Author: Jessica Sims
BroadwayTECH is a free, two-week career orientation program designed for high school students interested in technical theatre and production. Held in spring, the program provides an immersive experience behind the scenes of major Broadway touring shows, such as Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” hosted at Proctors. Participants engage directly with... Read more » ... Read More
We had an amazing experience with students all over the Capital Region at the 2025 High School Musical Theatre Awards at Proctors. Photos by Kevin Montano, Proctors Collaborative. Jump to section: Pre-showOpening numberPresenters and awardsAlbany High School “Bring It On”Colonie Central High School “Mary Poppins”Glens Falls High School “The Prom:... Read more » ... Read More
Albany, NY (May 22) – The Upstate Theatre Coalition for a Fairgame, a non-profit organization representing 12 performing arts centers in the Capital Region, Catskills, and Southern Tier of New York State, has announced the 2025 recipients of the Fairgame Arts Grants. In the fifth year of distributing grants, 51... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY, NY (May 20) – Schenectady’s beloved Jazz on Jay concert series is back for its 2025 season, bringing a vibrant mix of jazz styles to the heart of downtown every Thursday from June 5- Aug. 28. Now held in the recently revitalized Jay Square, across from City Hall, this... Read more » ... Read More
Thank You for Celebrating 10 Years of Shaken & Stirred! What a night! Our 10th annual Shaken & Stirred Celebrity Bartender Party was one for the books, and it’s all thanks to you. Together, we raised an incredible $94,505 in support of Universal Preservation Hall’s family programming and student scholarships... Read more » ... Read More
THE SAMPLER SUBSCRIPTION FOR THE 2025-26 SEASON IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE Three reasons to ramp up your theREP experience… Joining is easy. Pick three shows, choose your preferred date, and let our Box Office do the rest! Enjoy the flexibility to pick your shows without the commitment of a full... Read more » ... Read More
Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra friends and family — Please join us for this special concert in memory of Ted and Joann Rautenberg. Ted, in addition to his long career at General Electric, played in the horn section of the orchestra for over 40 years. Joann was the staff pianist for the orchestra... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY (May 10) – The Collaborative School of the Arts at Proctors proudly announced the winners of the ninth annual High School Musical Theatre Awards during a star-studded ceremony held May 10 at the MainStage at Proctors in Schenectady. The evening celebrated the talent, creativity, and dedication of high school... Read more » ... Read More
The Acting Academy’s production of “SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical” showcases the incredible talent and dedication of its student performers. Based on the beloved Nickelodeon series, the musical brings to life the colorful world of Bikini Bottom with high-energy musical numbers, dynamic choreography, and heartfelt storytelling. Under the guidance of professional... Read more » ... Read More
SARATOGA SPRINGS (May 5) – Saratoga’s most spirited event is back for its tenth year! Shaken & Stirred will return to Saratoga National for another unforgettable evening of friendly competition and community celebration to benefit a great cause. This high-energy fundraising event brings local businesses head-to-head behind the bar to... Read more » ... Read More