The Beat

Power, Betrayal, and the Spark That Ignited a Dynasty

New York, NY — The American Theatre of Actors (ATA) proudly presents William Shakespeare’s epic political thriller, Richard II , as part of its acclaimed Classical Initiative. Directed by veteran director and founder of the ATA, James Jennings, this production brings to life the catastrophic undoing of a monarch and the ruthless rise of a new regime—the very spark that ignited a decades-long struggle for the English crown.

Monday, August 3, 2026 at 3:00pm at the Smithfield Community Center

Dr. Burton studies the relationship between minority religions and evangelicalism in the antebellum United States, particularly in reference to politics, race, and gender. 

Peterboro, N.Y. - Drawing from rare and overlooked sources to create a database of biographies of nearly 2000 people to track their religious affiliations and activism over time, Dr. Kevin Burton offers valuable data to develop a robust framework for understanding apocalypticism, evangelicalism, and social reform politics of the nineteenth century. Burton uncovers the untold story of how apocalypticism helped drive anti-slavery abolitionism and inspire progressive social reform in nineteenth-century America.

Being Somebody: Growing Up in Brooklyn... A Father/Daughter Tale

Hurleyville, NY — Audiences are invited to take an unforgettable journey from the streets of Canarsie to the Catskills without ever leaving their seats as the Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre (HPAC) proudly presents the one-night-only performance of Being Somebody: Growing Up in Brooklyn... A Father/Daughter Tale, a touching theatrical production that celebrates family, nostalgia, and the moments that shape our lives.

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. – The Saratoga Comedy Festival returns to Saratoga Springs on September 11–12, 2026, bringing together nationally recognized headliners, rising stars, and more than 60 comedians for one of the largest comedy events in the Northeast.

The Stews, Illiterate Light, Boys Go To Jupiter and Copilot headline Westchester's signature independent music festival on October 3.

Larchmont, NY (July 22, 2026) — Steinyfest, Westchester's fast-growing independent music festival, is excited to announce that its 7th annual festival will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at its new home on the elevated parking deck at the Larchmont Metro-North Station.

Southfields , NY - The Palisades Parks Conservancy in partnership with Achilles International and Wounded Warrior Project invite press to cover their ADA Anniversary & Disability Pride Month Celebration Picnic — an inclusive outdoor day celebrating the 36th anniversary of Disability Pride Month.

Tony Award winners Frank Galati, ​ Lynn Ahrens, and Stephen Flaherty’s All The Way Home, plus Nikola Tesla: The Forgotten Genius, and Sometimes Love, will receive concert ​ presentations this spring at The Theatre at St. Jean's

New York, NY (July 23, 2026) – The York Theatre (Joseph Hayward, Producing Artistic Director, Wendy Hall, Managing Director ) today announced the lineup for its NEW2NY Series, presenting three new musicals-in-development this spring at The Theatre at St. Jean's (150 E. 76th Street) from March 6 - April 11, 2027. All tickets are $35 (plus fees); for information and tickets, visit yorktheatre.org. As is customary for New2NY, these are showcases of new works in development, and there are no opening or press nights.

Cape Vincent, N.Y. – August brings a variety of musical styles to the Concerts on the Green stage in Cape Vincent. Presented by the Cape Vincent Arts Council, the free concerts take place Saturdays from 4:00-5:30 pm on the Cape Vincent Village Green, 357 Broadway St. along the St. Lawrence River, within walking distance of shops and cafes. (Rain location is the Cape Vincent Fire Hall, 241 Broadway St.)…

August 1 – 31, 2026

Utica, N.Y. - Join Oneida County History Center for its tenth annual Historical Selfie Scavenger Hunt. Venture on a county-wide scavenger hunt to explore the people, places, and events that shaped Oneida County. Clue sheets and instructions will be available at the History Center or oneidacountyhistory.org. Document your travels with a photo or selfie and share it on social media. All ages are encouraged to participate in this free program.

More Than 100 Quilts, Live Demonstrations, Shopping & Community Spirit Highlight "Each Quilt Tells a Story" Quilt Show August 1–2

Lake Luzerne, N.Y. – The Hudson River Piecemakers Quilt Guild invites the public to experience the artistry, craftsmanship, and stories behind more than 100 handcrafted quilts during its biennial quilt show, "Each Quilt Tells a Story," on Saturday, August 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, August 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hadley-Luzerne Junior/Senior High School, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.