# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Natalie Merchant: In conversation
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Natalie Merchant, one of the defining singer-songwriters of her generation, discusses her new album and multimedia collaboration, "Cabinet of Wonder," an ambitious educational project based on traditional Mother Goose nursery rhymes and original songs. 

The project grows out of Merchant’s experience as a teaching artist at a Head Start preschool in Troy as its artist-in-residence for three years. During that time, she taught music and poetry to several hundred preschool-age children while writing the music, and designing, and sewing the costumes used in "Cabinet of Wonder." 

Merchant is celebrated as much for the poetry of her lyrics as for the distinctive sound and emotional richness of her voice. Born in Jamestown, NY, Merchant joined the alt rock band 10,000 Maniacs in 1981, serving as lead singer and primary songwriter.

Five of the band’s songs became top ten hits on Billboard’s Modern Rock Track music chart, including the #1 hit, “These Are Days.” She became a solo artist in 1993, releasing nine acclaimed albums, including Tigerlily, Ophelia, Motherland, Natalie Merchant and Paradise Is There. Her top ten hit singles include the all-time classics, “Carousel,” “Wonder” and “Jealousy.”

Conversation / Q&A with WAMC’s Joe Donahue
​​University at Albany 
Main Theatre, UAlbany Performing Arts Center
1400 Washington Avenue, Albany NY 12222 

No tickets / no registration required.
Seating is first come, first served.

https://www.nyswritersinstitute.org/nataliemerchant
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albany/natalie-merchant-in-conversation/200030561742111
- **Event Categories**: art, music, entertainment, literary-art, performances, theatre, kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 86

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Albany
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: University at Albany Performing Arts Center
- **lat**: 42.6898399
- **long**: -73.8241
- **full address**: University at Albany Performing Arts Center, 1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12222-0100, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Natalie Merchant: In conversation being held?
  - **A:** Natalie Merchant: In conversation takes place on Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at University at Albany Performing Arts Center, 1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12222-0100, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Natalie Merchant: In conversation?
  - **A:** Natalie Merchant: In conversation is organized by New York State Writers Institute.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at New York State Writers Institute's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given New York State Writers Institute a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. New York State Writers Institute has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Natalie Merchant: In conversation is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Albany, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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