Welcome to Empire Training Center for the Arts
Located at The Chance Theater on Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York

Empire Training Center for the Arts will train a new generation of arts professionals in technical and arts administration jobs that do not require a college degree. Our 10-month, 3-day a week, workforce program is designed for young adults to build meaningful careers in the performing arts through our comprehensive approach and curriculum: skills-based and experiential training, values-driven learning, industry relationship building, mental health habits, cultural experiences and employment placement.

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