Press Releases
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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
Monday, February 10, 2025
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
Friday, January 24, 2025
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
Thursday, January 23, 2025
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
Thursday, January 23, 2025
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
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (Jan. 21) – Universal Preservation Hall is thrilled to announce an extraordinary lineup of performances coming to its historic venue in the heart of Saratoga Springs. Tickets are on sale this Thursday for newly announced unforgettable concerts featuring world-class talent in the Great Hall. Feelin’ Good: A... Read more » ... Read More
Friday, January 17, 2025
SCHENECTADY (Jan. 17) – The Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra (SSSO) is ringing in 2025 with two extraordinary performances featuring world-renowned violinist Lara St. John. The second concert of the SSSO’s 2024-25 series, titled “Reminisce” will be performed at two venues: Saturday, January 25, at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs and... Read more » ... Read More
Thursday, January 16, 2025
SCHENECTADY (Jan. 16) – Across New York, communities are rallying behind the transformative Alive Downtowns! initiative, with an outpouring of support representing businesses, cultural leaders and civic institutions. In a series of heartfelt letters to the governor, these organizations have underscored the vital role historic theatres play in their communities... Read more » ... Read More