Author: Crystal Hall
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
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
Important conversations are brought to public access ALBANY—Open Stage Media is an integral community partner bringing the public important information about local news. Recently, they brought Albany’s Mayoral Candidate forum to their public access channel. The forum featured Dorcey Applyrs, Dan Cerutti, Corey Ellis, and Carolyn McLaughlin with Andrew Neidhart... Read more » ... Read More
10th annual party helps fund family programming at Universal Preservation Hall SARATOGA SPRINGS— The 10th annual Shaken & Stirred was a huge success, crazy moments, and shots of laughter. Raising $94,505 for family programming at Universal Preservation Hall, the impact of this event brews over to the wonderful community of... Read more » ... Read More
Local theatre and community to be celebrated with free events ALBANY—It’s not Broadway or the West End; it’s the Capital Region — up the river from the famous city, and across the pond from the district — where performing arts thrive and flourish. The Capital Region Festival of Theatre (CRFT)... Read more » ... Read More
Downtown event invites people of all ages to explore hands-on art activities, live performances, and interactive experiences SCHENECTADY—Downtown will again burst into color, music, and laughter as the 31st Annual Schenectady Kids Arts Festival transforms Jay Street into a vibrant celebration of youth creativity and community spirit 12-4 p.m. Saturday,... Read more » ... Read More
The Collaborative School of the Arts celebrates talent and hard work SCHENECTADY—The biggest night in high school musical theatre was a dazzling celebration honoring student’s talent and creativity. The Collaborative School of the Arts ninth annual High School Musical Theatre Awards presented Roman Mangino, from Ballston Spa High School, and... Read more » ... Read More
Free music series is back June 5, every Thursday afternoon SCHENECTADY—The long-standing summer tradition, Jazz on Jay, is back June 5 in downtown Schenectady’s Jay Square. Showcasing a mix of established artists, up-and-coming performers, and beloved regional talent, the series brings downtown alive every Thursday afternoon. The 2025 season features... Read more » ... Read More
Jean-Remy Monnay helps uplifts voices to those often unheard “I like sharing and talking to people. I like to make people happy. We’ve got to change the world through respecting each other and respecting ourselves.” Perhaps no sentiment better represents the energy and enthusiasm of Jean-Remy Monnay, Founder and Artistic... Read more » ... Read More