Past Calendar Events

Saturday, January 17, 2026 and Sunday, January 18, 2026 / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Performance Times and Ticket Information: From Stage To Screen Acting Studio

Jeremy Heere is just an average teenager. That is, until he finds out about “The Squip,” a tiny supercomputer that promises to bring him everything he desires most: a date with Christine, an invite to the raddest party of the year and a chance to survive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. But is being the most popular guy in school worth the risk? A hit on Broadway and in the West End, Be More Chill is a musical based on the novel by Ned Vizzini.

Saturday, January 10, 2026 and Sunday, January 11, 2026 / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Performance Times and Ticket Information: From Stage To Screen Acting Studio

Saturday, January 3, 2026 @ 7:00 pm (SNOW DATE: Sunday, January 4, 2026 @ 2:00 pm) / VBI Theater – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: $20 per person – Cash Only at the Door or In Advance at West Side Theatrix Spotlight Cabaret Tickets

Friday, January 9, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm / Free Admission / Refreshments will be served

• Victorian Gallery @ 9 Vassar Street – Kelly Stohr, Photographer
• Hancock and Reception Galleries @ 12 Vassar Street – WomensWork.Art Group Exhibition featuring Poughkeepsie-based female artists Stephanie Russell, Shirley Parker-Benjamin, Carolyn Schlam, Randi Chalfin, Suzanne Bonzer, Maryanne Ramirez, Samantha Palmieri, Lynne James, Elinor Levy, and Womenswork.Art owner, Nikki Hung 

Sunday, December 21, 2025 @ 1:00 pm and 4:30 pm / VBI Theater – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: $15 per person – To purchase tickets, email nyaballet@gmail.com / Cash (exact change), Check (checks made payable to New York Academy of Ballet) or zelle  (nyaballet@gmail.com) will be accepted / Phone: 845-802-3703

Saturday, December 13, 2025 @ 8:00 pm / VBI Theater – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: Elysium Furnace Works

Elysium Furnace Works (EFW) closes out its 2025 season with this explosive project featuring two legendary DJs, Rob Swift and Mista Sinista, renowned turntablists and founding members of the celebrated X-Ecutioners crew, who have worked with everyone from Kool G Rap and Cypress Hill to Mike Patton and Mike Shinoda. They have even made a famous (“some say infamous”) appearance at NYC’s Vision Festival many years back. EFW is honored and thrilled to present these artists’ incomparable skills across four turntables.

Saturday, December 6, 2025 and Sunday, December 7, 2025 / VBI Theater – 12 Vassar Street / Performance Times and Ticket Information: From Stage To Screen Acting Studio

Friday, November 7, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm / Free Admission / Refreshments will be served

• Victorian Gallery @ 9 Vassar Street – Arianne Wack, Acrylic Paintings
• Reception Gallery @ 12 Vassar Street – Alfons Rodriguez, Photographer and Maria Krasnopolsky, Plein Air Paintings 
• Hancock Gallery @ 12 Vassar Street – Elise Pittelman, Painter 

Monday, November 3, 2025 @ 7:00 pm / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: Milo Rossi Northeast Tour Tickets

The internet’s favorite archaeology educator Milo Rossi brings his viral debunking expertise to the stage in his Northeast Tour! With more than 950 million views, the self-proclaimed “Googledebunker” has become one of the most trusted voices in debunking archaeological misinformation and making science accessible to everyone. In this engaging talk, he’ll dive into the real dangers of pseudoscience and pseudo-archaeology and discuss why science communication matters now more than ever. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Milo’s work, expect his signature blend of humor, insight, and passion for truth as he tackles some of today’s biggest challenges in scientific literacy. Ages 13+ recommended 

Saturday, October 18, 2025 @ 8:00 pm / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: Elysium Furnace Works

Bobby Previte, the illustrious drummer, percussionist, composer, bandleader and Downtown NYC luminary, presents an ensemble performance with musicians yet to be announced.

Saturday, October 11, 2025 – 4:00 pm Reception and 5:00 Film followed by Performance and Book Signing / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: Free Will Donation 

“Be the Poem stakes out the ground where art and urgency meet. Part memoir and part poetry collection, this book explores how a poet’s work extends far beyond the page. Poet Gold’s poems rise within her story, reminding us that poetry is no mere ornament, but rather a tool for survival, solidarity, and change. With honesty and beauty, Poet Gold explores the role of the poet as both witness and guide, encouraging us to develop our own poetic voices—even in today’s decidedly unpoetic world.”

