Center for the Performing Arts

Empire State Plaza • Albany, New York

Events

Join Albany Symphony on a musical exploration of sound! This hour-long program is split into two parts. The first half introduces you to the sounds of orchestral instruments on their own and how beautifully they can play together in a chamber ensemble. Then in the second half, we put the instruments in your hands! Bow […]

Following the biggest world tour of their career, a sold-out Australian run and unprecedented international growth, The High Kings are heading back to America in 2027, announcing a major 27-date USA tour as part of their hugely anticipated The Power of the People Tour.   From Los Angeles to New York, Chicago to Boston and […]

Jessica Kirson is a powerhouse on stage. She’s a hilariously relatable performer of sheer silliness, vulnerability, and ridiculous characters. Her countless comedic character videos have racked up over 50 million views on social media. Her audience is multigenerational, creating an excuse for large groups of friends and families to spend a night out together. In […]

The Barnhill Movement Collective (BMC) is a professional contemporary and physical theater dance company based in New York’s Capital Region, operating under Create A Space NOW, a performing arts, education, and social justice platform, founded by Broadway performer, educator, and activist Hettie Barnhill. BMC creates movement work rooted in human connection, transforming performance into dialogue […]

Amber Autry is a Nashville-based stand-up comedian known for her high-energy performances and sharp, relatable humor. An ancestor of iconic singing cowboy Gene Autry, Amber honed her comedic skills at Chicago’s renowned Second City before transitioning to stand-up. Now a headliner, her dynamic stage presence has led her to share the spotlight with comedy heavyweights […]