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The Prince of Egypt
The Prince of Egypt
12/5 - 12/29/2024


Experience the epic emotion, soaring music and breathtaking dance of The Prince of Egypt, a brand-new musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar ...

Gypsy
Gypsy
1/30 - 2/16/2025


Starring Jodi Benson* as Mama Rose, OFC Creations presents the Gypsy, A Musical Fable.  Jodi Benson is best known for providing the voice of Ariel in The ...

Dot
12/13 - 12/29/2024


Blackfriars Theatre presents Colman Domingo's Dot, running from December 13 to 29. The play focuses on the complexities of family dynamics as three middle-aged siblings ...

Geva's A Christmas Carol
Geva's A Christmas Carol
11/23 - 12/29/2024


Rochester’s favorite holiday tradition returns in a refreshed adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic story by Award-winning playwright Harrison David Rivers! Beginning with a wish made ...

The Prince of Egypt
The Prince of Egypt
12/5 - 12/29/2024


Experience the epic emotion, soaring music and breathtaking dance of The Prince of Egypt, a brand-new musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar ...


The Annual Dance Benefit 30-30-30 at Dixon Place will feature a celebration of the dance community on December 30, showcasing 30 dance companies, each presenting ...

Changemakers Series: Nazareth University Welcomes The Capitol Fools


A Rochester New Year’s Eve tradition returns to Nazareth!  Former cast members and a co-writer of the long-running, beloved Capitol Steps introduce their new musical ...


New Year's Eve Musical Mayhem at Blackfriars Theatre features an engaging evening of Broadway favorites with a live band and a dessert and wine reception. ...

The Capitol Fools


A Rochester New Year’s Eve tradition returns to Nazareth! Former cast members and a co-writer of the long-running, beloved Capitol Steps introduce their new musical ...


On January 4, 2025, the Jeffryes Brothers will perform at Composers Concordance in a concert featuring original compositions for piano and drum set. Pianist Jai ...


Syracuse Stage presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, a beloved musical that tells the enchanting tale of dreams coming true through the power of hope and ...

The Prince of Egypt
11/13 - 1/7/2025


The Prince of Egypt brings the beloved story of Moses to the stage with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz and ...

A.I.M by Kyle Abraham: An Untitled Love


A powerful and intimate exploration of love, identity, and connection. Choreographed by the visionary Kyle Abraham, this evocative piece blends contemporary dance, soulful music, and ...


Dancer and choreographer Kyle Abraham brings his dance company A.I.M by Kyle Abraham to the Nazareth University Arts Center for its Rochester debut on January ...

The Cher Show (Non-Equity)
The Cher Show (Non-Equity)
1/29 - 1/30/2025


For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture - breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries, and letting nothing and no one ...

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Non-Equity)


An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen ...

MJ
2/4 - 2/9/2025


MJ is a multiple Tony Award-winning musical that delves into the creative process behind Michael Jackson's iconic 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Directed and choreographed by ...

The Cher Show (Non-Equity)
The Cher Show (Non-Equity)
2/18 - 2/19/2025


For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture - breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries, and letting nothing and no one ...

Life of Pi
Life of Pi
2/18 - 2/23/2025


Life of Pi is an the epic tale of adventure. This Tony Award® and Olivier Award-winning hit is “an exhilarating evening of theater” (The Wall ...

King James
2/28


King LeBron Jamess reign in Cleveland brings promise, prosperity and renewal to a city in desperate need of all three. It also brings together two ...

The Wiz
The Wiz
2/22 - 2/28/2025


Everybody look around! The Tony Award®-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back! THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in ...

Aztec Two-Step 2.0 featuring Rex Fowler, Dodie Pettit and friends


The story of Rex Fowler and his band Aztec Two-Step is intertwined with the history of folk/rock music in America. Originating from a chance meeting ...

Heathers
Heathers
2/21 - 3/9/2025


FEBRUARY 21-MARCH 9, 2025 Thursday-Saturday at 7:30pm, Saturday & Sunday at 2pm at COHOES MUSIC HALL THE HILARIOUS, HOMICIDAL '80S CULT CLASSIC FILM IS NOW A DARKLY DELICIOUS ...

Come From Away (Non-Equity)
Come From Away (Non-Equity)
3/14 - 3/16/2025


Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of ...

Mamma Mia!
Mamma Mia!
3/11 - 3/16/2025


Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits ...

Shucked
Shucked
3/18 - 3/23/2025


An unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con man, and a battle for the heart & soil of a small town. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®-winning musical ...

Schoolhouse Rock Live!
Schoolhouse Rock Live!
3/29 - 3/30/2025


MARCH 29 & 30, 2025 - Public Performances Saturday at 11:00AM and 3:00PM, Sunday at 3:00PM at COHOES MUSIC HALL THE BELOVED CARTOONS COME TO ...


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I’ll be the first to admit that when it came time for me to see Three Mothers, I was a bit worried what the experience would be. Watching three women grieve the loss of their sons didn’t sound like the kind of activity I would generally choose to subject myself to for entertainment— it frankly seeme...



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