Performing Arts

Back in February of this year, Host Teej Jenkins visited Rochester’s Hungerford building to discover the artists, craftspeople and vendors working and creating within its walls.  Through in-depth artist profiles, and a visit to the Hungerford ‘First Friday’ event, we learned how this communal space promotes and supports local craftsmanship, creativity and artistic endeavors.  With these types of events temporarily suspended because of the gathering restrictions connected to the COVID-19 outbreak - we're bringing this wonderful event to audiences from the safety and comfort of their homes. 

With the Rochester Fringe Festival going vi

A Christmas Carol at Geva Theatre Center has been a Rochester Holiday Tradition since 1985! Get into the holiday spirit and take a look behind the scenes of this iconic production in our latest story!

Host Teej Jenkins steps inside the mind-boggling and exhilarating Artisan Works and gets to know the man behind the organized chaos, Louis Perticone. We revisit the summer camp where girls gain rock and roll skills along with newfound confidence. Experience the exciting Fringe Fest performances put on by #DeafTalent. And, get a behind the scenes look creating a terrifying Halloween Haunted house.

Get into the Halloween spirit! Join us as we take a look at the art, design and performance that goes into making and running a haunted attraction! We stopped by Nightmare Manor for our latest story to find out what goes into the art of the scare!

#DeafTalent!, produced by Matthew J. Schwartz from JPosh Productions, is a an incredible multidisciplinary performance with all proceeds going to the Rochester School for the Deaf for the advancement of performing arts education for Deaf youth. We caught up with JPosh and several performers in the show at the Rochester Fringe Festival to learn about how the show came together.

For more from JPosh Productions visit his Youtube page: https://bit.ly/2YTeHYwhttps://bit.ly/2YTeHYw

This summer camp ROCKS. Don’t believe us? Watch below.

Since 2012, Girls Rock! Rochester has been cultivating self confidence in girls and trans youth through music creation and performance. In one week, bands are formed, songs are written and participants see their hard work pay off in a final showcase in front of a packed venue. The benefits to these girls is immeasurable, and is no doubt affecting these leaders of tomorrow.

More information about Girls Rock! Rochester can be found at https://girlsrockrochester.org/