Press Releases

Posted 2017-02-08 by Proctors Web Team

Statewide Support Grows for Alive Downtowns! as Communities Unite in Call for Governor’s Backing

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

Exciting Opportunities Await at the Collaborative School of the Arts This Summer!

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Schenectady, NY (Jan. 14) – The Collaborative School of the Arts is thrilled to announce a diverse lineup of programs and opportunities for aspiring performers, musicians and artists of all ages across the Capital Region this summer. Starting this July, CSOA will offer Broadway Camp, Broadway Camp Jr. and Reel... Read more » ... Read More

AFTER 30 YEARS LEADING CAPITAL REPERTORY THEATRE, MAGGIE MANCINELLI-CAHILL ANNOUNCES PLANS TO STEP DOWN

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

(ALBANY, NY) Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill, the long-time Producing Artistic Director of Albany’s Capital Repertory Theatre, has announced her plans to step down at the end of 2025. She has been working with theREP’s board and staff at Proctors Collaborative in the search for her replacement and to ensure a smooth transition.... Read more » ... Read More

Applications to Open in February for Fifth Year of Fairgame Grants

Monday, January 13, 2025

Arts organizations from the Capital Region, Catskills Region and Southern Tier set to benefit from casino funding opportunity SCHENECTADY (Jan. 13) – The Upstate Theater Coalition for a Fairgame is thrilled to announce the fifth annual Fairgame Arts Grants, offering critical funding for non-profit arts and cultural organizations across the... Read more » ... Read More

Eddies Hall of Fame Announces Seventh Class of Inductees

Friday, January 10, 2025

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (Jan. 14) — Universal Preservation Hall is proud to announce the seventh class of inductees into the prestigious Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame. This year’s inductees celebrate diverse musical genres and contributions to the Capital Region’s thriving music scene. The class of 2025 includes... Read more » ... Read More

Universal Preservation Hall Announces an Exciting March Music Lineup: Rock Legends, Bluegrass Innovators and Celtic Celebrations

Monday, December 23, 2024

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (Dec. 23) – Universal Preservation Hall is thrilled to announce a dynamic March lineup featuring four outstanding musical performances coming to Saratoga Springs. Kicking off the month, Southern rock icons The Outlaws will take the stage 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6, bringing their classic Southern rock sound... Read more » ... Read More

David Greenberger & The Huckleberries Present ‘Universal Preservation’ at UPH – An Exclusive Afternoon of Storytelling and Music

Thursday, December 19, 2024

SARATOGA SPRINGS (Dec. 19) – Universal Preservation Hall is incredibly excited to welcome David Greenberger & the Huckleberries for an exclusive event at UPH. This one-time-only show featuring Greenberger along with Peter Davis, Chris Carey, James Gascoyne and Sam Zuccini will be in the Great Hall 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan.... Read more » ... Read More

Sara Evans Brings Her Legendary Voice to Universal Preservation Hall

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Saratoga Springs (Dec. 11) – Universal Preservation Hall is thrilled to announce that country music superstar Sara Evans will perform in the Great Hall 7:30 p.m. May 17 for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling. Tickets go on sale 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13. With a career spanning over... Read more » ... Read More