Y T R A P SEPTEMBER 12-22, 2018 OFFICIAL GUIDE ROCHESTERFRINGE.COM ROCHESTER, NY #ROCFRINGE18
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe began in 1947, when eight uninvited theatre groups turned up in Edinburgh, Scotland, armed with sets, costumes, and props, and put on their shows in spaces they fashioned into theatres. Seventy-one years later, the Edinburgh Fringe has become the largest platform in the world for creative freedom. This initial spark led to the creation of more than 200 fringe festivals worldwide, including ours. Like all fringes, Rochester’s came up through the grassroots, created by a hardworking team of community leaders, arts advocates, and venue managers. We are proud to be a not-
for-profit organization and now the largest multi-genre arts festival in New York State. On behalf of the Board of Directors, Festival Staff, and Venues, I want to welcome you to celebrate the global Fringe movement by embracing the defiant spirit of these original Edinburgh theatre companies. Attend a new show, let the arts move you, and experience a burgeoning downtown renaissance. This is your official invitation to Join the pARTy at the KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival from September 12-22!
INTRODUCTION
WELCOME TO THE 2018 KEYBANK ROCHESTER FRINGE FESTIVAL
Erica Fee Festival Producer / Board President
A WORD FROM OUR TITLE SPONSOR All of us at KeyBank welcome you to the 2018 KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival! We are so proud to be title sponsor for a second year of this event that that brought more than 78,000 people to downtown Rochester in 2017. We, like you, can’t wait for this unique celebration of art, culture, and community.
You won’t want to miss a unique attraction this year: Massaoke is
Come on down, “Join the pARTy,” and experience this great festival that’s become part of the fabric of Rochester. Thank you for supporting the 2018 KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival. James Barger KeyBank Rochester Market President
ON THE COVER: Massaoke will be performed September 14 and 15 at Parcel 5 as part of Friday & Saturday on the Fringe. See page 18 for more details. Photo by Tony Virgo; Design by Matt DeTurck.
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Our mission at KeyBank is to help the communities we serve to thrive, and our association with the Fringe is a big part of that mission here in Rochester. We know this inspiring celebration of our community’s creative spirit will be bigger and better than ever this year!
sure to bring thousands to Parcel 5 on September 14 & 15 at 8:30 p.m. You’ll have a blast singing your heart out to some of the great pop and rock anthems of our time! It’s the Party of the Year and the North American premiere of Massaoke right here at the Rochester Fringe.
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CONTENTS
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Fringe Information
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SHOWS Key
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Tickets & Box Office
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SHOWS Comedy
STAFF
Val Foote Chief Production Manager
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Eddie Izzard
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SHOWS Dance
Erica Fee Festival Producer
Lindsay Taylor Production Manager
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Friday & Saturday on the Fringe featuring Massaoke
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SHOWS Kids Fringe
Chris Fanning Associate Producer
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Spiegeltent
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SHOWS Multidisciplinary
Aishwarya Krishnamoorthy Assistant Production Manager
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Cirque du Fringe: SideShow
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SHOWS Music
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Shotspeare and Other People's Shows
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SHOWS Spoken Word
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Silent Disco and Disco Kids
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SHOWS Theatre
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Spiegelgarden
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SHOWS Visual Art & Film
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Bushwhacked Backyard
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Kids Day
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Lisa Granby Merchandise Manager Erich Camping Chief Photographer
Gloria Smith of Media Connection LLC Marketing Consultant and Media Buyer / Planner
John Schlia Photographer Makeway Web Design & Development Meghan Murphy Graphic Designer
Day-by-day Schedule
Benita Yen Director of Relationship Marketing
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Venues
Matthew Robinson Director of Sales
Fringe Street Beat
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Show Index
Rob Ferguson Logistics
Gibbs Street
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Map
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Justin L. Vigdor (Board Chairman) Of Counsel, Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC Chris Adams Vice President - Finance, Canfield & Tack
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
Sally Cohen Publicist Matt DeTurck Creative Director
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Dan Herd Assistant Producer
Dr. Sylvie Beaudette Director, Summer@Eastman and Assistant Professor, Eastman School of Music Devra A. Bevona (Assistant Treasurer) President & CEO, Bevona Business Solutions Mark A. Costello (Corporate Secretary) Partner, Boylan Code LLP Mark Cuddy Artistic Director, Geva Theatre Center Erica Fee (President) Festival Producer
Missy Pfohl Smith Director of the Institute of Performing Arts and the Program of Dance & Movement (University of Rochester) and Artistic Director, BIODANCE Stephanie C. Reh Vice President of Epilepsy-Pralid and Co-Owner, Kidden Prep LLC
Margit Brazda Poirier Carolyn Kourofsky of Grants 4 Good LLC Fundraising Consultants Chandra Freeman Lead Administrator Hamilton A/V Technical Direction and A/V Emily Stork Festival Lighting Designer Katie Conroy Director of Food & Beverage Renee Anderson Bar Manager
Lynn Rowoth Assistant Vice President, Rochester Institute of Technology Alexa Scott-Flaherty Manager, Donor Relations at Writers & Books, Director, and Professional Actor Meredith Smith Director of Government & Community Affairs, LaBella Associates
Christopher Hennelly Bookkeeper Matthew D. Guarnere Outdoor Music Production Manager Ben Fang Outdoor Music Booker Kelly Flegel Spiegeltent House Manager AdHouse Productions TV Commercials Ray Ryerse Power Mapping & Planning CJ Lyons Production Assistant Jon Kraus, Andrew Klapproth, Dan LaTourette, Will Young Fringe Street Beat Coordinators
ADVISORY COMMITTEE Dr. Paul Burgett Vice President, University of Rochester Mike Calabrese Owner, Java’s and Good Luck
Burton Speer (Treasurer) Partner, Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP
David Henderson Artistic Director, Method Machine
Darren Stevenson Founder and Artistic Director, PUSH Physical Theatre
Dr. Grant Holcomb Director Emeritus, Memorial Art Gallery
Dr. Elaine Spaull Director, Center for Youth and Council Member, City of Rochester Deborah Stendardi Vice President, Rochester Institute of Technology Heidi Zimmer-Meyer President, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
TITLE SPONSOR
FOUNDING HIGHER ED PARTNERS
COMMUNITY SPONSORS
Ames Amzalak memorial Trust
PUBLIC SUPPORT
SPIEGELTENT CO-PRODUCING SPONSOR
Elaine P. & Richard U. Wilson Foundation POWERED BY C OMIDA
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
CO-PRODUCING SPONSORS
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Ronald Fielding
HIGHER ED PARTNER
Daisy Marquis Jones Foundation LEAD HOTEL PARTNER
TELEVISION PARTNER
DIGITAL PARTNER
PRINT MEDIA PARTNER
SPIEGELGARDEN SPONSORS
ASSOCIATE HIGHER ED PARTNERS
HOTEL PARTNER
OFFICIAL BEER
ASSOCIATE PRODUCING SPONSORS
Fred & Floy Willmott Foundation
William G. McGowan Charitable Fund
Gouvernet Arts Fund at
The Community Foundation
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
OFFICIAL CONSTRUCTION PARTNER
JM McDonald Foundation
The Rubens Family Foundation KIDS DAY CO-PRODUCING SPONSOR
OFFICIAL SALON
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EDDIE IZZARD CO-PRODUCING SPONSOR
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SPONSORS & PARTNERS
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SPONSORS
CHECK-IN PARTNER
HOT TUB SPONSOR
THE GLAZER FAMILY
FRINGE FANS CANANDAIGUA NATIONAL BANK
THE PALLET EXPRESS
BEVONA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
DOMENICK & ASSOCIATES
ALTERNATIVES IN WRITING
FEE BROTHERS
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING Pres. Denise Battles (Geneseo) Pres. Daan Braveman (Nazareth College) Dr. Melanie Blood John Bodine
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
THE LITTLE SPONSOR
FRINGE FRIEND
Jim Barger
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OFFICIAL PRINTER
OUTDOOR MUSIC SPONSOR
Tim Brown
Grove Street Association
Rich DiMarco
Silvana Gulino
Rev. Imani Dodley
Stefani Hetelekides
Bob Duffy
Ed Hourihan
Vinnie Esposito
Don Jeffries
Pres. Richard Feldman (UR)
Laura Kroening
Pres. Heidi Macpherson (Brockport) Kate McClung Pres. David C. Munson (RIT) Matt Pitts Reform Lutheran Church
Kelly Reitnour Jeff Rodgers Pres. Gerry Rooney (SJFC) Dean Jamal Rossi (ESM) Jeremy Sarachan Kyle Semmel
VENUE MANAGERS The Avyarium
Virginia Monte, Nicole LeClair, and Linda Monte
The Little Theatre & RIT City Space
Blackfriars Theatre
Danny Hoskins
Lyric Theatre
Central Library
Susan Lusignan
MuCCC
Eastman School of Music
Greg Machin
Garth Fagan Dance Studio
Bill Ferguson
Geva Theatre Center
Becca Poccia
Java’s
Rob Ferguson and Mike Calabrese
School of the Arts (SOTA) Writers & Books
Lynn Rowoth and Lori Gentile Sue Cotroneo and Eric Johnson John Borek, Doug Rice, Karen Craft, Kevin Indovino and Amanda McFaul Adele Fico and Alan Tirre Dan Herd and Chris Fanning
Most Fringe venues are managed and programmed themselves. Fringe programs the Spiegeltent, Spiegelgarden, Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, Kilbourn Hall at Eastman Theatre (Gospel Sunday only), Gibbs Street and Parcel 5.
in and around Downtown Rochester
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FRINGE FESTIVALS: A BRIEF HISTORY In 1947, eight theatre groups turned up - uninvited - to perform at the newly established Edinburgh International Festival in Scotland. Although not listed in the official program, the groups performed anyway at venues they found for themselves. The following year, a Scottish journalist coined the term “festival fringe” to describe these non-curated shows that began turning up annually. The Edinburgh Fringe is now the largest arts festival in the world — breaking records year after year in performances, venues, audiences, ticket sales, and awesomeness. With 53,232 performances of 3,398 shows in 300 venues in 2017, the breadth and diversity of talent offered were astounding. Today,
there are more than 200 fringe festivals worldwide, with nearly 50 in the United States alone. The Rochester Fringe Festival was the first fringe festival in Upstate New York and is now one of the most attended in the country.
What is a Fringe Festival?
The U.S. Association of Fringe Festivals agrees on the following definition: Performing arts-focused: Fringes are a performing arts smorgasbord that typically includes theater, comedy, dance, music, spoken word, and the like. Some - like Rochester’s Fringe include film and visual arts as well. Uncensored: No one gets too fussy
about swearing or nudity, but squeakyclean content isn’t discouraged either.
Low-entry participation: Fees are low for both audiences and artists. Show selection varies from festival to festival, but generally runs the gamut from amateur to professional. Multi-everything: Lasting a few days to several weeks, fringe festivals involve lots of people at multiple venues. Rapid-fire: Typically, technical requirements (sets, lighting, etc.) are minimal and shows run an hour or less. Original always: Fringes feature a huge array of original material because they are, by nature and design, highly attractive to those looking to be creative.
INFORMATION
September 12–22, 2018
The Rochester Fringe is a proud member of the U.S. Association of Fringe Festivals.
ABOUT ROCHESTER FRINGE Rochester is based on the Edinburgh model, in that the vast majority of shows are curated by the venues themselves. Like Philly Fringe, we are a bifurcated festival. That means one part Fringe-curated: the Fringe hosts headline events including everything in the Spiegeltent, Spiegelgarden, Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, free entertainment on Gibbs Street, and Friday & Saturday on the Fringe at Parcel 5. One part venue-curated: The vast majority of the shows are curated
by the venues themselves from artist applications submitted in April.
History
Planning began back in 2008 with a small group of like-minded cultural organizations that grew into the current not-for-profit Rochester Fringe Festival. The inaugural Fringe in 2012 attracted more than 33,000 people over five days. Fast forward to 2017, when we drew more than 78,000 attendees in 10 days. This year, we are 11 days of jam-packed, all-out creativity.
How do I participate?
On Stage: The artist online application process for presenting a Fringe show opens each spring for one month at rochesterfringe.com. It is absolutely FREE to apply. Off Stage: Become a Fringe volunteer (we know you want to) and sign up at rochesterfringe.com mid-July after we announce our entire Fringe lineup for September. We welcome the help. Not to mention, volunteers can qualify for a nifty t-shirt and free tickets. Win/win.
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Set-Up & Organization
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INFORMATION
VISITOR INFORMATION Accessibility
The Fringe has partnered with the Mary Cariola Center to provide current accessibility assessments for all our partner venues. Details, including ASL interpreted shows and progress updates, are available at rochesterfringe.com/visitor-info/ accessibility. In addition, individuals being dropped off may pull up to the front of any venue. For the Spiegeltent, please use the corner of Main & Gibbs Streets.
Accommodation
Stay at the center of Fringe at Hyatt Regency Rochester. Fresh off a
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spectacular remodel, the newly transformed Hyatt is centrally positioned to be your Fringe hub during the festival. It’s not just a Hyatt, it’s Hyatt Rochester. And we’re proud to call them our lead hotel partner at Fringe.
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Love boutique spaces in the heart of the city? Welcome to East Avenue Inn & Suites. Rochester’s newest boutique hotel is located in the vibrant East End, the city’s celebrated neighborhood in the middle of the arts and entertainment districts. Enjoy a modern and artistic guest experience within bravo distance from Fringe. For exclusive offers at our hotel partners, go to rochesterfringe.com/ visitor-info. Book now and fringe in fine comfort and style minutes away from all of Rochester’s best cultural attractions. Looking for more options? Excellent information on Rochester accommodations can be found at Visit Rochester: visitrochester.com. Enjoy your stay in our favorite city.
Box Office & Info Booth
The Fringe Info Booth and Box Office are located at One Fringe Place (across from Eastman Theatre, corner of Main & Gibbs) and will be open daily, starting September 9. For hours and details, see page 15. There will be an additional info booth at Parcel 5 (next to One East Ave) for Friday & Saturday on the Fringe (September 14 & 15).
Cash or Credit?
All Fringe venues, bars and food trucks, as well as our Box Office and Fringe Store, accept cash, credit and debit cards. Convenient for fringing.
Fringe Store
Located at One Fringe Place (across from Eastman Theatre, corner of Main & Gibbs) for the duration of the festival (September 12-22) with a popup at Parcel 5 (next to One East Ave) for Friday & Saturday on the Fringe (September 14 & 15), and on Gibbs Street (September 21 & 22). Limited edition merchandise and collectibles are forever popular. You love the Fringe. Why not keep it with you year-round?
Lost & Found
Don’t panic. Anything turned into the Fringe will be held at the Fringe office until the end of the festival. Contact the Fringe admin team at info@ rochesterfringe.com or stop by the Box Office & Info Booth at One Fringe Place (corner of Main & Gibbs) to check.
Mobile App
Your Fringe-on-the-go is here. Download the free Fringe app at the App Store or Google Play. Search:
“Rochester Fringe” or “RocFringe.”
Parking
One Fringe Place is in downtown Rochester’s East End. Most venues are within walking distance of one another, which allows for one-time parking. Please check the map on page 119 prior to departure, however, as some of our venues are in satellite locations in NOTA (Neighborhood of the Arts). The Fringe recommends one of the many lots and parking garages located near One Fringe Place (corner of Main & Gibbs). See map on page 119 for parking recommendations.
One cannot Fringe on an empty stomach. We have some great spots for refueling. Eat, drink, and be merry!
Fringe Bars & Eats
Neighborhood Venues
Grab a bite from our rotating lineup of outstanding food trucks. Chase it down with a drink at the many bars on site to take care of that big thirst.
Drinks Only
Parcel 5 (next to One East Ave):
Writers & Books (740 University Ave)
open during events on September 14 & 15 – food trucks & drinks
Gibbs Street (between Main St and
Bike Parking
Venues
Speaking of venues, we have incredible ones in and around downtown Rochester. Experience them all. GO. For a list, see page 110. For a map, see page 119.
Additional Questions? Helpful Answers:
www.rochesterfringe.com info@rochesterfringe.com
MuCCC (142 Atlantic Ave)
Food and Drinks (OPEN DURING SHOWS)
Spiegelgarden (One Fringe Place
Java’s Cafe
Spiegeltent (One Fringe Place across from Eastman Theatre): the crown jewel of Fringe; open September 12-22 during ticketed shows only (see page 20 for show list) - vintage glamorous bar
Geva Theatre Center
(75 Woodbury Blvd) – café and bar (16 Gibbs St) – café and coffee
Lyric Theatre
(440 East Ave) – snacks and bar
School of the Arts
(45 Prince St) - food only
The Little Theatre
(240 East Ave) – café and bar
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Because the Fringe is a pedestrianfriendly event, it’s also an ideal venue for those traveling by bicycle. We’re big fans of pedal pushers. One Fringe Place is easily accessible from East Avenue with many bike racks and loops nearby. Traveling into the city from the ‘burbs? Throw your bike in the car, park in one of the many city side streets off East Avenue, and bike in from there. Rocheser also now has bike-sharing locations downtown. As always, lock your bike and wear a helmet. Let’s not ruin your Fringe.
The Avyarium (Village Gate)
East Ave): open during events on September 21 & 22 – food trucks & drinks
across from Eastman Theatre): urban lounge open for the entire festival September 12-22 (see page 32 for Spiegelgarden open hours) - Theatre Bar and food trucks
Please note that the City of Rochester charges a flat fee of $7/car for all festival parking.
(OPEN DURING SHOWS)
INFORMATION
FRINGE EATS & SIPS
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INFORMATION
WORKSHOPS FOR FRINGE ARTISTS Setting your sights on Fringe 2019 and beyond? Ready to take your show on the road from Rochester Fringe to the holy grail that is Edinburgh Fringe? Want to know more? We have two FREE workshops to get you started. Please reserve your space by emailing info@rochesterfringe.com with “Fringe Workshop” as the subject line. For Participant pass holders or prospective shows only, please.
Beyond Rochester: Which Fringe is Next? Saturday, September 22, 10-11am Writers & Books, 740 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607
Fringe festivals are fast becoming THE way to get your new work out to the world. Think you’re ready to take your show to another fringe but not sure where to start? Xela Batchelder, Ph.D (aka “Dr. Fringe”) is a foremost authority on fringe festivals around the country and the world, including how they resemble or differ from the Rochester Fringe.
Ready for the Big One? The Edinburgh Fringe!
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Saturday, September 22, 12-1pm Writers & Books, 740 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607
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Have you considered taking your show to the world’s largest performing arts festival? The Edinburgh Fringe can be very intimidating for newbies, to say nothing of the expense. If you don’t know where to start, this session is for you. Xela Batchelder, Ph.D (aka “Dr. Fringe”) will provide you with an overview, resources for research, ideas on budgets, and how to save money for an unforgettable experience at the biggest Fringe of them all.
Xela Batchelder, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Arts Administration at Waynesburg University and the Executive Director of the Pittsburgh Fringe. For 13 years, Xela ran Rocket Venues, a multitheatre, multi-location venue at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the largest arts festival in the world. She is a researcher of the Edinburgh Fringe and North American Fringe Festivals and a Fringe treasure.
at In person at 1 Online 4 WWW.ROCHESTERFRINGE.COM THE FRINGE BOX OFFICE (No additional fees)
Buying tickets could not be easier and takes only a couple of minutes! Visit our website to get your tickets right away. You can print your tickets at home or download directly to your smartphone. Paper tickets can also be printed at the Fringe Box Office at One Fringe Place starting Sunday, September 9.
phone 2 By (585) 957-9837
(Additional phone admin. fees apply.) PHONE HOURS JULY 11–SEPT. 9 Thursdays: 6-8pm (EST) Saturdays: 12noon-3pm (EST) PHONE HOURS BEGINNING SEPT. 9 Phone lines are open during the Fringe Box Office hours.
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able, starting one hour before curtain up. All venues accept cash, debit, and credit cards. See page 110 for a list of all Fringe venues.
Book online at rochesterfringe.com or call the Eastman Theatre Box Office at 585-274-3000.
