[ THU., JANUARY 23 ] “Company.” 6-8:30 p.m. The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Reformation, 111 N Chestnut St. Prepare 16 bars of a ballad and 16-32 bars of an upbeat. All excerpts should be from musicals. No music from “Company” at auditions. Bring sheet music (in the correct key). An accompanist will be provided 454-3367. stageworksroc.org.
LECTURE | DAVID CAY JOHNSTON
Though our response to our shady socio-political-economic system hasn’t been as swift, organized, and efficient as Iceland’s response to its own (corporation-owned news media did a good job of keeping us blind and deaf to this story if it unfolded, so if you don’t know, research it, and get ideas), we do have some strong voices among us who continue to preach the gospel of reason and reckoning. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, David Cay Johnston (pictured), who is known for his criticism of big biz fleecing the flock of dozing Americans, will speak this week at the George M. Ewing Canandaigua Forum, held at Finger Lakes Community College (3325 Marvin Sands Drive, Canandaigua). Johnston’s talk, “Ship of State: How Our Tax System is Rigged,” will take place on Sunday, January 26, at 4 p.m. Johnston will be joined by moderator Dick Hermann, attorney, author, and professor at Concord Law School in Los Angeles. The two will discuss the rapidly transforming state of news media — particularly newspapers — as well as the economy, and the impact of local commercial proposals. Tickets are $15, and $10 for students. For more information, call 785-1541, or email gmeforum.org. — BY REBECCA RAFFERTY “Boeing Boeing.” Through Feb. 8. Blackfriars Theatre, 795 E. Main St. Through Feb 8. Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $28.50-$36.50. 454-1260. blackfriars.org. “Dream Carver.” Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St. Geneva. Tue 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. $5.50, register. 315-781-5483. thesmith.org. “Good Rockin’ Live: A Salute to Sun Records.” Through Jan. 29. Downstairs Cabaret at Winton Place, 3450 Winton Place. Thu 7 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 4 & 8 p.m., Sun 3 p.m., Wed Jan 29, 7 p.m $23-$33. 325-4370. downstairscabaret.com. Hourglass Play Reading Series: “The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds.” Blackfriars Theatre, 795 E. Main St. Free. 520-2940. houglassplays@gmail.com. hourglassplays.org. “Last Gas.” Through Feb. 2. Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. Through Feb 2. Wed Jan 22-Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 4 & 8:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. (audio described) & 7 p.m., Tue-Wed Jan 29, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $25. 2324382. gevatheatre.org. “Les Miserables.” Hale Auditorium, Roberts Cultural Life Center, Roberts Wesleyan College, 2301 Westside Dr Through Feb 26. Fri Jan 17Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Fri Jan 24-Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m $15-$20 594-6008. rwcctlesmis@gmail.com. “The Lion in Winter” by James Goldman. Through Feb. 1. MuCCC, 142 Atlantic Ave
Through Feb 1. Fri Jan 24-Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Thu Jan 30-Sat 7:30 p.m $15. 866-8114111. muccc.org. Opera Triple Bill. Nazareth College Arts Center Callahan Theater, 4245 East Ave. Free. 389-2170. naz.edu/music. “Peter Pan.” Through Feb. 1. Webster Thomas High School, 800 Five Mile Line Rd. Sat Jan 25, 2 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. (interpreted for the Deaf), Fri Jan 31, 7:30 p.m., Sat 2 & 7:30 p.m. $6-$22. 234-1069. webstertheatreguild.org.
Theater Audition [ WED., JANUARY 22 ] Playwright’s Playreadings. Through 7 p.m. Geneva Theatre Guild auditions for parts in this year’s production of Playwright’s Playreadings. Presbyterian Church in Geneva (24 Park Place). Park in the rear of the church and use the back entrance, then follow the signs to the audition rooms. Looking for actors to play six male and five female roles, and possibly someone to direct one of the pieces. GTGlive.org. Regional Playwrights Festival Submission. Through Jan. 31. Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. Plays for consideration may be submitted betwen Jan 17 and Jan 31. wab. org, gevatheatre.org. Rochester Latino Theatre Company. Jan. 22-23, 7-9 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. 7307034. somosrltc@gmail.com. rochesterbrainery.com.
