OPERA | ‘Virtual Bravo Nights’
Opera Guild of Rochester brings back its recital series “Bravo Nights” with virtual performances from Brittany Rumph and Joelle Lachance on July 28.
Greg Best offers ‘new sacred space’ from trauma on ‘Damage’ EP
Rochester musician Greg Best’s new EP chronicles his journey to mental wellness in the face of emotional trauma with honesty, intensity, and a dark pop-metal soundtrack.
Council, advocates push for a publicly-owned Bank of Rochester
Amid economic turmoil, city lawmakers and advocates are rallying support behind an institution that would keep all public money local.
Musician Jon Seiger returns from hearing loss, reclaims his own story of abuse
Rochester jazz musician Jon Seiger has overcome multiple challenges — including deafness and a traumatic childhood — to share some Louis Armstrong-inspired joy with listeners.
A/S/L? Sexual awakening or eternal damnation
Suppress natural urges or glory, hallelujah? A teen’s raging hormones conflict with her beliefs in this “coming” of age comedy.
Gathering and traveling behind young people’s higher COVID-19 numbers
During a roughly three-week span in July, people in their 20’s accounted for one-third of all positive COVID-19 tests in Monroe County.
URMC to study blood plasma as COVID-19 therapy
Researchers will conduct a trial to learn whether blood plasma containing coronavirus antibodies can be used to prevent and treat COVID-19.
Arts organizations increase access during COVID-19 shutdowns
Pandemic-related shutdowns have forced many institutions to pivot to the digital space, increasing accessibility. But will it last?
Some deafblind residents lose services — and socialization — during COVID-19 pandemic
For Rochesterians who are deafblind, restrictions on regular interpreting services due to the pandemic mean almost entirely losing their connections to the outside world.
Calendar preview: A summer salad
This week’s line-up features online twists on local festivals, improv comedy, and opera – plus a documentary on John Lewis and an in-person art exhibit inspired by the pandemic.
That theater experience, and people giggling, is what at-home content misses
The guidelines for reopening entertainment venues, such as The Dryden Theatre and The Little Theatre, are a moving target.
Council votes to let city workers use paid leave to escape domestic abuse
City employees who are victims of domestic violence will be able to use paid time off to get counseling, go to court, and seek medical care.
Rochester Fringe calls for shows, with an emphasis on artists of color
Roc Fringe issued a specific invitation for artists of color to submit show proposals for its 2020 virtual-only festival.
Warren extends curfew on gatherings
The curfew is part of a pandemic emergency order, which is required to be renewed every five days.
Open letter calls for resignation of Center for Disability Rights CEO
The letter called Darling’s leadership “calamitous” and said there is “nonexistent governance” of CDR.
Cuomo warns restaurants, bars to follow distancing rules or face a shutdown
Governor Andrew Cuomo said he fears that unmasked patrons crowding bars and restaurants could lead to a resurgence of the coronavirus.
Project pins up political art publicly
The “Underpin & Overcoat” installation puts oversized buttons with slogans and stances on downtown & West Side walls.
