Charles R Wood Theater

Mission:

The mission of the Charles R. Wood Theater is to serve all people within the greater Glens Falls region by:

• Committing to the responsible ownership and management of a year-round performing arts facility in downtown Glens Falls.
• Attracting and promoting cultural events and productions.
• Engaging the public in the performing arts.
• Striving to be an economic engine for downtown Glens Falls and the lower Adirondack region.

Vision:

The Charles R. Wood Theater will be the recognized year-round home for the performing arts and a vital component in the growth and success of the lower Adirondack region.

About Us:

The Charles R. Wood Theater is 501(c)3 nonprofit year-round performing arts center.  We manage a 294 seat auditorium with fully professional and updated technical systems.  The theater also houses a large rehearsal space, office space, technical set building space and fully ADA compliant dressing rooms.  Nearly 350 events happen at the Wood Theater each year including theater performances, musicals, concerts, dance performances, meetings, parties, weddings, rehearsals, auditions and educational classes.

The Wood Theater is a 30,000 square foot community facility that resulted from the dramatic rehabilitationof a vacant Woolworth Store on Glen Street in the heart of downtown Glens Falls. The facility includes:

• A 300-seat theater, which is fully ADA compliant, and includes state-of-the-art lightingand sound packages. Suited for theater, dance, music, film and presentations

• A 3,000 square foot rehearsal hall with natural light, changing rooms and separate lobby. This room is also available for receptions, meetings and workshops.

• Over 2,600 square feet of lobby space including a box office, concession area andample room for large receptions.