Community Engagement &
Education at The Glove Theatre
The Glove Theatre is more than a venue - we're a community hub committed to accessibility, education, and bringing neighbors together.
Through FREE youth programs, affordable family events, and partnerships across Fulton and Montgomery Counties, we ensure the arts belong to everyone - regardless of age, ability, or income.
Our Impact
by the Numbers
112 years serving our community
100+ students served FREE through GloveArts annually
$0 cost to families for youth theatre education
3,800+ volunteer hours contributed in 2025
~8,000 guests welcomed to The Glove and to Gloversville
Barbara V. Spraker Tourism Partner Award recipient
Collaborations with many local non-profits and businesses
Our Programs
GloveArts Program
FREE summer theatre for grades 1-12
Professional instruction - zero cost to families
Community Events
FREE and low-cost events, including holiday movies, parades, and concerts.
Educational Partnerships
Workshops and educational programs — bringing together arts, history, nature, and more!
Community Engagement
Economic Impact:
Drives downtown foot traffic
Attracts tourists
Creates jobs
Educational Impact:
FREE arts education
Builds confidence and skills
Professional teaching artists
Social Impact:
Creates gathering spaces
Reduces isolation
Celebrates diversity
Cultural Impact:
Preserves historic landmark
Ensures arts access for all
Our Community Partners
The Glove Theatre's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The Glove is honored to be among the 1,497 nonprofit organizations and 509 individual artists who received arts funding through NYSCA -- totaling $84 million in grants in fiscal year 2025. This funding recognizes the substantial economic and social impact of New York’s vital arts and culture sector.
