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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (Sept. 24) — Universal Preservation Hall is adding three performances to its upcoming lineup, bringing Grammy-nominated blues guitarist Tab Benoit to Saratoga Springs in December, followed by celebrations of some of America’s most influential singer-songwriters and the music of Broadway in 2027. Louisiana blues guitarist and singer... Read more » ... Read More
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
SCHENECTADY, NY (Sept. 22) — A new season of learning, performing, and creating is underway at the Collaborative School of the Arts at Proctors Collaborative, with upcoming opportunities for young performers, aspiring theatre professionals, and high school theatre programs throughout the Capital Region to develop their craft, explore careers in... Read more » ... Read More
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (Sept. 16) — Universal Preservation Hall is adding three shows to its upcoming lineup, welcoming the return of Masquerave this fall, a holiday performance from country a cappella group Home Free in December, and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame duo The Righteous Brothers in February. The... Read more » ... Read More
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (Sept. 16) — Comedian Preacher Lawson, known for his energetic stage presence, physical comedy, and quick-fire storytelling, returns to Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15. Lawson rose to national prominence as a finalist on Season 12 of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent”... Read more » ... Read More
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
SCHENECTADY, NY (Sept. 15) — Proctors is serving up something sweet in honor of its 100th anniversary season. Proctors has partnered with Stewart’s to celebrate a century of entertainment, community, and unforgettable moments with Centennial Celebration, a special anniversary ice cream available at Stewart’s counters throughout the Capital Region. The... Read more » ... Read More
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Music Haven’s international concert journey travels from Barcelona and Armenia to Ethiopia, Andalusia, West Africa and South Asia SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (sept. 9) — Proctors Collaborative invites audiences to travel the world through music with the Passport Series: Music Haven at Proctors Collaborative. The six-performance series brings internationally acclaimed artists to Proctors... Read more » ... Read More
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Written by Bennett Liebman, boardmember at theREP The year 2026 marks a major transition in the history of live theatre in Albany. It is the first year without Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill, whose remarkable 30-year tenure at Capital Repertory Theatre ended in 2025. It also marks Miriam Weisfeld’s first full year as... Read more » ... Read More
Thursday, September 3, 2026
ALBANY (Sept. 3) – Capital Repertory Theatre kicks off its 2026-27 season with the world premiere of a true local story. “The Last American Newspaper” is adapted from the memoir by former Post Star editor Ken Tingley. Part docudrama, part intimate character study, “The Last American Newspaper” celebrates the truth-tellers and the communities they serve, reminding us why a free press matters now... Read more » ... Read More