Episode Description
In this episode of Destination Saratoga All-Access, host MacKenzie Zarzycki sits down with Teddy Foster, Executive Director of Universal Preservation Hall, to share the inspiring story behind one of Saratoga’s most beloved performance venues. Teddy reflects on the 20-year journey to save and restore the historic building, the challenges of opening just before the pandemic, and the incredible comeback that followed. From its intimate setting and flexible seating arrangements to standout artists like LeAnn Rimes and Chris Botti, plus community programs like Rock Camp and the Shaken & Stirred fundraiser, this conversation highlights how UPH has become woven into Saratoga’s vibrant cultural fabric.