Lillian Dickerson

Updated on 10/18/12 to correct the price for “Freud’s Last Session.” Several new shows open this weekend in local theaters. From Friday, October 19, through Sunday, October 28, Blackfriars Theatre will host the world premiere of the original musical “Melanie and the Record Man.” While detailing the true story of the making of a folk-rock […]

All types of dance will be showcased this weekend at SUNY Brockport’s “DANCE/Strasser,” taking place Thursday, October 18-Saturday, October 20, at 7:30 p.m. One performer, Nicole Kaplan, will premiere her MFA thesis entitled “Mapping.” Additionally, Michelle Glynn, recipient of the Bette Bailey Scholarship for Excellence in Dance, choreographed the trio, “The XY Variables,” which will […]

As RIT celebrates its Brick City Homecoming & Family Weekend, the college and the greater city of Rochester communities will benefit from a host of exciting activities. Actor Alec Baldwin will be featured as the Horton Distinguished Speaker this year, and will speak at 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 20, in the Gordon Field House […]

Rochester’s favorite independent theater has cause to celebrate this week. On Tuesday, October 23, The Little Theatre (240 East Ave.) will honor three individuals who have helped the Little in its journey to become the cultural center it is today with its “A Celebration of the Little Theatre” event. Actress, author, and activist Mimi Kennedy […]

Since its founding in 1850, the University of Rochester has been one of the most central hubs of activity in this city. Each year for its annual parents and alumni reunion weekend, which the university blankets under the term “Meliora Weekend,” that hub seems to explode with a surplus of people, events, and ideas. While […]

It’s that time of year again, when the ice starts to fly, punches soar at a whim, and teeth pop out of a player’s mouth as quickly as freshly popped corn comes out of the kettle. Yes, it’s hockey season. Get into the game this weekend when the Rochester Americans have their home opener of […]

This weekend marks the start of this year’s 20th ImageOut Festival, Rochester’s own annual LGBT film and video festival (see feature in this issue). Tilt (444 Central Ave.), everyone’s favorite gay-friendly nightclub and ultralounge, will host a few different events in conjunction with festival activities. On the eve of the festival’s first night, the ever-popular […]

“Full many fair and famous streams, beneath the sun there be. Yet, more to us than any, seems our own dear Genesee.” So read the first lyrics of “The Genesee,” written by T. T. Swinburne from the University of Rochester class of 1892. Though he wrote those lyrics more than 200 years ago, for many […]

On Sunday, October 7, delve deeper into one of the many cultures present in our city at the Memorial Art Gallery (500 University Ave.) during Hispanic/Latino Heritage Family Day. From noon to 5 p.m. a variety of activities will be offered to visitors to learn more about various Hispanic cultures through both observation and participation. […]

When I see Wanda Sykes, I’m reminded that appearances can be deceiving. Although this woman is petite, she is a ball of fire when she launches into her stand-up comedy act. On Friday, October 5, at 8 p.m. at Auditorium Theatre you can see this talented comedian in action. Careful not to get burned! Over […]