Here is a rundown of selected events, supplied by Joseph "Jody" Dalton, a local arts writer:
April 6
PolyChoral Festival
Downtown Troy and EMPAC at RPILive music on the streets as 200 college choristers sing and proceed to the EMPAC concert hall. It begins at 6 p.m. at the Hudson River Park, and the concert at RPI is at 7. Free.
April 7-17
"Cabaret"
Cohoes Music Hall58 Remsen Street, Cohoes
This iconic musical portrays life in Berlin as one decadent party before the Third Reich went into full swing. Ticket information here.
April 12-17
Blue Man Group
Proctors TheatreState Street
Schenectady
The blue-faced music group is always a hit with their inventive instruments and antics. Ticket information here.
April 16
Paul Taylor Dance Company
The EggEmpire State Plaza
Albany
It's called modern dance, but Taylor's work is accessible, eloquent and enduring. Ticket information here.
April 29
Aaron Copland's "Appalachian Spring," with the Albany Symphony Orchestra
Troy Music Hall30 2nd Street
Troy
Copland's masterpiece, plus settings of eight spirituals. Ticket information here.
May 5
Glen Miller Orchestra
Troy Music Hall30 2nd Street
Troy
"In the Mood" for big band music? This one is always in style. Ticket information here.
June 9-12
Saratoga Arts Festival
Various venuesDozens of events with music, theater. dance and visual art. Ticket information here.
