NYS Music 2024

Category: News Desk

  • “Rise of the Roach” National Tour to Make Two Stops in NY

    Papa Roach and Rise Against Announce the Rise of the Roach North American Tour. They will hit Syracuse on Sep. 11 and Wantagh on Sep. 13, 2025.

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    Papa Roach will join forces with Rise Against and special guest Underoath to embark on the first North American legs of the Rise of the Roach Tour in the spring and fall of 2025, marking a significant milestone as the two legendary rock bands unite for their first-ever outing together. 

    After the original, sold-out, UK and Europe legs of the tour, Rise of the Roach now continues throughout North America in 2025. The tour will hit over 30 major cities through the U.S. across two legs, including a stop at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, on Saturday, Sep. 13, and Empower FCU Amphitheater in Syracuse on Wednesday, Sep. 11.

    Papa Roach will celebrate 25 years of their debut album Infest on tour by playing iconic tracks and fan-favorite deep cuts from their entire catalog. Rise Against is also celebrating 25 years since their formation and will be performing fan favorites and hits from its whole catalog. This tour will see the biggest production from Papa Roach to date. Both Papa Roach and Rise Against will perform some of the biggest hits in the Alternative Hard Rock genre on one stage every night.

    General on-sale beginning on Thursday, November 14 at 10 am. Learn more and purchase tickets here.

    Papa Roach & Rise Against: “Rise of the Roach” Tour Dates: 

    Thu Mar 20 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center  

    Sat Mar 22 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center  

    Sun Mar 23 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center  

    Tue Mar 25 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre  

    Wed Mar 26 – San Diego, CA – Gallagher Square at Petco Park  

    Fri Mar 28 – Los Angeles, CA – The Kia Forum  

    Sat Mar 29 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center  

    Mon Mar 31 – Portland, OR – Veterans Memorial Coliseum  

    Tue Apr 01 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena  

    Thu Apr 03 – Salt Lake City, UT – Maverik Center  

    Sat Apr 05 – Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena  

    Mon Apr 07 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena  

    Wed Apr 09 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center  

    Thu Apr 10 – Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center  

    Sat Apr 12 – Green Bay, WI – Resch Center  

    Sun Apr 13 – Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center  

    Thu Sep 10 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater

    Wed Sep 11 – Syracuse, NY – Empower FCU Amphitheater

    Sat Sep 13 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater

    Sun Sep 14 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center  

    Tue Sep 16 – Washington, DC – The Anthem  

    Wed Sep 17 – Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome  

    Fri Sep 19 – Allentown, PA – PPL Center 

    Sat Sep 20 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater  

    Tue Sep 23 – Cincinnati, OH – PNC Pavilion  

    Wed Sep 24 – Maryland Heights, MO – Saint Louis Music Park  

    Fri Sep 26 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park  

    Sat Sep 27 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheater*  

    Sun Sep 28 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre  

    Tue Sep 30 – Rogers, AR – Walmart Amp  

    Wed Oct 01 – Franklin, TN – FirstBank Amphitheater  

    Thu Oct 03 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre  

    Sat Oct 04 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre  

    Sun Oct 05 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

  • Nanola Celebrates 11 Years of Live Music and Good Cookin

    Malta restaurant and live music venue Nanola has announced its celebration of 11 years of service. The venue celebrates the milestone the week of November 11 with a slew of exciting menu deals and various live musical performances.

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    Nanola operates as a bar and restaurant open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. They provide some of the area’s best burgers and wings as well as some Cajun and New Orlean’s specialties. Jambalaya and even fried alligator from time-to-time graces Nanola’s menu. The restaurant has also hosted many events from weddings to funerals. They have a stage with professional sound and have had many acts take the stage over the years.

    Local cover bands and solo acts tend to fill Nanola’s schedule these days, but they still pull out the big guns occasionally and have hosted acts such as White Denim, Rusted Root, Caroline Rose, Bob Moses, Tokyo Police Club, Dogs in a Pile. Owner Shane Spillenger has repeatedly kicked himself for turning down Goose on a random Wednesday one week. This week they will be hosting Shake Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos and Saturday night 80’s cover band Aquanett.

