SPRING 2025
University Arts Center
Nazareth
THEATRE & DANCE
The box office and will-call window open 90 minutes before ticketed performances. Theater doors open to patrons approximately 30 minutes before show time. If you have ticket-related questions, please email boxoffice@naz.edu.
Box Office Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 2–5 p.m. through May 9.
A.I.M by Kyle Abraham: An Untitled Love
Friday, Jan. 24 — 7:30 p.m.
Callahan Theater
Tickets: $15–$50 RESERVED
A powerful and intimate exploration of love, identity, and connection. Choreographed by the visionary Kyle Abraham, this evocative piece blends contemporary dance, soulful music, and striking visuals to create an emotionally charged experience that will resonate long after the curtain falls. With its raw vulnerability and dynamic movement, “An Untitled Love” invites audiences to reflect on the complexities of human relationships and the beauty of love in its many forms.
This production is made possible in part through the ArtsCONNECT program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts
MAD Weekend: Artist Showcase & Talkback
Sunday, Jan. 26 — 4:30 p.m.
Callahan Theater
Tickets: $10 general, $5 students
Cash only at the door
As part of MAD (Movement and Dance) Weekend, this culminating Showcase and Post-Show Talk-Back spotlights choreographic pieces from guest artists and a chance to discuss their work after the show!
The Crucible
Written by Arthur Miller
Saturday, Feb. 15 — 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 16 — 2 p.m.
Masters Family Community Theater (A*13)
Free: No tickets required
Directed by Pascale Cartwright
Inspired by the McCarthy hearings of the 1950s, Arthur Miller’s gripping parable of power and its abuse focuses on the inconsistencies of the Salem witch trials and the extreme behavior that can result from dark desires and hidden agendas.
Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson—Apt. 2B
Written by Kate Hamill
Thursday, Feb. 20 — 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 21 — 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 22 — 2 & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb 23 — 2 p.m.
Callahan Theater
Tickets: $12, $10 (seniors 60+)
Directed by Dr. Matthew Ames
An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick, this fast-paced romp re-examines the world’s most famous detective with a bold new feminist lens.
Head Over Heels
Written by James Magruder with music by the Go-Go’s
Thursday, Apr. 3 — 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Apr. 4 — 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Apr. 5 — 2 & 7:30 p.m.
Callahan Theater
Tickets: $15, $13 (seniors 60+)
Directed and Choreographed by Lainie Sakakura
Music Directed by Richard Biever
The bold new musical comedy from the visionaries that rocked Broadway with Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Avenue Q, and Spring Awakening. This laughout-loud love story is set to the music of the iconic 1980’s all-female rock band the Go-Go’s, including
the hit songs, “We Got the Beat,” “Our Lips Are Sealed,” “Vacation,” Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven is a Place on Earth,” and “Mad About You.”
A hilariously exuberant celebration of love, Head Over Heels follows the escapades of a royal family on an outrageous journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction — only to discover the key to their realm’s survival lies within each of their own hearts.
Spring Dance Concert
Friday, Apr. 25 — 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Apr. 26 — 7:30 p.m.
Callahan Theater
Tickets: $10
Nazareth’s annual dance celebration features a curated selection of student choreography performed alongside guest and faculty work.
Dance Revue
Thursday, May 1 — 7 p.m.
Callahan Theater
Free: No tickets required
Experience the Dance Department’s latest and greatest as student chorographers and performers share their year-end work!
For more information, visit naz.edu/theatreproduction
SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Unless otherwise noted, School of Music concerts are FREE and open to the public. No tickets are required.
Kenneth Kam, guitar
Sunday, Jan. 26 — 3 p.m.
Wilmot Recital Hall
Nazareth Piano Trio
Sunday, Feb. 2 — 3 p.m.
Wilmot Recital Hall
Tigran Vardanyan, violin; Zachary Sweet, cello; Sarah Rhee-Tirré, piano
Wind Symphony and Music Educators
Wind Ensemble
Friday, Feb. 7 — 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Jared Chase & Bill Tiberio, conductors
Keith Koster, bassoon
Sunday, Mar. 2 — 3 p.m.
Wilmot Recital Hall
Chamber Singers
Friday, Mar. 7 — 7:30 p.m.
Linehan Chapel
Eric Rubinstein, conductor
Women in Music Festival: Guest Faculty & Student Concert
Saturday Mar. 8 — 7 p.m.
Wilmot Recital Hall
Women in Music Festival: In the Company of Women
Sunday, Mar. 9 — 3 p.m.
Beston Hall
Nazareth School of Music faculty, Mona Seghatoleslami, MC
Co-sponsored by the Office for Diversity & Inclusive Excellence Education, Women and Gender Studies, Center for Spirituality, Weider Community Engagement
Symphony Orchestra
Friday, Mar. 14 — 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Raúl Munguía, conductor
L’enfant et les sortilèges
(The Bewitched Child)
by Maurice Ravel (presented in English)
Friday, Mar. 28 — 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Mar. 29 — 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: $15
Performed with the Nazareth University Chamber Orchestra led by Dr. Raúl Mungía
Kasi L. Krenzer Marshall, artistic director; Dr. Kevin Nitsch, music director; Raúl Mungía, conductor
A one act opera fantasy in which a wicked child is disciplined for his bad behavior when the items in his room come to life to exact revenge.
