Welder and metal sculptor Stacey Mrva provides empowerment and community at Ironwood Studios.
Arts & Entertainment
Eastman Museum celebrates 75 years; keeps a cautious eye on the future
With federal grants in jeopardy, the center looks to alternate sources of funding for ambitious expansion projects.
Theater Review | ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
The Rochester Community Players mount an infectious, joyful adaptation of Shakespeare’s fairytale romp during their centennial season.
Theater Review | ‘BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical’
The wholesome 1985 film turns 40 — and gets better with age in this musical adaptation for stage, playing at RBTL through Sunday.
Theater Review | ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’
The toe-tapping jukebox crowd pleaser plays at Geva through June 29.
Oral tradition
The second annual Poetry Festival at the Highland Park Bowl hosted by Writers & Books gives voice to important matters.
Talk of the town
Rochester Speaker Series will bring two nationally acclaimed authors to the region over the next year.
Theater Review | ‘Describe the Night’
The power and danger of storytelling is at the heart of “Describe the Night,” which plays at MuCCC through May 17.
Theater Review | ‘Some Like It Hot’
A charmingly vibrant adaptation of the 1959 film plays through May 18 as part of the RBTL season.
Dance Review | ‘Anastasia: A Ballet Reimagined’
The ballet, co-produced with the Society for Chamber Music, trades tutus and sparkle for a more mature, intimate aesthetic.
Theater Review | ‘An American in Paris’
This love letter to art and diversion plays at JCC CenterStage through May 18.
Theater Review | ‘Pure Native’
Geva Theatre’s newest production is presented in association with the local Friends of Ganondagan and Native Voices.