BEFORE FRINGE Sunday, Sept. 9: 12noon-4pm Monday, Sept. 10 –Tuesday, Sept. 11: 12:30-5:30pm DURING FRINGE Wednesday, Sept. 12: 12:30-10pm Thursday, Sept. 13: 5-10pm Friday, Sept. 14: 5-11pm Saturday, Sept. 15: 12noon-11pm Sunday, Sept. 16: 12noon-10pm Monday, Sept. 17 –Thursday, Sept. 20: 5-10pm Friday, Sept. 21: 5-11pm Saturday, Sept. 22: 10:30am-11pm All ticket sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
PLEASE NOTE:
All shows and times in this guide are subject to change. Please check rochesterfringe.com for up-to-date information.
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FOR EDDIE IZZARD TICKETS
One Fringe Place (corner of Main & Gibbs Streets, Rochester, NY 14604 - across from the Eastman Theatre) Open hours listed below. The Fringe Box Office accepts cash, debit, and credit cards.
TICKETS & BOX OFFICE
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HEADLINER “Eddie Izzard is a comic genius.” –Bill Gates ONE NIGHT ONLY! Arguably one of the today’s top comedians, Eddie Izzard hits the Eastman Theatre stage with Believe Me, a hilarious yet touching show that reveals the man behind his dizzying rise from the streets of London to West End theaters, Wembley Arena, Madison Square Garden, and the Hollywood Bowl. He reflects on a childhood marked by the loss of his mother, boarding school, and alternative sexuality, as well as a life in comedy, film, politics, running, and philanthropy.
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Over the course of a 30-year career, Izzard has proved himself to be a creative chameleon, inhabiting stage, movie and TV screens, and the New York Times Best Seller list with equal fervor, and building an extraordinary fan base that transcends age, gender, and race. Don’t miss the comedian that Rolling Stone lauds as “one of the top 50 stand-ups of all time!”
COMEDY Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
Friday, Sept. 21 at 7:00pm 70 mins
18+
TICKETS
$27-105
Tickets may be purchased online at ROCHESTERFRINGE.COM, or by calling the Eastman Theatre Box Office at (585) 274-3000 • See all ticket purchasing methods on page 15 This show will be
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FRI & SAT ON THE FRINGE KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
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FREE!
“This is THE party of the Fringe season.” –Great Scott
LIVE Band. Hairbrush Anthems. One massive singalong. DIRECT FROM LONDON. The 2018 UK Summer Festival Hit. Massaoke is the live band, singalong sensation that’s sweeping the major festival circuit from Glastonbury and Edinburgh to Adelaide and Perth. One truly amazing live band plays the bestloved pop, indie, and rock anthems of all time. Hit after hit after hit. On stage and on giant screens with lyrics. You belt it out with a few thousand of your friends. Rochester ROCKS. But how hard? This is not karaoke. This is MASSAOKE. Where we sing and dance our collective hearts out in a unique live-gig setting that no one will ever forget. It. Is. Euphoric. A celebration of some of the best-loved songs ever written and Rochester’s best night out at the Fringe. The Ultimate Pop Anthem Party of the Year. Do not miss the North American premiere at Rochester Fringe.
MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Parcel 5
Friday, Sept. 14 at 8:30pm Saturday, Sept. 15 at 8:30pm 90 mins ALL FREE
See map on page 118
How to enjoy MASSAOKE: This show is an interactive experience. Wear comfortable shoes as you’ll be standing and dancing on site. Get your smartphones out and tag us with #rocfringe18. We want your WOW. In order to protect the safety of performers, staff, and fans, lawn chairs are permitted only in a dedicated lawn-chair area. Limited bleacher seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Performance Schedule
FRIDAY, SEPT. 14 • 5pm-11pm 5:00-5:40pm • The Crooked North More details, page 72 6:00-6:40pm • La Muralla More details, page 76 7:00-7:50pm • Vanishing Sun More details, page 82 8:30-10:00pm • MASSAOKE
SATURDAY, SEPT. 15 • 5pm-11pm 5:00-5:40pm • Chris Eves and the New Normal More details, page 71
FRI & SAT ON THE FRINGE
A FREE grand spectacular celebration downtown at Parcel 5 (next to One East Ave), with food, drink, and new entertainment options both days!
6:00-6:40pm • EightFingers More details, page 72 7:00-7:50pm • Cold Fronts More details, page 71 8:30-10:00pm • MASSAOKE
Grab a bite from our outstanding food trucks, and a drink from one of the Fringe bars. Please, no outside food and drink allowed.
Parking
See map on page 118 for garage locations; also see Visitor Information on page 10.
Weather Photos by Mark Box and Trentino
In the event of inclement weather, please look for announcements and updates at rochesterfringe.com and Fringe Social on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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Food & Drink
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SPIEGELTENT
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SPIEGELTENT TICKET-ONLY ADMITTANCE TO ENTER, PLEASE PURCHASE A TICKET TO: Cirque du Fringe: SideShow • page 22 Shotspeare • page 24 Other People’s Shows • page 25
What happens in the Spiegeltent, stays in the Spiegeltent.
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Since 2013, Rochester has swooned over our jewel box of a venue from Malle, Belgium: the Spiegeltent. Originally created as traveling dance halls in the early 1900’s, only a handful of these magical “Mirror Tents” exist in the world today.
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This beloved piece of history boasts stained glass windows, faceted mirrors, a velvet draped ceiling, VIP booths fit for royalty, and a truly spectacular vintage bar. For 11 days, the Cristal Palace Spiegeltent lives in Rochester as an indelible and scintillating part of the Fringe, attracting the young and the forever-young.
LOCATION
One Fringe Place across from the Eastman Theatre, at Main & Gibbs Streets, Rochester, NY 14604. See map on page 118.
SPIEGELTENT CREDITS Owner: West Coast Spiegeltents (westcoastspiegeltents.com) Pallets: The Pallet Express
Afternoon Tea • page 26 Silent Disco • page 28 Disco Kids • page 29
SEATING OPTIONS Single tickets (General Admission): Single-ticket
seats allow you to get “up close and personal” to the action. All seats are first-come, firstserved. Entrance is via the lefthand side door. Arrive early!
VIP Booths: These fabulous booths seat six and include dedicated table service. Entrance is via the right-hand side door. The Spiegeltent is wheelchair accessible. All shows are presented in-the-round.
SPIEGELTENT Photos by Erich Camping
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SPIEGELTENT ASTONISHING.
HILARIOUS. KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
UNFORGETTABLE.
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The creators of last year’s sold-out smash hit, Eclectic Attraction, invite you to take in the brand-new Cirque du Fringe: SideShow, a fascinating blend of curiosities and feats of human performance inspired by the golden age of American circus.
Part carnival midway, part speakeasy – with a dash of modern performance art – SideShow combines classic comedy, original live music, and death-defying acts presented by Ring Mistress Heidi and her slap-happy clown sidekick, Matt.
“So wrong they’re hilarious” –Broadwayworld.com
on Matt & Heidi
Fringe favorites Matt Morgan & Heidi Brucker Morgan, whose credits range from The Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey’s Greatest Show on Earth to the runaway hit Absinthe in Las Vegas, have assembled a cast of international performers who will stop at nothing to entertain Fringe audiences. Created and Directed by Matt Morgan
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MULTIDISCIPLINARY Spiegeltent
Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 7:30pm Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:30pm Friday, Sept. 14 at 7pm Saturday, Sept. 15 at 2:30pm and 7pm PERFORMANCES Sun., Sept. 16 thru Fri., Sept 21 at 7pm EVERY NIGHT! Saturday, Sept. 22 at 1pm and 7pm Doors: 30 mins before showtime 90 mins, incl. a 20 min intermission
13+ 5+
Please Note: All evening shows are appropriate for ages 13 and over.
Family-friendly Saturday matinee perfor-
mances are appropriate for ages 5 and over.
TICKETS SINGLE TICKETS (GENERAL ADMISSION): Thursday, Friday, Saturday Night Shows:
$34 (increases to $38 on Sept. 1)
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Nights and Saturday Matinees:
$30 (increases to $35 on Sept. 1)
Kids (Age 12 & Under) Saturday Matinee:
$22 (increases to $25 on Sept. 1)
FABULOUS VIP BOOTHS (SEATS 6): Thursday, Friday, Saturday Night Shows:
$189 (increases to $204 on Sept. 1)
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Nights and Saturday Matinees:
$174 (increases to $189 on Sept. 1) VIP booths have dedicated table service.
The Spiegeltent’s beautiful INTERIOR BAR will be open for ticketholders 30 minutes prior to curtain, and again at intermission.
ASL interpreted
-Frank De Blase, CITY Newspaper
(on Eclectic Attraction)
“Matt and Heidi just do not let down.” -Jason Rohrer, stage and cinema
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Thurs. Sept. 20 show will be
“The talent was big and dangerous...”
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“Fun, bawdy and completely irreverent.” –The Clothesline (Australia)
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With rave reviews from New York, Las Vegas and the Adelaide Fringe, Shotspeare puts the “Lit” in Literature!
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Five sword-wielding actors, one lucky audience member, a ton of booze, the Wheel of Soliloquy, and an entire work of Shakespeare – all in 90 minutes. Equal parts bacchanal and classical theater, Shotspeare’s raucous adaptation of ROMEO & JULIET takes the world’s most beloved playwright, soaks him in beer, and flips him on his head. You may know the Bard, but you’ve never experienced him like THIS, Rochester! The Spiegeltent’s beautiful INTERIOR BAR will be open for ticketholders 30 minutes prior to curtain and throughout the show.
“Brilliantly conceived.” –Timeout New York
COMEDY
Spiegeltent
Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 9:15pm Thursday, Sept. 20 at 9:15pm Friday, Sept. 21 at 9:15pm Saturday, Sept. 22 at 9:15pm Doors: 30 minutes before showtime 80 mins, incl. a 10-minute intermission
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Please Note: This performance contains adult subject matter and is unsuitable for children. The venue will not admit anyone under 18 years of age.
TICKETS SINGLE TICKETS (GENERAL ADMISSION): WEDS & THURS: $21 (increases to $25 on Sept. 1) FRI & SAT: $24 (increases to $28 on Sept. 1) FABULOUS VIP BOOTHS (SEATS 6): WEDS & THURS: $123 (increases to $147 on Sept. 1). FRI & SAT: $141 (increases to $165 on Sept. 1). VIP booths have dedicated table service. Thurs. Sept. 20 show will be
ASL interpreted
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“One of the simplest – yet brilliant – ideas for an improv show I’ve heard.” –Adam Lubitow, CITY Newspaper
COMEDY
Spiegeltent
Friday, Sept. 14 at 9:15pm Saturday, Sept. 15 at 9:15pm Doors: 30 minutes before showtime 80 mins, incl. a 10-minute intermission 18+
TICKETS SINGLE TICKETS (GENERAL ADMISSION): $21 (increases to $25 on Sept. 1) FABULOUS VIP BOOTHS (SEATS 6): $125 (increases to $135 on Sept. 1). VIP booths have dedicated table service. The Spiegeltent’s beautiful INTERIOR BAR will be open for ticketholders 30 minutes prior to curtain and throughout the show.
“I was literally laughing so hard I was crying. And just when I thought I had it under control, they set me off again.” –Joanne Brokaw, Rochester Subway
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Other People’s Shows is part genius, part drunk parrot: smart comedy with a shot of shameless mockery. You pick a show out of the Fringe Guide, and Unleashed! Improv will perform its interpretation of it on the spot – inspired only by the show’s description. Fringe performers will finally get a chance to see their own shows! But that’s not all. In the spirit of borrowing other people’s material, the twisted team will also interact with the audience, staging hilarious contests, showdowns, and feats of comedy strength based on TV and film favorites. A huge hit at previous Fringes, this year’s late-night version in the spectacular Spiegeltent will be legendary!
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The 2017 Fringe Sell-Out Returns! Indulge in an afternoon of pure delight in a truly spectacular setting. A classic tradition in the middle of Fringe featuring dainty finger sandwiches (crusts off) from Orange Glory, British-style scones, Hurd Orchards strawberry jam, lashings of clotted cream, and traditional pastries and cakes.
One lump or two? Join us for a cuppa. Napkins on laps and mind your manners. It’s afternoon tea with a beautifully set table complete with proper china and all the trimmings. Delightfully posh with a definitive fringey twist. Tea for two. Tea for everyone. Pinkies up!
MULTIDISCIPLINARY
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Sunday, Sept. 16 Seatings at 12:30pm and 3:30pm ďƒ€ All tables are allocated for 2 hours
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13 and over only, please
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TICKETS $39 PER PERSON Limited number of tickets available. See page 15 for ways to purchase tickets.
WOMEN YELLING AT MEN ON BALCONIES TWO ORIGINAL PLAYS BY BRIAR-ROSE MURPHY & ABBY VOSS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 @ 9:00PM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 @ 9:00PM CLUB SOTA @SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 45 PRINCE STREET
Becoming Grandma Kat: One Man Show! Performed in American Sign Language Voice interpreted • All are welcome!
Sept. 20th • 7pm Sept. 22nd • 2pm Tickets $10 • Ages 13 & Over
Writers & Books • 740 University Ave
WORLD MUSIC &
YOGA BALLET
WITH BINARUAL BEATS
TOMMYGRAVINO.US
HEATHER ROFFE DANCE WITH MARY MONROE ON HARP SEPT 15TH SAT 12PM | SEPT 16TH SUN 2PM | LYRIC THEATER
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TOTAL SELL-OUT EVERY YEAR! (You’ve been warned.)
The glamorous Spiegeltent will be filled once again with a giant dance party. But with a Fringe-y twist: you don’t hear a sound until you slip on a set of headphones. Wait! Is that Donna Summer on one channel, Calvin Harris on the second and Halsey on the third? A three-channel system and live DJs let you switch up your music at the touch of a button. Hugely popular at festivals like Bonnaroo and Burning Man, it’s an unforgettable experience you have to see – and not hear – to believe! The Spiegeltent’s beautiful INTERIOR BAR will be open throughout; last call at 1:30am.
AVOID THE LINES: Check-in and headphone
pick-up available at 10pm. Arrive early to avoid the lines and get your groove on at the THEATRE BAR in the Spiegelgarden.
DANCE
Spiegeltent
Friday, Sept. 14 at 11:00pm Saturday, Sept. 15 at 11:00pm Friday, Sept. 21 at 11:00pm Saturday, Sept. 22 at 11:00pm 3 rockin’ hrs
18+ with ID
TICKETS
$12 (increases to $15 on 9/1) Single tickets (general admission) Please Note: Headphone use with ID or credit card only (returned upon exit).
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ATTENTION DANCING QUEENS: FREE! Before you hit the dance floor, get your five-minute DISCO LOOK makeover with products from MAC including Multi-Effect Sparkle Finish Glitter! From 10pm midnight in the Theatre Bar, adjacent the the Spiegeltent. Courtesy of our friends at SCOTT MILLER.
TOTAL SELL-OUT 2016 & 2017
(Book early to avoid disappointment. And meltdowns.)
PLEASE NOTE: Disco Kids is not Silent Disco for
kids. There are no headphones involved. Only DJs. And loads and loads of fun.
NEW THIS YEAR! Mimosas and coffee will be available at the Spiegeltent’s beautiful INTERIOR BAR. You’re welcome, parents.
KIDS
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Back by popular demand. Big party for pint-size dance machines takes over the Spiegeltent. The next generation of club kids is here, popping and pouting up a storm. Disco Kids is a nonstop, funfilled, dance extravaganza that is the talk of kid town. Lights, music, and glow sticks. Welcome to the Fringe’s not-so-silent disco.
Saturday, Sept. 15 at 12:30pm Saturday, Sept. 22 at 11:00am 1 hour
ALL AGES
TICKETS $6 Single tickets (general admission) FREE for those aged 1 or under. DJs supplied by Wildbyrd
MORE FOR KIDS! The fun continues after the boogie with a kid-friendly matinee performance of Cirque du Fringe: SideShow in the Spiegeltent (see page 22 for details), Fringe Kids Day (see page 36 for details), plus family-friendly shows and entertainment at many venues. See the Kids Fringe section on page 59 and look for the family-friendly age-ranges (All Ages, 5+) on shows throughout all sections of this guide.
WHAT!?
Starring the international stars of comedy magic Keith Fields and Lady Sarah
Funny, and amazing, and it will make you say ’WHAT!?’
The funniest magic show that you will ever see
17 September, 7pm 18 September, 7pm Tickets $10 Children under 12 $5 Kilbourn Hall
13 September 7pm 14 September 5.30pm 15 September 2.30pm 16 September 8pm
Tickets $15 Geva Theatre Center Fielding Stage
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A BRIT OF MAGIC
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SPIEGELGARDEN
THE
SPIEGELGARDEN Everyone’s favorite pop-up urban lounge. LOCATION
One Fringe Place, across from the Eastman Theatre at Main & Gibbs Streets. Meet us in the Spiegelgarden: the festive, inviting, and laid-back vibe of the Fringe. Adjacent to the Spiegeltent, the Spiegelgarden is the #1 place to find rest, relaxation, food/ drinks, and friends during the Fringe. A gorgeous, green haven in the middle of downtown Rochester, this pop-up garden features urban landscaping from Broccolo Tree & Lawncare, eclectic lounge furniture, giant games, firepits, and outdoor movies. This is
where you’ll find the fabulous Theatre Bar, serving curated wines and a selection of beers including Genesee and Magic Hat. An everchanging array of nightly food trucks tempts and satisfies all cravings. Come hungry. Daily lineup: #rocfringe18 on Twitter. The Spiegelgarden is also the location for sitespecific shows and events, a hotly contested trivia challenge, outdoor movies under the stars, and full-on shenanigans. One Fringe Place also contains the Spiegeltent, Box Office, Info Booth, Fringe Store, restrooms, an ATM and more. See map on page 118.
SPIEGELGARDEN OPEN HOURS Monday, Sept. 17 through Thursday, Sept.20: 5pm-10pm Friday, Sept. 21: 5pm-11pm Saturday, Sept. 22: 11am-11pm
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Wednesday, Sept. 12: 5pm-10pm Thursday, Sept. 13: 5pm-10pm Friday, Sept. 14: 5pm-11pm Saturday, Sept. 15: 12pm-11pm Sunday, Sept. 16: 12pm-10pm
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Ask Us Anything Booth.................................... page Broccolo Ladybug Bonanza.............................. page Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB................... page Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ........................... page Bushwhacked Backyard BETROTHAL............... page Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE.................... page Bushwhacked Backyard BURIAL...................... page Complimentary Heckling................................. page Dashboard Dramas V....................................... page Fringe Wine & Spirits Tasting........................... page The Immersive Igloo........................................ page Kids Chalk Art................................................ page Kids Day........................................................ page Pedestrian Drive-In......................................... page Pumpkin Painting........................................... page Trivia City: An Arts & Culture Quiz.................... page
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SPIEGELGARDEN CREDITS Landscaping and Design: Broccolo Tree and Lawncare Tents and Furniture: McCarthy Tents & Events Art: Scott Grove Lighting Design: Emily Stork Construction: The Pike Company Movie Screen: Hamilton AV
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Shows & Events in the Spiegelgarden
LOOKING FORWARD TO YEAR 7
Congratulations to the KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival! 740 University Ave 585-473-2590 wab.org @writersandbooks “All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players: they have their exits and their entrances; one man in his time plays many parts, his acts being seven ages.” —William Shakespeare
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Rochester comedic improvisers Abby DeVuyst and Kerry Young, (responsible for such off-the-wall hit shows as Big Knockers and Dashboard Dramas) present five interactive events that rotate nightly, in and actual backyard space within the Spiegelgarden! Come laugh in our own backyard!
Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB
It’s by far the hottest ticket in town! Hop into the hot tub and get wet! Bring your bathing suit, and get ready for an improvised show made just for you! In a HOT TUB!!! As part of your ticket, you will receive a complimentary custom Bushwhacked bath towel.
Only 4 tickets per performance.
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Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ
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Come home to roost at this rib-ticklin’ barbecue and improvised show, where the Bushwhacked team will prepare and share some down-home chow and some uptown chuckles seasoned with your secret suggestions. It’s sure to be a rootin’-tootin’-knee- slappin’ good time. Bring your appetite and a beverage from the bar! Only 10 tickets per performance.
Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE
Back by popular demand, those madcap ladies of Bushwhacked have brushed off their hats, aired out the tent, and gotten back to their roots. Join them to give summer the send off it deserves with a night of campfire revelry under the moonlit sky. With your sassy input, this show will surely be filled with laughter, ridiculous bonding activities, and “s’more.” Nothing says Fringe like open flames and two irresponsible improvisers. COMPLETELY SOLD OUT FOR 2018
Bushwhacked Backyard BETROTHAL
You’re a guest of honor at a REAL wedding or vow renewal. The happy couple has agreed to actually get married by the Bushwhacked gals in what will undoubtedly be the weirdest, wackiest, wildest wedding EVER. Be there for the vows, the champagne toast, the first dance, and stuff you can’t even imagine. In this mix of reality and hilarity, you will be immersed in an interactive celebration of love, life, and laughter. Only 30 tickets per performance. Want to be married by the Bushwhacked ladies? Fill out the form at rochesterfringe.com/wedding and you could be selected to actually get married by Bushwhacked at Fringe!
Bushwhacked Backyard BURIAL
Someone has died. And the Bushwhacked team is here for you. It’s an interactive celebration of a life welllived and you help make it happen. From deciding who the “deceased” is, to giving input on the eulogy and much, much, more, this wacky wake will have you laughing so hard, you’ll cry. Which is appropriate, really. Someone has died, for goodness sake. Only 15 tickets per performance.
SEE PAGE 46 FOR SHOW TIMES & TICKET PRICES
Saturday, Sept. 22
Last but not least: a special day for the youngest among us. All Kids Day events take place right in and around One Fringe Place (corner of Main & Gibbs Streets).
11am - 12noon • SPIEGELTENT
1pm - 2:30pm • SPIEGELTENT
Big party for pint-size dance machines takes over the Spiegeltent. A nonstop, fun-filled, dance extravaganza that is the talk of kid town. Book early to avoid meltdowns.
The fun continues after the boogie with a kid-friendly matinee performance of Cirque du Fringe: SideShow in the Spiegeltent. Belly laughs and jaw-droppers all around for an afternoon they won’t forget under the big magical tent.
Disco Kids
See page 29 for details.
Cirque du Fringe: SideShow
See page 22 for details.
12noon - 3pm • SPIEGELGARDEN
Chalk Art
FREE! One of the most popular FREE, family-friendly events of the Fringe. Kids transform the Spiegelgarden into a tapestry of color. We bring the chalk; you bring the creativity!
12noon - 3pm • SPIEGELGARDEN
Pumpkin Painting
FREE! Celebrate the beginning of fall by painting your own Fringe-tastic pumpkin. From faces to crazy designs, from spooky to silly, we want to see what your creativity brings to these pumpkin pallets. Fun and kid-friendly, this is an activity for the whole family. Paint your pumpkin and then bring it home to show off your skills!
12noon - 4:30pm • GIBBS STREET
Fringe Street Beat
FREE! Got moves? We’ve got the battle. From breakdancing to all-styles, teams bring their A-game to the floor leading to the final dance showcase. Complete with live DJ, MC, and judges from all over the Northeast. FREE to watch. See page 41 for details.
3pm - 4pm • SPIEGELGARDEN
Broccolo Ladybug Bonanza
FREE! Roll up your sleeves and prepare to take wing! Create your own rock painted ladybug (or snail or beetle or create a new insect) at this hands-on rock painting activity with our friends from Broccolo Tree & Lawn Care. Show off your imagination and bring home some decorative rock art to spruce up your lawn or garden.
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Kids Day
7pm • SPIEGELGARDEN
Pedestrian Drive-In: The Goonies
FREE! A one-of-a-kind cinematic experience that is forever a Fringe favorite: the much-loved film THE GOONIES outdoors on a giant screen with our headphones. Grab a beanbag, sit back, and enjoy a FREE movie in the Spiegelgarden under the stars. See page 38 for other kid-friendly
movies on other nights.
EVEN MORE FOR KIDS
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All this PLUS check out family-friendly entertainment at many of our Fringe venues. Check FRINGE KIDS in the show listings on page 59, and look for family-friendly age ratings on shows throughout the guide!
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immersive Wed., Sep. 12 9pm Thu., Sep. 13 9pm Fri., Sep. 14 9:30pm Fri., Sep. 14 10:30pm Sat., Sep. 15 9:30pm Sat., Sep. 15 10:30pm Sun., Sep. 16 8:30pm Mon., Sep. 17 8:30pm Tue., Sep. 18 8:30pm Wed., Sep. 19 8:30pm Thu., Sep. 20 8:30pm Fri., Sep. 21 10:30pm Sat., Sep. 22 10:30pm
MUSIC Spiegelgarden 50 mins
igloo
13+
TICKETS $18 Single tickets (general admission) THE TOTAL SELL-OUT HIT RETURNS! Submerge yourself in the soothing sounds of immersive music composed and presented by spatial sound artist, Tom Montagliano. Within his inflatable, 40foot, glowing Immersive Igloo — that has traversed the Northeast to rave reviews — you’ll find yourself seated in a circle of eight speakers, bathing you in blankets of warm and wondrous vibrations. Close your eyes and let the ambient, electronic soundscapes guide you on your introspective adventure.
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wine & spirits TA S T I N G
THE HIT FROM 2017 RETURNS! Three cheers for Fringe libations! Join us for our favorite pours in the Spiegelgarden to kick off our first weekend. Stroll through the garden, drink in hand, and sample some local flavors. Try one or try them all. It’s Fringe uncorked. Salut!
MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Spiegelgarden
Saturday, Sept. 15 from 3pm-5pm 21 and over only!
TICKETS
$10 PER PERSON
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COMEDY HYPNOSIS SHOW Eastman Hatch Theater September 15th at 8PM $8 • visit HOWIEHYPNOTIZE.COM for more info Fast and Fun Entertainment • Howie Hypnotize
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FREE!
PEDESTRIAN DRIVE-IN VISUAL ART & FILM
Enjoy movies outdoors in the Spiegelgarden! Grab a drink, a snack from a food truck, and experience a one-of-a-kind movie event: classic cult movies on the big screen with personalized audio via our Silent Disco headphones. Seating is first-come, first-served. Please Note: Headphone use with ID or credit card ONLY (returned upon exit). Photo by Erich Camping
Wednesday, Sept. 12
7:30pm • Black Panther (PG-13, 2018, Ryan Coogler, 135 mins.) A superhero known as
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Black Panther defends Wakanda, a technologically advanced country in Africa that has hidden itself away from the rest of the world. Now, he must face a dissident who wants to sell the country’s natural resources to fund an uprising. Stars Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, and Martin Freeman.
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Thursday, Sept. 13
7:30pm • Phantom Thread
(R, 2017, Paul Thomas Anderson, 130 mins.) Academy Award
Best Picture Nominee. Set in 1950s London, Reynolds Woodcock (Daniel Day Lewis) is a renowned dressmaker whose fastidious life is disrupted by a young, strong-willed woman, Alma (Vicky Krieps), who becomes his muse and lover. Also stars Lesley Manville. Daniel Day-Lewis has declared this to be his final film.
The THEATRE BAR will be open every night for the duration of Pedestrian Drive-In for your libations-with-movie pleasure.
Friday, Sept. 14
7:30pm • The English Patient (R, 1996, Anthony Minghella, 169 mins.) An injured World War
II cartographer reveals his tragic love affair to his nurse in this Best Picture Oscar winner. The book by Michael Ondaatje, on which the film is based, recently won the Golden Man Booker Prize and was voted the favorite Man Booker Award Winner for the last 50 years. Stars Ralph Fiennes, Juliette Binoche, Willem Dafoe, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Colin Firth.
9:00pm • Gaslight (NR, 1944, George Cukor, 114 mins.) A newlywed (Ingrid Berg-
man) is slowly driven to the brink of madness by her deceptively charming husband (Charles Boyer) at their Victorian mansion in London. Bergman won the Oscar for Best Actress. Also stars Joseph Cotten, May Whitty, and Angela Lansbury.
Sunday, Sept. 16
7:30pm • Star Wars:
The Last Jedi
Saturday, Sept. 15 7:00pm • Coco
(PG, 2017, Lee Unkrich, 109 mins.)
Winner of the 2017 Oscar for Best Animated Feature. A boy journeys into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors and lift a curse. Stars Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, Benjamin Bratt, Alanna Ubach, and Renee Victor.
(PG-13, 2017, Rian Johnson, 152 mins.) Rey learns the ways of the Force
from Luke Skywalker and develops a telepathic bond with Kylo Ren, who is struggling to master the Dark Side. Meanwhile, Stormtrooper-turnedResistance fighter Finn goes on a risky mission behind enemy lines. Stars Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, and John Boyega.
7:30pm • Sensitivity Training (NR, 2016, Melissa Finell, 87 mins.) Microbiologist Dr. Serena
Wolfe (Anna Lise Phillips) is great with pathogenic bacteria, but her interactions with fellow humans are strained at best. After crossing a line with a colleague, Serena is forced to undergo an attitude adjustment courtesy of perpetually perky sensitivity coach Caroline (Jill Alexander). Caroline’s sunny disposition represents everything Serena hates, but they develop an unexpected bond, each challenging the other’s defenses. LA Film Festival “Can’t Miss” –Hollywood Reporter. PRESENTED BY IMAGEOUT
Tuesday, Sept. 18
7:30pm • Baby Driver (R, 2017, Edgar Wright, 113 mins.) ASL FILM NIGHT.
A talented, young getaway driver (Ansel Elgort) relies on the beat of his personal soundtrack to be the best in the game. When he meets the girl of his dreams (Lily James), Baby sees a chance to ditch his criminal life and make a clean getaway. But after being coerced into working for a crime boss, he must face the music when a doomed heist threatens his life, love, and freedom. Also stars Kevin Spacey, Jon Bernthal, and RIT/NTID alumnus CJ Jones. Closed Captioned.
Wednesday, Sept. 19 7:30pm • Trivia City:
An Arts & Culture Quiz
A Fringe tradition now in its sixth year! Join host CITY Newspaper for an arts, culture, and all-thingsRochester trivia night in the gorgeous Spiegelgarden!
Thursday, Sept. 20
7:30pm • Like Water
for Chocolate
(R, 1992, Alfonso Arau, 114 mins.) This ground-breaking Mexi-
can film became the highest-grossing Spanish language movie in the U.S. at the time. When tradition prevents her from marrying the man she loves, a young woman discovers she has a unique talent for cooking. Stars Lumi Cavazos, Marco Leonardi, Mario Iván Martínez, Regina Torné, and Ada Carrasco. Note: This film is in Spanish with English subtitles.
Friday, Sept. 21
7:00pm • Raiders of
the Lost Ark
(PG, 1981, Steven Spielberg, 115 mins.) Megahit about intrepid
archaeologist Indiana Jones, who in 1936 is sent on a mission to locate the elusive Ark of the Covenant. The storied treasure is said to make those who possess it invincible, and the U.S. Government wants Jones to find it. Stars Harrison Ford and Karen Allen.
9:00pm • Get Out (R, 2017, Jordan Peele, 103 mins.)
Winner of the 2017 Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay (Jordan Peele). Chris and his girlfriend Rose go upstate to visit her parents for the weekend. At first, Chris reads the family’s overly accommodating behavior as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter’s interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries lead him to a truth that he never could have imagined. Stars Daniel Kaluuya and Allison Williams.
Saturday, Sept. 21
7:00pm • The Goonies
(PG, 1985, Richard Donner, 111 mins.) Classic coming-of-age story.
In an attempt to save their homes from foreclosure, a group of misfits sets out on a daring mission to find a pirate’s ancient treasure. Stars Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Jeff Cohen, Corey Feldman, and Jonathan Ke Quan.
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Monday, Sept. 17
9:00pm • Lady Bird (R, 2017, Greta Gerwig, 93 mins.)
Winner of the Golden Globes for Best Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy as well as Best Actress, Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. An eccentric teenager clashes with her mother over her plans for the future. Stars Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, and Tracy Letts.
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HEADLINER
FREE!
Gospel SUNDAY S
S
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The
most soulful, spiritual,
uplifting
experience at
Fringe!
Sing Sunday, SING. Reverend Rickey Harvey of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church hosts an afternoon of sacred song by some of Rochester’s best gospel artists. Be uplifted by Joe James and the Voices of Clouds and the inspirational glory that is Zion Hill Mass Choir under the direction of Paul Boutté. Not to be missed. A Fringe favorite for the whole family.
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MUSIC
Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall
Sunday, Sept. 16 at 2:00pm Doors: 30 mins before showtime 90 mins ALL FREE!
No tickets required. Seating is general admission and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Packed to capacity every year!
MULTIDISC.
First Federal Plaza: Top Floor
(frmly. Changing Scenes restaurant)
Saturday, Sept. 22, 12noon-12midnight ALL FREE! Now in its 10th year, ArtAwake is University of Rochesterborn, student-run, free art-and-music festival that showcases local talent in an unconventional venue. This year, the event joins Fringe and takes over the former Changing Scene restaurant in the First Federal Plaza building! View hundreds of artworks while enjoying live music throughout the noon-to-midnight event. Don’t miss afternoon fun for the whole family and a sunset cocktail party for the 21+ crowd in one of Rochester’s coolest venues.
The all-styles and break-dancing competition of the year is BACK!
DANCE
Gibbs Street
Saturday, Sept. 22 PRELIMS: 12noon-2:00pm FINALS: 3:00-4:30pm ALL
FREE to watch
Please Note: In the event of inclement weather, please look for announcements and updates at rochesterfringe.com and Fringe Social on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
The excitement, the energy, the adrenalinepumping action that is Fringe Street Beat returns to downtown Rochester for the final day of Fringe 2018. Top talent from all over the Northeast compete in 3x3 team battles to win the title of Fringe Street Beat Champions and a cash prize of $1500. From breakdancing to allstyle, teams bring their A-game to the floor for the preliminary trials leading to the final dance battle. Got moves? We’ve got just the competition for you.
GIBBS STREET
FREE!
Interested in competing? Registration: Sign-ups start NOW: rochesterfringe.com/streetbeat Remaining competing teams slots will fill starting at 11:00am day-of on Gibbs Street. $5 per team.
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GIBBS STREET
FREE!
GIBBS STREET Gibbs Street (between Main & East) will be closed to traffic for the second weekend of the festival, with FREE music on the Gibbs Street Main Stage, street performers, food trucks, vendors, beer and wine.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 5pm • The Uptown Groove A six-piece group that plays a variety of Jazz, Motown, R&B Soul, Funk, Rock, and Current Top-40 Pop, The Uptown Groove performs at venues ranging from restaurants to festivals, and from weddings to corporate functions (with the addition of an optional three-piece horn section). Each member of this Rochester band’s musical background is unique, diverse, and extensive, enabling The Uptown Groove to seamlessly span various musical genres.
6pm • A Cappella All-Stars: The
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Yellowjackets, Vocal Point & POP
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Proof of Purchase, known more casually by its alias “POP,” is Rochester Institute of Technology’s original co-ed a cappella group. Vocal Point and The YellowJackets are the University of Rochester’s all-female and all-male a cappella groups respectively. Each group will perform a short set for an evening of A CAPPELLA ALL-STARS.
7pm • A Girl Named Genny Based in Rochester, A Girl Named Genny incorporates traditional folk instruments to produce a new sound that encompasses several genres and styles. Dynamic instrumentation and upbeat melodies drive this high-energy
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Americana band, however, breaking down sets to create intimate, tender moments is always a promise. Their self-titled EP was released in April of 2017, and the group plans to release its first full-length album in May, 2018.
8:10pm • Gold Koa Combining raw and organic elements with heavily processed and synthetic textures, Gold Koa emerges with a sound that is uniquely its own. “On its [debut] single ‘Little Lost,’ the freshly formed band delivers a radio-ready gem that highlights its members’ known strengths in a glossy, electro-pop context.” –Daniel J. Kushner, CITY Newspaper. At this year’s Fringe, Gold Koa unites musicians from Los Angeles, Brooklyn, and Rochester to present a rare, full-band, live performance.
9:30pm • Roses and Revolutions An indie pop duo based out of Rochester, Roses & Revolutions is made up of singer Alyssa Coco and guitarist Matt Merritt. As members of a larger, multi-instrumental band, Coco and Merritt recognized in each other a kindred spirit and formed Roses & Revolutions. In the fall of 2016, Coco and Merritt released “The Pines,” a rallying point for fans at shows as well as online, with features at Paste, Indie Shuffle, All Things Go, Yahoo! Music, and others.
12pm • Fringe Street Beat: Prelims 3pm • Fringe Street Beat: Finals It’s BACK. The third annual Fringe Street Beat all-styles dance competition returns to downtown Rochester with regional dance crews and a live DJ. Fringe heats up for the final day. Be there. See page 41 for details.
5pm • Embers Embers is Chris Xu, Eugene Bisdikian, Mike Sananikone, and Andrew Tachine. Formed in 2014 at the Eastman School of Music, the band spent its formative years playing college festivals and venues in Rochester. Its guitar-dominated sound draws from a plethora of genres including alternative rock, prog, post-rock, and heavy metal: a molten blend that is sometimes delicate, other times visceral, and always tight, well-constructed, and powerful. Embers released its self-titled EP in July, 2018.
6pm • Seth Faergolzia’s Multibird Seth Faergolzia’s Multibird: the wild-folk project known for subtly harmonic and experimental lyricism, dynamic song structures, and whip-crack-acrobatic vocals. Celebrated as a vibrant example of what happens when a musician turns the folk genre upside down and inside out, Faergolzia has come to represent something of a genre unto himself – oft times nowhere near the folk aesthetic. His peerless oddball music has delighted and baffled audiences and critics around the world for more than two decades.
7pm • Rebecca & the Soul Shakers Featuring the powerhouse vocals of Rebecca Smith, Rebecca and the Soul Shakers serves up a tasty mix of rootsy, soul-drenched tunes.The band’s original material combines its love of all music, particularly rock-inflected roots and Southern soul music. Rebecca is joined by guitarist/husband Jim Smith, bassist RC Nobles, and the legendary Dave Salce on drums. As a live act, the Soul Shakers love to stretch out, exploring new ideas and improvising, taking their material to new heights.
8:10pm • The Saplings The Saplings: love songs, hate songs, and unavoidable fate songs. Grooves of the old, sounds of the new; of course, there are sounds of the old too. Horns – there are four, all some sort of brass. Push us from soft to full-sound in a flash. Keyboards and Rhodes, guitar, bass, and drums. Four-part R.A.D. vocals for your listening fun. Come hear our pop, like never before. Traces of rock, ska, jazz, maybe more?
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9:30pm • 1916 Hailing from upstate NY, Celtic rockers 1916 are an explosive concoction of the modern Irish Punk movement with an original mix of Psychobilly, setting 1916’s sound apart from other bands of their genre. 1916 has released four, full-length albums in the last eight years, each one building with hype and intensity: A Drop of the Pure (2012), Stand Up & Fight (2013), Last Call for Heroes (2015), and Far Beyond the Pale (2018).
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SHOWS ARE ARRANGED by genre, and then alphabetical by show title. To find a specific show, browse the Show Index on page 114, or use the “Find a Show” search at rochesterfringe.com.
