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See some of the wonderful performances hosted at Stissing Center over the last few years.
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See some of the wonderful performances hosted at Stissing Center over the last few years.
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Benji Kaplan effortlessly crafts his own brand of Neo-Classical Brazilian-infused music meets late Romantic-inspired compositions. A quirky crooner who adorns his voice with lush voicings and harmonies from his nylon string guitar, Benji has performed in a wide array of venues such as Cornelia Street Cafe, Dizzy’s Club, Rubin Museum of Art, Zinc Bar, Nu Blu, and the legendary Rio de Janeiro club “Beco das Garrafas” (Bottles Bar) among many others.
Part of our Coffeehouse Series, performed downstairs in an intimate setting on the Garon Suh Family Stage.
Join some of the Valley's renowned chefs as they prepare foods and flavors from the harvest season, paired with regional wines and spirits from the Valley's distilleries and vineyards. Then "shop the season" at a lively farmers market showcasing our local farmers and purveyors.
Stissing Center presents Grumbling Gryphons’ production of "Trickster Coyote Shares the Fire: A Native American Trickster Tale! “
In the story, “Trickster Coyote Shares the Fire” (Plains Indian Tale) Trickster Coyote cunningly outwits the greedy Fire Beings, risks his life and brings the treasure of fire to humans. Children will engage in becoming coyotes, fire spirits, eagle dancers and helping Trickster Coyote rescue and share fire with the humans.
What do you get when you mix bureaucratic nightmares, existential dread, and toe-tapping tunes? Kafkaesque!, the musical comedy you didn’t know you needed—until now. Join us at Stissing Center for a special concert staging of this off-Broadway hit, starring the original cast.
“From Start to finish Kafkaesque! is engaging, funny and even a little soulful.” - Front Row Center
“Cleverly crafted and brilliantly acted, Kafkaesque! is a campy delight” - The Theatre Times
“A riotous, modern, unique musical comedy” - Stage and Cinema
This show takes Kafka’s angst and spins it into song. Expect dancing executioners, singing cockroaches, and a healthy dose of “WTF?”—all set to a wildly entertaining score. It’s smart, weird, and laugh-out-loud funny.
The New York Theatre Organ Society proudly presents a special screening of the 1928 classic Speedy, starring the legendary Harold Lloyd. This beloved silent comedy follows a taxi driver navigating a wild day in New York City, packed with slapstick stunts and unforgettable scenes—including a cameo by Babe Ruth!
Providing live accompaniment on the Allen T321Q Theatre Organ is acclaimed organist Peter Krasinski, known for his thrilling, spontaneous scores that breathe new life into silent film classics. His performance will transform Speedy into a dynamic, once-in-a-lifetime cinematic event.
A toe-tapping great time! Join our musician-actors on a journey across America. Playing Bluegrass classics and bringing to life celebrated American Tall Tales. From Paul Bunyan to a classic Appalachian Jack Tale, this show is brimming with lessons and wild characters. Songs like ‘In the Pines’ celebrate this special music and tales from our country.
This curated collection features over 50 original works generously donated by artists and collectors from near and far. Every piece you bid on directly supports Stissing Center’s programming, helping us bring music, theater, and community events to life in Pine Plains. Whether you're adding to your collection or discovering something new, your participation keeps the arts thriving.
The Galen Pittman Quartet performs standards primarily from the American song book but with a modern perspective, reinterpreting the original song structures and the melody. The Quartet focuses on a deep exploration of sound heavily influenced by the great masters from both the jazz and classical worlds..
Learn through Play! Barefoot Adventures includes activities, games & challenges such as: obstacle courses, relay races, dance & rhythmic movement, basic sports skills & so much more. Our focus is fun, teamwork, health & fitness, character building and providing a healthy outlet of energy.
Five-time Emmy Award-winning composer Jeff Beal (Monk, House of Cards) meticulously composed the New York Études in 2021. These ten works for solo piano reveal Beal’s mastery of composition, voice leading, and harmony. The New York Études are the organic result of his commitment to bettering his mind, body, and soul in the face of his chronic illness, MS.
Due to disruptions in international travel, Twin Flames is unable to appear this season.
Four-time Canadian Folk Music Award winners Twin Flames bring their soulful sound to Pine Plains—with Chelsey June joined by acclaimed flutist and guitarist Ed Koban.
Expect heartfelt storytelling, Indigenous instruments, and genre-blending melodies in this powerful evening of music, connection, and culture. A celebration of healing, identity, and the joy of shared songs.
This fun traveling animal program is designed to educate children and families about animals, their welfare and conservation. Two by Two Animal Haven focuses on fostering kindness and empathy for all living things.
Meet a Wild World of Animals including Kangaroo, Parrot, Alligator, Snake, Bearded Dragon, Cane Toad & Tortoise.
Part of our Summer Children’s Series, sponsored by Stewart’s Shops / The Dake Family and Sugar Hill Farm.
