Author: Jessica Sims
SARATOGA SPRINGS (March 7) – Universal Preservation Hall is thrilled to unveil its latest lineup of must-see performances, with tickets available now. Music lovers of all kinds can experience an unforgettable array of artists in UPH’s breathtakingly restored, intimate venue right in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs. Among the... Read more » ... Read More
ALBANY (Feb. 26) – Capital Repertory Theatre is proud to present the gripping and award-winning drama “The Lehman Trilogy” March 7-April 6, directed by Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill. This show, written by Stefano Massini and adapted by Ben Power, chronicles the rise and fall of the Lehman Brothers banking empire, offering a... Read more » ... Read More
Weisfeld will retain same position with Adirondack Theatre Festival as part of the collaboration with Proctors Collaborative (ALBANY, NY) Capital Repertory Theatre has announced that starting Sept. 1, 2025, Miriam Weisfeld will be its new Producing Artistic Director. Weisfeld will succeed Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill who served in the role since 1995.... Read more » ... Read More
Schenectady (Feb. 14) – The Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards is thrilled to announce the nominees for its seventh annual ceremony, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the Capital Region’s vibrant music community, sponsored by MLB and media partner WEXT. The awards ceremony will take place 6 p.m. Sunday, April... Read more » ... Read More
Additional Casting to be Announced New York, NY (Thursday, February 13) – Disney Theatrical Group, under the direction of Andrew Flatt, Anne Quart and Thomas Schumacher, is proud to announce that Kyra Belle Johnson will play Belle and Fergie L. Philippe will play the Beast in the eagerly-anticipated tour of... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY (Feb. 12) – The infectious beats of Puerto Rico’s own Plena Libre are coming to Schenectady for an unforgettable night of Latin music. The internationally acclaimed ensemble will perform at the GE Theatre at Proctors 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, bringing their signature blend of traditional and contemporary Puerto... Read more » ... Read More
Schenectady, NY (Feb. 10) –Proctors Collaborative is thrilled to announce the official reveal of the highly anticipated 2025-26 subscription season for Proctors in Schenectady and Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany. The announcement event will occur on Monday, March 10, on the MainStage at Proctors. This exciting evening will offer attendees... Read more » ... Read More
SARATOGA SPRINGS (Jan. 24) – Universal Preservation Hall is thrilled to announce that Louisiana Music Hall of Famer, Zydeco Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award winner and Grammy nominee Nathan and the Zydeco Cha Chas will light up the stage with their infectious energy and irresistible grooves 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb.... Read more » ... Read More
Albany, NY (Jan. 23) – Alive Downtowns, the visionary program aimed at revitalizing New York’s downtown cities through investment in historic theatres, thanks Governor Hochul for a commitment to the arts in her proposed budget. We are, however, disappointed the governor again did not support our modest budget request that will... Read more » ... Read More
ALBANY, NY (Jan. 23) – The Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY is excited to announce its first musical production, the second show in its 2024-2025 season “Once On This Island” by Lynne Ahrens with music by Stephen Flaherty, Feb. 6-16. The show will be directed and choreographed by Hettie Barnhill... Read more » ... Read More