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HOW TO READ THE SHOW LISTINGS Polite Ink. Sketch & Improv Presents: On The Spot MuCCC
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Witty, crazy, and just downright funny, Polite Ink. has a style that is unrepentant and never stale. ON THE SPOT includes original sketches written by the troupe and improv scenes based on audience suggestions, plus occasional singing and dancing. The show features an impressive cast of experienced local improvisers who will have you laughing until it hurts. But please take our word for it: “ON THE SPOT is the most exciting show you’ll see so far today!” YOU. WILL. LAUGH. www.politeink.com | Polite Ink. sketch & improv
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Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Tue., Sep. 18 8:30pm • Wed., Sep. 19 6pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 7pm • Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 60 mins 18+ $15; Seniors / Veterans / Students (w/ ID): $12 Winner, BEST OF FEST Award: London, Ottawa, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and Victoria Fringe Festivals. Australia’s favorite mentalist detective has arrived! Wooing crowds the world over, this hilarious gumshoe is part comedian, part mind-reader, part magician, part storyteller, and all gritty, retro 1930s film noir! Think BOARDWALK EMPIRE meets NAKED GUN meets DERREN BROWN. Based on a story by Dashiell Hammett. “Amazing” –Australian Stage. &½ “Tour de force” –London Free Press. &½ “Excellent show” –Edmonton Journal www.facebook.com/detectivedarrow Racing Sloths Productions
50 Shades Of Gay Writers & Books
Wed., Sep. 19 9pm • Thu., Sep. 20 9pm • Fri., Sep. 21 10pm • Sat., Sep. 22 8pm À 60 mins MA $15 After completely selling out his run at the 2017 Rochester Fringe, awardwinning comedian Ike Avelli brings back his HIT Adult Variety Show, 50 SHADES OF GAY! Join Ike and his fabulous guests, Recording Artist Tym Moss and Drag Superstar Viki Villainess, as they shower you with costumes, wigs, comedy, music, and most importantly: AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION + GIVEAWAYS!! www.ikeavelli.net | Robert Iacovelli
Spiegelgarden
Wed., Sep. 12 7pm • Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Fri., Sep. 14 7pm • Sat., Sep. 15 7pm • Sun., Sep. 16 7pm • Mon., Sep. 17 7pm • Wed., Sep. 19 7pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7pm • Fri., Sep. 21 7pm • Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 120 mins All Ages FREE Need directions? Desperate for dating advice? Want tomorrow’s weather forecast? Can’t remember the name of that song you have stuck in your head? Forget hightech, virtual assistants. Just ask Sori and Celexa, the keepers of
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The Bald-Faced Truth: Comedy Songs by James Harvey Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall
Fri., Sep. 14 9pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 Almost a concert, kind of a standupcomedy show, maybe a musical, THE BALD-FACED TRUTH a thrilling collision of song and satire. Armed with only a piano, acclaimed composer and lyricist James Harvey tackles such timely issues as porn addiction, the #resistance, cats, and male pattern baldness. Hilarious, thought-provoking, and full of unforgettable melodies, this show will make you wonder, “how is this not more of a thing!?” www.jamesharvey.com
Becoming Grandma Kat: One Man Show Writers & Books
Thu., Sep. 20 7pm • Sat., Sep. 22 2pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 A young man witnesses a crime and is placed in the Witness Protection Program (WITSEC). Trapped in his new persona, he faces several encounters that test his ability to keep his true identity hidden. This hilarious spoof will allow audience members to ask Grandma Kat questions about her journey in the WITSEC program. Written and performed by Keith Banks; directed by Krissy Garcia. www.facebook.com/BGKat
A Brit Of Magic Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall
Mon., Sep. 17 7pm • Tue., Sep. 18 7pm À 60 mins All Ages $10; Kids 12 And Under: $5 This high-energy, hilarious show is an interactive roller coaster ride of fun, excitement, and magic, with a twist of
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knowledge at the Ask Us Anything Booth! Armed with road maps, dictionaries, encyclopedias, tarot cards, and a ukulele, they’re proof that it doesn’t really matter if the answers are right, as long as you share them with confidence. www.facebook.com/AHappyAccidentImprov/
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British humor. You’re guaranteed to laugh and be amazed! See full reviews at ABritOfMagic.net, but to save you time, here are the Cliff Notes: “Amazing,” “Laughed so much, I cried,” “Great magic,” “Highly recommended,” “Must-see show,” “Delightful fun for the whole family,” and “Comedy and magic at its best!” www.ABritOfMagic.net | Keith Fields LLC
Bushwhacked Backyard BURIAL Spiegelgarden
Wed., Sep. 19 7pm • Thu., Sep. 20 6:30pm À 60 mins 18+ $18 (see page 34 for details)
Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB Spiegelgarden
Wed., Sep. 12 8:30pm • Fri., Sep. 14 11pm • Wed., Sep. 19 9pm • Fri., Sep. 21 10pm • Sat., Sep. 22 9pm À 30 mins 18+ $18 (see page 34 for details)
Eddie Izzard: Believe Me Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
Fri., Sep. 21 7pm À 70 mins 18+ $27-79 (see page 16 for details)
Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ Spiegelgarden
Thu., Sep. 13 6pm • Fri., Sep. 14 6pm • Sat., Sep. 15 6pm • Sun., Sep. 16 6pm • Tue., Sep. 18 6pm • Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 60 mins 13+ $18 (see page 34 for details)
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Sat., Sep. 15 1pm • Sun., Sep. 16 1pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1pm À 60 mins All Ages $20 (see page 34 for details)
EstroFest Comedy: Celebrating 20 Years of Laughs Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Sat., Sep. 15 8pm • Sun., Sep. 16 2:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 5:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 8pm À 60 mins 18+ $20 Popular sketch-comedy troupe marks its 20th anniversary and they invite you to laugh uproariously with them, as they present an over-thetop show of hilarious sketches and outrageous videos. CITY Newspaper declared, “EstroFest was a blast…laughed our heads off!” and Jack Garner said, “EstroFest gets you laughing and gets you thinking.” EstroFest is Dresden Engle, Andrea Holland, Norma Holland, Allison Roberts, and Freyda Schneider, who produce original and universal material that is often compared to SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE (… but funnier). www.estrofestlaughs.com
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Wed., Sep. 12 7pm • Sun., Sep. 16 8:30pm • Mon., Sep. 17 6:30pm • Mon., Sep. 17 6:30pm • Mon., Sep. 17 8pm • Thu., Sep. 20 8:30pm À 60 mins 13+ $15 (see page 34 for details)
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The Extraordinary Muffin Theatre Spectacular
Good Joke/Bad Joke Bingo Central Library: Rundel Arts Room (glass cube)
The Avyarium
Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Fri., Sep. 21 9pm À 60 mins All Ages $12 International performer Katherine Marino (PUSH Physical Theatre; AEMI Drama Festival, Shanghai; Fulbright Scholar) guides you through this snack-sized, dinner-theatre-ona-budget. Buckle up for one glutenpacked hour full of quirky characters, live music, and circus feats. An incredible team of variety performers promises to entertain you with this masterful medley of movement and merrymaking. One muffin per ticket.
Flower City Vaudeville’s SECOND Annual Farewell Tour
Fri., Sep. 21 9pm • Fri., Sep. 21 10pm • Fri., Sep. 21 11pm À 45 mins 13+ $10 Back by Popular Demand! Random bingo numbers determine which joke or story Shawn Wickens tells. Some are great; some are not. The audience plays along on bingo cards to win PRIZES. Some prizes are great; some are not. CRITICS’ PICKS: Rochester CITY Newspaper, Pittsburgh City Paper, Athens News, Time Out NY. shawnwickens.com | “Bad” Theater Fest
Howie Hypnotize Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall
Sat., Sep. 15 8pm À 60 mins 13+ $10
School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 2pm • Sun., Sep. 16 3pm • Thu., Sep. 20 5:15pm À 60 mins 5+ $10; Kids 12 And Under: $5 Flower City Vaudeville is back with its SECOND ANNUAL Farewell Tour! Having gotten older and sillier, but no wiser, Ted Baumhauer, Ward Hartenstein, and Richard Hughson are at it again with another brand new show – this time featuring “The Maestro” on grand piano. Their unique and wacky mix of music, circus skills, and comedy mayhem returns to the Fringe for a family-friendly and ferociously funny seventh year in a row. Come join the fun! flowercityvaudeville.com | Flower City Vaudeville
Ever wanted to be on stage at Fringe? Here’s your chance – at the HOWIE HYPNOTIZE COMEDY HYPNOSIS SHOW – the interactive experience that makes YOU the star of the show! Before each show, Howie will conduct experiments and pick willing volunteers to be hypnotized for the show. Whether you’re in the audience or on stage, you’ll be entertained and amazed. Join in the fun today! Howie Hypnotize has appeared across the Northeast, including at the Rochester and Pittsburgh Fringes. HowieHypnotize.com
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Good Catch Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Fri., Sep. 14 7pm • Sat., Sep. 15 9:30pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 Good Catch is one of New York City’s longest-running musical improv teams. Using only a suggestion from the audience, they return to the Rochester Fringe to create a fully improvised, never-before-seen, totally hilarious, original musical! Join them as they belt out spontaneous show-stopping numbers and attempt to do passable choreography. Two performances only! goodcatchcomedy.com
Sat., Sep. 15 10pm • Sun., Sep. 16 3pm À 45 mins MA $10 JESUS WAS NO SISSY is a comic storytelling show about how Good Christian Girls Who Might Be Boys Inside learn about masculinity and femininity through the wonders of The Lord’s Boot Camp (motto: Get Dirty for God, Go Lay a Brick), Christian finishing school (“From Grubby to Grace” for girls and “God’s Gentlemen” for boys) and a subscription to the Sugar Creek Gang series of Christian fiction. Written and performed by award-winning comic Kelli Dunham. www.kellidunham.com | Found Voice
Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Mon., Sep. 17 7pm • Tue., Sep. 18 8:30pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 One man. One Show. One Jimmy C. An award-winning magician who brings comedy and laughter along with magic and song, Jimmy C has entertained at thousands of functions and venues throughout New York State and the world. He excites audiences in a cabaret-style show filled with a variety of theatrical illusions in addition to music and comedy. www.jimmycmagic.com
Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary School of the Arts: Club SOTA
Thu., Sep. 13 6pm • Thu., Sep. 13 9pm • Fri., Sep. 14 6pm • Sat., Sep. 15 4pm • Sat., Sep. 15 6pm • Sun., Sep. 16 6pm À 60 mins 13+ $12 Jonathan Burns makes ordinary objects into something extraordinary! This audience-interactive variety show is a unique and hilarious exploration of the junk we have lying around our houses. Jonathan has been featured on THE LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN, THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN, PENN & TELLER: FOOL US, and was deemed “Extremely Funny” by The New York Times. comedyburns.com | Big Name Entertainment
Learning Targets School of the Arts: Club SOTA
When an elementary school teacher is called to her principal’s office, she discovers that common sense will be suspended once a new state mandate requires teachers to become fully locked and loaded. This original absurdist comedy satirizes gun violence, teacher evaluations, and our flourishing culture of complacency. Written and directed by Brad Craddock, it features the talents of Stephanie Roosa, Linda Loy, and Kate Armstrong. www.facebook.com/brad.craddock.5
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Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Fri., Sep. 14 8pm • Sat., Sep. 15 2pm À 45 mins 18+ $10 Left For Dead, a Rochester-area, improv-comedy group made up of performers who are age 50 and above, originated in 2011. With more than four centuries of life experience, this team performs short and long-form improv, stand-up, and sketch comedy. They can still chew their own food and they’ll chew yours too.
The Magic of David Anthony School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 3:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 7pm À 60 mins All Ages $18 THE MAGIC OF DAVID ANTHONY has thrilled audiences across the country. Experience cutting-edge illusions and audience participation that brings the magic up-close and personal. Anthony is the recipient of multiple international magic awards, and his performances combine exciting music and choreography with humor and mystifying magic that you’ll talk about all the way home. Instagram: @danthonymagic www.danthonymagic.com David Anthony Productions, LLC
Mo-to-the-oncle School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 6pm • Sun., Sep. 16 4pm À 60 mins 13+ $15 Last year’s Fringe favorite returns! MO-TO-THE-ONCLE is a solo comedy about a Bronx teenager who wears a monocle to school after his dad loses their vision insurance, written by and starring Melissa Cole. CITY NEWSPAPER: “Impressive.” ORLANDO WEEKLY: “A lost solo female episode of Chappelle’s Show.” BALTIMORE STYLE MAGAZINE: “Hysterical.” PITTSBURGH IN THE ROUND: “Fast-paced and idiosyncratic enough to resemble a shorter, more socially conscious Wes Anderson film.” Best Actress, 2017 Pittsburgh Fringe. Best of Fest, 2018 Orlando Fringe. www.monocleplay.com | Melissa Cole
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Not Her Again! Writers & Books
Fri., Sep. 14 10pm À 60 mins 18+ $20 An evening with Miranda Marie Sugarbaker, featuring Kevin Markman. Come for the damn show and enjoy the style, the swagger, and class that fills your heart and your soul with laughter and sass. One night only! www.facebook.com/standupfordrag/
Nuts and Bolts Comedy Improv School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 9pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 Finely-Crafted Nonsense and Performance-Grade Shenanigans since 2000. Nuts and Bolts Comedy Improv’s chosen short-form style show is built on audience suggestions that will entertain you all night. They’ve sold out shows for the past five years so don’t miss out! www.nabcomedy.com
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ing and screaming into the 21st century! They’ve opened for Piff the Magic Dragon, Puddles Pity Party, Lady Gaga’s Brian Newman, and the Alliance of Transylvanian Saxons. Come and see why they call them absolutely nuts! www.wizbangtheatre.com
Polite Ink. Sketch & Improv Presents: On The Spot MuCCC
Thu., Sep. 20 7pm À 60 mins 13+ $10; Seniors / Veterans / Students (w/ ID): $8 Witty, crazy, and just downright funny, Polite Ink. has a style that is unrepentant and never stale. ON THE SPOT includes original sketches written by the troupe and improv scenes based on audience suggestions, plus occasional singing and dancing. The show features an impressive cast of experienced local improvisers who will have you laughing until it hurts. But please take our word for it: “ON THE SPOT is the most exciting show you’ll see so far today!” YOU. WILL. LAUGH. www.politeink.com | Polite Ink. sketch & improv
Ralph Tetta - 30 Years in Comedy School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre
Fri., Sep. 14 9pm • Sun., Sep. 16 6pm À 60 mins 18+ $15
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Pinch and Squeal School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre
Fri., Sep. 14 7:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 7:30pm • Thu., Sep. 20 5:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 7:45pm • Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 60 mins 18+ $18 Clichéd sentimentality, kamikaze alcoholism, and old-wheeze jokes – these two knock out songs you wish you didn’t love, tell jokes you wish you couldn’t laugh at, and ply even worse magic. A modern twist on comedy duos throughout history, Pinch and Squeal shove vaudeville kick-
Ralph Tetta is a stand-up comic from Rochester, NY, who has lived the comedy life! Starting out at Yuk Yuk’s 30 years ago, Ralph became the house MC at the Comix Cafe, performed with Joey & Maria’s Comedy Wedding, The Inner Loop Improv Troupe, and was even part of the George Carlin tour! Come celebrate 30 years of comedy with Ralph as he shows you why critics have called him original, energetic, and possessing a warehouse of rich material! www.ralphtetta.com | Ralph Tetta
RIT Improv The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 180 mins 13+ FREE RIT Improv performs improvised comedy for everyone. No script necessary – what you see has never happened before and will never happen again! You’ll laugh; you’ll cry (from laughing)! You’ll give us sugges continues on page 52
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tions that influence our performances! Our three performing troupes – BrainWreck, Improvessionals, and Work-In-Progress – will be sure to knock your socks off. www.facebook.com/ritimprov/?ref=br_rs Sponsored by RIT
Shotspeare
Fri., Sep. 14 9pm • Sat., Sep. 15 9pm • Thu., Sep. 20 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 6pm À 60 mins 18+ $12
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Wed., Sep. 19 9:15pm • Thu., Sep. 20 9:15pm • Fri., Sep. 21 9:15pm • Sat., Sep. 22 9:15pm À 80 mins MA $21-141 (increases 9/1) ( 9/20)
Show of Farce - A Comedy of Errors MuCCC
Sun., Sep. 16 7pm • Sat., Sep. 22 8:30pm À 50 mins All Ages $15 Lights, Laughter, Action! Do you ever have the perfect scenario for dropping idioms or puns into a conversation? Come watch our less-than-clever investigator as he meanders through a criminal investigation. Our intrepid gumshoe avoids the perils of the English language to ultimately stumble upon his man. Accusations won’t be the only thing flying in this fast-paced parody. The laughs come with the fast and furious play on words from the mind of Jim Harney. James Harney Enterprises
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be howling with laughter and only want more! Coach: Hilary Bluestein-Lyons. www.mjtstages.com \ A Magical Journey Thru Stages
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STAND-UP THROUGH THE AGES is back with a new comedy showcase featuring performers in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, and even 70’s! After watching their individual performances back to back, you’ll realize they have nothing – and everything – in common. Enjoy the wit of comics like Kara Maillie, Charlie Frusci, Bob Holzwarth, Dan Mulcahy, Phyllis Reed, and more. When Fringe 2019 rolls around, you’ll still be remembering how hard you laughed!
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Wed., Sep. 12 8:30pm À 50 mins All Ages $5 Join Will Shakespeare’s cousin Phil as he presents a hilarious but informative look at the world of Elizabethan theater through games, puppets, songs, and audience participation.
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The Sammich: An Evening of Improvised Theatre The Avyarium
Mon., Sep. 17 9pm • Fri., Sep. 21 4pm À 55 mins 13+ $10
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Sat., Sep. 15 11:30am • Sun., Sep. 16 1:30pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 Produced by A Magical Journey Thru Stages, Stages of the Game Teen Improv Troupe goes for the gut. Enjoy a hilarious outburst of improvisational comedy performed by some of the brightest (and slightly twisted) teen minds in the Rochester area. Bring the whole family for this fast-paced, interactive show. Audience participation is encouraged, so let your goofy ideas tag along too. By the end of the explosive hour, you’ll
The cast of SkittleFit has been performing its unique brand of improvised comedy since 2013. In addition to regular shows at the Salt City Improv Theatre in Syracuse, they’ve performed at festivals and events including the Albany Improv Festival and the Del Close Marathon in NYC. SkittleFit will be performing the company’s original form known as “The Sammich.” With multiple layers of delicious hilarity, The Sammich is a high-energy, five-act, improvised comedy. Sometimes twisted, often weird, always funny. Salt City Improv
School of the Arts: Club SOTA
Thu., Sep. 13 7:30pm • Fri., Sep. 14 7:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 7:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 7:30pm • Wed., Sep. 19 7:30pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 7:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 7:30pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 The freshest comedy show at Fringe! Comedian and broadcaster Woody Battaglia curates and hosts a hilarious showcase featuring the best of Rochester’s up-andcoming comedy talent. Each night spotlights a different group of funny folks guaranteed to keep the laughs coming. Don’t miss your chance to catch these talented newcomers. See one, then come back for more! Woody Battaglia Comedy
Tom Willard: A Comedian You’ve Never Heard Of Writers & Books
Wed., Sep. 12 7pm À 50 mins 18+ $10 Tom Willard started doing standup comedy in 2016 at the age of 58. Having gone deaf while growing up, he talks and signs in his act. He’s performed at more than 25 venues in 10 cities including Toronto and NYC. He doesn’t expect to become the next Jerry Seinfeld, but “plenty of comedians you’ve never heard of make a good living in comedy, and so that’s my goal, to become one of those comedians you’ve never heard of.” www.tomwillard.com
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Tue., Sep. 18 8pm • Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 60 mins 13+ $12 Shhhhhhh. Listen... do you want to know a secret? Well, the Unleashed! improvisers sure do. This is your chance to share your deepest, darkest, weirdest secrets ANONYMOUSLY, and then watch the Unleashed! team bring them to life on stage, in front of everyone! And if you’re too shy to share, you can get a good laugh at everyone else’s expense! www.unleashedimprov.com | Unleashed! Improv
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Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Fri., Sep. 14 5:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 2:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 8pm À 60 mins 13+ $15 When two of the most creative guys in the underground magic world get together, you’re in for a special night. Written, invented, and performed by George Tait and Keith Fields, this original show will leave you saying ‘WHAT!?’ One minute, you’ll be laughing your socks off and the next, you’ll be wondering how they do it. They do it by telling the truth! www.KeithFields.com/what | Keith Fields LLC
You are No Match for Me Writers & Books
Sun., Sep. 16 1pm • Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À 30 mins 18+ $10 They say you need to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince. Well, Erin has had her fair share of frogs. For a look inside the sometimes hilarious (and sometimes hideous) world of online dating, join Erin for her highlight reel of the last five years. Finding the perfect match is a lot of work. Written and performed by Erin Julian. www.facebook.com/erin.julian.750
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A Touch of Dance: RICOCHET Village Gate: Second Floor Atrium
A Touch of Dance Performing Arts Studio presents RICOCHET, an exciting performance in the “prism” style, where the action “richochets” from stage to stage in a journey of seamless transitions between different styles of dance and vocals. atouchofdance.com
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Sun., Sep. 16 12pm • Sun., Sep. 16 6pm À 60 mins 5+ $12 DeLucia-Benson Dance is a modern dance company based in NYC. Artistic Director Erin DeLuciaBenson, a Rochester native, has danced professionally in NYC for 14 years. This new work, ELEMENTAL ENORMITY, is an exploration of movement, music, sound, and materials that contrasts the ordinary and the extraordinary and offers unexpected visual displays of artistry. Full of athleticism and grace, this work is exciting, complicated, thought-provoking, authentic, and uniquely moving. www.deluciabensondance.com DeLucia-Benson Dance
Sun., Sep. 16 3pm À 50 mins 13+ $10 To celebrate their silver jubilee, choreographers Ornelas and MacFarlane will present new dances and renew their wedding vows, with the Rev. John W. Borek officiating. Enjoy multi-layered dance theater works that use sound, text, and props to explore characters and stories. Plus, a festive ceremony and cake for all! Save the date!
