See a Show... Take a Class... Explore the Arts...

This year, the LPCA enters its 45th year. What began as a dream to bring the visual and performing arts to the North Country has grown into one of the largest and most exciting art centers in upstate New York. We invite you to explore everything the LPCA has to offer. From exciting classes to dynamic performances, the LPCA provides you with an experience you won't forget!

Theatre Performance Techniques

with LPCA Artist in Residence Concrete Temple

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The Second City

The famed comedy troupe returns to Lake Placid

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The Cashore Marionettes

Redefine the art of puppetry

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Watercolor Techniques

with Laurie Goldstein-Warren, TWSA, NWWS-gmf

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Knife to Canvas

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Bringing a world of arts to your doorstep.

Located in beautiful Lake Placid, New York, the LPCA is the North Country's most comprehensive and flexible multi-arts center. Located just minutes from Lake Placid's Main Street at 17 Algonquin Drive, the LPCA is Lake Placid's first stop for world class entertainment and arts education.

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New York State Council on the Arts

LPCA programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

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Ticket sales only cover 30% of keeping the arts alive in Lake Placid. Plus members receive special discounts on select shows. Become a member today!

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Upcoming Events

From fanstastic concerts to amazing theatre, the LPCA has something for everyone. You won't want to miss what is coming soon to the LPCA stage!

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...dedicated to presenting and fostering quality arts, which inspire, enrich, educate and entertain people of all ages.

Lake Placid Center for the Arts

The Lake Placid Center for the Arts is a year-round performing and visual Arts Facility. Located in the Adirondack Park of Northern New York, the LPCA consistently presents arts of the highest caliber in music, dance and theatre performances, film exhibitions and visual arts presentations.

In addition, the Arts Center provides special arts-in education programs, workshops and residencies for aspiring and renowned artists.

The Arts Center is the home of the Lake Placid School of Ballet, LPCA Children's Theatre, Community Theatre Players, as well as the Summer home of the Lake Placid Sinfonietta.

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Upcoming Events

Watercolor Techniques: Still Life With Glass

08/20/19 - 01:00pm to 05:00pm

with Laurie Goldstein-Warren, TWSA, NWWS-gmf

Watercolor Techniques: Fun With Abstracts

08/21/19 - 01:00pm to 05:00pm

with Laurie Goldstein-Warren, TWSA, NWWS-gmf

Theatre Performance Techniques

08/22/19 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

with LPCA Artist in Residence Concrete Temple