About

Make local theater a tradition in your life by creating an unforgettable evening with memories that will last a lifetime.

For over 65 years Broadway Theatre League of Utica has offered local theatergoers star-studded evenings filled with music, drama, and first-rate entertainment.

Broadway Theatre League of Utica's mission statement is to present, produce and promote the highest standards of excellence in a variety of family-orientated, multi-generational and sophisticated theatrical productions; to expose the community to the many benefits of live theatre and the performing arts; to provide opportunities for the youth of the community to experience these benefits as well.

Founded in 1957 by individuals interested in providing high-quality national touring Broadway shows, Broadway Theatre League of Utica is one of only a handful of such non-profit organizations! Broadway Theatre League of Utica continues to be a robust organization providing a unique educational and cultural experience in Central New York. With the opening of the much anticipated Stanley World Stage, Broadway Theatre League of Utica now has its pick of a wide range of musical and dramatic productions. For additional ticket information, please click here.


Broadway Utica Staff

Danielle Padula, Executive Director

  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
  • Favorite Broadway Production: Hairspray, Jagged Little Pill, In the Heights... I can't decide!
  • Reason I love my job: I love the people! The stories we hear of people who have been going to the theatre for decades and some that it is their first time... still with the same excitement and smiles! From our restaurant partners, corporate supporters and families - we meet the best people! Not to mention I have the best team on the planet that makes coming to work each day not even feel like work.

Joe Fanelli, Technical Director

  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer, the Crab. E.
  • Favorite Broadway Production: J.C. Superstar. Sorry not sorry.
  • Reason I love my job: The opportunity to work with and learn from creative, motivated people.

Carrie LoGalbo-Klepadlo, Director of Development & Communications

  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
  • Favorite Broadway Production: Mamma Mia
  • Reason I love my job: I’ve always had a passion for arts and culture. As a child, I knew I wanted to be doing something rewarding and creative with my career. I’m blessed to be able to have it all with this position here at Broadway Utica. I enjoy the people, the creative work environment, and the spirit of sharing the arts with Utica, my hometown.

Jill Conley, Finance Director

  • Zodiac Sign: Libra
  • Favorite Broadway Production: The Lion King
  • Reason I love my job: I enjoy the people I work with as well as the clients I interact with on a daily basis.  Coming to work every day is fun - I LOVE IT!!

Kristen Matteson, Community Outreach & Program Coordinator

  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus
  • Favorite Broadway Production: Jagged Little Pill
  • Reason I love my job: I love my job because it is different every day.  It allows me to be creative and to try new things, meet new people, work on projects and I am constantly challenged to try something new.  There is a genuine spirit of mutual respect and shared goals within our office.  I am proud to work for someone who encourages me to come up with my own ideas and to provide input to the team.   I mostly love all the relationships that I have made with the patrons, community partners and the different productions that travel through Utica.

BROADWAY THEATRE LEAGUE  OF UTICA | BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 

President | Anne Milograno

Joined in 2013

V. President | Dr. Frank Dubeck

Joined in 1993

Treasurer | Paul Drejza

Joined in 2011

Secretary | Peter Loftus

Joined in 1994

Joan Brown - Hobaica

Joined in 2013

Eugene Falvo

Joined in 2017

Carol Furno

Joined in 2017

Colleen Noga

Joined in 2023

Matthew Romanow

Joined in 2023

Straight from Broadway to Broadway Utica!