Echoes of Africa Central Library: Kate Gleason Auditorium
Fri., Sep. 21 9pm • Fri., Sep. 21 10:30pm À 60 mins All Ages $10
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Sun., Sep. 16 2pm • Sun., Sep. 16 7:30pm À 30 mins All Ages FREE
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One night, one venue, two shows!! Join the Sankofa African Dance and Drum Ensemble as they present ECHOES OF AFRICA, a production of Traditional and Contemporary African drum and dance. This high-energy, dynamic, and musically enriching communal event takes the audience on a cultural tour through the countries of the Caribbean, Ivory Coast, and Guinea. Come enjoy the songs, the rhythms, and the live percussion in a celebration of life and culture of the African Diaspora in this one-night affair. jeniseanthonydance.com Sankofa African Dance & Drum Ensemble
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Elemental Guardians: A Superhero Cirque Story School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 11am • Sat., Sep. 15 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 11am À 50 mins All Ages $15 Saving the planet is not always an easy task for four heroes. Together they embody the four primal elements and protect earth from evil. As a villainous duo approaches earth to steal their elemental powers, the heroes must prepare for an epic battle. Watch the story unfold as they fly on silk fabrics, twirl inside aerial hoops, and perform jaw-dropping acrobatics. Can the heroes set aside their differences and unite to save earth from total destruction? Fun for all ages. www.AerialArtsRochester.com Aerial Arts of Rochester
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ographer. During their final rehearsal, the cast goes through the rigorous, lightning-quick, show-stopping numbers set to classic, infectious jazz recordings. “The dancers can’t help but smile,” praised The New Yorker. “Riotous razzle-dazzle entertainment,” says Backstage. GwirtzmanDance on Instagram and Facebook. www.gwirtzmandance.org/encore Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company
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Sat., Sep. 22. À PRELIMS: 12pm2pm • FINALS: 3pm-4:30pm All Ages FREE (see page 41 for details)
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Sat., Sep. 22 10:30am À 60 mins 13+ $8 Rochester’s Mayhem Dance and New Jersey-based Format Dance join forces for an evening of arresting physicality and thought-provoking choreography. Curated by Artistic Directors Marissa Aucoin and Caitlin E. Mahon, this concert will feature work by the companies as well as several guest choreographers from both states. Audiences are invited to engage with a diverse body of works – ranging from multimedia performance art to politically charged works of dance theater – that are sure to ignite and inspire. www.marissaaucoin.org/fringe
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Sat., Sep. 22 3:45pm À 15 mins All Ages FREE Gajjda Bhangra is a dance team from SUNY Geneseo that specializes in Bhangra, an energetic, exciting, and upbeat style of Indian dance. The team presents Bhangra as both a culture and a style of dance at oncampus workshops, performances, competitions, and festivals, in order to promote and contribute to a diverse and multi-faceted community. Experience the beauty and power of modern Bhangra in fun show that you won’t want to miss!
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A must-see event! Frazee is an emerging local choreographer and these performances will showcase his choreographic repertoire and movement diversity. Ranging from solo to group works, older favs to new creations, modern dance aesthetics to underlying tones of classical ballet, and varying concepts ranging from exploring masculinity to family dynamics – there’s a little something for everyone. Follow us on Instagram @frazeefeetdance and see what we’re up to.
Garth Fagan Dance Garth Fagan Dance Studio
Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Fri., Sep. 14 7pm • Sat., Sep. 15 2pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7pm • Fri., Sep. 21 7pm • Sat., Sep. 22 2pm À 60 mins 5+ $20 Relish new works and savor spectacular, critically acclaimed revivals during six performances at Garth Fagan Dance Studios. Get up close and personal with Tony and Olivier Award-winner Garth Fagan and Bessie Award-winner Norwood Pennewell, as well as Saturday Matinees with The Garth Fagan Dance Student Ensemble. “Fagan’s dances are perhaps the most profound and original in contemporary dance today.” –Robert Johnson, The Star-Ledger. www.garthfagandance.org
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Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Sat., Sep. 15 11am • Sun., Sep. 16 11am À 60 mins All Ages $5 A surefooted ‘hoofer’ time-steps through a tap dance retrospective. Cheryl Johnson will perform a ‘song & dance’ travelogue of her experiences from: touring dance companies, pioneering MTV, TV specials, nightclubs, a Country & Western band, Bach festivals, and musical theatre. The program includes guest appearances by Katherine Kramer (a 2018 American Tap Dance Foundation Hoofer Award Honoree), pianist Richard DeLaney (Director of The Mambo Kings), and other surprise musical guests. www.cjgroovin.com | cjgroovin
Obstacles School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Fri., Sep. 21 7:15pm À 60 mins 13+ $15 Obstacle: Something that blocks one’s way or prevents or hinders progress. Facing these barriers is part of the human experience. Take an intimate look at the challenges and emotions one may experience when finding the strength to confront the obstacle ahead. www.mossadance.com | Mossa Dance
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Playing with Potential: Expanding the Irish Dance Tradition School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Merged VI Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Wed., Sep. 19 7:30pm • Thu., Sep. 20 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 2:30pm À 60 mins All Ages $12 International choreographers James Hansen and Heather Roffe return to Geva Theatre Center for MERGED 6. A regular CITY Newspaper Critics’ Fringe Pick, this collaboration blends physically exciting, professional dance with multi-media elements, resulting in choreography that is simultaneously thought-provoking to seasoned dance viewers and accessible to first-time audiences. CITY has written: “…new and fresh, yet it was still accessible and, at times, even poignant;” “I was captivated by... some very exciting dancing;” “I was moved to tears.” heather-roffe.squarespace.com/news-roffe/ Heather Roffe Dance | Assemblage Dance
Moments of Gold Sat., Sep. 22 3:30pm À 45 mins 5+ $10 MOMENTS OF GOLD highlights some of the repertory of Madeline Kurtz and her company, MKrep. Her choreographic research focuses on the overlaps between competitive and concert dance, ultimately employing humor, sung/spoken text, and virtuosic movement vocabulary to both poke fun at and highlight the ways in which these two facets of the field can collide and coexist. www.madelinekurtz.com | MKrep.
PLAYING WITH POTENTIAL: EXPANDING THE IRISH DANCE TRADITION is an investigation of how traditional Irish dance can exist and thrive within a contemporary context. This show unearths the unique choreographic potential of Irish dance through fusion and collaboration, and is energetic, athletic, intricate, theatrical, and detail-oriented. It’s progressive with a traditional foundation, and breaks down barriers between dance forms. Whether you are well-versed in Irish culture or not, this show will excite, intrigue, and fascinate.
PUSH Physical Theatre School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 7pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7pm • Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 60 mins All Ages $18 Before heading off on yet another national tour, Rochester’s PUSH Physical Theatre treats Fringe audiences to highlights from a stunning season that included world-premiere collaborations with the RPO and the Ying Quartet. Excerpts from those performances, plus fan favs from the awardwinning company’s 18 years, AND a sneak peek at some new PUSH performers make the seventh Fringe appearance by these masters of motion theatre a must-see event. www.pushtheatre.org
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the many faces it has – is the common denominator. hettiebarnhill.com | Movement & Characters
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Fri., Sep. 14 11pm • Sat., Sep. 15 11pm • Fri., Sep. 21 11pm • Sat., Sep. 22 11pm À 180 mins 18+ $12 (increases on 9/1) (see page 28 for details)
Tango Experience Memorial Art Gallery: M&T Ballroom
Thu., Sep. 13 7pm À 60 mins 5+ $15 Tango with Rochester City Ballet, one night only! RCB previews its new tango-based ballet for you in the intimate MAG ballroom. Then, the audience gets up to dance! All audience members who wish to dance will join the professional dancers for an Argentine-tango lesson, with a chance to take a turn around the ballroom. A tango instructor will be on hand and a partner is not required. rochestercityballet.org | Rochester City Ballet
The Head Of The Table School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Wed., Sep. 19 7:15pm À 60 mins 18+ $15
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A new work through the eyes of choreographer, Broadway performer, and new professor at Nazareth College: Hettie Barnhill. A Choreo-play, THE HEAD OF THE TABLE uses movement to sculpt the stories of nine individuals in this theatrical performance. Through dance, we see how each character is connected to the next, as they sit at a table where abuse – and
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Sat., Sep. 22 5pm À 60 mins 13+ $15 Local artist Corinne Fallone paints a massive, 25-foot-wide masterpiece right before your eyes. Fallone choreographs talented local dancers to perform a contemporary/jazz piece that tells a story of her creative process as an artist. Listen to a musical crescendo and see her spectacular painting illusion emerge into an interactive masterpiece. Inspired by the art of paint and movement, this performance will color your world and leave you on the edge of your seat! www.cafcreations.com | CAF Creations
View From Here School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Thu., Sep. 13 5:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 5pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 Dance-makers Rose Pasquarello Beauchamp and Tammy Carrasco address various vantage points of spectatorship, framing perspective through integrated elements of choreography, design, and projection. The work’s collaborative landscape features movement that ranges from vibrant athleticism to quiet subtly, creating and demolishing space between performers, audience, and ideas that coexist within the work. Pasquarello Beauchamp and Carrasco – internationally recognized dance artists – bring expertise and innovation to a theatrical dance event that is cutting-edge, imaginative, and accessible to a wide range of viewers. www.rosepasquarellobeauchamp.org | Wild Best Dance
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Sat., Sep. 15 10am • Sun., Sep. 16 12pm À 45 mins All Ages $15 Wildlife Educators Coalition (WEC) presents AMAZING EXOTIC ANIMALS: Up Close and Personal! We’ll showcase three animals per show, and you’ll learn all about the species and how each became a beloved member of WEC. Hear about a “day in the life” of each animal, including feeding, exercising, playing, sleeping, unusual habits, and favorite antics. You’ll want to see both shows! Check us out at Facebook. com/wildlife. educators. coalition, and follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @rocwildlife. www.rocwildlife.com | Wildlife Educators Coalition (WEC)
Broccolo Ladybug Bonanza Spiegelgarden
Sat., Sep. 22 3pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE
Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show School of the Arts: Club SOTA
Sat., Sep. 15 12pm • Sat., Sep. 15 2pm • Sun., Sep. 16 12pm • Sun., Sep. 16 2pm • Sat., Sep. 22 12pm • Sat., Sep. 22 2pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 Jimmy C is a world-renowned, awardwinning magician who entertains kids and adults alike. He travels around the world from New York to China and back again, delighting audiences wherever he visits. Jimmy C’s “KIDS ARE MAGIC” SHOW features the kids – they become the stars! His high-energy, interactive show is packed full of exciting magic, the silliest of comedy, and lots of song and dance. Even your inner child will smile! www.jimmycmagic.com | Jimmy C Magic
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Amazing Exotic Animals
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Performances all eleven days of Fringe, with family-friendly Saturday matinees: Sat., Sep. 15 2:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1pm À 90 mins 13+ (evenings) / 5+ (matinees) $22-189 (increases 9/1) ( 9/20) (see page 22 for details)
Pumpkin Painting Spiegelgarden
Sat., Sep. 22 12pm-3pm All Ages FREE (see page 35 for details)
Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre
Disco Kids Sat., Sep. 15 12:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 11am À 60 mins All Ages $6 (see page 29 for details)
Kid-happy shows all 11 days of Fringe! Look for the family-friendly age ranges (All Ages, 5+) throughout this guide!
This hilarious comedy combines the tales of “The Three Little Pigs” and “Little Red Riding Hood” with a ravenous wolf stuck between them! Children and adults will delight in the whirlwind antics of the three pigs, a French-Canadian woodsman, and Cornelius B.B. Wolf, who might actually get something to eat if he doesn’t keep blowing things away. Kids and adults will love the allyouth cast from Last Fool Productions, who brought REALLY ROSIE to Blackfriars for Fringe 2017. Last Fool Productions
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Sun., Sep. 16 8pm • Mon., Sep. 17 8pm À 60 mins All Ages $12 Lush contemporary dance, opera, and media projection create a new way of seeing the majestic Lyric Theater. This all-new panoply directed by Missy Pfohl Smith will surprise audiences with eye-popping visuals that shed new light on opera, history, and performance. From the creators of the sold-out shows ANOMALY and LABYRINTH at the Strasenburgh Planetarium, ARIA will be performed by BIODANCE, fivebyfive chamber ensemble, and media projection artist W. Michelle Harris. biodance.org | BIODANCE / Missy Pfohl Smith
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Now in its 10th year, ArtAwake is University of Rochester-born, studentrun, free art-and-music festival that showcases local talent in an unconventional venue. This year, the event joins Fringe and takes over the former Changing Scene restaurant in the First Federal Plaza building! View hundreds of artworks while enjoying live music throughout the noon-to-midnight event. Don’t miss afternoon fun for the whole family and a sunset cocktail party for the 21+ crowd in one of Rochester’s coolest venues. artawake.org
Beyond Rochester: Which Fringe is Next Writers & Books
Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À 60 mins 13+ $15 What happens when a poet dances to music created by a visual artist, or a rapper paints while a dancer recites poetry? ART AS VOICE: THE COLLAGE encourages the audience to see not only art, but also communication in a different way. Each artist will use a plethora of mediums – such as music, dance, spoken word, visual art, etc. – to convey his or her message in personal, social, political, and spiritual aspects.
Sat., Sep. 22 10am À 60 mins 18+ FREE For Participant Pass holders/ prospective shows only, please. (see page 12 for details)
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Wed., Sep. 12 9pm • Thu., Sep. 13 9pm • Sat., Sep. 15 8pm À 45 mins 18+ $10 Songwriter Victory and comedian Tripoli (TripVictory) host an interactive performance showcase, inviting a fellow Fringe performer to join them. Each presents a piece of their art – a song, a joke, a dance. After each performance piece, the audience becomes a part of the show by asking questions, proposing critiques, and offering their perspectives. Every show is different! lissvictory.com | TripVictory
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A Fool’s Odyssey The Avyarium
Thu., Sep. 13 9pm • Fri., Sep. 14 4pm • Sat., Sep. 15 4pm • Sun., Sep. 16 7pm À 60 mins 13+ $12 A comic/dramatic performance inspired by Homer’s classic tale, THE ODYSSEY. Mr. Tyson presents a oneman show about a “fool” who must overcome his own hubris, the deceits and villainy of others, and even death itself. In other words, it’s a story we can all relate to! Borrowing from the worlds of theatre, stand-up comedy, and magic, this fast-paced production shows us that no matter how rough the storm, there is a way home. www.davidtysontheatre.com
FRANKENSTEIN BEMSHI! Writers & Books
Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 60 mins 13+ $7 The 1910 horror film, FRANKENSTEIN, mixes and mashes with original libretto, music, soundscape, and poetry in a real-time performance by Dave Esposito (a.k.a. Solomon Ramada) and G. E. Schwartz. FRANKENSTEIN BEMSHI! is a tale of science, mysticism, and dark mystery that speaks to the challenges of technology and life itself, while bringing to life this story for its 200th anniversary! Word Consortium
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Sat., Sep. 15 3pm À 120 mins MA $10 (see page 37 for details)
The Hooperellas Spectacular! Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Sat., Sep. 15 5pm À 60 mins 18+ $15 THE HOOPERELLAS SPECTACULAR! is a unique variety show featuring flow-art choreography, burlesque and modern dance, live musical performances, poetry, slapstick comedy, and more! Known for their raw, energetic, and sometimes acrobatic choreography, the Hooperellas incorporate a variety of props – including aerial Lyra. Things could get raunchy when you step into their silent film and are transported to the enchanting world of the Hooperellas! Find them on Facebook and Instagram @hooperellas. www.facebook.com/hooperellas Hooperellas Entertainment LLC
Invoking Justice Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Sat., Sep. 15 1pm • Sat., Sep. 22 6:30pm À 60 mins 13+ $15; Seniors / Veterans / Students (w/ ID): $12 Consider this your jury summons. Enter a world of the Trickster’s creation, where YOU will decide the fate of Justice. Weighing the evidence set forth by both the prosecution and the defense, will you find Justice innocent or guilty? INVOKING JUSTICE is an otherworldly, interactive work of dance theater that explores the failure of our justice system to balance the scales, and our individual and collective responsibilities to balance ourselves and our communities while recognizing our inherent unity and inter-connectedness. www.KineoLab.org | KineoLab
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A Jazz Musician Walks Into a Comics Shop Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Wed., Sep. 19 6pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 “A phenomenal work from a powerhouse of a talent.” –Anon Magazine. Based on INSTRUMENTAL, a 224-page graphic novel with an accompanying soundtrack. Eastman graduate (‘13 DMA) Dr. Dave Chisholm is the author, illustrator, composer, and performer of this ambitious and powerful work. The live soundtrack performance is accompanied by a slideshow of art from the book, creating an immersive multimedia experience! The musicians are: Dave Chisholm (trumpet), Colin Gordon (saxophone), Matt Curlee (keyboard), Dave Kluge (bass), and Matt Bevan-Perkins (drums). www.davechisholmmusic.com/dave-chisholm-instrumental-epk
The Kitchen Revue and Other Enticing Treats School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
camera; you bring your awesome self. You’ll create beautiful images to download when you get home. rochester.makerfaire.com | Rochester Mini Maker Faire
Mad-Liberation Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Thu., Sep. 20 8pm • Fri., Sep. 21 8pm À 60 mins 13+ $15 Jamie Graham and Amy Larimer started out as classically-trained professional dancers. After a battery of studies in improv comedy and physical theater, they are now the Raving Jaynes – a dynamic duo mixing dance, improv, and physical theater to tell entirely improvised stories. They hail from NYC, have performed at festivals around the world, and have been called the “real deal: sharp, witty, gorgeous, and utterly unique!” (Dance Enthusiast). Woo hoo! Remember, nothing is choreographed and nothing is scripted! Facebook. com/theravingjaynes, @ravingjaynes. www.theravingjaynes.com | The Raving Jaynes
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Sun., Sep. 16 1pm • Wed., Sep. 19 5:30pm À 60 mins 5+ $10 A wonderful romp for all ages, THE KITCHEN REVUE AND OTHER ENTICING TREATS, is an artful melting pot of music and dance! Audiences witness the dancing merriment and mischief of kitchen utensils as they simmer through Bohuslav Martinu’s jazzy score. Roald Dahl’s classic, Dirty Beasts, follows with captivating narrative performed by Eastman’s James VanDemark. The premiere of It All Boils Down, choreographed by Anne Wilcox to Claude Bolling’s Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano concludes this dance and music journey. www.presenttensedance.org Anne Harris Wilcox and Jeremy Vigil
Light Painting Experience Parcel 5
Fri., Sep. 14 5pm-10pm • Sat., Sep. 15 5pm-10pm All Ages FREE Let your creativity shine! Join the Maker Faire Rochester Crew in our special photo booth, where you can actually paint with light! We’ll bring LEDs, lightsabers, blinkies, and
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Now & Then MuCCC
Fri., Sep. 14 6:30pm À 70 mins 13+ $15 When Now meets Then. Ever wondered how people in a Now time would have been in a Then time? NOW & THEN explores a possibility, soul stirringly. Come laugh, cry, wonder why, and be surprised throughout now and then. Written/ Directed by Grace Flores. Starring: J Claud Stewart ii, Calvin Nicholson, Matthew Posh, Vanessa Ryland, Erica Griffin, Renee Cobbs-Hill, Mya Hill, Elizabeth Anthony, Brandon White, Sherice Barnes, Starr Buntley, Latrell Hall, Eddie English, Michael Anthony, Kat Davis, Larry Singleton, Marlena Sain. RAPIER
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Out of Sync: Kaleidoscope The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 15 8:15pm À 45 mins All Ages FREE OUT OF SYNC is a unique audiovisual experience that combines abstract art, avant-garde film, and experimental music. Charles Miller layers film and video loops together while creating evolving soundscapes on an analog, modular system in an improvised, live performance that never repeats itself. www.instagram.com/grebbenspace | Sponsored by RIT
Parents & Children, Husbands & Wives: It’s All Relatives
Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À 60 mins 18+ FREE For Participant Pass holders/ prospective shows only, please. (see page 12 for details)
Trivia City: An Arts & Culture Quiz Spiegelgarden
Wed., Sep. 19 7:30pm À 90 mins 18+ FREE A Fringe tradition now in its sixth year! Join host CITY Newspaper for an arts, culture, and all-thingsRochester trivia night in the gorgeous Spiegelgarden!
