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The Egg Center For The Performing Arts
Welcome to The Egg – the Empire State Plaza’s Center for the Performing Arts.“The Egg” itself is owned by the State of New York and managed by the not-for-profit Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza Performing Arts Center Corporation. This entity was established to present quality performances, accessible to all citizens of New York State, highlighting the unique and extraordinary artists from New York State, across the country and around the globe. Through partnerships and collaborations, the Corporation presents performances, spotlights emerging artists, fosters relationships with resident companies, and enhances activities in cultural and arts education.
Upcoming Events at The Egg Center For The Performing Arts
Nate Jackson: Super Funny World Tour
Laurie Berkner
The Egg Presents: Rickie Lee Jones
The Egg and UAlbany Present: Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company
The Egg Presents: Corinne Bailey Rae
The Egg Presents: Herb Alpert and Lani Hall
Angel Olsen (Solo): Songs From The Archive
Recent News
Savion Glover Returns for Dance in Albany Series
Albany, NY - The performing arts centers at The Egg and the University at Albany, which jointly present Dance in Albany, are proud to present Savion Glover on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 8pm at The Egg at the Empire State Plaza in downtown Albany. …
Read More »The Egg Presents Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives with Opener Wyatt Ellis on March 30, 2024
An eclectic country artist whose legacy spans decades, Marty Stuart easily moves through country-rock, psychedelic-rock and bluegrass with his band the Fabulous Superlatives. Stuart starting playing professionally with a gospel band at age 12,…
Read More »February Boasts Two Distinct Dance in Albany Performances
Albany, NY -- The performing arts centers at The Egg and the University at Albany, which jointly present Dance in Albany, are proud to present the next two offerings in the series which will both take place in early February. Monica Bill Barnes…
Read More »This Week at The Egg September 18, 2023
Guilherme Arantes and Guests Friday, September 22, 7:30 PM Brazilian composer, pianist and singer Guilherme Arantes, with special guests saxophonist Vanessa Collier and pianist and singer Lydia Salnikova. PURCHASE TICKETS Blue October Friday,…
Read More »This Week at the Egg - August 21, 2023
Sam Morril Sunday, August 20, 7 PM Sam Morril is one of the fastest-rising stand-up comics in New York City and one of the best joke writers in the scene today. He was a regular on Comedy Central’s This Week at the Comedy Cellar, where he…
Read More »Dance in Albany Series 2023-24
THE EGG AND UALBANY PERFORMING ARTS CENTERS OFFER DANCE IN ALBANY SERIES FOR 2023-24 (Albany, NY): For the eighth year, the performing arts centers at The Egg and the University at Albany have announced that they will present Dance in Albany, a…
Read More »The Egg Adds Jonathan Richman To Its Concert Series On October 15
The Egg has announced that Jonathan Richman will perform on Sunday, October 15th at 7:30 PM as part of the American Roots & Branches concert series. A singer and songwriter who has stubbornly (and joyfully) followed his muse in a career that…
Read More »The Egg Announces 2023 Concerts By Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Hot Tuna And Albert Cummings
The Egg Announces 2023 Concerts By Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore,Hot Tuna And Albert Cummings The Egg has announced that Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore (August 24), Hot Tuna (September 20) and Albert Cummings (October 19) will perform…
Read More »Music, Comedy and Family Shows at The Egg
This Week At The Egg The Wallflowers Wednesday, May 3, 8 PM This Jakob Dylan-led band meshes timeless songwriting and storytelling with a hard-hitting and decidedly modern musical attack. PURCHASE TICKETS Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes…
Read More »The Egg Announces Drive-by Truckers Concert for May 8
The Egg has announced that the Drive-By Truckers will perform on Monday, May 8th at 7:30 PM as part of the American Roots & Branches concert series. Alt-country rock pioneers the Drive-By Truckers with founding members Patterson Hood and Mike…
Read More »Music Program Offers Three Holiday Themed Concerts
Albany, NY -- The Music Program of the University at Albany’s Department of Music and Theatre is pleased to present three holiday themed performances in December. The annual Holiday Concert is scheduled for Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 3pm…
Read More »This Week at the Egg - October 11, 2022
MasterChef Junior Live! Wednesday, October 12, 7 PM This high-energy, interactive, stage production brings the culinary hit TV show MasterChef Junior directly to fans and foodies alike… LIVE on stage! PURCHASE TICKETS Colbie Caillat…
Read More »The Egg Announces 2023 Family Wonders Performance Series
THE EGG ANNOUNCES 2023 FAMILY WONDERS PERFORMANCE SERIES The Egg has announced that its “Family Wonders” performance series will return in 2023 with a mix of dance, music, theatre, puppets and pets. In an effort to make the shows as…
Read More »The Egg Center For The Performing Arts Happenings for the Week of August 26, 2022
THIS WEEKEND AT THE EGG Bored Teachers Summer Comedy Tour – We Made It To Summer Break FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 7 PM Bored Teachers presents its first-ever comedy tour with all your favorite teacher-comedians from the Bored Teachers…
Read More »The Egg Announces 2022 Concerts By The Watkins Family Hourand Rhett Miller
The Egg has announced that the Watkins Family Hour (October 27) and Rhett Miller (November 12) will be performing as part of its 2022 concert series. Tickets are currently on sale online at www.theegg.org or by telephone at 518-473-1845, or in…
Read More »The Egg Center For The Performing Arts Announces News Shows as on July 18, 2022
THIS WEEK AT THE EGG Todd Rundgren Tuesday, July 19, 7:30 PM Singer, songwriter, guitarist, video pioneer, producer, recording artist, computer software developer, and conceptualist, Todd Rundgren performs his “Unpredictable”…
Read More »The Egg Center For The Performing Arts - Dance In Albany Series 2022-23
(Albany, NY): For the seventh year, the performing arts centers at The Egg and the University at Albany have announced that they will present Dance in Albany, a joint dance series featuring ten offerings for the 2022-23 season. Seven of the…
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