    Nanola also hosts weekly trivia, and all your sports viewing events with the NFL package. They also have open mic monthly and karaoke sprinkled in. In the warmer months they have three beach volleyball courts that have leagues almost every day of the week. The volleyball leagues are run by Spillenger’s partner Matthew Wink. US Olympic players have used the courts for practice.

    To coincide with this week’s anniversary, they are refining the menu to Nanola’s tried and true favorites. For a limited time only Nanola will be bringing back its buy-one-get-one happy hour between 4 and 6pm seven days a week. They will also be offering 1-dollar wings for a limited time only.

    For more information on Nanola’s 11-year anniversary celebration and to check out upcoming shows and menu changes, click here.

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  • Jam for Tots Shows Announced Across New York, Benefit Kids Most in Need

    The 2024 holiday season is upon us, and along with a spirit of giving and supporting those most in need in our local communities. Jam for Tots will once again be held at venues across New York State, bringing live music fans together for great shows while collecting toys to brighten the spirits of children statewide.

    jam for tots 2024

    For more than 10 years, Jam for Tots has been held across New York State and the Northeast, where fans are encouraged to bring along with an unwrapped toy for a child (under 13) to drop in the donation box. These toys will be brought to local charities within the venue’s community, to ensure that these toys brighten the day of children within the local area.

    Shows for the 2024 holiday season will be hosted by multiple venues, including Funk ‘n Waffles Syracuse, Lark Hall, Putnam Place, Stewart House, The Strand Theatre Hudson Falls, Bearsville Theatre, The Pub (Philmont), Hibernian Hall in Albany and The Waterhole. We gratefully thank these venues for their support of this worthy cause.

    Things kick off at Hibernian Hall in Albany on November 15 with One Heart Band. See below for the full lineup of 2024 Jam for Tots shows across New York State (chronological order).

    Friday, Nov. 15 – One Heart Band – Hibernian Hall, Albany

    Saturday, Nov. 16 – Barry Goudreau’s Engine Room – The Strand Theatre – Hudson Falls

    Thursday, Dec. 5 – Open Mic Jam hosted by John Pinder – The Stewart House, Athens

    Friday, Dec 6 – The Warped Tour Band – The Waterhole, Saranac Lake – Benefitting Saranac Lake Holiday Helpers

    Friday, Dec. 6 – Across the Pond (Beatles tribute) – The Strand Theatre, Hudson Falls

    Saturday, Dec. 7 – Lespecial – Lark Hall, Albany

    Wednesday, Dec. 11 – Luke Weiler and Josh Anderson – The Pub, Philmont

    Thursday, Dec. 12 – Mihali – Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs

    Saturday, Dec. 21 – Chris Maxwell, Amanda Parsley – Bearsville Theater, Woodstock

    Sunday, Dec. 15 through Dec 22 – Tato for Tots – Funk n Waffles, Syracuse

  • moe. Announces “Circle of Giants” Album, Shares Single “Ups and Downs”

    moe. has announced the release of their 14th studio album, Circle of Giants, with the Upstate New York band embarking on a year of celebration that includes the band’s 35th anniversary.

    Circle of Giants gives a nod to moe.’s enduring resilience and musical evolution over decades of highs and lows, bringing a fresh sound infused with introspective lyrics, coupled with masterful instrumentation and dynamic energy.

    moe Circle of Giants

    To celebrate, moe. has today released the album’s first single, “Ups and Downs,” a relatable take on the ups and downs of relationships, blending honest lyrics with an infectious groove.

    “Ups and Downs” dives into the highs and lows we all face, capturing the rollercoaster of emotions in a way that feels both personal and universal. It’s a track that hits close to home while keeping the energy high. Rob Derhak shares more on the song’s origins:

    ‘Ups and Downs’ came about from an experiment I conducted during the pandemic in 2020. There was a lot of uncertainty about our future, and the touring music business was especially uncertain. Stuck at home, and left to my own devices, I began working on my home digital recording setup.

    I came up with the idea of trying to write songs for people, and ‘Ups and Downs’ was one of those songs. It began with a conversation and a story. A man wanted me to write a song for him that could help express his feelings for his wife and their relationship. He wrote an email about how they met, but what struck me most was when he said, ‘Like anyone else, we’ve had our ups and downs.’ Once I read that, my mind opened up, and I was able to draw from my own experiences in personal relationships, and thus, the song ‘Ups and Downs’ was born.”

