September 18-27
Next in the Black Box
Reckoning: A Series of One-Person Shows
Presented by Ryan Skinner
The CENTER's Black Box
October 2–4, 2026
Friday, October 2 at 7:30 PM: My Story
Saturday, October 3 at 7:30 PM: U.S. Man
Sunday, October 4 at 2:30 PM: The Valley of the Cherries: A Staged Reading
Tickets $15
My Story
Written by Ryan Skinner
Performed by Alina Gonzalez
Friday, October 2 at 7:30 PM
A performance by local actress Alina Gonzalez, who graced Hudson Valley stages (including The CENTER) and has been rebuilding her life since a brain aneurysm in April 2020.
—-
U.S. Man
Written by Ryan Skinner
Performed by Brett Owen
Saturday, October 3 at 7:30 PM
Blending humor, dark comedy, and drama, U.S. Man explores contemporary anxieties, economic instability, and the search for purpose in a world that often feels increasingly disconnected and fragile.
—-
The Valley of the Cherries: A Staged Reading
Written by Ryan Skinner
Read by Maeve Doran
Sunday, October 4 at 2:30 PM
Combining heartbreak, humor, and touches of magical realism, The Valley of the Cherries examines addiction, loss, and the complicated choices people make when confronting systems that seem impossible to change.
—-
The CENTER’s Big A$$ Community Yard Sale
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: The Great Lawn at The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308 Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Rain Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
About the Event
It’s back and it’s BIG.
Our Big A$$ Yard Sale is your one-stop shop for community treasures and theatrical finds. We’re doing another clear out of our inventory of costumes, props, and set pieces, and opening the lawn to community sellers from across the Hudson Valley.
Whether you are hunting for vintage bargains or selling your own goods, this is a day for thrifting, treasure hunting, and connecting with neighbors, all while supporting The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck.
You can expect:
Costumes, props, and set pieces from The CENTER’s extensive collection
Outdoor shopping on the Great Lawn of awesome items from community sellers
Want to turn your clutter into cash?
Cost: $20 per spot (non-refundable)
What is provided: Space only. You must bring your own table, blanket, racks, or other display setup
Setup time: Sellers may arrive no earlier than 8:00 AM
Payment options: Consider making a sign with your Venmo, PayPal, or other cashless payment details for buyers if possible
What to bring:
Tables, blankets, racks, or other display equipment
Cash and change for transactions
Optional bags or boxes for customers
Weather-appropriate gear
What not to bring: No hazardous materials, illegal items, or anything prohibited for sale in New York State
Planning to shop?
Buyer Information
Payment: Bring cash and change, as all vendors may not accept cards or digital payments
What to bring:
Reusable bags or boxes for carrying purchases
Parking: Available onsite
Food and drink: Adorable children selling lemonade and refreshments may be available for purchase
Weather: This is an outdoor event. Rain date is Saturday, October 10. Weather decisions will be posted by the evening of Friday, October 2
The CENTER has been offering opportunities for the Hudson Valley community to create since 1994. We hope you will join us as a participant, a student, or an audience member!
Upcoming Performances
September 18-20:
Main Stage: TOS presents Carrie: The Musical
September 25-27:
Main Stage: TOS presents Carrie: The Musical
October 2-4:
Black Box: Reckoning: A Series of One-Person Shows
October 9-11:
Main Stage: The Crucible
October 16-18:
Main Stage: The Crucible
October 23-25:
Main Stage: The Crucible
October 30 - November 22:
Main Stage: Up In One Fall Musical
November 27 - 29:
Black Box: Is the Food Good?
Upcoming Adult Opportunities
Monday evenings:
Adult Ballet with Miss Jeannette
September 12, 13, 14, & 15:
Auditions: Frozen The Musical
Upcoming Kids Programming
Begins September 21:
Kids on Stage Pure Imagination
Dance begins September 21:
October 10 & 11:
Auditions: Teens on Stage presents Mean Girls
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
-
![]()
Carrie: The Musical
Teens on Stage, September 18-27
-
![]()
Reckoning: A Series of One-Person Shows
Black Box, October 2-4
-
![]()
The Crucible
CENTERstage Productions, October 9-25
-
![]()
Up In One Fall Musical
Main Stage, October 30 - November 22
-
![]()
Is the Food Good?
Black Box, November 27 - 29
“All the world’s a stage.”
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization which is dedicated, through its arts and education programs, to providing arts experiences for people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds.