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The Schenectady Theater for Children, inc.

The Schenectady Theater for Children Presents:

A performance from our Great Minds Series:

A Marriage of True Minds

Brief Summary

A Marriage of True Minds, is a staged reading of the correspondence letters between John and Abigail Adams written over the course of several years while he was urging American independence and encouraging help from France during the American Revolution. It is performed as “readers theater” and was written for the stage in 2003 by Martin P. Kelly. It stars Rita Russell as Abigail and Scott Payne as John Adams.

Date: Saturday June 27^th 2026

Time: 3 PM

Place: First Reformed Church, Covenant Hall, 8 North Church Street (at the corner of Union and Church Streets), Schenectady 12305

Adult: $10.00 Student: $5.00

Appropriate for ages 14 through adult

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Join Our Exciting Summer Puppetry Camp:

“Let’s All Go to the Lobby!”

What’s one of the best parts about going to the Drive-In or Movies? The Snack Bar, of Course!

Calling all young performers in grades 3-8!

Dive into the magical world of puppetry at our 2026 summer camp, where creativity meets fun! This unique camp is inspired by the beloved tune “Let’s All Go to the Lobby!”

Create original Hand and Rod puppets to entertain and entice everyone to “have ourselves a Treat!”

Parody the classic Intermission Snack Bar announcements made famous in the 50’s & 60’s.

Popcorn, Hot Dogs, Ice Cream and Soda Pop will all tell their silly stories.

Sing along with a classic Jingle that you will never forget, as we perform an original show that’s all about the Intermission!

Instructor: Scott Payne

Date: June 29^th through July 3^rd 2026

Time: 9am til 3 pm

Tuition: Cost: $125.00 for first child and $100.00 for each brother or sister!

Secure your spot! Call 518-616-4850 or 518-356-3676 for more information and to register.

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You Just Missed an Outstanding Production:

The Schenectady Theater for Children Presents:

A performance from their Great Minds Series

“An Afternoon with George Gershwin”

3 PM Sunday April 26^th 2026

at:
Congregation Agudat Achim

2117 Union Street, Niskayuna NY

Tickets: pay at the door:
Adults $10.00
Children (11 and under) $5.00

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http://schenectadytheaterforchildren.org

2025 Spring Puppetry Camp:

“Let’s All Go to the Lobby!”

Calling all young performers in grades 3-8! Dive into the magical world of puppetry at our 2025 spring camp, where creativity meets fun! This unique camp is inspired by the beloved intermission and snack bar ads that bring joy to moviegoers everywhere.

Camp Highlights:

Puppetry Skills: Each day campers worked on the art of puppetry from experienced instructors! Participants will explore various techniques, including puppet creation, manipulation, and storytelling.

Relative Themes: Each day, campers worked on developing their own puppet characters and skits, all centered around the whimsical theme of “Let’s All Go to the Lobby!” Get ready to bring your favorite snacks and movie moments to life!

Performance Opportunity: At the end of the camp, campers showcased their creations in a fun-filled performance for family and friends.

Winter Break Improv Camp

“Yes… And…”

Class Dates and Times: Monday February 17^th through Friday February 21^st, 2025

Haunted Hogwarts

A Halloween Haunt by

The Schenectady Theater for Children

Fridays Oct 18^th and 25^th 2024 – 6 to 8 pm

Saturdays Oct 19^thand 26^th 2024 – 12 to 4 pm & 5 to 8 pm

Sundays Oct 20^th and 27^th 2024– 1 pm to 5 pm

Restless Souls & Freakish Phantoms

Silly Spirits, Goofy Ghosts & Family Friendly Frights

With Resident Revenants & Ghostly Guests

Costumes were encouraged

Photo-ops a-plenty

At Via Port Rotterdam – Former FYE

Your Owl has Arrived!

Come celebrate Harry Potter’s Birthday with
The Schenectady Theater for Children Inc.

Friday July 26th 2024 at 7 pm
(Silent Auction and Trivia Special Event Night)

Saturday July 27th 2024
Sunday July 28th 2024
At the STC Studios

Meet and greet some of your favorite Wizards!
See the Sorting Hat ceremony
Test your Quidditch skills!
Toss a Quaffle, Beat a Bludger,
Catch a Snitch!
Attend classes in Potions & Herbology
Avoid detention with Dolores Umbridge!
Search the Forbidden Forest
Treats and Sweets! Concluding with Butter Beer and Birthday Cake in the Great Hall.
Feel free to dress accordingly. It’s always more fun in costume!