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The Last American Newspaper
Today until Mon, Oct 5
· 8:00 PM
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"The Last American Newspaper" is an urgent dispatch from the journalists on the front line between facts and "fake news."
theRep MainStage, 251 North Pearl Street Albany, NY 12207
Putting Out the Welcome Mat with Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company
Sun, Sep 27
· 2:00 PM
In celebration of it's 35th year, Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company is Putting Out the Welcome Mat and bringing modern dance to Hudson Crossing Park for a free performance.
Hudson Crossing Park, Co Rd 42 Schuylerville, NY 12871
Malta Cultural Arts Festival
Sat, Oct 3
· 10:00 AM
The Malta Cultural Arts Festival (MCAF) is proud to celebrate its 7th year on October 3, 2026, with a full day of indoor and outdoor arts programming at the Malta Community Center.
Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive Malta, NY 12020
Mother Ann Lee: Morning Star of the Shakers | Dance Performance
Sat, Oct 3 until Sun, Oct 4
· 6:30 PM
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Dance, music, and storytelling are used to portray the life and sufferings and Mother Ann Lee, foundress of the Shaker movement.
Shaker Heritage Society, 25 Meeting House Rd Albany, NY 12211
Navratri 2026 - Live Garba Night (Everyone Welcome!)
Fri, Oct 9 until Sat, Oct 17
· 7:00 PM
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Live Garba Night - Gujarat's joyful group dance with live music! Four nights, no experience needed - friendly dancers will show you the steps. Oct 9, 10, 16 & 17, 7 PM onwards. Everyone welcome!
North Albany Middle School, 570 N Pearl St Menands, NY 12204
Albany Twilight Market - Halloween Market
Sat, Oct 10
· 5:00 PM
Enjoy the Twilight Market!
Washington Park Lake House, Washington Park Albany, NY 12203
Comedy Show in Saratoga Springs - Artisanal Brew Works
Sat, Oct 10
· 8:00 PM
Stand-up comedy show in Saratoga Springs at Artisanal Brew Works. Get tickets early - shows sell out fast.
Artisanal Brew Works, 617 Maple Ave Unit D Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Jennifer Koh, violin & Vijay Iyer, piano
Sun, Oct 18
· 3:00 PM
Our fall season at Union College begins with a special collaboration by an American new music icon and the MacArthur-winning composer and jazz pianist.
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Modigliani Quartet
Sun, Oct 25
· 3:00 PM
Radio France's Artists-in-Residence, the Parisian ensemble makes its highly anticipated return to the series after a four-year hiatus.
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Comedy Show in Saratoga Springs - Artisanal Brew Works
Sat, Nov 14
· 8:00 PM
Stand-up comedy show in Saratoga Springs at Artisanal Brew Works. Get tickets early - shows sell out fast.
Artisanal Brew Works, 617 Maple Ave Unit D Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Jupiter Ensemble & Lea Desandre, mezzo
Sun, Nov 15
· 3:00 PM
The famed singer and one of the world's top early music ensembles, led by lutenist Thomas Dunford, return after their memorable 2023 debut for a program of Baroque arias and instrumental works.
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Raphaël Feuillâtre, guitar
Sun, Nov 22
· 3:00 PM
This French artist's recordings are some of the most streamed guitar music in the world. Returning after his awe-inspiring debut at Mont Pleasant in 2024,
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
The Magi
Fri, Nov 27 until Mon, Dec 7
· 8:00 PM
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A reimagining of O. Henry's timeless holiday classic "The Gift of the Magi."
theRep MainStage, 251 North Pearl Street Albany, NY 12207
Sullivan Fortner, jazz piano
Sun, Dec 20
· 7:00 PM
We kick off a new tradition of jazz during the holidays! Winner of Downbeat Magazine's 2024 Critic's Poll, Fortner is a 2026 Grammy-winning pianist
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Jeremy Denk, piano
Sun, Jan 10
· 3:00 PM
The intrepid MacArthur grant-winning pianist has dazzled our audience for over twenty years with his brilliant programming and impeccable musicianship.
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Con Man: A True Crime Magic Show
Fri, Jan 15 until Sat, Jan 16
· 7:30 PM
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Ben Seidman is a hilarious master of deception. He utilizes pickpocketing, sleight of hand, and psychological magic to create stunning and original magic experiences.
UPH Great Hall, 25 Washington Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Nicholas Phan, tenor & Myra Huang, piano
Sun, Jan 17
· 3:00 PM
"One of the world's most remarkable singers" (Boston Globe), this Grammy-winning tenor has appeared with major international orchestras including the NY Philharmonic, London Symphony,
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Evren Ozel, piano
Sun, Jan 31
· 3:00 PM
His 2024 Schenectady debut left all who attended thunderstruck, establishing him as a series mainstay for years to come. Having since gone on to win the Bronze Medal at the 2025 Van Cliburn
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Zlata Chochieva, piano
Sun, Feb 21
· 3:00 PM
Making her Carnegie hall debut this year, the Russian artist is renowned for her breathtaking virtuosity and insightful interpretations. Called "a greatly gifted pianist," (Gramophone),
Union College, 807 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12308
Free Concert: Samrat Majumder, guitar
Thu, Feb 25
· 7:30 PM
This young Scottish-Indian artist has won multiple European competitions and makes his recital debut in London's Wigmore Hall in 2026. A member of Britain's prestigious YCAT program,
Mont Pleasant Middle School, 1121 Forest Road Schenectady, NY 12303