Stissing Center for Arts & Culture

Filmed on the ballfields of Pine Plains and directed by local native Lee Cipolla, "Rally Caps" stars Judd Hirsch, Amy Smart, and Carson Minnear. The film follows a young boy […]

Kazemde George returns to Stissing Center, this time in the intimate setting of The Grace Note. A Brooklyn-based jazz saxophonist, composer, and educator, he plays the full spectrum of musical styles blossoming from the African Diaspora, including Afro-Cuban, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Brazilian, and African-American traditions. His performances combine rich improvisation, rhythmic vitality, and soulful expression, creating an […]

Jorge Glem and Sam Reider, Latin Grammy Award nominees, are a dynamic duo blending Venezuelan and American musical traditions. With performances including Lincoln Center and NPR Tiny Desk, their collaboration celebrates cultural exchange. Their debut album, Brooklyn-Cumaná (2022), earned a 2023 Latin Grammy nomination.

Will Lawrence is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Millerton. His fifth studio album, "Rooftops in the Centerfold" (September, 2025), showcases his reflective, melodic style. Beyond his solo work, Lawrence is known as the drummer for The Felice Brothers and has performed with John Early and the Lemon Squares, among others. Stissing Center is proud […]

Part of Stissing Center’s summer children’s series, "The Myth of Persephone" offers children a chance not just to watch the show—but to be in it! The morning begins with a workshop and rehearsal at 10:00 a.m., where young participants will learn songs, movements, and the role of the Greek chorus. Then, at 11:00 a.m., they’ll […]

"Opera Uncorked" is a lively evening of wine and music. Expect drama, romance, and a curated wine list from Italy, France, Germany, and the U.S. Sip and swirl your way through an unforgettable evening of opera and wine. Each musical selection is paired with wine chosen to enhance the mood, flavor, and drama of the […]

Spencer LaJoye brings their intimate, captivating songwriting to The Grace Note for an evening of music that is as heartfelt as it is quietly disarming. With crystalline vocals, acoustic guitar, and looped layers, they create a sound that feels both expansive and close at hand. Wry, thoughtful, and deeply human, LaJoye invites listeners into a […]

Join us for Open Mic Night at the Grace Note, a welcoming evening for music, spoken word, comedy, and every kind of self-expression. Artists of all ages and experience levels are invited to share. Come perform, listen, and cheer on friends and neighbors as creativity, courage, and community meet on one stage together here tonight. […]

Part of our summer children’s series, "Monster Intelligence" follows Melvin, a young monster eager to earn his license to scream. With help from his friend Red the Rat, he sets off on a lively quest to learn and grow. This family-friendly musical celebrates different ways of learning and encourages kids to discover their own “monster […]

Stissing Center welcomes Windborne, the a cappella quartet known for striking vocal harmonies and globally inspired repertoire. Windburn weaves together songs of struggle, resilience, and hope with selections from cultures around the world. For more information and tickets can be found here.