Saxophone Chamber Concert
Saturday, Apr. 5 — 4 p.m.
Wilmot Recital Hall
Chamber Singers, Treble Choir & Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, Apr. 12 – 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Eric Rubinstein, Colin Mann & Raúl Munguía, conductors
Jazz Ensemble/Lab Band
Thursday, Apr. 17 – 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Brad Batz, director
Chorale Concert
Monday, Apr. 21 — 7:30
Beston Hall
Wind Symphony
Tuesday, Apr. 22 – 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Jared Chase, conductor
Night Flyers & Chamber Music Ensemble
Wednesday, Apr. 23 – 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Kevin Weber & Jared Chase, conductors
Percussion Ensemble
Thursday, Apr. 24 – 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Kristen Shiner McGuire, director
Rock Ensemble
Saturday, Apr. 26 – 7:30 p.m.
Wilmot Recital Hall
Dave Drago, director
Composition Studio Recital
Sunday, Apr. 27 – 3 p.m.
Beston Hall
For more information, visit naz.edu/SOM
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ART & DESIGN
Arts Center Gallery Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, noon–5 p.m.; Friday–Saturday, noon–8 p.m; Sunday, noon–5 p.m.; Closed Monday
Colacino Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Sunday, noon–5 p.m.; Closed Monday & Tuesday
Centennial Nazareth University Alumni Exhibition
Jan. 31 – Mar. 9
Arts Center Gallery & Colacino Gallery
Reception: Friday, Jan. 31 — 5–7 p.m.
The Nazareth University Alumni Exhibition, Centennial, marks a celebratory milestone, offering a compelling showcase of the innovation, nostalgia, and perseverance inherent in the artistic evolution and expression of Nazareth Art and Design alumni over the years. This exhibition invites viewers to reflect on the profound and transformative power of art as a vehicle for personal expression, collective contemplation, community-building, and societal change. Encompassing a wide range of media, styles, and concepts, the exhibition serves as a platform that will bring together our diverse Nazareth and Greater Rochester art-loving community to celebrate this collective narrative of generational artistic expression from Naz alumni.
2025 Student Art Show
Apr. 4 – Apr. 24
Arts Center Gallery
Reception: Friday, April 11 — 5–7 p.m.
The 2025 Student Art Show features the artwork of Naz’s Art and Design students across all media. With over 100 pieces on display — and many available for purchase — this exhibition highlights the wonderful and creative artwork produced at Nazareth University.
2025 Art Education Graduate Show
Apr. 4 – Apr. 24
Colacino Gallery
Reception: Friday April 11 — 5–7 p.m.
The Art Education Graduate Show celebrates the work of Nazareth’s graduate art education students that have just completed their thesis work. This exhibition spotlights the individual work of each student. The work varies in media and subject matter, but each of them works with the mindset that they are both artists and educators.
2025 BFA Thesis Exhibition
May 2 – May 9
Arts Center Gallery
Reception: Friday, May 2 — 5–7 p.m.
Bachelor of Fine Arts graduating seniors will showcase their thesis work in this group show, representing a variety of media.
For more information, visit naz.edu/galleries
CHANGEMAKERS SERIES
2024/2025 Visual, Performing Arts & Design Changemakers Series
This series spotlights artists and performers who have made significant and lasting contributions to their fields, redefining or reimagining their particular art form.
The box office and will-call window open 90 minutes before ticketed performances. Theater doors open to patrons approximately 30 minutes before show time. If you have ticket-related questions, please email boxoffice@naz.edu.
Box Office Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 2–5 p.m. through May 9.
An Evening with Brass Queens
Friday, Mar. 7 — 7:30 pm
Beston Hall
Tickets: $20–$40 RESERVED
The musical intersection of the Big Easy and the Big Apple! Experience the royal rhythms of The Brass Queens — NYC’s powerhouse all-female brass band redefining the music scene with their electrifying performances and unmatched energy. Fusing traditional brass band sounds with contemporary flair, The Brass Queens deliver a dynamic blend of genres that keeps audiences on their feet. From street parades to sold-out concerts, their infectious rhythms and vibrant melodies captivate hearts and ignite celebrations!
An Evening wth Annie JacobsPerkins and Katelyn Vahala
Thursday, March 13 — 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: $20–$40 RESERVED
This captivating duo combines the lyrical mastery of the cello with the expressive power of the piano, creating a mesmerizing performance that transcends genres and resonates deeply with audiences all around the world. Their synergy on stage is a testament to their individual artistry and a shared passion for music that promises to leave you spellbound. This performance includes Sonata for Cello and Piano, “The Fool” by Nazareth’s Octavio Vazquez as part of its world premiere tour. A moving and inspiring celebration of musical artistry.
