Who was Eastman School of Music’s first Black graduate?
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Geva Theatre Center presents goofy, joyful ‘Airness’
“Airness” strikes a delightfully escapist chord about air guitar contests, but a sexist cliché hits a sour note. The play runs through Feb. 6.
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In Rochester, Praying at the Corner of Sorrow and Despair
A small group of dedicated faithful pray for the city’s homicide victims, one senseless death at a time.
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Evans folds city violence prevention programs into his office
The city’s violence prevention programs will now work directly under the office of the mayor.
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Accused would-be MAG art thief faces new charge
The Rochester man accused of trying to steal a photo from the Andy Warhol exhibit now faces a new burglary charge.
Posted inCulture
Beer and wine can join popcorn and soda on movie theater menus
The State Liquor Authority has unanimously approved the sale of beer and wine for consumption in movie theaters.
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Miguel Meléndez, a ‘collaborator,’ takes the helm of City Council
Meet Miguel Meléndez, the first-term City Councilmember tasked with bringing together a politically charged legislative body.
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‘Homegrown’ festival stays at home, goes virtual again
The pandemic forced Homegrown to go virtual last year. Saturday’s event — a survival triumvirate of music, food and beer — will be livestreamed again.
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Former mayor for a month James Smith named Council Chief of Staff
Former Mayor-for-a-month James Smith will serve as City Council’s new chief of staff.
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A new Dunwoody displayed at the MAG
Shawn Dunwoody’s “Unfinished Business” depicts civil rights uprisings in Rochester’s history to show what hasn’t changed.
Posted inMusic
Thursday, Cursive, and more bring emo history to Anthology
Thursday headlines a “dream lineup” of influential emo bands, including Cursive and Jeremy Enigk from Sunny Day Real Estate, on Jan. 22.
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Council debates erupt over funding for RPD mental health contracts
A quarter of RASE Commission funds are being given to RPD to fund officer mental health training, causing some Councilmembers to cry foul.