Thu., Sep. 13 8:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 4pm • Wed., Sep. 19 9pm À 60 mins 5+ $15; Students (w/ ID): $12 Acclaimed storyteller Penny Sterling (SPY IN THE HOUSE OF MEN) teams up with musicians Mike and Mel Muscarella (Violet Mary) to present songs and stories about their relatives. It’s an evening of tales about the people they love, told with humor, poignancy, and great music. And maybe a little wine. Okay, maybe MORE than a little wine. penny-sterling.com | Penny For Your Thoughts
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Fri., Sep. 21 7pm À 45 mins 5+ $12 Poetry | Motion. Languages collide in this unique performance simultaneously performed with voice and movement. Creator Jonathan Lowery brings a career of movement and classical acting to the forefront as he navigates the frontiers of how our actions and words can speak with one voice.
WORLD MUSIC & YOGA BALLET Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 15 12pm • Sun., Sep. 16 2pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 WORLD MUSIC & YOGA BALLET is a unique, world-class music and ballet show. Timeless ballet is mixed with and performed in the Yin Yoga tradition of slow, steady, peaceful movements. The music combines Indian, Middle Eastern, and Classical instruments with vocal chorus and dance. Alto flute and Celtic 34-string harp play the live, lead melodies. Underneath, the binaural beats provide Gamma and Theta amplified sound frequencies by JS Epperson, recorded by Dave Anderson and Andy Calabrese. Director and choreographer: Heather Roffe TOMMYGRAVINO.US TOMMY GRAVINO & MARY MONROE
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RALPH TETTA: 30 YEARS OF COMEDY A 1-hour stand-up show with the best material and stories from his 30 years in the business.
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Friday Sept 14th • 9:00 PM Sunday Sept 16th • 6:00 PM 18+ SHOWS; TICKETS: $15 | RALPHTETTA.COM
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1916 Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 9:30pm À 75 mins All Ages FREE (see page 43 for details)
GenJam is computer software that evolves its musical ideas in real time, it’s spontaneous, responsive, and definitely on the fringe. igm.rit.edu/~jabics/GenJam.html | Sponsored by RIT
Allison Leah Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 10:15pm À 30 mins All Ages FREE
A Cappella All-Stars: The Yellowjackets, Vocal Point & POP Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Fri., Sep. 21 6pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE (see page 42 for details)
Allison Leah is a singer/songwriter based in New York City. Her debut EP, FLY HOME, was released on June 7, 2018 (available on iTunes and Spotify). Allison Leah’s music has been called “elegantly written and relatable” and has pop and folk influences. Catch up with Allison on Facebook: facebook. com/allison.leah.alt; Twitter: @allisonleah, and Instagram: @allisonleahmusic. www.allisonleahmusic.com | Sponsored by SUNY Geneseo
The Annual Bill Destler and Rebecca Johnson Show The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 15 5pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE
After Hours – A Cappella Hour
Bill Destler and Rebecca Johnson offer traditional and contemporary folk music. Come sing along!
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Get excited for After Hours A Cappella, known for their unique arrangements and energy-filled shows. Popular with audiences of all ages, this all-gender a cappella group from the University of Rochester performs a wide range of genres. Whether your tastes include classics, pop, rock, or even electronic dance music, After Hours has a song for you! urafterhours.org
Al Biles and GenJam The Little: Café
Fri., Sep. 21 6pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE Al Biles and GenJam play jazz, which doesn’t sound fringy. Well, the music may be straight-ahead, but the band is far-out. Al (a human trumpet player) and GenJam (the Genetic Jammer) improvise on tunes ranging from swing and bop to Latin and pop. Al and GenJam listen and reply to each other, but since
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B2, performing classic acoustic rock and originals The Little: Café
Fri., Sep. 14 6pm À 90 mins 13+ FREE Bill Dresnack and Evan Blaine, performing as “B2,” play acoustic originals and songs by Neil Young, Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, and other popular artists. www.facebook.com/B2.musicians/ | Sponsored by RIT
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School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 5:15pm À 60 mins All Ages $15 A longtime staple of Rochester theatre performances and exciting, educational school assemblies, Ball in the House is back with an exhilarating show that is sure to MOVE ya! This a cappella fusion of soul, R&B, and pop styles spans the classics to the music of today, and has delighted audiences of all ages across the U.S. and abroad. Be sure to join this superb quintet for a night of powerful vocals and family-friendly fun! www.ballinthehouse.com
Sat., Sep. 15 5pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE Chris Eves and the New Normal blur the lines between rock, funk, and blues with a healthy dose of jam band influences. Thoughtful lyrics blend seamlessly with solid roots-rock riffs, pop sensibilities and catchy hooks. Based out of Syracuse, the band has shared the stage with such diverse artists as the Zac Brown Band, Jon Fishman of Phish, Turkuaz, Gov’t Mule, Cheap Trick, Gregg Allman, and many others.
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Bill Dresnack, Original Songs on the Spectrum of Emotions, and Maybe Some Surprise Covers The Little: Café
Fri., Sep. 21 8pm • Sat., Sep. 22 6:30pm À 60 mins 18+ FREE Original songs on guitar and harmonica to make you laugh and me cry. Songs of love and heartache, and self-deprecation, and craziness, and a strange outlook on life. Some cover songs are possible. Styles include rock, pop, country, a little blues, maybe 50s rock and roll, even a capella. You will not be able to avoid smiling or even laughing at me...I mean with me. Sponsored by RIT
Sat., Sep. 15 7pm À 50 mins All Ages FREE “We had to become a new band,” says Joe Killian, drummer from the Philadelphia foursome, Cold Fronts. The process by which the garage rock outfit evolved since its 2015 album, FOREVER WHATEVER, was an active meditation on collaboration, kinship, and reflection. With its sophomore, full-length FANTASY DU JOUR out April 20th on Sire Records, the band – Craig Almquist (vocals/guitar), Max Steen (guitar), Alex Luquet (bass), and Killian – strikes a balance between vulnerability and rambunctiousness, reflection, and declaration.
Color and Light: Celebrating Sondheim Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
The Brick City Singers Sat., Sep. 22 3pm À 30 mins All Ages FREE Active on campus since 1999, the RIT Brick City Singers (lovingly referred to as BCS) have been defying borders, crossing genres, and pushing the limits on stage with entertaining performances that leave audiences wanting more. With a broad repertoire, wacky antics, amusing skits, and just a bit of class, BCS is a force to be reckoned with. brickcitysingers.org | Sponsored by RIT
Sondheim has been a passion of Rochester native Leah Creary since her days at Westminster Choir College, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Theater. She is excited to share her favorite Sondheim pieces with Fringe audiences with the help of guest performers and pianist Alexandra Barbato. Sondheim fans in particular will appreciate selections ranging from “That’ll Show Him” to “Unworthy of Your Love” to “I Remember.”
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Wed., Sep. 19 7pm À 60 mins 13+ $12
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Cottage Street The Avyarium
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Tue., Sep. 18 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 Cottage Street is a band born in Rochester, consisting of Eric Andersen, Nathan Andersen, and Lucas Smith. The trio creates genuine, sincere lyrical content and folky instrumentation that features saxophone, guitar, funk percussion, and sweet vocal harmonies. Cottage Street’s music has both exciting and contemplative moments. The band has been writing music for ten years, and is excited to play its first Fringe this year! facebook.com/cottagestreetband
The Crooked North Parcel 5
Fri., Sep. 14 5pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE The Crooked North is an acoustic, Americana string band that features some of the top bluegrass players in Western New York. They capture the high energy of new a generation of modern bluegrass, the gritty soul of great American songwriting, and the Rust Belt ethos of their hometown. The music maintains a deep commitment to the bluegrass tradition while infusing a modern twist and a dark edge. Their compelling sound features haunting harmonies, vivid storytelling, and unexpected arrangements.
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Sat., Sep. 15 7pm À 45 mins All Ages FREE Desert Rhythms will take you on a magic carpet ride! This whirlwind journey of belly dance will dazzle you with swirling veils and dueling swords, and amaze you with sinuous movements to breathtaking choreography. Desert Rhythms has developed a unique style, fusing Turkish and American belly dance, that is the culmination of its 30-year history. This memorable performance is sure to thrill and excite all ages. www.desert-rhythms.com Desert Rhythms Belly Dance Troupe | Sponsored by RIT
Sat., Sep. 15 7pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 What happens when the 13-member Dave Rivello Ensemble plugs in? DRE|RED! Sharp angles contrasted with smooth textures combine with dynamic solos to create an evening of continuous color. This performance features all newly composed music by Dave Rivello, specifically created for Fringe 2018. Come and get lost in DRE|RED!
Eastman Percussion Ensemble: Steve Reich’s DRUMMING Eastman School of Music: Sproull Atrium at Miller Center
Sat., Sep. 22 3pm • Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 The Eastman Percussion Ensemble will perform Steve Reich’s epic and revolutionary work, DRUMMING. Experience this exhilarating composition for percussion, voices, and piccolos that brought Steve Reich to the forefront of minimalism in contemporary music. Professor Russell Hartenberger – a founding member of the internationally acclaimed percussion group, Nexus, and an original collaborator with Reich on DRUMMING – will coach the ensemble for this exciting event.
EightFingers Parcel 5
Sat., Sep. 15 6pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE Shane Scarazzini & EightFingers is a dynamic trio of searing musicianship and charismatic personality. The group is a fascinating marriage of artistic influences, blending the twang and intensity of Nashville with the pulse and soul of roots rock ‘n roll and blues. EightFingers presents a show that does not stay hostage in any specific niche, and therefore can delight an audience of any age or demographic.
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Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 5pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE (see page 43 for details)
audiences’ listening pleasure. Enjoy your Fringe night – and appropriate liquid refreshment – along with some movin’, groovin’, feel-good music. www.reverbnation.com/thegalileoband | Sponsored by RIT
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Sat., Sep. 15 5pm • Thu., Sep. 20 5pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE
Encore A Cappella The Little: Café
Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À 20 mins All Ages FREE RIT’s Encore A Cappella is the school’s original all-female group. With a diverse sound and affinity for black and teal colors, these ladies are sure to provide great entertainment! ritencoreacappella.weebly.com | Sponsored by RIT
The Genesee Three is an acoustic musical trio based in Rochester, and performing together since 2015. G3 enjoys mixing rich vocal harmonies with guitar, ukulele, keyboard, and light percussion. They cover songs from a variety of genres including folk and classic rock, and favorite artists include Fleetwood Mac, Sara Bareilles, The Cranberries, Ingrid Michaelson, and Sufjan Stevens. www.facebook.com/thegeneseethree
Geneseo Chamber Music Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Fabulous Females
Sat., Sep. 22 11:30am À 90 mins All Ages FREE
Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Previous performances have featured the Geneseo Brass Quintet, the Geneseo Wind Quintet, and the Geneseo String Quartet in a concert that spans 100 years of music from classical to
Sun., Sep. 16 5pm • Tue., Sep. 18 7pm À 60 mins All Ages $15 “Come on a my house” and enjoy the songs of top female artists from ‘Your Hit Parade!’ Ann Mitchell returns to the Fringe for a lively performance of pop hits from reigning 40s and 50s female vocalists that dominated the music charts. Musically reminisce with Ann and her band as they perform your favorites from Rosemary Clooney, Patti Page, Doris Day, Peggy Lee, Kay Starr, and more! www.annsings.com | VOCAL STYLINGS BY ANN
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Sat., Sep. 22 9pm À 90 mins All Ages FREE The Galileo band strives to play at least one song that’s in one of your playlists – hopefully, one that will make you want to sing along and dance. These returning Fringe performers enjoy playing music from yesterday to today for
Geneseo Honors Recital Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE Performing are the winners of SUNY Geneseo’s annual Honors Competition: Jay Bang, violin; Sara Stoner, clarinet; Brett Hammes, tenor; Sarah Ploof, soprano; Katelyn Brooks, soprano; Erica Milliman, soprano; Grant McElheny, cello; Shotaro Toyoda, violin; and Evelyn Welch/Eric Wang, string duo. Sponsored by SUNY Geneseo
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Geneseo String Band Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 1:15pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE The Geneseo String Band is an ever-changing group of students, alumni and neighborhood folks, all directed by SUNY Geneseo teacher and musician, Jim Kimball. Fiddles, banjos, mandolins, button accordion, saw, washboard,and more will play a lively, family-friendly program of old-time songs and dance tunes, with an emphasis on repertoire traditional to Western New York. See Geneseo Stringband on Facebook. Music Dept. SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo’s All A Cappella Hour Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 5:15pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE A Cappella Hour showcases all five of SUNY Geneseo’s a cappella groups: Emmelodics, Hips ‘N Harmony, Between the Lines, Southside Boys, and Exit 8. Each group will sing two-tothree songs that range from today’s top hits, to classic rock, to country, in a fun and relaxed hour of music. hipsnharmony.weebly.com | SUNY Geneseo
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Gospel Sunday Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall
Sun., Sep. 16 2pm À 90 mins All Ages FREE (see page 40 for details)
Holding On through Song: A Celebration of the African-American Spiritual Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Thu., Sep. 13 8pm • Sat., Sep. 15 8pm À 60 mins 13+ $15; Students (w/ ID): $5 First Inversion offers a unique experience combining improvisation with new and existing arrangements of African-American spirituals for various configurations of choir, soloists, instrumentalists, and audience members. The singers of First Inversion are joined by Kearstin Piper-Brown, Jason Holmes, Alan Jones, and other well-known Rochester musicians. Words from the mouths of former slaves, including Rochester’s own Frederick Douglass, will provide historical context and enrich the audience’s journey with this powerful music. Audience participation during the performance is encouraged! www.firstinversion.org | First Inversion
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Fri., Sep. 21 7pm À 50 mins All Ages FREE
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Holy $#%! It’s Music & Comedy with Matt Griffo Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall
Sat., Sep. 22 8pm À 60 mins 13+ $15
Gold Koa Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Fri., Sep. 21 8:10pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE (see page 42 for details)
“Both toe-tapping and rib-tickling!” –Chicago Sun Times. Matt Griffo (Chicago, USA) is an internationally touring musical comedian whose original songs on ukulele and piano have been featured on FunnyorDie and Buzzfeed. He’s just returned from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland and has crazy stories from around the world. A Rochester Fringe favorite, he’s bringing new songs and old favorites like “The Manliest Man in Mantown.” mattgriffo.com
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Howard and the Strangers The Avyarium
Java’s Café
Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 Howard and the Strangers are a Tom Petty tribute band dedicated to preserving the spirit and spreading their love for one of America’s greatest songwriters. www.facebook.com/HowardandtheStrangers/
The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden
Wed., Sep. 12 9pm • Thu., Sep. 13 9pm • Fri., Sep. 14 9:30pm • Fri., Sep. 14 10:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 9:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 10:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 8:30pm • Mon., Sep. 17 8:30pm • Tue., Sep. 18 8:30pm • Wed., Sep. 19 8:30pm • Thu., Sep. 20 8:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 10:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 10:30pm À 50 mins 13+ $18 (see page 36 for details)
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Fri., Sep. 14 6pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE
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La Muralla has always had dynamic vocals, a vibrant horn section, tight percussion, and prominent piano and bass. The Democrat and Chronicle wrote: “Spontaneous Salsa dancing broke out throughout the crowds near the stage and around the vendor booths, spurred on by the infectious drums and horns of Orquesta La Muralla.”
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Sat., Sep. 15 7pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE Leah & The Upheaval is a group focused on original, jazzy, funky, soulful, and dance-able music. With subtle instrumental and vocal styling, the group transcends genre, and has a wide appeal to many different audiences and musical tastes. You are sure to find something to delight your auditory sensibilities at one of their shows!
Light Blue Gospel Blues Extravaganza School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Wed., Sep. 19 9pm À 75 mins 13+ $10 Progressive blues with rock and gospel overtones makes Light Blue a unique experience. Not down-in-thedumps blues, but music that will lift your Fringe spirit. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear gutsy guitar solos, keen keyboard riffs, harrowing harmonica work, and a rapturous rhythm section. Good news blues you can use! “Blues is a tonic for whatever ails you. I could play the blues and then not be blue anymore.” – B.B. King www.reverbnation.com/rpk/lightblue | Light Blue
MOUNTAIN BLUES: HIMALAYAN TO APPALACHIAN: HOWIE LESTER WITH SARANGI AND FIDDLE The Little: Café
Sat., Sep. 15 9pm À 60 mins 13+ FREE Winner of the 2017 International Folk Music Film Festival’s award for “Keeping Tradition Alive Through Performance,” Howie performs on Sarangi (traditional bowed instrument of the Nepali Gandharba caste) and the Fiddle (The “Devil’s Box” of the Appalachian “HillBillies”). Into a world that no longer needs troubadours or back porches for entertainment and enlightenment, he’ll bring Old Blues and stories of Chickens, Biblical and Hindu themes, Outlaws, Clever Characters, and Secrets of the Universe. Dance up the Mountains with Howie. Sleepy Lester & The Insomniacs | Sponsored by RIT
Norm & the Outliers The Little: Café
The Little: Theatre 5
Sun., Sep. 16 1:30pm À 45 mins All Ages FREE Audience members are invited to perform with the live musicians as their motions are captured and integrated into the projected visuals. Move in front of the cameras and sensors to control elements of the projected imagery. FIVE by FIVE | Sponsored by RIT
Music from the South
Sat., Sep. 15 6pm À 90 mins All Ages FREE Norm & the Outliers is a jazz quintet of musicians (none actually named “Norm”) who happen to be UR and RIT professors in the fields of medicine, mathematics, astrophysics, and interactive games & media. They bring a sense of inspiration, excitement, emotional depth, and humor – but mostly, they convey a feeling of how great it is to be alive. A special troupe will join the Outliers for a couple of audience-participation numbers during the last half-hour of the performance. www.facebook.com/NormAndTheOutliers
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Sat., Sep. 22 6:30pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE Enjoy warm music from the southern hemisphere played by a unique double bass / guitar duo: Wan-Ling Chuang and Ken Luk. They’ll also perform as a trio with their soprano friend, Amy Cochrane. The program features music by Brazilian composers Villa-Lobos and Pixinguinha, as well as from Angentine tango music master, Piazzolla. The musicians will also play a few Western classical pieces in a non-traditional way. SUNY Geneseo
Mystic Stew Java’s Café
Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Tue., Sep. 18 7pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE
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Sat., Sep. 22 5:30pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE A tribute to one of the last century’s most enigmatic performers. Best known to today’s audience as the star of the rather fanciful biopic, ONE FROGGY EVENING, Michigan was an overnight sensation, albeit to a small audience. Truly, a talent of his magnitude comes on the scene only once every hundred years or so. This revue will include some of Mitch’s greatest hits, and reflect on the impact that his all-too-brief career had on modern musicians and vocalists. myspace.com/cuppatae/music/songs The Flower City Lilly Pads | Sponsored by RIT
PAXTOR Java’s Café
Fri., Sep. 14 7pm • Wed., Sep. 19 7pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE PAXTOR draws from countless pop, folk, and rock influences to create a seamless sound that is at once familiar and unique. It has been said that if folk music were a video game, they would have it set to ‘high difficulty.’ Piano, sax, and electric guitar weave together to create memorable, catchy melodies complimented by soulful singing and dance-able grooves. continues on page 78
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Mystic STEW: an ever-evolving recipe for good times and good tunes. A musical mixture of genres to suit the palates of many. Melancholy, whimsical, jumping for joy. Serious and sad – never to annoy. Taste may vary from day to day. Temperature can swing from hot to cool, but the volume will fill the soul and bend the rule. Relish! mysticstew.com
One Frogless Evening: A tribute to the Amphibian Artiste Michigan J. Frog
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Imagine Man Man and Django Reinhardt going on a blind date with Devotchka and Don Vliet. paxtor.bandcamp.com
RIT Jam Club Live! The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 30 mins All Ages FREE
Pop Go The Bells
RIT Jam Club performs a variety of songs across various genres for all ages! www.facebook.com/RITJamClub
Lyric Theatre Lyric Lawn
Sat., Sep. 15 1pm • Sat., Sep. 15 6:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1pm • Sat., Sep. 22 6pm À 20 mins All Ages FREE On Saturday nights while you’re waiting in line for a fabulous show at The Lyric, Sandy Gianniny and her TPC Ringing Team of Amanda Gianniny and Cecil Buchinger will be performing a concert on neighboring Third Presbyterian Church’s newly renovated 91-yearold chimes. For decades, they have charmed the neighborhood with beautiful hymns... but wait!! This is Fringe!! They’re playing their favorite pop tunes! Get in line early for a great seat at The Lyric and join the fun! #popgothebells
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RIT Surround Sound The Little: Café
Sat., Sep. 15 2pm • Sat., Sep. 22 2pm À 15 mins All Ages FREE RIT’s premier barbershop a cappella group returns to Fringe! Established in 2002, Surround Sound continues to enjoy singing in both classic and modern barbershop styles.