The poignant story of the relationship between the director of a prestigious boarding school for Black and Brown girls and the valedictorian of the senior class. Who's the teacher? Who's the student? And does either of them belong in a girls' school?
The Whangara people trace their ancestry to Paikea, who rode a whale to safety. Chiefs, always first-born males, are seen as his descendants. Pai, an 11-year-old girl, must challenge tradition and her grandfather to claim her destiny as leader. PRESENTED BY STISSING CENTER AND THE PINE PLAINS FREE LIBRARY
Nova Scotian sisters Cassie and Maggie modernize Celtic traditions with captivating performances, blending heritage and innovation. With global acclaim and awards like JUNO nominations, they continue to enchant audiences worldwide.
With a playful blend of classic striptease, outrageous comedy, and unexpected twists, the RoundTop Revue is part variety show, part performance art, and all fun. Perfect for a night out with friends or anyone ready to experience a truly unforgettable theatrical romp.
Host Sir Richard Castle welcomes performers including Evil Hate Monkey, Boo Boo Darlin', The Maine Attraction, Ellie Steingraeber and Tansy - all veteran burlesque performers from such New York City burlesque venues as The Slipper Room and The Box.
Whether you're a burlesque fan or just burlesque-curious, prepare for a night that’s bold, bawdy, and full of surprises.
Pirate School! is a lively, interactive show where David Engel's pirate professor teaches kids 4+ the art of fun mischief through games, magic, puppetry, and slapstick. Now in its 24th season, it delights families nationwide, blending humor with lessons in courage and good behavior.
Tangent Theatre Company returns to Stissing Center with a contemporary, emotionally complex play reading: the award-winning BETRAYAL by Harold Pinter. Featuring a select ensemble of actors, the story follows a triangle of love and deceit, as it unravels in an innovative, unexpected way.
Following his 2024 Grammy-nominated Forgotten Octet project, clarinetist Graeme Johnson returns with a program featuring Mozart's works for 18th-century basset clarinet, a new piece by Marc Mellitz, and his own transcriptions.
Exploring the complicated place of a queer woman in STEM before the term existed, P. Pan Et Al. tells the story of Maude Adams, the original Peter Pan, and the peculiar power of the wizards and wizardesses who shape the technology that shapes us.
Take a deep dive into Mexican folk traditions, both ancient and contemporary, with TREKKING MEXICO. This colorful educational show for the whole family takes you on a Mexican expedition of historic and geographic regions through folkloric music and dance. From feeling the rumbling drums of Tenochtitlan to the sweet sounds of the stringed Jaranas of Veracruz, audiences are transported to the jungles of Tabasco and trek the mountains of Guerrero, this multimedia show will whisk you away on a joyful ride through this culturally rich republic.
Out into the Sun, is a first opera for both conductor and composer, Adrian Sylveen – the music, and Ed Napier, writer/singer/theatremaker – the libretto. This opera examines the fallout thatoccurs after a teacher, Richard Colby, is falsely accused of sexually assaulting a student at a New York City private school. All seems lost to Rich Colby until he meets his new neighbor, Cathy Schwartzman, and middle-age romance ensues. But nothing is as it seems: the student has lied; the head-of-school betrays Charlie, and the kid’s Father, a major donor at the school, has contempt for anyone or anything that might threaten him in any way. We look at the brutish, cruel dynamics that can emerge in such academically rigorous, competitive environments, and we consider the parents who, for the most part, create them.
Caro Pierotto and Farofa's "Brazil Beyond Samba" takes you on a musical journey along Brazil's BR-101 highway, showcasing the vibrant rhythms and melodies of their homeland. Recent highlights include performances in Vancouver, Milwaukee's Latino Arts, and a sold-out show at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music!
Davey O., an acclaimed singer-songwriter from Buffalo, NY, has earned recognition with awards and nominations, including a Top 20 Folk DJ Chart album, A Bright Horizon Line, praised globally and in No Depression magazine.
Ann Talman, a Broadway veteran, celebrates her bond with Elizabeth Taylor in Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile, a critically acclaimed cabaret blending stories, songs, and heartfelt humor.
Ann Talman, a Broadway veteran, celebrates her bond with Elizabeth Taylor in Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile, a critically acclaimed cabaret blending stories, songs, and heartfelt humor.
Enchanted Melodies is an interactive, family-friendly classical music performance blending singing, dancing, and crafting to inspire community engagement, accessibility, and inclusivity in live music and theater for audiences of all ages.
Star cellist Sterling Elliott and pianist/director Sophia Zhou celebrates the opening of 2025 Chamber Music season with a program by all-American composers from Amy Beach (1869) to Kevin Day (b. 1996).
Summer Dean, Texas Country Music Awards Female Artist of the Year, captivates audiences with her raw, honest songwriting and electrifying performances, highlighted in her acclaimed analog album The Biggest Life.
