Category: Behind the Scenes
Meet the unsung heroes of the production Ever wonder what it takes to dress the cast or how a traveling orchestra runs? Come backstage with us as we learn some of the exciting details that make the production flawless in The King and I. Behind the costumes Behind the... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY—Spotted Zebra Learning Center has teamed with CDTA and Proctors to initiate a new program, which brings the school’s Bizzy Beez Activity Center to local venues, expanding opportunities for families with children on the spectrum. For almost 15 years, Spotted Zebra’s facility on Computer Drive in Albany has been giving... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY—At a morning press event today, Proctors and The Times Union revealed nominees for the 2018 High School Musical Theatre Awards at Proctors. Proctors CEO Philip Morris and Times Union Editor Rex Smith were joined by Proctors Creative Workforce Manager Grace Janiszewski, 2017 High School Musical Theatre Awards at Proctors... Read more » ... Read More
Behind the scenes with the actors Meet a few members of the cast of On Your Feet! the story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan. The show plays Proctors May 30 through June 3. Learn more about the story and the music in the show, then get your tickets at proctors.org.... Read more » ... Read More
The story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan We sat down with some of the incredible actors from On Your Feet! to hear what life is like behind the scenes and why they love touring with this show. Hear more about what makes this such a fun and inspiring show. On... Read more » ... Read More
What is the Great White Way? If you’ve ever been to Times Square, you can see the inspiration from the Great White Way, which converted poorly ventilating gas power to bright electric advertising signs, captivating passersby. This nickname refers to the transition of Broadway in early 20th century from “Victorian” to... Read more » ... Read More
SCHENECTADY—As part of a multimedia expansion, The Alt has added a bi-weekly online flipbook edition, Alt Access; an email alert, The Daily Primer; and a weekly television show, The AltCast, to its portfolio. Beginning today, The Alt print edition will publish bi-weekly, with an online calendar updated daily for comprehensive... Read more » ... Read More
Inaugural show a success People in the crowd stomped their feet, clapped their hands and sang along to their favorite Beatles songs at the first Capital Records Live! concert at Proctors. Local bands put their own spin on the songs — filling the GE Theatre with familiar yet innovative tunes.... Read more » ... Read More
SARATOGA SPRINGS—Long-anticipated renovation and construction on Universal Preservation Hall will begin soon, following New York State’s announcement on Monday of a $750,000 Restore New York Communities Initiative grant to the City of Saratoga Springs through Empire State Development. “We thank Governor Cuomo, Mayor Meg Kelly and Saratoga Springs Commissioner of... Read more » ... Read More
Homemade food connects volunteers and Broadway tours Sylvia Anapolis will never forget the first time she made deviled eggs for Taste of Home at Proctors. They were gobbled up by the Broadway tour cast and crew she and her fellow Guild members were feeding. It had been years since they’d... Read more » ... Read More