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Walking Tour of Proctors

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013, 10:01am

 

SCHENECTADY – On Sunday, March 17, Proctors Theater will hold a free walking tour of the historical theater and arts complex.

Visitors are invited to come early and enjoy lunch at the Apostrophe Café or take part in the Schenectady Greenmarket.

At 1p.m. at the doors to the Mainstage the tour will begin and showcase all of the highpoints within the complex, including the dressing rooms, backstage, GE Theatre, and the Schenectady Heritage Visitors Center.

The tour concludes with a demonstration by area organist Carl Hackert on Goldie, Proctos Wurlitzer organ.

For More Information, Please Call, 518-377-3282.

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Demetri Martin comes to The Egg

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer
Friday, March 8th, 2013, 12:31pm

ALBANY – On Saturday, March 16, comedian Demetri Martin will perform his special brand of comedy at The Egg.

Martin is best known for his odd take on everyday things. He has appeared on The Daily Show as well as in the films Taking Woodstock and Contagion.

He has been seen on Comedy Central in his stand up special Demetri Martin Person.

Tickets are $39.75 and are available at The Egg Box Office or ONLINE HERE.

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Niskayuna school recognizes several student musicians

Submitted by Anna Didio on Wednesday, March 6th, 3:51 pm
Niskayuna school recognizes several student musicians

 

NISKAYUNA - The Niskayuna school district is recognizing several student musicians.

Outstanding high school and middle school musicians were selected by audition to perform in the 2013 Suburban Council Music Festival.  

The festival will be held April 12-13 at Ballston Spa High School.    

For more information, click here.

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Michelle Williams joins FELA! at Proctors

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer
Monday, March 4th, 2013, 3:56pm
Michelle Williams joins FELA! at Proctors

SCHENECTADY – The award-winning Fela! will arrive at Proctors Mainstage for three shows only on Friday, March 8, featuring Grammy-award winning recording artist Michelle Williams from Destiny's Child, as Sandra Isadore.

“I am thrilled to join the cast of Fela!,” said Michelle Williams. “This musical journey

is one that I’ve wanted to be a part of since first seeing it on stage in 2008.  The sounds, the passion and the politics of Fela Kuti have long intrigued me and speak to my heart.  I am simply honored.”

Fela! tells the true story of Kuti, who created Afrobeat music, by mixing together pounding eclectic rhythms with lyrics that attacked the dictatorships that ruled Africa.

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Nisky alumni to tour with Crane Symphony Orchestra

Submitted by Anna Didio on Thursday, February 21st, 5:24 pm
Nisky alumni to tour with Crane Symphony Orchestra

NISKAYUNA – A Niskayuna alumni and student at the Crane School of music is coming to the Capital District as part of a tour with the Crane Symphony Orchestra. Following is more information:

Currently a freshman at the Crane School of Music - SUNY Potsdam, Mike Bruns (class of 2012) is pursuing his Bachelor degree in Music Education. 

His rich musical experiences at Niskayuna High School matched his passion for music all the way.  Mike earned the Dr. John Youngblood award in his Senior year for his dedication to music.

Outside high school, Mike was a leader in the bass section of the Empire State Youth Orchestra. 

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Proctors to present 'TRACES' Feb. 27-28

Submitted by Anna Didio on Thursday, February 14th, 4:27 pm
Proctors to present 'TRACES' Feb. 27-28

SCHENECTADY - TRACES, the acclaimed show by the Montreal-based troupe 7 Fingers, will perform on February 27 – 28 in the Capital Region at Proctors on432 State Street in Schenectady.

TRACES combines the traditions of circus with the energy of street performance, from music, dance and illustration to skateboarding, basketball and high-risk acrobatics.

Tickets to TRACES at Proctors are  $20, $30, $40, $50 & $65 and are available at Proctors Box Office, 432 State,  by phone (518) 346-6204, or online here. 

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Niskayuna music students attend Skidmore College Brass Festival

Submitted by Anna Didio on Thursday, February 7th, 3:35 pm
Niskayuna music students attend Skidmore College Brass Festival

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Several Niskayuna music students attended a Brass Festival at Skidmore College on Feb. 2.

At the festival, members of The New York Philharmonic Principals Brass Quintet taught master classes, coached student ensembles, taught private lessons, and performed with a festival brass ensemble made up of 140 students and teachers.

Niskayuna High School students Jack Newton and Chad Rockwell were selected to play in masterclasses and receive mini private lessons with Principal Trombonist Joe Alessi, and Principal Trumpet Phil Smith, and several Nisky students participated in the large rehearsals and evening concert. 

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