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Culture

Company Theatre presents the simple gifts of ‘Our Town’

By DAVID RAYMOND | September 4, 2026

Thornton Wilder’s play was an instant classic—and perhaps one of the most misunderstood American plays. 

An art museum for everyone

New festival to debut on East Avenue

Scratching at the door for freedom

A Howard Hanson premiere, 50 years later

Culture

RIT professor explores ‘gendered aging’ in museum debut

By BRODIE MARTIN | July 17, 2026

Ahndraya Parlato’s “Time to Kill” at the George Eastman Museum uses imagery and writing to present a meditation on self-perception and self-worth in relation to others’ expectations.

Culture

Rochester Fringe Festival reveals lineup

By BRODIE MARTIN | July 14, 2026

More than 700 performances will fill 45 venues in the festival’s 15th year, with new additions including “Circus in the City.”

Culture

An American tragedy for FLO’s festival opener

By DAVID RAYMOND | July 10, 2026

“Glory Denied,” which starts the Finger Lakes Opera Festival’s summer season, is based on the story of the United States’ longest-held prisoner of war.

Culture

Rochester Children and Teens Book Festival details announced

By AIKO LEVICK | July 10, 2026

This year’s 29th annual festival will take place on Nov. 7 at MCC and feature over 50 authors and illustrators.

Culture

Rochester Community Players’ social media ‘Shrew’

By DAVID RAYMOND | July 3, 2026

Shakespeare’s 400-year-old comedy takes a contemporary turn in this free outdoor production at the Highland Park Bowl.

Culture

Trombone Shorty brings Jazz Fest to a rousing close

By ALEX HOLLY and BRODIE MARTIN | June 28, 2026

Acts including Sasha Dobson, DK Harrell and Cinnamon Jones each brought something distinct to the festival’s final evening.

Culture

At 82, Gladys Knight still reigns

By BRODIE MARTIN | June 27, 2026

The Empress of Soul headlined a Jazz Fest evening that also featured the Orrin Evans Trio and the irresistible New Orleans charm of Doreen Ketchens.

Culture

A little rain, but a lot of music

By BRODIE MARTIN | June 26, 2026

Camila Meza, Everything Yes, and Galactic made Day 7 a memorable night at the Jazz Fest.

Culture

MAG offers innovative approach to art appreciation

By DANIK SOUDAKOFF | June 26, 2026

The museum’s Open MIC program aims to show participants that curiosity and discussion surrounding artwork can be shared by all. 

Culture

From songbirds to electro-jazz inspired by sea creatures 

By ALEX HOLLY | June 25, 2026

Day 6 at the Jazz Fest filled the streets and brought crowds to their feet.

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