    Bassist Rob Derhak

    Circle of Giants also marks the debut of keyboardist Nate Wilson on a moe. studio release. Having joind the band in 2023, Wilson contributed two tracks to the album, “Yellow Tigers” and “Giants,” showcasing dynamic songwriting and adding a fresh dimension to moe.’s signature sound. Tracks like “Yellow Tigers,” as well as “Band in the Sky” and “Living Again” embody a passion and perseverance that has defined moe. for over three decades.

    In the spirit of celebration, moe. has also launched a pre-order for a reissue of their beloved holiday album, Season’s Greetings on festive red, white, and green pinwheel/splatter vinyl. The album bundle, including limited-edition holiday merchandise, is available now on moe.’s official website.

    To coincide with the album release, moe. will embark on an extensive winter tour beginning at the Aladdin Theater in Portland, OR on Thursday, January 30th. The tour spans the U.S., hitting fan-favorite cities and iconic venues. Continuing their commitment to mental health awareness, $1 from each ticket sold will benefit Backline, supporting mental health resources for touring musicians and their families.

    A special Artist Presale will open on Wednesday, November 13th at 10am local time (Password: CHEERS35YRS), followed by a Local Presale on Thursday, November 14th. Tickets go on-sale to the public this Friday, November 15th at 10am local time. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit moe.org.

    VIP packages and individual show upgrades are available for an additional $100 (plus fees) in select cities, including Portland, OR, Seattle, WA, Crystal Bay, NV, Solana Beach, CA, San Francisco, CA, Frisco, CO, Denver, CO, and Philadelphia, PA. For these select markets, moe. will offer a “Cheers to 35 Years VIP Experience,” an unforgettable opportunity for fans to connect with the band. Each VIP package includes one General Admission ticket. an intimate pre-show performance, Q&A session with the band members, exclusive VIP merchandise gift, commemorative VIP laminate, merchandise shopping prior to public entry, and early entry into the venue.

    Tickets on-sale this Friday, November 15th at 10am local time. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit moe.org

    moe. 2024-25 Tour Dates
    Friday, November 22-Saturday, November 23 – Sunshine Hootenany – Brookville, FL*
    Saturday, December 7-Wednesday, December 11 – The Mexico Incident – Puerto Morelos, MEX~
    Thursday, January 30 – Friday, January 31 – Aladdin Theater – Portland, OR
    Saturday, February 1 – Neptune Theatre – Seattle, WA
    Monday, February 3 – Crystal Bay Club Casino – Crystal Bay, NV
    Wednesday, February 5 – Thursday, February 6 – Belly Up – Solana Beach, CA
    Friday, February 7 – The Bellwether – Los Angeles, CA
    Saturday, February 8 – The Fillmore – San Francisco, CA
    Tuesday, February 11 – Commonwealth Room – Salt Lake City, UT
    Thursday, February 13 – Strings Music Pavilion – Steamboat Springs, CO
    Friday, February 14 – 10 Mile Music Hall – Frisco, CO
    Saturday, February 15 – Sunday, February 16 – Gothic Theatre – Denver, CO
    Thursday, February 27 – Wellmont Theater – Montclair, NJ
    Friday, February 28 – Saturday, March 1 – Brooklyn Bowl – Philadelphia, PA
    Sunday, March 2 – Mr. Smalls Theatre – Millvale, PA
    Wednesday, March 5 – Jefferson Theater – Charlottesville, VA
    Thursday, March 6 – The Ritz – Raleigh, NC
    Friday, March 7 – Neighborhood Theatre – Charlotte, NC
    Saturday, March 8 – The Eastern – Atlanta, GA
    Monday, March 10 – Charleston Music Hall – Charleston, SC

    *with Karina Rykman and Dogs in a Pile
    ~with String Cheese Incident, Daniel Donato, Chromeo and more

  • Prolific Haitian-American Rapper Mach-Hommy Marks First-Ever New York City Performance At The Appel Room At Lincoln Center

    Mach-Hommy, the enigmatic Haitian-American rapper, will be performing in New York City for the first time ever on Wednesday, November 27 at The Appel Room at Lincoln Center. Presented by Live Nation, the performance will see Mach-Hommy bring his (most recently) heralded album #RICHAXXHAITIAN to life in its entirety. This rare, intimate show promises an unforgettable fusion of raw talent, rich storytelling, and the magic of live music at one of the city’s most iconic venues with the city skyline as the backdrop. 