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Proof of Purchase A Cappella The Little: Café
Sat., Sep. 15 2:30pm\ À 15 mins All Ages FREE Proof of Purchase, RIT’s original co-ed a cappella group, will perform feel-good and energetic songs for the Rochester community! www.ritpop.com | Proof of Pur-
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RIT Ukulele Club The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À 30 mins All Ages FREE The RIT Ukulele Club presents a set of fun ukulele tunes played by our dedicated members. We meet weekly to play all different genres, to hone our uke skills, and to spread the happiness of the ukulele. We want to share that happiness and fun with you! ukulele.rit.edu | Sponsored by RIT
Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 50 mins All Ages FREE (see page 43 for details)
RIT Vocal Accent The Little: Café
Sat., Sep. 22 1:30pm À 15 mins All Ages FREE
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with modern pop highlights, is establishing itself as a company of serious musicians working to both continue and build upon the a cappella movement sweeping the modern era. www.facebook.com/RITVocalAccent | Sponsored by RIT
Roses & Revolutions Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Fri., Sep. 21 9:30pm À 75 mins All Ages FREE (see page 42 for details)
RIT’s Eight Beat Measure The Little: Café
Sat., Sep. 22 12:45pm À 25 mins All Ages FREE Eight Beat Measure is RIT’s original all-male a cappella group. Founded in 1987, Eight Beat Measure has been an active member of the contemporary a cappella community for years and continues to push the boundaries of a cappella music. www.8beat.org | Sponsored by RIT
ROC City Ringers Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Thu., Sep. 20 6pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 The RocCity Ringers are thrilled to be returning to the Fringe again this year. This talented group takes handbell music to the next level. While staying true to their roots by performing some beautiful sacred music, these ringers love to mix in pieces from all of your favorite genres. From jazz to rock to Broadway, their ringing is off the hook. Visit ROCCityRingers on Facebook.
Sad Bastards The Little: Café
Fri., Sep. 14 8:30pm À 60 mins 13+ FREE These RIT profs have fun melding punk, folk, and pop into a mix that gets people up and jumping about. Dancing? You decide. These are not the kind of guys you’d expect to be in a rock band. You’ve heard them lecturing at the whiteboard, now hear them blast away at your favorite Clash song. www.facebook.com/resonantfreqs | Sponsored by RIT
The Saplings Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 8:10pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE (see page 43 for details)
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Fri., Sep. 21 5:30pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 RAPA’s ROC City Singers is Rochester’s Premier Regional High School and College Show Choir, and this year marks the group’s seventh annual Fringe appearance! ROC City Singers performs its dynamic Broadway and Pop Show extensively throughout the Rochester area, including at the Rochester International Jazz Festival with Lou Gramm, the International PGA Golf Championship, the Center for Youth, Angels of Mercy, and SMILES annual benefit galas, as well as at numerous country clubs, churches, and senior-living facilities. Judith Ranaletta, Director. ROC City Singers | RAPA
Seth Faergolzia’s Multibird Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 22 6pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE (see page 43 for details)
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Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Sat., Sep. 22 11am À 20 mins All Ages FREE
Sun., Sep. 16 1pm À 60 mins 18+ $20 Celebrate the timeless music of the Beatles as performed by Western New York’s TLC Trio (Theresa Quinn, Leah Zicari & Cathy Carfagna). The Trio returns to the Fringe for a third consecutive year, following its sold-out shows LADIES OF THE CANYON (2016) and SONGS IN THE KEY OF ‘EH’! (2017). Featuring glorious harmonies and engaging musicianship, SHE LOVES YOU! will delight audiences with fresh versions of the Fab Four’s best-loved songs. A splendid time is guaranteed for all! www.facebook.com/TLCTrioWNY/ MusicalFare Theatre
Sinatra: “Straight Up” Java’s Café
Wed., Sep. 12 7pm • Mon., Sep. 17 6pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE Churchville-Chili native Daniel Henry returns to the Fringe for his fourth consecutive year, taking the stage at Java’s Café for two performances. With his rich and soothing tone, he’ll deliver an hour of Sinatra’s biggest hits – a powerful performance of favorite recordings. Will you hear yours? A pure tribute to Sinatra: STRAIGHT UP. www.dhlentertainment.net/epk
Songs in Stories Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Sean McGrath performs some of his originals and talks a bit about them in this amazing little venue. Come early to make sure you get a seat! Sponsored by SUNY Geneseo
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TheFix @ the Fringe The Avyarium
Fri., Sep. 14 7pm • Sat., Sep. 22 9pm À 45 mins All Ages $10 A college band from Fredonia, NY, TheFix is where alternative rock meets funk and blues. Their debut album, PILOT, is OUT NOW! Hear it on Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play, etc. Dakota Lord (Lead Vocals), Kyle Lajoie (Lead Guitar), Matt Edwards (Drums), and Michael Tumbaco (Bass Guitar). realthefix.bandcamp.com
Totally Rad! An 80’s Pop Adventure School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 4pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 From the creator of 2017’s I DON’T HAVE TO BE FUNNY ALL THE TIME comes a brand new adventure – this time, exploring 80s pop and hard-rock music. Join Alma as she sings all her favorite songs with new and old friends! almahaddock.com
Tym Moss A-Live: Fun! Fabulous! Flamboyant Writers & Books
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Hear the fabulous student and faculty String Quartet from SUNY Geneseo, performing works by composers from the Romantic period including Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, and Mendelssohn.
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cabaret show to the Rochester Fringe! His story is brilliantly told through familiar songs (with new interpretations) as he takes you on his life’s journey. YOU will laugh, cry, and sing along during his tale of survival and inspiration. TymMoss.com | MyT Productions, Inc
The Uptown Groove Gibbs Street: Main Stage
Fri., Sep. 21 5pm À 40 mins All Ages FREE (see page 42 for details)
Vanishing Sun Parcel 5
Fri., Sep. 14 7pm À 50 mins All Ages FREE Vanishing Sun exists to perform and delivers an explosive, tight, highenergy show. From the jam scene to jazz festivals, the band has steadily drawn a following from music fans young and old, and from all walks of life. Featuring an uncommonly diverse cast, it’s no wonder that Vanishing Sun has a unique sound: Hiatus Kaiyote meets A Tribe Called Quest, Headhunters meets Flying Lotus, Rage Against the Machine meets Erykah Badu.
Virtual Karaoke UR IPM Presents Led Zeppelin IV
The Little: Theatre 5
Sun., Sep. 16 5:30pm À 60 mins All Ages FREE
Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall
Fri., Sep. 14 9pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 The University of Rochester Institute for Popular Music presents a complete performance of Led Zeppelin IV, featuring students, faculty, and staff of the College Music Department and Eastman School of Music, supported by the League of Extraordinary Uncles. Join us for a night of Classic Rock.
Karaoke with a twist! You sing in the real world while a virtual puppet – which you control using facial motion capture – performs the song on a virtual stage. Fun for all budding pop stars not yet ready to show their real faces to the world. Videos of the avatar performance will be made available for later download. Sponsored by RIT
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UR IPM Presents The Yes Album Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall
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The University of Rochester Institute for Popular Music presents a complete performance of THE YES ALBUM, as well as the song “Going for the One,” joined by students, faculty, and staff of the College Music Department and Eastman School of Music. This 7 pm performance will feature the entire 1971 album, plus an extra surprise or two. The IPM will also present a performance of Led Zeppelin IV at 9 pm. Tickets for these two concerts are sold separately.
Vocal Point & Midnight Ramblers A Cappella School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre
Wed., Sep. 19 6:15pm • Sat., Sep. 22 2:30pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 Come listen to award-winning collegiate a cappella groups perform. Vocal Point and Midnight Ramblers from the University of Rochester always present an aca-amazing show! www.urvocalpoint.com
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Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Join this powerful collective of Black women writers, performers, educators, and artivists as they curate Black women’s experiences through creative verse. This transformative, hour-long narrative provides insight into the richly nuanced tapestry that is woven through the souls of Black women. Presented by We All Write: Reenah Golden, Tokeya C. Graham, Selena Cochran, Lu Highsmith, and Kristen Gentry. Ages 18 and over. www.facebook.com/WeAllWriteRoc | We All Write
The Choirs among the Wolves! More Supernatural Tales from Native American tradition in Western New York Wed., Sep. 19 7pm À 75 mins All Ages $15 Most Native Americans have a keen awareness of their ancestral traditions, especially in regards to the supernatural. THE CHOIRS AMONG THE WOLVES! is a gripping, spokenword performance that profiles ancient Six Nations’ supernatural/spiritual traditions, then turns to the accounts of contemporary witnesses in which the old figures seem to live: witches, ghosts, shapeshifters, and those curious, ambiguous “Little People.”
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Sat., Sep. 22 2:30pm À 60 mins 13+ FREE
Sat., Sep. 15 4pm • Sun., Sep. 16 11am À 60 mins 18+ $15
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Complimentary Heckling Parcel 5 & Spiegelgarden
PARCEL 5: Fri., Sep. 14 6:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 6:30pm SPIEGELGARDEN: Fri., Sep. 21 5:45pm • Sat., Sep. 22 5:45pm À 75 mins All Ages FREE Crackerjack is back again to let you know you’re awesome. COMPLIMENTARY HECKLING is like regular heckling, but with compliments. And it’s free! All you do is walk by with your beautiful self and Crackerjack will take care of the rest.
IDENTIFICATION: WRITING OURSELVES AS YOU LISTEN is the debut performance of this vivid, vibrant creative writing by SUNY Geneseo English majors. In fiction, poetry, nonfiction and more, these undergraduate writers explore how words help shape our identities across hyphenated upbringings and in contested cultural moments. They use their words to ask the audience to identify with them, no matter how different their backgrounds. In association with Gandy Dancer, the SUNY-wide literary journal.
Mental Graffiti Poetry The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 15 6pm À 30 mins 18+ FREE Mental Graffiti is Rochester Institute of Technology’s Slam Poetry Collective. Club members are passionate about writing and performing poetry and will be sharing original works and favorite pieces. www.facebook.com/RITMentalGraffiti | Sponsored by RIT
Signatures Literary and Art Magazine The Little: Café
Sat., Sep. 22 4pm À 90 mins 18+ FREE SIGNATURES, Rochester Institute of Technology’s annual art and literary magazine, exists in print and on the web as a testament to the vision and creative ingenuity of RIT students. Come and help celebrate SIGNATURE’s 33rd issue with a live reading of poetry and prose! www.signaturesmag.com | Sponsored by RIT
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Central Library: Library stacks
Fri., Sep. 21 9:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 10:30pm À 45 mins 13+ $10 Ghost stories like you’ve never heard them before – in the secret stacks of the Rundel Memorial Building of Central Library! Get a private backstage tour on the site of reported paranormal activity and hear ghastly true tales of old Rochester. Stories may include the Murder at Falls Field, the Fox Sisters, and the unsolved death of Laura Young underneath what is now the downtown Central Library. Meet in Rundel lobby. ffrpl.org | Friends & Foundation of the Rochester Public Library
Storychick Rochester Storybooth Central Library: Dorris Carlson Reading Garden
Wed., Sep. 12 - Sat., Sep. 22 during Library open hours All Ages FREE Everyone has a story, and all stories matter. STORYCHICK ROCHESTER STORYBOOTH is back and it’s been upgraded! Visit the booth, listen to
any of nine stories, and leave your own story about Fringe, Central Library, or life in Rochester. Experience the power of stories from fellow visitors told not only in their own words, but in their own voices. Stories range from 20 seconds to three minutes. Know that your voice will also be heard! storychick.wordpress.com
With The Cows Writers & Books
Sat., Sep. 15 6pm • Sun., Sep. 16 5pm À 50 mins All Ages $10 ... with the cows... may as well be with the angels or the seagulls... have the fields been planted? Guitar, drums, percussion, keys, scrapes, vocals, text, tones, and the ghost of electricity. Poetry & Music. Joyride. The boys of chorus include Phil Marshall, Roy Marshall, Arpad Sekeres, Chris Zajkowski, and Rick Petrie. Stirrin’ ‘n’ steppin’ with the elements. A few stories and a few beautiful breaths.
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BardBending: A Same-Sex Shakespeare Sampler
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Sat., Sep. 15 5pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 This Show MUST be Witnessed and Experienced!!! Do Not Miss TWELVE DOLLARS’ tour-de-force performances – Truth, Mystery, Intrigue, Drama, Wonder & Surprise. 2017 TANYS Award for Outstanding Directing & Outstanding Acting. 2018 ESTA Festival Winner for Most Outstanding Actor: Anderson Allen. This show will blow your mind! Dark Blue Mondaze
The 24-Hour Plays
The Avyarium
Wed., Sep. 12 7pm • Sat., Sep. 15 9pm • Thu., Sep. 20 9pm À 50 mins 5+ $10 WallByrd Theatre Co. is twisting around the conventions of gender in this modern mash-up of William Shakespeare’s greatest hits. From the side-splitting to the heart-wrenching, get a taste of the company’s signature blend of pop-culture and classics. BARDBENDING: A SAME-SEX SHAKESPEARE SAMPLER uses a unique lens to view how gender defines (and redefines) some of the greatest stories ever told. Wallbyrd Theatre Co
Writers & Books
Mon., Sep. 17 7pm • Mon., Sep. 17 9pm À 60 mins 13+ $18 What do you get when you take a group of actors, writers, directors, and producers and give them 24 hours to create, rehearse, and “tech” a handful of short original plays? Something uniquely amazing. The experience is profoundly exhilarating, cumulating in a thrilling performance with lights, sounds, props, and costumes for a live theatre audience.
Banachek’s Telepathy School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
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Thu., Sep. 13 7:15pm • Fri., Sep. 14 7:15pm • Thu., Sep. 20 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 3pm À 60 mins 13+ $22
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Banachek is the world’s greatest mind reader. Watch as he reveals secret thoughts of the audience. How? Some call it Telepathy, but is it real? Renowned for fooling scientists into believing that his psychic abilities were genuine, Banachek’s illusions are so amazing that audiences still wonder: “how’d he do that?” He’s invented magic for Penn & Teller and Criss Angel, and BANACHEK’S TELEPATHY is the highlight of every festival, theater, and event at which he appears. Banachek.com
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Beyond Words The Little: Theatre 5
Fri., Sep. 21 5:30pm À 40 mins 13+ FREE BEYOND WORDS is an original ASL poetry, song, and comedy performance that explores current events using the performers’ own perspectives and experiences. From physical sign and mime to comedy, dance, and music, performers add their personal, poignant, and relevant poetic responses to the absurdities, surprises, and tears of the world in which we all find ourselves living. Masquer’s Drama Club hosts Dangerous Signs Sponsored by RIT
BIG WIGS Featuring Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune Blackfriars Theatre
Fri., Sep. 21 10pm • Sat., Sep. 22 10pm À 60 mins 13+ $20 Big Wigs is a high-energy, Las Vegasstyle impersonation show. Aggy Dune and Mrs. Kasha Davis have been performing their dead-on impressions in Rochester for nearly 15 years. This fast-paced show includes all of your favorite Divas; Cher, Tina Turner, Celine Dion, Liza Minnelli, and many more. Aggy Dune is a local favorite and Mrs. Kasha Davis is a fan favorite from Season 7 of RuPaul’s Drag Race. www.kashadavis.com | Big Wigs Entertainment
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Confessions of a Prairie B!*@h School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre
Thu., Sep. 13 9:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 5:30pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 When performing is your true love, losing a dream role feels akin to heartbreak. After the ultimate rejection, cynicism often follows. But rather than becoming Bitter B*tches, five actresses are flipping the script by showcasing what could have been... had their names been on the cast list. Featuring showstoppers from the Broadway canon and some of Rochester’s finest homegrown talent, this convivial and cathartic cabaret show is an antidote for resentment, letting us explore the “what ifs” before letting go. Echo Productions
Black Deaf Male: Who Am I? The Little: Theatre 5
Sun., Sep. 16 7:30pm À 75 mins 13+ FREE This one-man-show written and performed by Fred Michael Beam features a dramatic, humorous, and provocative vision of what it means to be a Black Deaf Male. It was created to affirm some of the ways in which Black Deaf Males see themselves, plumb their ancestry and roots, recount the wrongs that have been visited upon them, and celebrate some of their heroes – while challenging America’s racism and audism, and expressing our hopes and dreams. Sponsored by RIT
Carrie: The Musical Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
RAPA/OFC Creations presents CARRIE: THE MUSICAL, book by Lawrence D. Cohen, lyrics by Dean Pitchford, and music by Michael Gore. Adapted from Stephen King’s novel, it focuses on an awkward teenage girl with telekinetic powers whose lonely life is dominated by an oppressive, religious-fanatic mother. When she’s humiliated by her classmates at the high school prom, she unleashes chaos on everyone and everything in her path. Direction by Tina Crandall-Gommel; Vocal Direction by Heather Lonardo; Music Direction by Dave Curry. rapatheatre.org | RAPA
Alison Arngrim, who played LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE’s real Nellie Olsen, returns to the Rochester Fringe to tell all about her Hollywood life, playing the brat you loved to hate. Plus: dish on everyone from Michael Landon to Liberace, and from Carol Channing to RuPaul! spincyclenyc.com | Spin Cycle
Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden
SOLD OUT FOR 2018
Wed., Sep. 12 5:30pm • Thu., Sep. 13 6pm • Thu., Sep. 13 7pm • Fri., Sep. 14 5:30pm • Fri., Sep. 14 6:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 6pm • Sat., Sep. 15 7pm • Sun., Sep. 16 4:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 5:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 6:30pm • Mon., Sep. 17 5:30pm • Mon., Sep. 17 6:30pm • Tue., Sep. 18 5:30pm • Tue., Sep. 18 6:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 5:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 6:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 12pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1pm • Sat., Sep. 22 6pm • Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 50 mins 18+ $20 A total sell-out four years running, this intimate theatre experience puts you so close to the action, you can smell the actors’ breath... if you’re lucky! You’ll find yourself immersed in four, all-new, 10-minute plays as you rotate from one car to the next. Don’t miss this hilarious, heartwarming, weird, and – most of all – one-of-a-kind show. Only 8 tickets per performance!