—Danielle Ofri, MD, PhD, editor of Bellevue Literary Review, author of What Doctors Feel

This project is made possible with funds from the New York
State Legislature and administered by Arts Mid-Hudson.

Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm / Grand Parlor – 9 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: HVSU Fall Fête

Spend a fall evening with the Hudson Valley Symphony Orchestra! Mingle with fellow music enthusiasts and enjoy a special performance by the extraordinary musicians of the HVSO.

Saturday, September 20, 2025 @ 8:00 pm / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: Elysium Furnace Works

Darius Jones, one of the most acclaimed alto saxophonists of his generation, performs his remarkable compositions accompanied by one of the world’s most talented, commanding rhythm sections that include bassist Chris Lightcap and drummer Gerald Cleaver.

Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 1200 pm to 5:00 pm/ Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center at 9 & 12 Vassar Street, Poughkeepsie, NY / Free Admission /Rain or Shine

Artist Booths – Participating Visual Artists, Artisans, Craftspeople and Companies

Aria’s Essential Collection, Phyllis Busel Pottery, Crafted by Madeline, Crafts by Kari, Donna Lynn Creations, Emalia Mae Makes Art, Enchanted Crafts, Garland Grace Studios, Handmade by Barbara, Hearth & Twine, Hometown Apparel & Embroidery LLC, Huff N’ Puff Insulators, Inc./Renewal by Andersen, It Must Have Been In The Bake, LLC, Jeneric Bags, JZB Woodworking, League of Women Voters of the Mid-Hudson Region, Local D, Terri Ogwulumba, Purple Tail Rooster Leathers, Carolyn Schlam, Sudzy Susie’s Soaps, Unique Jewelry Design and Valley View Properties/Resin by Allison, With Love Jessi’s Sweet Treats.

 Outdoor Music Performances – Musicians and Performance Schedule

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Hudson Valley Symphony Cello and Violin Duo

1:15 pm – 2:15 pm

Members of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild featuring Rich Newman (singer & guitarist) and

Mary Pazienza and Greg Simon (singer, guitarist and songwriting duo)

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Ray Watkins (gospel blues pianist and vocalist)

3:45 pm – 5:00 pm

Dave Henningson playing the blues and “jazzin’ it up” with his Dave & Friends showcase

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Food Vendor: Fanelli’s Deli Dogs

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Sunflower Level Sponsors

Huff ‘N Puff Insulators Inc. / Renewal By Andersen

Acorn Level Sponsors:

Renaissance Kids

The Bar on West & Main

Adams Fairacre Farms

Friday, August 15, 2025 @ 7:30 pm and Saturday, August 16, 2025 @ 11:00 am

 VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street 

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Saturday, August 16, 2025: Two Performance Times – 4:30 pm & 7:30 pm

 VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street 

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Saturday, August 9, 2025 and Sunday, August 10, 2025 / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Showtimes and Ticket Information: Standing Room Only Theater Company

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 7:00 pm, Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm, and Sunday, July 27, 2025 at 1:00 pm / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: $20 Available Online or At The Door / To purchase tickets online visit:  Eventbrite/FAME West Side Theatrix

Sunday, July 20, 20245@ 2:00 pm (Doors Open at 1:30 pm) / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Free Admission / Reservations Required – Click the link: Reserve Your Seat    

Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 8:00 pm / VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / Ticket Information: Elysium Furnace Works

This “glowingly new—2024 vintage” trio, Squanderers, features guitarists Wendy Eisenberg (Allison Miller, John Zorn) and David Grubbs (Gastr del Sol, Bastro, Squirrel Bait) alongside multi-instrumentalist and legendary producer Kramer (Shimmy-Disc, Shockabilly, Bongwater, New York Gong) promises to be “divining urges not dirges.”

Sunday, July 20, 2025 / Dance Studio at the VBI Theatre – 12 Vassar Street / See Poster for Class Times and Bios / Free Admittance / Pre-Registration Required: Call 845-831-2420 or Email director@willowdancecenter.com or Online balletcollective.com/2025willow / Willow Dance Center