[ TUE., JANUARY 28 ] Finger Lakes Chorale seeks singers for April concert. Jan. 28. Finger Lakes Community College, 3325 Marvin Sands Dr. Rehearsals will be held Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning Jan 28, room B355, 3325 Marvin Sands Drive, Canandaigua. Previous choral singing experience is preferred but not required. Registration will be held prior to rehearsal on Jan. 28 through Feb. 11. A $5 noncredit fee is payable at that time. Singers should arrive early to complete registration 396-0027. flcc.edu. Gilbert & Sullivan’s “Ruddigore.” Jan. 28-29, 7 p.m. Salem United Church of Christ, 60 Bittner St Please come with a prepared selection from the Gilbert & Sullivan repertoire, or comparable piece in English. Accompanist and character readings provided offmonroeplayers.org.
Workshops [ WED., JANUARY 22 ] “The Source of Human Good” by Henry Nelson Wieman. 7 p.m. First Universalist Church, 150 South Ave. Exploration of UU Theology. Please R.S.V.P. Free 546-2826. uuroc.org. “Care for Caregivers: Meeting the Unique Needs of Those Who Sacrifice for Others.” 7 p.m. Lifetree Café, 1980 Culver Rd., Irondequoit. Free. 288-1875. lifetreecafe.com. Family Development Class: “Last One Picked, First One Picked On.” 12:30-2:30 p.m. Mental Health Association, 320 N Goodman St. Free, RSVP. 325-3245 x131. mharochester.org. Family Development Class: “Wise Choices.” Ongoing, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Mental Health Association, 320 N Goodman St. For parents of school-age children Free, RSVP 325-3245 x131. mharochester.org. FMLA Compliance. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Radisson Hotel, 175 Jefferson Rd. $149, register pryor.com. Photography Workshop: Albumen and Salt Printing. Through Jan. 24. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. $600/$575 members, plus $70 materials fee, register. 2713361. nbrandreth@geh.org. eastmanhouse.org. Raw Foods. 7 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. $20 730-7034. rochesterbrainery.com. Thirst 4 Art. 6:30-9 p.m. Napa Wood Fired Grill, 573 South Clinton Ave. $35, register. 3298933. thirst4art.com. [ THU., JANUARY 23 ] Healing Circle. 6:30 p.m. Books Etc., 78 W. Main St Macedon 474-4116. books_etc@yahoo. com. Jug Band History & Appreciation. 7 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village
Gate, 274 N Goodman St. $15 730-7034. rochesterbrainery.com. Nazareth College Opera Workshop. Jan. 23-25, 7:30 p.m. Nazareth College Linehan Chapel, 4245 East Ave., Robert Strauss, stage director; Linda Boianova, music director. The Nazareth College Opera Workshop presents La Canterina by Haydn, Captain Lovelock by John Duke and The Impresario by Mozart. Free. 389-2700. music@naz.edu. go.naz.edu/ music-events. Rochester Makerspace Open Nights. 6-10 p.m. Rochester Makerspace, 850 St. Paul St. #23. Bring a project to work on or something to show others, help work on the space, or just get to know the venue Free. 210--0075. rochestermakerspace.org. [ FRI., JANUARY 24 ] Family Development Class: “The Incredible Years.” 10 a.m.-noon. Mental Health Association, 320 N Goodman St. Free, RSVP 3253245 x131. mharochester.org. Gentle Yoga for Everyone. 2 p.m. Irondequoit Library, Helen McGraw Branch, 2180 E. Ridge Rd Free, register. 336-6060. Literacy Volunteer Tutor Training Workshop. 9 a.m.-noon. Literacy Volunteers of Rochester, 1600 South Avenue. Free 473-3030. literacyrochester.org. Literacy Volunteer Tutor Training Preview Sessions. 12:301:30 p.m. Literacy Volunteers of Rochester, 1600 South Avenue Free 473-3030. literacyrochester.org. [ SAT., JANUARY 25 ] Bee Hive Assembly Workshop. 1-4 p.m. Foodlink Building, 936 Exchange Ave. Spend time repairing equipment or learn how to build a beehive that you have ordered. Bring your equipment, nails, glue, and hammer. Info and instruction provided. Refreshments. Visit overwintering hives Free, donations accepted. RochesterBeekeepers@gmail. com. SweetBeez.org. Knitting for Beginners: Make a Scarf. 10 a.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. $30 730-7034. info@rochesterbrainery.com. rochesterbrainery.com. Light Works! Presents Medical Qi Gong Class with Wendy Smith. 10 a.m. Brighton Town Park, 777 Westfall Rd. $15 621-8794. pjp@ frontiernet.net. meetup.com/ light-works. Log Innoculation Workshop. 3-6 p.m. Smugtown Mushrooms, 127 Railroad St. Donations welcome. smugtownmushrooms.com. New Year, New Things. 2-5 p.m. Thomas P. Ryan Community Center, 530 Webster Ave. This seminar aims to help women make positive changes in the New Year that will benefit our families and our communities Free, suggested donation of 3 baby items or 3 non perishable items to benefit young mothers in the community. 802-0365. projectvictory@outlook.com. Overview to Manifesting the Quick & Easy Way. 1 p.m. The Purple Door Soul Source, 3259 Winton Road S $10. 427-8110. Connie@PurpleDoorSoulSource. com. meganbord.com/book. Plant Propagation. 10 a.m.noon. Hansen Nature Center, 1525 Calkins Rd. Presented
THEATER | “BLACK PEARL SINGS!”
