Caffe Lena Presents: Truesongs at Spa Little Theater Nov. 16 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Caffè Lena, the historic Saratoga Springs music venue, has announced their line-up for this year’s TrueSongs, an annual event now in its fifth year. 

The performance brings to the stage true local stories of resilience and transformation, told through personal storytelling and original songs. 

Set to move from Caffè Lena to the Spa Little Theater to accommodate growing demand for tickets, the program spotlights six people from Saratoga County who have overcome significant life challenges. Each has been paired with one of Caffè Lena’s professional songwriters, who will create a moving, original song that captures the story. 

The public performance at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov.16 blends storytelling and live music.

“TrueSongs is about giving a voice to those who have faced extraordinary challenges and showing how, with caring support, those struggles can be transformed into hope and healing,” said Sarah Craig, executive director of Caffè Lena. “Every year, I’m moved by the courage of the storytellers and the powerful way our songwriters bring us into the emotional heart of experiences we would never otherwise know about.”

Spa Little Theater is located at 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, across from the Hall of Springs on the SPAC property. 

This year’s stories include: A mother’s journey from Brazil to America to support her family, supported by TriCounty Literacy Volunteers.; A daughter’s experience caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s, with the support of the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern NY.; A couple’s determination to remain in their home after one became wheelchair-bound, aided by Rebuilding Together Saratoga County; A military veteran’s recovery from life-threatening PTSD, facilitated by Alliance 180; A teen mother’s path to achieving her dream of becoming a nurse, supported by WAIT House; A refugee from El Salvador who now empowers others through Capital District Latinos.

Artist Information:   https://www.caffelena.org/truesongs/. Tickets:          https://www.eventbrite.com/e/truesongs-2024-lyrics-of-life-at-spa-little-theatre-tickets-1005261733907.