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    Mach-Hommy will offer a glimpse into his enigmatic persona.

    About Mach-Hommy

    Moreover it will offer a glimpse into the Mach-Hommy persona that has buzzed about throughout hip hop’s underground scene for nearly a decade. That is until his 2021 album Pray For Haiti (executive produced by Westside Gunn) broke through on a larger scale, earning him looks from the likes of Black Thought and Jay-Z. Nonetheless, the Mach-Hommy persona operates like a successful, family-owned business. Using the principals of quality control, Mach is intentional in not over-saturating himself or his product. How else would one gain a loyal following while keeping their lyrics off of lyric decoding websites, only granting a handful of interviews since debuting on the music scene over a decade ago, maintaining no social media presence, and covering their face with a bandana featuring the Haitian flag?

    The answer lies in how Mach-Hommy treats each project like a culture-shifting piece of art, worthy of a place at the Louvre, delivering exclusive vinyls and artwork to go along with each project. After all, Mach—who established a fund to support social, economic, and technological growth in Haiti with his 2021 classic, Pray for Haiti—views #RICHAXXHAITIAN as a small musical antidote to the political strife that has long plagued his cultural homeland, intensified since the assassination of former president Jovenel Moïse. “Within two months of releasing Pray for Haiti, the president was assassinated by a paramilitary hit squad,” says Mach. “Now we’re talking about a place with no central governing body. Haiti was the world’s first free Black republic, but now it’s in free fall.”

    Mach-Hommy show promo
    Mach-Hommy’s first ever performance in New York will see him perform his latest album #RICHAXXHAITIAN

    Fans can purchase tickets for Mach-Hommy’s historic debut performance in New York City here.

  • LIMEHOF Hosts 20th Anniversary Celebration in Stony Brook

    The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will host two days of live music, comedy, film screenings, and family events in celebration of their 20th anniversary on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 in Stony Brook.

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    Presented by Catholic Health, Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame’s anniversary celebration will feature continuous entertainment including Kerry Kearney, DMC with Johnny Juice, Stanton Anderson, American Idol Christian Padavan, comedians, surprise guests and more. Admission includes refreshments and an appearance by Santa. Kids under 12 are free.

    Founded in 2004, the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is dedicated to the idea that Long Island’s musical heritage is an important resource to be celebrated and preserved for future generations. They have inducted more than 100 musicians and music industry executives, and also offers education programs and scholarships to Long Island students, sponsors the Long Island Sound Award, and features traveling educational exhibits, including a state-of-the-art mobile museum.

    Admission also includes access to LIMEHOF’s Billy Joel exhibit. The exhibit features over 5 decades of rare memorabilia including albums, tours, inspirations and personal experiences from Billy Joel’s life-spanning career. Videos, awards, recordings, instruments, photos and more were donated from Billy’s personal collection.

    The event will feature holiday music videos of LIMEHOF inductees and will have visits from Santa Claus at 2pm on both days and surprise visits from LIMEHOF inductees. It will also feature the set and sleigh from Twisted Sister’s Christmas Special. More performances to be announced.

    LIMEHOF 20th Anniversary Celebration Full Lineup

    Nov. 30:

    Casey Baron (1 p.m.)

    Kerry Kearney Band (4 p.m.)

    Stanton Anderson Band (5 p.m.)

    Dec. 1:

    Ernie & the Band (12 noon)

    DMC with DJ Johnny Juice (1 p.m.)

    comedian Paul Anthony (2 p.m.)

    Firetog & Co. (3 p.m.)

    “American Idol” Christiaan Padavan (4 p.m.)

    the original Gossip Band (5 p.m.).

      Buy tickets and learn more here.

    • Ashokan Center in Olive Bridge Hosts Banjo Concert 2024 on November 15

      Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, NY has announced Banjo Concert 2024 which is to be held at Esopus Lodge Performance Hall on November 15.

      Banjo Concert 2024 takes place on Friday, November 15 at 7:30 PM at Ashokan Center’s Esopus Lodge Performance Hall. The concert is an evening of 5-string bliss with Scott Hopkins, Hilary Hawke, BB Bowness, Maggie Shar, and Keith Billik. This concert kicks off a weekend workshop and will be filled with many styles, stories, and beautiful banjo music for the community to enjoy.

