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THE VILLAGE CIDIOT Comes To The 2024 Rochester Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
THE VILLAGE CIDIOT will be featured at the 2024 Rochester Fringe Festival, showcasing a unique blend of humor and storytelling. Don't miss this engaging performance that highlights rural life experiences.
CROSS THAT RIVER Celebrates The Legacy Of Black Cowboys At The Hart Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
Experience CROSS THAT RIVER at the Rochester Fringe Fest on September 14 at Hart Theater.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center Announces 2024-2025 Spa Little Theater Dance Season
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
Saratoga Performing Arts Center has announced its 2024-2025 dance season in Spa Little Theater featuring modern dance troupes A.I.M by Kyle Abraham (NOV 9 & 10) and Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana (MARCH 8 & 9) for the world premiere of its new work QUINTO ELEMENTO.
Johnnie McNamara Walker Brings Solo Show To The Rochester Fringe!
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
Johnnie McNamara Walker is presenting the New York state debut of The Heterosexuals at the 2024 Rochester Fringe Festival.
English Pop Rockers Iona Sky To Make U.S. Debut As Part Of Rotation Records & Rotation Productions Summer Music Series
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
Iona Sky, an acclaimed English indie pop-rock band, will make their U.S. debut this August with a series of East Coast performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.
BECOMING GRANDMA KAT to Return to 2024 Rochester Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
Becoming Grandma Kat will be part of the 2024 Rochester Fringe Festival at The Little Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Franklin Stage Company to Present Yolanda Bush and The Cool Water Collective
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
Yolanda Bush and the Cool Water Collective will perform at Franklin Stage Company, offering a unique blend of music and storytelling in an intimate setting. Learn how to purchae tickets.
THE BOY FROM OZ Returns To New York State After 20 Years Away
by Team BWW - July 23, 2024
OFC Creations Theatre Center will be presenting The Boy From Oz The Musical, opening their 2024-2025 Broadway in Brighton Series in Rochester, NY. The show running September 12-29 marks the first time the show has been performed in New York state since the 2003 Broadway run starring Hugh Jackman (who won the Tony Award for best actor). 
THE ABSOLUTE BRIGHTNESS OF LEONARD PELKEY Comes to Rochester Fringe
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2024
The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey by James Lecesne will be performed in partnership with The Company Theatre and performed at the Temple Theater in Downtown Rochester; 50 Liberty Pole Way. 
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Receives Final Approval for First Permanent Home
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2024
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival has approved the full site plan for its new home, following a multiyear public process. Learn more!
Review: RENT at Blackfriars Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - July 21, 2024
What did our critic think of RENT at Blackfriars Theatre?
Pianist Richard Goode To Perform Beethoven's Final Sonatas At Cooperstown Summer Music Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2024
Renowned pianist Richard Goode will perform Beethoven's final sonatas at the Cooperstown Summer Music Festival on July 30th. Don't miss this extraordinary event showcasing classical music mastery.
Experiential Christmas Festival Comes to the Northwell Park at UBS Arena This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2024
Great American Media is set to create what is anticipated to be the largest and most immersive Christmas experience in the country in partnership with UBS Arena & New York Islanders and CandyRock Entertainment.
The Open Eye Theatre to Present THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN-IN-THE-MOON MARIGOLDS
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2024
Experience THE OPEN EYE THEATER's presentation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN-IN-THE-MOON MARIGOLDS by Paul Zindel. Suitable for older teens and adults. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: WAIT UNTIL DARK at Cortland Rep
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2024
Cortland Repertory Theatre will present as the fourth mainstage show in their 53rd annual summer season, a new adaptation of the classic thriller “Wait Until Dark'. Get a first look at photos!
Vocalist Andrea Wolper Makes Rare Appearance At Jazz On Main In August
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2024
Renowned jazz vocalist Andrea Wolper makes a rare concert appearance in Mt. Kisco on Saturday, August 17, 2024.
Cast Set For WEST SIDE STORY at OFC Creations Theatre Center
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2024
OFC Creations Theatre Center has announced casting for West Side Story, performing October 10-27, 2024 as part of the Broadway in Brighton Series, performing ten years since the last time West Side Story was last seen in Rochester.
The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival Continues Season With AMERICAN JOURNEYS
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2024
The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival will continue its 26th season with a return visit from the ever-popular Caroga Arts Ensemble performing 'American Journeys' on Thursday, July 25 at 7pm at The Farmers' Museum.
Franklin Stage Company to Present Calpulli Mexican Dance Company
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2024
Franklin Stage Company will present a dance concert featuring New York-based dance company, Calpulli Mexican Dance Company at Chapel Hall in Franklin, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: A CHORUS LINE at JCC Centerstage Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - July 15, 2024
Reviewing summer youth theatre productions is always an assignment I eagerly anticipate, because I’m reminded of the treasure trove of young theatrical talent that Rochester has to offer. Summer youth shows in Rochester (Blackfriars Theatre and JCC both have them) consistently feature professional-caliber performers, choreography, and production designs, and the JCC CenterStage Theatre’s 2024 production of “A Chorus Line” is no different.
Pete Davidson to Perform at the 2024 ROCHESTER FRINGE FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2024
Pete Davidson will headline the 2024 ROCHESTER FRINGE FESTIVAL, bringing his unique comedic style to the event. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ancram Center For The Arts to Present Cabaret Star Rizo This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2024
Cabaret superstar Rizo will perform at Ancramdale's Circa 1799 Barn, featuring a mix of comedy, burlesque, rock ‘n’ roll, and glamour. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Syracuse Stage's 24/25 Season to Begin With CITIZEN JAMES, OR THE YOUNG MAN WITHOUT A COUNTRY
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2024
Celebrate James Baldwin's centennial with a special production of CITIZEN JAMES, OR THE YOUNG MAN WITHOUT A COUNTRY, presented by 100 Black Men of Syracuse and Syracuse Stage.
Cortland Rep to Present New Adaptation of The Classic Thriller WAIT UNTIL DARK
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2024
Cortland Repertory Theatre will present a new adaptation of the classic thriller WAIT UNTIL DARK this month. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
THE RITUAL OF BREATH IS THE RITE TO RESIST At Lincoln Center's 2024 Summer For The City Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2024
The Hop-produced contemporary opera centers Black healing and community in New York on the 10th anniversary of Eric Garner’s killing.

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