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A day of something for everyone

By ALEX HOLLY | June 24, 2025

Day 4 at the Rochester International Jazz Festival brought together musicians of all backgrounds and skill sets.

Culture

Chasing cool moments on a sweltering day

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 23, 2025

On a humid Sunday, fans found refuge—and revelation—in the brilliance of jazz artists.

Culture

Organ grooves, vibraphone sparks, and a country pop detour

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 22, 2025

Bold sounds, packed venues, and one strange twist—Day 2 had it all.

Culture

An opening with daring explorations and unforgettable sets

By ALEX HOLLY and JESS WILLIAMS | June 21, 2025

From Sullivan Fortner’s piano improvisations to Ekep Nkwelle’s soul-stirring vocals, the night unfolded as a study in contrast and connection.

Culture

The Jazz Fest’s nine-day downtown party begins

By ALEX HOLLY and JESS WILLIAMS | June 20, 2025

The festival, which draws thousands to Rochester’s center city, has slated over 285 performances from today until June 28. 

Culture

A space for creativity and healing 

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | June 13, 2025

Cocoa Rae David’s Da Purp studio in Southwest Rochester provides access for communities that have been historically oppressed or excluded from traditional creative spaces.

Culture

The Company Theatre’s totally ’80s ‘Tartuffe’

By DAVID RAYMOND | June 6, 2025

In a new production, the 17th century satirical farce about a sleazy fake evangelist and his prey takes place in a penthouse apartment in 1980s Miami.

Culture

Comedian Kellye Howard to work it out at Geva

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | May 30, 2025

Howard will launch a new comedy series at the theater next month with her latest material, “27 Hyenas.”

Culture

Three Eastman School students among national competition winners

By SMRITI JACOB | May 23, 2025

Saxophonist Zachary Costello, percussionist Kai Gray, and pianist Yanzuo Nicole Liu were among 11 winners in the 2025 Yamaha Young Performing Artists competition. 

Culture

RBTL project receives nearly $3 million

By SMRITI JACOB | May 16, 2025

The money from the New York State Council on the Arts will support the Rochester Broadway Theatre League’s multiyear project to reinvigorate the West Herr Performing Arts Center.

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