SHARED STAGES
Concerts at Beston Hall: Bria Skonberg Quintet
Sunday, Feb. 9 — 3 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: bestonhall.com
Led by the award-winning trumpet virtuoso and vocalist Bria Skonberg, this talented ensemble blends jazz, swing, and contemporary influences to create a high-energy, unforgettable performance. Known for her bold trumpet playing, soulful vocals, and captivating stage presence, Bria and her band bring a fresh, dynamic twist to the jazz scene. Whether performing original compositions or reimagining jazz classics, the Bria Skonberg Quintet delivers a show that will have you tapping your feet and craving more.
Produced by POB Presents and Concerts at Beston Hall
Society
for Chamber Music in Rochester:
Heroic Tchaikovsky
Sunday, Feb. 16 — 3 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: chambermusicrochester.org
Juliana Athayde, violin
Chiao-Wen Cheng, piano
Joseph Johnson, cello
James VanDemark, double bass
ESM-Hanson Chamber Players
Andrés Martin: Syncronicity for cello and bass 7’; William Jae: Fragile Dreams, for flute, violin, and piano (SCMR Composition competition) 10’; Octavio Vazquez: MusicScapes, for piano trio and double bass (2011) 11’ C; Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio, Op.50 47’
Co-sponsored by Nazareth University’s School of Music
RPO Sunday Matinee Series: Bach & Mendelssohn
Sunday, Mar. 16 — 2 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: rpo.org
Andreas Delfs, conductor David Bruestle, trombone
Bach: Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067; Lars-Erik Larsson: Concertino; Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 1 in C Minor
Concerts at Beston Hall:
Cherish the Ladies
Monday, Mar. 17 — 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: bestonhall.com
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the vibrant sounds of Cherish the Ladies, the Grammy-nominated Irish
music sensation! Known for their breathtaking harmonies, masterful musicianship, and electrifying step dancing, this internationally acclaimed ensemble brings the heart of Ireland to Rochester. On the most Irish day of the year, let their lively jigs, haunting ballads, and infectious energy create an unforgettable evening of music and culture. Whether you’re Irish by blood or just in spirit, bring your family and friends for a spirited St. Patrick’s Day celebration like no other in town!
Produced by POB Presents and Concerts at Beston Hall
Concerts at Beston Hall:
Tony DeSare: Sinatra & Beyond
Sunday, Mar. 23 — 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: bestonhall.com
This celebrated vocalist, pianist, and modern-day crooner brings his dazzling music and signature style to the Beston stage, blending the classic allure of Sinatraera standards with his own contemporary flair. Whether he’s performing jazz favorites, reimagining pop hits, or showcasing his original compositions, Tony’s artistry and showmanship create an unforgettable concert experience. Don’t
miss this opportunity to see one of today’s most dynamic performers live at Nazareth.
Produced by POB Presents and Concerts at Beston Hall
Society for Chamber Music in Rochester: Romance & Reflection
Sunday, Apr. 6 — 3 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: chambermusicrochester.org
Erik Behr, oboe
David Bowlin, violin
Jeanelle Thompson, violin
Phillip Ying, viola
Joseph Johnson, cello
Chiao-Wen Cheng, piano
Sergei Rachmaninoff: Cello Sonata, Op.19 26’; Clarice
Assad: Synchronous for oboe and string quartet 10’; August Klughardt: Schilflieder, Trio for oboe, viola and piano, Op. 28 19’; Bruch: Piano Quintet 24’
Co-sponsored by Nazareth University’s School of Music
Rochester City Ballet:
Anastasia: A Ballet Reimagined
Friday, May 9 — 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 10 — 2 p.m.
Sunday, May 11 — 12 & 4 p.m.
Callahan Theater
Tickets: $20–$60 RESERVED
This new telling of the historic tale of Anastasia will captivate audiences across generations. Accompanied by a dashing young man and an exofficer, Anastasia travels to Paris with the hopes of being reunited with her grandmother, the Grand Duchess. Along the way she will meet new friends, embrace new adventures, and find love in the most unexpected places.
Anastasia: A Ballet Reimagined is collaboration between Rochester City Ballet and the Society for Chamber Music in Rochester. This groundbreaking two-act ballet is making its world premiere in Rochester, and is perfect for all ages. The ballet will include original choreography, story-inspired musical selections, and vibrant, historic costumes. In a novel approach to performance, the musicians will be in costume and on stage alongside the dancers.
Concerts at Beston Hall: Paula Cole
Tuesday, May 20 — 7:30 p.m.
Beston Hall
Tickets: bestonhall.com
Experience an unforgettable evening with six-time Grammy-winner Paula Cole, as she brings her soulful voice and timeless hits to Nazareth! Known for iconic songs like “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?” and “I Don’t Want to Wait,” Paula’s deeply poetic lyrics and heartfelt performances continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Don’t miss this chance to see
one of the most dynamic and influential singersongwriters of our time, live in concert. It’s sure to be a night of music, passion, and pure artistry you won’t want to miss!
Produced by POB Presents and Concerts at Beston Hall
RPO Sunday Matinee Series: Bach & Debussy
Sunday, May 25 — 2 p.m. Beston Hall
Tickets: rpo.org
Andreas Delfs, conductor Kamalia Freyling, clarinet
Bach: Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, BWV 1069; Debussy: Première Rhapsodie; Berwald:
Symphony No. 3 in C Major “Singuliere”
