Albany
New York
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
The Egg Presents: Bill Frisell Trio
Workshop: Family Circle Series
Abdullah Ibrahim Trio / Sandhi Trio
The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show
Workshop: Family Circle Series
A Winter Gathering with Kathy Mattea: Good News and Other Favorites
The McKrells Christmas Show
Samara Joy: A Joyful Holiday
The Egg Presents: Yonder Mountain String Band
The Egg Presents: Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Kevin McKrell Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration
The Egg Presents: Laurie Berkner
The Egg Presents: Laurie Berkner
The Egg Presents: Ally the Piper
Recent News
Union College and The Egg Announce Residency Detailsfor Eisenhower Dance Detroit
(Schenectady & Albany, NY) -- Union College and The Egg are pleased to announce additional details regarding the four-day residency by Eisenhower Dance Detroit from October 15-18, 2024. The residency includes community outreach, a professional…
Read More »Final Dance in Albany Series Performance Features Live Music and Visual Art
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 Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 8pm as the final performance in the 2023-24…
Read More »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…
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