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

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 and…

The Upstate Theater Coalition for a Fairgame Announces $165,000 in Grant Awards

SCHENECTADY (May 5) – The Upstate Theater Coalition for a Fairgame is pleased to announce it has awarded $165,000 in grants to non-profit arts and cultural organizations in three New York State regions—Capital, Catskills and Southern Tier. Not-for-profit organizations based in 27 counties* were eligible to apply for grants from…

Two Weeks Left to Apply for the Third Year of Fairgame Grants

Arts organizations from the Capital Region, Catskills Region and Southern Tier set to benefit from casino funding opportunity SCHENECTADY (March 9) – The Upstate Theater Coalition for a Fairgame is pleased to announce the third year of Fairgame Arts Grants, an invaluable funding opportunity for non-profit arts and cultural organizations…

Upstate Historic Performing Arts Centers to Meet with Regional Elected Officials 

Friday, February 17, 11:00 am, at the Palace Performing Arts Center Area leaders of Alive Downtowns!, an organization representing thirteen upstate cities will meet with local mayors and the Capital Region Assembly and Senate representatives to continue to advocate for inclusion of $20 million in the state budget to support their respective performing arts…