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Teddy Foster, campaign manager at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, says they have reached 90 percent of the $5.5 million fundraising goal for refurbiushing the venue.
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By Jennifer Farnsworth<\/span><\/p>\n

As much as Saratoga is famous for its horse racing, it\u2019s equally known for its appreciation of the arts. <\/span><\/p>\n

The transformation underway at the Universal Preservation Hall is testament to that. According to Teddy Foster,\u00a0 <\/span>campaign manager for the renovation project, the entire Capital Region will be able to see, hear and feel that appreciation at what is promising to be a unique entertainment venue. It is expected to have a profound effect on downtown Saratoga.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThis hall, that already serves so many through so many events, will be turning into a spectacular theater that will seat 700,\u201d said Foster.<\/span><\/p>\n

The building will close in June and will most likely not reopen until the fall of 2018, she said, while construction continues<\/span><\/p>\n

Foster said they have reached 90 percent of their\u00a0 <\/span>$5.5 million fundraising goal. Four years ago, Foster formed a partnership with Philip Morris, CEO of Proctors Theater in Schenectady to move the project forward.\u00a0 <\/span>Morris said as renovation happens, Foster will become the director at UPH, with programming, finance, marketing and other administration done by Proctors staff.<\/span><\/p>\n

The construction project \u201cwill create a beautiful performance and community space,\u201d said Morris.<\/span><\/p>\n

Foster said the space will become a perfect spot for music events and cabaret-type shows. She said adding this element of entertainment to downtown will provide a piece that many are looking for.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThis allows a\u00a0 <\/span>chance for many to grab a drink or dinner and then be able to walk to a concert or show\u2013all downtown,\u201d said Foster.<\/span><\/p>\n

Foster said they anticipate the hall to bring in over 65,000 visitors in the first year alone. She said people can expect the same high-quality entertainment they enjoy at Proctors.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThis type of venue, which will be able to be open year-round, has really been the missing piece of downtown Saratoga,\u201d said Foster.<\/span><\/p>\n

The building is rich in history. Foster said they have worked with the historical preservation society to keep the original beauty and personality of the Victorian-style building. The building first opened in 1871 as a Methodist church. It does not currently have heating, air conditioning or an elevator.<\/span><\/p>\n

The building hosts events including church services, weddings, community groups and small theatrical and musical shows. <\/span><\/p>\n

The 12,000-square-feet\u00a0 <\/span>building has a main hall on the second floor with a white wraparound balcony that both Foster and Morris said will be an advantage for concerts.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThis project will ultimately provide a fantastic spot for the arts as well as help to keep the long term economic status of the city healthy,\u201d said Foster. <\/span><\/p>\n

Foster the facility will have two full-time employees and six or seven part-time workers. She said they have not made any final decision on who will design or build the project. Bids will be received this month.<\/span><\/p>\n

On May 18, the hall will host its fifth annual UPH Celebrity Bartender Party, \u201cShaken & Stirred,\u201d a fundraiser at Saratoga National Golf Club. The event is hosted on the outdoor patio by Mazzone Hospitality and Saratoga National. Food will be provided by Prime at Saratoga National,\u00a0 <\/span>with music courtesy of DJ Trumastr. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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