• Under Four Flags: A Memorial Day Tribute

    Thursday, May 28, 2026 · 7:00 PM · $20 per ticket

    “Less a documentary than a time-capsule heartbeat” — The gripping silent film Under Four Flags (1918) was released six days after Armistice. The film, accompanied by Max Caplan’s gripping score, is at the center of this program presented by the award-winning winning Musicians of Ma’alywyck, who celebrate 25 years of creating innovative chamber programs for the Capital Region. The evening also inclues music of Romanian composer Mihail Jora and the piano quintet To A Soldier of Samuel Gardner, which is dedicated to American violinist David Hochstein, who died in the front lines in France in October 1918. 

  • Local Bands Night

    Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 · 8:00 PM · $20 per ticket

    Put on your dancing shoes and shake off those mud-season blues! This evening brings together some of best bands from the area, guaranteed to get your toes tapping and put a smile on your face. Full lineup to be announced soon.

  • Timber Frame Workshop

    July 10, 11, and 12, 2026

    An age-old craft used around the world, timber-framing produces structures of exceptional structural durability and aesthetic appeal. Artworks is partnering with the Timber Framers Guild to construct a traditional timber-frame outdoor stage next to the historic Star Theater. Over three days, community members will have the opportunity to learn traditional joinery while helping build a permanent performance space for theater, music, lectures, and community events. The build will culminate in a public timber-frame raising celebration.

  • Collage Workshop With Mark Mastroianni

    Sunday, Jul 26, 2026 · 2:00 PM · $40 per ticket

    Is collage the 20th century’s greatest innovation? Acclaimed mixed-media artist Mark Mastroianni will guide workshop participants as they select, alter and manipulate two-dimensional materials, both natural and manmade, through a journey of trial and error, discovery and acceptance. No experience required.

  • The Fenimore String Quartet

    Sunday, Aug 2, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $25 per ticket

    One of the season’s most highly anticipated concerts returns to The Star Theater. Led by Glimmerglass Festival Orchestra Concertmaster Ruotao Mao.

  • Ensembles Large and Small

    Sunday, Aug 9, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $20 per ticket

    The Glimmerglass Festival Orchestra is made up of leading players from across the country. In this one-night-only program, the players curate their own mini-festival, with selections from every musical genre. Expect surprises!

  • Eat the Document Songbook

    Friday, Aug 28, 2026 · 7:30 PM · $25 per ticket

    Acclaimed novelist Dana Spiotta wrote EAT THE DOCUMENT, Eat the Document — a story of activism, sacrifice, and the cost of living a secret — while living and working in Cherry Valley. The story of activists in the 1970s and 1990s inspired an opera that premiered as part of the 2025 PROTOTYPE Festival (NYC), with a recording out on Bright Shiny Things in May 2026. Soprano Natalie Trumm and pianist Mila Henry, joined by special guests, perform singles from the new opera in this cabaret-style performance.

  • The Rubber Band

    Friday, Oct 02, 2026 · 7:00 PM · $15 per ticket

    Les Bon temps Rouler! Get your dancing shoes on. The Rubber Band is back for a Cajun-Zydeco good time.

  • Horror Film Fest

    Three Nights in October

    Reboot your nightmares with a selection of classic horror flicks. Full lineup coming soon.

  • Dance for Democracy: Halloween Costume Party Fundraiser

    Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 · 8:00 PM · $20 per ticket

    Think outrageous costumes and even more outrageous fun! DJ Raphael keeps the party going!