Category: Collaborative School of the Arts
Posts that in any way mention or have to do with the Collaborative School of the Arts or the previous iteration, School of the Performing Arts (SOPA).
This summer’s Broadway Camp Jr. invited 12-14-year-olds to one of two sessions of a vibrant one‑week experience in the Addy Theatre at Proctors in Schenectady. Guided by seasoned industry pros, participants immerse themselves daily, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in acting, singing, and dancing, as well as blending skill-building with creative... Read more » ... Read More
Collaborative School of the Arts’ High School Musical Theatre Award winners represent Capital Region From all over the country, 110 high school students converged on New York City including Roman Mangino, from Ballston Spa High School, and Lianelys Oviedo-Roman, from Amsterdam High School for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The students spent... Read more » ... Read More
Classroom brochure for 2025-26 season released SCHENECTADY— The Collaborative School of the Arts recently released its classroom brochure for the 2025-26 season which highlights the wonderful opportunities teachers have to expose their students to live theatre, including student matinees, On-the-Go Touring productions, the 10th annual High School Musical Theatre Awards,... Read more » ... Read More
Former Broadway Tech student part of Broadway League panel in 2025 SCHENECTADY—At the Collaborative School of the Arts, there’s no greater reward than seeing a student find their path, thrive in the professional world, and then return home—not just to visit, but to give back. NicForero, a 2017 graduate of... 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
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
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
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