The Park Theater Foundation

The Park Theater Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Glens Falls community by providing a venue for quality and affordable entertainment and educational opportunities in the performing arts.

The Park Theater Foundation is committed to:

Offering a wide variety of professional-level stage performances that embrace the talents of local amateur performers.
Providing opportunities for members of the community in the performing arts to grow and develop their skills and self-confidence.
Enhancing the historic preservation of Glens Falls by properly maintaining the historic Park Theater.
Honoring community involvement and external financial support by operating on a sound financial basis.
Contributing to the economic viability of downtown Glens Falls by drawing tourists and the local community to the downtown area.
Providing a venue to the community for meetings, lectures and performances.

The Park Theater Foundation Board Members & Staff:

Bill Batkay, President
Ben Miller, Vice President & Secretary
Michael Murray, Treasurer
Bruce Hoffmann, Board Member
Elizabeth Miller, Board Member
Liza Ochsendorf, Board Member
Jim Murphy, Board Member
Russell Haight, Board Member
Vittoria Buzzelli, Board Member
Jeff Mead, Board Member
Scott Kraft, Board Member

John Snyder, Executive Director

Chris Ristau, Program Director
Anita MacDonald, Marketing Director

BECOME A SPONSOR

Your support will greatly assist our ability to achieve this mission!

We are pleased to offer a variety of Business Sponsorship Packages to complement our seasonal offerings. Our sponsorship packages include a wide variety of benefits including high visibility through marketing opportunities, along with exclusive show and event promotions. All sponsorship packages are completely customizable to serve your goals better.

Our 2026 SPONSOR PACKAGES are available now! You can support the following initiatives:

REGULAR SEASON
Year-round concerts highlighting nationally and internationally touring artists as well as those in our back yard!

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Our 6th annual series of FREE outdoor summer shows hosted at the Crandall Park Performances Shell.

ADIRONDACK AMERICANA
Our 3rd annual fall series of FREE outdoor concerts hosted at The Hub in Brant Lake.

For more information or additional inquiries, phone (518) 792-1150 or send us an email at director@parktheatergf.com.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Looking to be part of the action? Volunteers play an essential role in the execution of shows, events, programming and operations. We have the perfect opportunity for you to become involved in the arts and our thriving community!

Fill out our form and become a volunteer today!

BECOME A MEMBER

We are proud to offer a wide variety of benefits and privileges at each of our membership levels.

Become a member and support The Park Theater Foundation’s efforts year-round!

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