ... Read More
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
In partnership with Siena College watch “Journey to Freedom” on streaming app SCHENECTADY—Since, its founding, Open Stage Media has sought out stories that reveal the depth and breadth of the communities it serves. OSM works to lift the voices of our neighbors, to preserve local history and highlight the intrinsic... Read more » ... Read More
Historical Committee displays stories, artifacts of theatre SCHENECTADY—People hold history in their hearts and share it with the world. This is especially true for Marilyn Sassi, co-chair of Proctors Historical Committee. A volunteer at Proctors Collaborative for over 19 years, she has extensively worked to preserve and display the magnificent... Read more » ... Read More
Dance, sing or laugh the night away at Universal Preservation Hall SARATOGA SPRINGS—Universal Preservation Hall has a rich and storied history. Having spent most of its life as a church, it has always been a place intended to bring people together. Since reopening in 2020, the team at UPH and... Read more » ... Read More
Broadway Camp auditions close soon, while other programs open Feb. 3 SCHENECTADY—Stay warm with plans and thoughts of summer vacation for your school-aged children with the Collaborative School of the Arts! We’ve announced multiple programs for July 2025 in which students can enjoy, grow and learn through exciting opportunities, both... Read more » ... Read More
Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill leaves lasting impact in Albany ALBANY—After 30 years as the Producing Artistic Director of Capital Repertory Theatre, Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill has announced she is stepping down from her role at the end of 2025. During her three decades at the helm, Maggie has brought to theREP incredible artistic achievement,... Read more » ... Read More