Set in 1935, “Black Pearl Sings!” tells the story of an ambitious song collector for the Library of Congress whose hunt for the fleeting intangibles brings her into a Texas prison, where she meets African American and caged songbird, Pearl. The production, which features more than 20 a cappella renditions of American folk and spiritual songs, is based on the real-life relationship between singerguitarist Huddie William Ledbetter (better known as Lead Belly) and Harvard folk musicologist John Lomax, who helped achieve Ledbetter’s release from prison. “Black Pearl Sings!” kicks off Geva Theatre Center’s 2014 Fielding Studio Series this week, and will be performed at Geva’s Nextstage (75 Woodbury Blvd.). The show’s previews take place Thursday-Friday, January 23-24, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, January 25, at 2:30 p.m. Opening night is Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and the show continues through February 9 with performances this week on Sunday at 3 p.m. and Tuesday, January 29, at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $30. For more information, call 232-4382, or visit gevatheatre.org. — BY REBECCA RAFFERTY by Cornell Master Gardener John Colagrosso. 3597044. sites.google.com/site/ hansennaturecenter. Steve Greene’s Guitar Technique Workshop. 12-2 p.m. Bernunzio’s Uptown Music, 112 East Ave $10, RSVP steve@stevegreene. com. bernunzio.com. [ SUN., JANUARY 26 ] Going Beyond the Headlines: Engaging in Conversations, From Exploration to Expression. 6-9 p.m Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence, 929 S. Plymouth Ave. 6 weeks, held Sundays Jan 12-Feb 23 703-9230. gpayne2@ ur.rochester.edu. Orchid Basics and Repotting Workshop. 2-4 p.m. Wayside Garden Center, 124 PittsfordPalmyra Rd Free seminar with $4 repotting fee (per plant) 223-1222 x100. waysidegardencenter.com. [ MON., JANUARY 27 ] “Chop, Dice, Cook” Class. 6-8 p.m. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County, 249 Highland Ave Bring your own knives or use the samples that will be provided $35, register 461-1000 x257. cce.cornell.edu/ monroe. Energetic Wellness Workshop. 6:30 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. $15 .730-7034. rochesterbrainery. com. Family Development Class: “Winning at Parenting.” 12:302:30 p.m. Mental Health Association, 320 N Goodman St. Free, RSVP 325-3245 x131. mharochester.org. Keeping Chickens in Your Back Yard: Urban Small Flock
Tending. 7 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. $15 730-7034. rochesterbrainery.com. [ TUE., JANUARY 28 ] Advanced Web Development. 6:30 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. $15 730-7034. rochesterbrainery.com. Buddhist Book Discussion Group. 7 p.m. Amitabha Foundation, 11 South Goodman St. By donation. 451-7039. amitabhafoundation. us. Family Development Class: “Systematic Training for Effective Parenting of Teens” (Part 3 of 7). 5-7 p.m. Mental Health Association, 320 N Goodman St. Free, RSVP. 325-3245 x131. mharochester.org. Using Sign Language with Infants & Toddlers. 6:30 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. Note: This is an adult-only class, and is great for educators, as well as new and expectant parents. $15. 7307034. rochesterbrainery.com. [ WED., JANUARY 29 ] Winter Plant Pruning. 7 p.m. Rochester Brainery, Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St. $15 7307034. rochesterbrainery.com.
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