      This event is part of Ashokan Center’s Banjo Weekend where eventgoers can enjoy a weekend of banjo-centric bliss with a stellar lineup of teachers in a warm and supportive environment. Dive into daytime classes, evening jam sessions, and an inspiring opening-night staff concert. Whether you’re into Bluegrass or Clawhammer (or both!) and whether you’re an advanced banjo-player or just getting started, you won’t want to miss this good-time get together with friends old and new at Ashokan, a stunningly beautiful location.

      Based out of NYC for the past 12 years, and originally from upstate, NY, Hilary Hawke has been composing, writing, teaching and performing music she loves in solo and collaborative projects, both as a multi-instrumentalist/vocalist and as a creative and versatile banjo player. Hilary performed in the Tony award winning revival production of Oklahoma! on Broadway, and Steve Martin’s production of Bright Star on Broadway. She’s devoted herself to performing and teaching old-time, and American traditional music but also brings her love of all types of music into creating her own unique sound.

      BB Bowness hails from New Zealand and has made a home in Boston for the past decade. She co-founded the band Mile Twelve who have toured intentionally and won numerous awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association. BB was awarded the 2020 Steve Martin banjo prize. She loves teaching and stays busy with a full roster of students in Boston and online. Her euphoric energy and love of the banjo are readily apparent in any of her live performances.

      Keith Billik is best known as the creator and host of The Picky Fingers Banjo Podcast, a show listened to by banjo enthusiasts worldwide, and which earned Keith a 2022 International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) award nomination for his involvement in the bluegrass industry. As a player, Keith has performed and recorded professionally for nearly twenty years, including stints with Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellys, Mark Lavengood’s Bluegrass Bonanza, and his current project, Wilson Thicket. In addition to private banjo students, Keith has been a faculty banjo instructor at both Great Lakes Music Camp and Midwest Banjo Camp and is thrilled to be a part of the Ashokan Banjo Weekend.

      For more information on the upcoming Banjo Concert 2024 and to purchase tickets, click here.

    • Symphony Space To Host 44th Annual John Lennon Tribute With Kenny Loggins

      Symphony Space will celebrate love, life, and John Lennon with Kenny Loggins and other music acts during their 44th Annual Benefit Tribute as a part of their 2024-25 season.

      A multi-disciplinary performing arts center, Symphony Space was founded and functions under the belief that the arts transcend barriers, bringing communities together by celebrating both similarities and differences. 

      Known for their wide array of programming including but not limited to Selected Shorts, their immersive Wall to Wall concerts, and their Global Arts education initiative, Symphony Space boasts a full slate of original, affordable, and free programming that fosters the arts through all disciplines. 

      Among many talents and events featured on Symphony Space’s 2024-25 music season is the time honored John Lennon Tribute, now in its 44th year. Two-time Grammy Award winner Kenny Loggins will grace the stage for an evening of his favorite Lennon and Beatles Classics, and will be the recipient of the 2024 John Lennon Real Love Award.

      In addition to Loggins, the night will feature performances from Joan Osborne, Jimmy Vivino, The Kennedys, Chrissi Poland, Martha Redbone, Everett Bradley, and Music Director Rich Pagano. 

      All proceeds from the Lennon tribute will support the Theatre Within initiative. Creators of the John Lennon Real Love Project, Theatre Within provides free workshops in creative expression and mindfulness for folks of all ages that have been impacted by cancer. Notably, they bring the music and mindset of John Lennon to life in elementary and middle school classrooms in an award-winning songwriting workshop and program.

      The 44th Annual John Lennon Tribute will be hosted on Saturday, December 7. For more information on how to attend and ticket purchasing, visit the event page here.

      The rest of Symphony Space’s 2024 lineup is host to a series of impressive acts including but not limited to queer pop musician and filmmaker Be Steadwell, recipient of the Stephen Sondheim Award, National Book Award, and the 2024 Library of Congress Prize for American Fiction James McBride, Grammy-winning New Orleans Rebirth Brass Band, multi-instrumental and vocalist artists in residence Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman, and 1920s jazz inspired The Squirrel Nut Zippers in a Christmas Caravan show.

