Schenectady Light Opera Company (SLOC) is a nonprofit community theater organization in Schenectady, New York, established in 1926. The current location of the theater is at the new performance art center at 427 Franklin Street, in downtown Schenectady. In 2006-2007, SLOC celebrated its 80th Anniversary of community theater. The 2006-2007 season consisted of four main shows: The Full Monty, Oliver!, Once on This Island, and Hello, Dolly! It also included an 80th Anniversary Concert in January. The company has presented over 200 shows at various locations for over 80 years. The company presents high quality amateur theater productions.
Read more about Schenectady Light Opera Company: High School Awards Program, Current Board of Directors, Current Season (2011–2012)
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“Now God be praised, that to believing souls
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