      The center will open the 2025 year with critically acclaimed blues and folks artist Queen Esther and continue with acts like the Arun Ramamurthy Trio, the “elegantly gritty” Big Lazy, award-winning Black folk interpreter Jake Blount, fusion act Metropolitan Klezmer, the Broadway legend Patti LuPone herself, the lively Martha Spencer and the Wonderland Country Band, Tony Trischka’s tribute to Earl Scruggs, and raga jazz fusion ensemble Falsa in addition to the return of some of their resident artists.

      For further details on their entire 2024-25 season, how to attend, and the artists featured, visit Symphony Space’s official website here.

    • Shakti Lounge kicks off 2024-25 Live Music Series

      In Buffalo on Saturday, November 9, the Shakti Lounge’s 2024-25 monthly Concert Series kicksoff with a performance by the Walter Kemp 3.

      Shakti Lounge

      The Shakti Lounge is a collaboration between Shakti Yoga (Michelle Gigante) and Lavender Haze Collective (Ellen Pieroni). The monthly concert series provides musicians with space to show their skills and art to the community, and a comfortable environment for the audience to hear innovative music. Shakti creates a salon-like setting offering guests the unique experience of reclining on its heated floor with cushions or taking a seat in a chair. All are welcome.

      This year’s selection features a diverse group of artists performing across a wide variety of genres such as jazz, folk, classical, and world music. The musicians are mainly local to Buffalo, with the exception of Nicholas Mycio Trio (jazz guitar from New York City) and Haunted Continents from Connecticut, featuring Buffalo-based cellist Katie Weissman.

      Bandleader Walter Kemp 3, (piano, Rhodes, and Viscount organ) grounded by the roots of swinging, soulful syncopation, will open the series with an existential, extraterrestrial, performance of meditative music. The group features Alec Dube on vibes, Dave Phillips on drums, and Ben Levitt on bass. The ensemble will deliver a one of a kind listening experience. Complimentary refreshments will be available.

      Other acts featured in the 2024-25 lineup are alt-jazz guitarist Adam Bronstein & ABtrio, (Feb. 8) and talented string quartet fra/ctured (Mar. 8). Both of those groups are making a return from last year’s series. Family FUNKtion and the Sitar Jams: a world jam trio consisting of sitar, drums, and bass will also make an appearance on May 10. A special benefit concert on 1/11 for the Sara Rogers Foundation, will feature a talented crew of musicians who knew, loved, and shared the stage with Sara.

      Learn more and purchase tickets here.

    • American Ballet Theatre Studio Company to Perform at Binghamton University

      American Ballet Studio Company, the junior company of American Ballet Theatre, will be performing on Binghamton University’s stage on November 9.

      if it ain’t BA-ROQUE by Hope Boykin, photo by Rosalie O’Connor

      Composed of 12-18 rising stars in the ballet world ranging from ages 17 to 21, the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company is a highly mobile unit of the next generation of ballet greats. 

      Hailing from all over the globe, the ABT Studio Company members are in preparation to enter the professional ballet world, whether that be with American Ballet Theatre or other leading ballet companies worldwide.

      Nearly 80% of the current dancers in American Ballet Theatre are alumni of ABT Studio Company, including eight soloists and 14 principal dancers- notable names including Misty Copeland, Isabella Boylston, and Calvin Royal III.

      Having performed masterworks, contemporary pieces, and newly commissioned custom ballets around the world, the ABT Ballet Theatre celebrates the excellence of female choreographers throughout their work. Recent years have brought the group to stages in London, Athens, Manila, Hong Kong, and St. Petersburg in a mixed bag of performing arts centers, college campuses, festivals, and galas.

      Dying Swan by Michel Fokine, featuring Aleisha Walker – photo by Erin Baino

      On November 9, the ABT Ballet Theatre’s global travels will bring them to Binghamton University’s own Anderson Center for the Performing Arts. For one night only students, staff, and visitors alike will be able to experience the talent of ballet’s next greats in the flesh.

      Tickets for the unforgettable night of dance are available now, with general public prices starting at just $25. In addition to select discounts, ticket prices for students and children have been cut to just $10 for any seat in the house. For more information and ticket purchasing, visit the Anderson Center Box Office’s website here.