The Dividing Line MuCCC
Sat., Sep. 15 8pm • Sat., Sep. 22 5pm À 75 mins 13+ $10 Birmingham, Alabama, 1962. Communities have rules that restrict members’ actions, and segregation is at the forefront of America’s caste system. Two teenage girls meet at a bus stop in the same city, yielding vastly different experiences. What happens when you start to “see” the people you pass by every day? Does the new insight narrow the social “divide,” or throw it into a “chasm” of deliberate ignorance? www.mpactoday.com | {theatre}+{nafsi}
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Wed., Sep. 12 7:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 9pm • Sun., Sep. 16 9pm À 150 mins 13+ $12; Seniors: $6; Students (w/ ID): $6
Thu., Sep. 20 7pm • Fri., Sep. 21 6:15pm • Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 75 mins 13+ $20
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Divine Milieu: the Last Confession of Teilhard de Chardin The Avyarium
Fri., Sep. 14 9pm • Mon., Sep. 17 7pm • Wed., Sep. 19 7pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 L. John Cieslinski delivers a compelling performance as this twentiethcentury philosopher, theologian, paleontologist, and priest. Discouraged by the Vatican’s efforts to silence him for his views on evolution and his order’s heavy-handedness in dealing with him, Teilhard confides his feelings to a friend. He fights with his frustrations and unwillingness to leave the Jesuits, and only wishes to show the Church that there is nothing to fear from science.
Dream Lab: Fascinating Transition MuCCC
Sat., Sep. 15 3:30pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 Everyone dreams, but not everyone remembers their dreams. Be a fly on the wall as a collection of raw, revealing dreams is acted, analyzed, and brought to life. DREAM LAB, an avant-garde dramedy, isn’t simply inspired by dreams – it’s ripped directly from them. Nine, compelling, dreamscape monologues are annotated by the Analyst/Observer. Conceptual artist Jan Feldman has written down her dreams daily since 1999, filling more than 200 journals with thousands of stories. And she’s going to let you WATCH! youtu.be/kFJfAcTvjrQ
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School of the Arts: Courtyard
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Fri., Sep. 14 5:30pm • Fri., Sep. 14 6:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 4pm • Sat., Sep. 15 5pm • Sun., Sep. 16 2pm • Sun., Sep. 16 3pm • Thu., Sep. 20 5:30pm • Thu., Sep. 20 6:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 5:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 6:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1pm • Sat., Sep. 22 2pm À 60 mins 13+ $20 From the creative team behind DASHBOARD DRAMAS, get ready for the classic-car edition of this Fringe favorite! This unique show takes place in the SOTA Courtyard, where the audience rotates through four classic cars from Great Lakes Classic Cars in Hilton, NY. Each classic car will feature an original ten-minute play set in the period-specific era of that
car. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind, unique experience. Only 8 tickets per performance! Stone’s Throw
An Equal Right to Act: Remembering the Rochester Woman’s Rights Convention of 1848 Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Sat., Sep. 15 3pm À 45 mins 5+ $5 A production of FirstLight Players, AN EQUAL RIGHT TO ACT portrays the historic Rochester women’s rights convention of 1848. Attended by such famed agitators as Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Lucretia Mott, and Frederick Douglass, the convention provided a unique forum for spirited debate on the right of all men and women to live their lives to the fullest. Their words echo through history, all the way down to today. The performance is accompanied by live period music and vintage photos of many of the original participants. | FirstLight Players
Fairy Tale Ending: The Big Bad Musical School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 12:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 11am À 60 mins All Ages $10 This big, bad, family musical is a tale of coming to grips with growing up. Join Jill and a “line up” of characters who are questioned about changes in the fairy tales that she read with her grandma. With the help of colorful characters, Jill learns that life may not be like a fairy tale. Songs such as “I, like, totally don’t even give a care” will have you in stitches. Catch the NYS Premiere at Kids Fringe! Terry Fyke’s Main Street Players
Fielder’s Choice School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 2:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 7:30pm • Wed., Sep. 19 7:30pm À 75 mins 18+ $12 Father and son, Frank and Owen Fielder, attempt to reconnect by reviving their tradition of visiting Major League ballparks. But when trouble continues on page 90
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RICOCHET
An exciting moving performance A journey of seamless transitions between different styles of dance & vocals Follow the light & watch it “RICOCHET” from stage to stage
Sunday Sept. 16 2:30 & 8:00 pm
TYM MOSS (A)LIVE:
FUN! FABULOUS!! FLAMBOYANT!!! Hear Tym Moss tell his life story through familiar songs. A story of struggle, survival and inspiration.
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You will Laugh, Cry & Sing Along! "I was completely swept away" - Nathan James, Huffington Post "It's a moving display of therapeutic showmanship" - Darryl Reilly, TheaterScenes
Writers and Books | 740 University Ave Fri Sept 21, 8pm & Sat Sept 22, 6pm *Tym Moss is also appearing in 50 Shades of Gay immediately following his performances (also at Writers & Books)*
Rochester's best-kept secret.
GVOC is a 43-year old community orchestra and chorus and is always welcoming new members!
∞ We offer diversified programs of classical, popular and new music. ∞ Check out our upcoming season at www.gvoc.org ∞ GVOC members understand that there is something about music that helps us come together as a community. Join us today!
www.gvoc.org • 585-678-1142 We invite you to join us today and share your love of music and talent with the Greater Rochester Community! Call today to schedule a time with our Music Director, Dr. Christopher Petit.
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at home threatens their trip, Frank faces a choice that leads him to question his deep-rooted concepts of love, loyalty, and family. A touching and funny father-and-son love story, FIELDER’S CHOICE is as much about what is said as what goes unsaid. Directed by Rochester’s Alexa Scott-Flaherty and written by local playwright and journalist David Andreatta.
Flawed Beautifully
songs from the Rochester Songbook (published 1910). Each short play is a take on the modern world both urban and rural, usually comic, always true, often from the unique perspective suggested by our name. The hundred-year-old songs are a treat.
The Girl in the Band Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Tue., Sep. 18 7pm À 60 mins 13+ $15; Seniors: $12; Students (w/ ID): $12
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Wed., Sep. 19 8:30pm À 45 mins 13+ $10 Written and Directed by Ashona Pulliam and Jacynta Harris. What does it mean be flawed? Does flawed mean not beautiful? Does beautiful mean not flawed? Ashona Pulliam’s breakout stage play will captivate audiences with the story of how she – as a little girl – was forced into adult situations and abusive relationships, with a temper that could kill, but blossomed into a stunning woman, loving mother, actress, and playwright. Yeah, she has her imperfections, but she is FLAWED BEAUTIFULLY. www.conkeycruisers.org | Conkey Cruisers Inc.
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THE GIRL IN THE BAND is a coming-of-age musical about a woman determined to find her place in the world of music and men. After being fired from a band – again – Peggy finds she has lost her voice. Literally. Heartbroken and hurt, she picks up a guitar and begins to reconnect to the music within her soul. This gives way to six other instruments as Peggy speaks up for herself and finds her true voice in this soaring solo performance. www.megloomis.com
Godspell Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Sat., Sep. 15 4pm • Sun., Sep. 16 4pm À 60 mins 13+ $12; Seniors: $6; Students (w/ ID): $6
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Thu., Sep. 13 4pm • Tue., Sep. 18 7pm À 50 mins 13+ $9
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Inspired by the 1970s cult film, GREY GARDENS, this original, offbeat, comedy confection by award-winning writers Sara Zavacki-Moore and Matthew Dwight Moore consists of unequal parts parody, fever dream, character study, and improv. Stir in a zany tea party, good-natured hoarding, YouTube, lots of cats, door prizes, and some whacked Rochester history, and you will be treated to a mother-daughter play that should leave you smiling with the most memorable aftertaste. Check our Facebook page for some eccentric appetizers.
The first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz (WICKED, PIPPIN), GODSPELL took the world by storm in 1971 and continues to be a favorite with audiences. Featuring a parade of beloved songs including “Day by Day,” GODSPELL uses a series of parables from the Bible to tell the story of Jesus. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance, and love come vibrantly to life. Lyric Voices
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The Geriactors Present! Writers & Books
Tue., Sep. 18 7pm • Wed., Sep. 19 2pm • Thu., Sep. 20 2pm À 50 mins 13+ $15 The Geriactors return to Fringe with more world premieres by local playwrights, accompanied by OLD
Hedwig and the Angry Inch Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Fri., Sep. 14 7pm • Sat., Sep. 15 7pm • Sun., Sep. 16 7pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7pm • Fri., Sep. 21 7pm À 60 mins 18+ $13; Seniors / Veterans / Students (w/ ID): $10 This groundbreaking Off-Broadway/ Broadway smash musical follows Hedwig, a fourth-wall smashing East German rock ‘n’ roll
The Hitchhiker’s Decree MuCCC
Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 70 mins 13+ FREE Our 19th season! Impact Theatre presents THE HITCHHIKER’S DECREE, an audience-participation dramedy for the philosopher in all of us. Synopsis: a grieving couple discovers that there are mysteries in the universe that require faith in order to believe, as they are left grasping in the darkness of their own obstinate ignorance. An original play written and directed by local author Frank Irace and performed by the In Your Face Players. Impact Theatre
Home is a Four-Letter Word MuCCC
Tue., Sep. 18 8:30pm • Fri., Sep. 21 8:30pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 Three short theatre pieces, each with a different view of family and the unexpected places love can take you. Includes three original songs, and features Vicki Casarett, Steven Marsocci, Ged Owen, and Sara Bickweat Penner. HOME IS A FOUR-LETTER WORD is directed by Judy Molner and written by Doug Waterman. Words, Words, Words
Geva Theatre Center: Fielding Stage
Thu., Sep. 20 6pm • Fri., Sep. 21 8:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1pm À 55 mins 13+ $10 Actress, soprano, and storyteller Tara Lake takes audiences on a journey into the world of African-American Jersey girlhood in the 1980s-1990s
Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre
Thu., Sep. 13 9pm • Fri., Sep. 14 9pm • Fri., Sep. 21 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 9pm À 75 mins 18+ $18 Coming off a limited, off-Broadway run, this award-winning musical combines cabaret, theatre, and dance to tell the story of the iconic Josephine Baker, the first African-American international superstar and one of the most remarkable figures of the 20th century. “It’s is a perfect piece of theatre for the time we are currently in.” –Plays To See (NYC). “Tymisha Harris is a tour de force.” –CBC. ”If there’s a truly must-see show…it’s Josephine.” –Winnipeg Free Press josephinetheplay.com | Dynamite Lunchbox Entertainment
Level Up The Avyarium
Sun., Sep. 16 4pm • Thu., Sep. 20 7pm À 60 mins 13+ $12 LEVEL UP is a one-act, experiential, partially-improvised play about a teenage boy with severe ADHD who compulsively plays computer games to cope. But this disconnection leads to blurred lines between fantasy and reality. In light of shootings across the country, this play may perhaps offer a perspective on where it can begin, why, and what responsibilities – if any – family, teachers, and society have. Directed by Esther Winter and written by local playwright Hilary Bluestein-Lyons.
Love and Information School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre
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I Know It Was the Blood: The Totally True Adventures of a Newfangled Black Woman
– a world steeped in family Sundays, church conventions, and extravagant reunions, weddings, and funerals. In a story of triumph tinged with bits of heartache, a scrappy girl-child navigates a changing world and finds the courage to live life on her own terms. Join us for an unforgettable performance of soul-rich theatre, storytelling, song, and poetry! www.TaraLake.com
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goddess, who happens to be the victim of a botched sexchange operation that has left her with “an angry inch.” This outrageous and unexpectedly hilarious story is dazzlingly performed as a rock gig/stand-up comedy routine. It’s a rocking ride, funny, touching, and ultimately inspiring to anyone who has felt life gave them an inch when they deserved a mile. Starring Hector Manuel and Sable Stewart. ofccreations.com | OFC Creations
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mail? Are mathematicians fun at parties? The ensemble presents (very) short plays about relationships, secrets, and an onslaught of data. Produced by Theater Apparatus, which brought you Caryl Churchill’s FAR AWAY in 2016 and HOME OF THE BRAVE in 2017. Directed by Jeremy Sarachan. www.theaterapparatus.com | Theater Apparatus
Mademoiselle Petit Pas Teaches Dances and Other Passions Blackfriars Theatre
Fri., Sep. 14 7pm • Tue., Sep. 18 5:30pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1:30pm À 90 mins 13+ $12 Mlle. Petit Pas will stop at nothing to save her Dance Studio from bankruptcy! So, hold on to your hats – it’s going to be a hell of a night! The famous Russian-Cuban choreographer’s final Gala will reveal many secret steps. Brought to you by the people who delighted you with CHOCOLATE CASI AMARGO and ROSALBA’S DREAM ME PUMPS, this mad comedy is deeply rooted in today’s world.
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Mon., Sep. 17 7pm • Wed., Sep. 19 7pm À 50 mins 13+ $8
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Obligatory Villagers present: The Big One MuCCC
Tue., Sep. 18 7pm • Fri., Sep. 21 7pm À 60 mins 13+ $8 Musical numbers, improvisation, and audience interaction highlight this original cabaret-style production that reflects on, ridicules, and ponders the current state of the world. Music and lyrics by singer/songwriter Nellie McKay. DVC
Off-Monroe Players Gilbert and Sullivan Revue MuCCC
Wed., Sep. 12 7pm • Sat., Sep. 15 6:30pm À 50 mins All Ages $5
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show up to entice him to backslide. Find out what happens to Minister Davis and his family at this year’s Fringe! Imanitheatre.com | Imani Theatre Ensemble
Classic Greek Tragedy in an Hour. The Medea of Euripedes is presented in a new translation by Ian Johnston, featuring Emily Jusino. After sacrificing everything to aid her husband, Jason, to obtain the Golden Fleece, Medea is rejected in favor of a royal marriage. Exiled as an outsider, she vows an appalling revenge upon those who have scorned her. Classics Theater of Rochester
Mustard Seed, Private Pain MuCCC
Fri., Sep. 14 8pm • Sat., Sep. 15 1pm À 75 mins 18+ $15 IMANI Theatre Ensemble, Inc. presents Director Michael Atkins Yawn’s MUSTARD SEED, PRIVATE PAIN. This powerful Gospel Stage Play follows Minister Davis as he begins to doubt his faith after experiencing a tragedy that causes his family to fall apart, and old friends
Gilbert and Sullivan are the Rodgers and Hammerstein, the Pasek and Paul, of Victorian England. Spend some time with the duo that started it all. The Off-Monroe Players G&S Revue will have you sailing the seas with Pirates and Pinafores, taking a trip with Gondoliers to Utopia, and round it all out with a fast-talking trip to see the Mikado. Terrific tunes, fast and funny words await in this G&S Sampler. off-monroeplayers.org | Off-Monroe Players
One Last Bow, Eulogy For the Bard The Avyarium
Sat., Sep. 15 7pm À 55 mins 13+ $10 With the death of Shakespeare, his characters enter the stage for one last bow. Equipped with the bard’s own words, they compete against each other to declare who amongst them is truly Shakespeare’s best.
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MLLE PETIT PAS TEACHES DANCE
AND OTHER PASSIONS A NEW PLAY BY CANDIDE CARRASCO
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A MAD COMEDY DEEPLY ROOTED IN TODAY'S WORLD BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PEOPLE WHO DELIGHTED YOU WITH "CHOCOLATE CASI AMARGO" AND "ROSALBA'S DREAM ME PUMPS." THIS NEW PLAY BY CANDIDE CARRASCO IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH FEATURES E. GOLDFEDER, E. MANEIRO, R. GOMEZ, D.GARCIA, R.MARTINEZ AND L. DUGGAN
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Personal Foul: A Play Reading MuCCC
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Thu., Sep. 13 8:30pm À 80 mins MA $5 PERSONAL FOUL brings you into the gritty backroom of car sales where customers are cursed and camaraderie is a fluke – until today. In this play reading, the Jersey Pride Auto House has a new owner, and he’s making his first visit. Eddie MacNamera, the curmudgeon finance manager, is uneasy and doesn’t like the upbeat attitude of top salesman Jonathan Cook. As the new boss makes his rounds, the four remaining employees make some deals of their own to survive. lorimarra.com | Blue Ink Productions
The Pets: A Staged Reading Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
Sat., Sep. 22 7:30pm À 75 mins All Ages FREE
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
Staged reading of THE PETS, a play newly adapted from Icelandic novelist/playwright Bragi Ólafsson’s novel. A man hides under his own bed to avoid an unwanted visitor, who promptly lets himself in and begins to invite the man’s other friends over. The longer the man hides, the less able he is to reveal himself. Performed by SUNY Geneseo students and adapted by translator/writer Lytton Smith, Assistant Professor at SUNY Geneseo. In association with Open Letter Books 10th anniversary.
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Phil Shakespeare and The Lord Chamberlain’s Other Men present “The Tempest” MuCCC
Thu., Sep. 13 7pm À 50 mins All Ages $5 Will Shakespeare’s cousin Phil has rescued his drunken, miscreant troupe of vagabond actors from the hands of the law and dragged them to town to present a rollicking version of Will’s “The Tempest,” while calling on the audience to help provide the magic. ShakeCo: The Shakespeare Company of Greater Rochester
Thu., Sep. 20 8:30pm À 60 mins MA $20 On the night before his final trial for gross indecency, Oscar Wilde had an unexpected visitor: Henri de Toulouse Lautrec. The only surviving artifact of that little-known reunion is an unflattering portrait of the defamed writer. Based on true events, we explore the final hours before Wilde’s incarceration; the relationship with his wife Constance; his lover, Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas; and an unexpected friendship with the notorious artist of the Moulin Rouge, Toulouse Lautrec. breadcrumbsproductions.com | Breadcrumbs Productions
The Pillow Book of John W. Borek MuCCC
Sat., Sep. 22 10pm À 60 mins 18+ $5 THE PILLOW BOOK is a collection of observations and musings recorded by Sei Shonagon during her time as court lady to Empress Consort Teshi during the 990s and early 1000s in Heian Japan. The book was completed in the year 1002. Conceptual artist John W. Borek reads from his own pillow book as he enters his seventieth year. The book covers the years 1949 to 2018. Poster by Louie Podlaski. John W. Borek Presents
Positive MuCCC
Sun., Sep. 16 8:30pm • Sun., Sep. 16 9:30pm À 30 mins 13+ $7 In a near future plagued by overpopulation, three prisoners with troubling medical conditions share a cramped cell. Tensions rise and fall as the forced intimacy of living in close proximity draws each of their stories unwillingly out into the open, challenging the certainty of who among them is a criminal and who is a victim. Written by Jess Meyer-Crosby, this one-act play intricately touches on many of today’s timeliest issues by looking at them through an imagined lens of tomorrow. greynoisetheatre.org | Grey Noise Theatre Company
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Fri., Sep. 14 10pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1:30pm À 60 mins 18+ $10 Fed up, frustrated, and even – some would say – pissed off at society, these incredibly energized monologues explode on stage, highlighting many societal ills. Impressively on-target with funny and frightening glimpses into the desperate struggle some Americans face, this is incredible honesty without the “save the world,” rose-coloredglasses tone – critiques that offer up biting and brilliant social commentary. Audiences will leave the show with plenty of laughs and even more to think about.
RIT Players Presents: 15-Minute Hamlet The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 22 3pm À 15 mins 13+ FREE The play, an excerpt from Dogg’s HAMLET, condenses the original (Shakespeare’s) HAMLET, including all the best-known scenes, into approximately 13 minutes of on-stage action. This is followed by another even-more-drastically-reduced performance of the play from beginning to end, lasting two minutes, bringing the total running time to 15 minutes. facebook.com/RITPlayers/ | RIT Players | Sponsored by RIT
“Something’s afoot...” A Literary Mystery at Central Wed., Sep. 19 6pm À 120 mins 5+ FREE There’s been another crime committed at the Central library! An act of theft and plagiarism has gone unchecked, allowing the culprit to make millions, and we need your help to crack the case. Do YOU have what it takes to solve this mystery?? Come for a night full of delightful detection as you interview witnesses and examine clues. Put your sleuthing skills to the test! Program is FREE but ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS RE-
School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre
Wed., Sep. 19 5pm • Sat., Sep. 22 1pm À 60 mins All Ages $10 THE SPYGLASS SEVEN by Michael Seebold is an eerie and darkly romantic play in which the ghost of Edgar Allan Poe is resurrected from the grave for a single night by the spirit of Beauty. Revisited by old rivals and old loves, the poet has one night to find his soul mate, before returning to the grave and eternal night. The play received the 2012 Arts NC State Creative Artist Award for Playwriting and premiered Off-Broadway last Halloween. theatre.arts.ncsu.edu/nc-state-in-nyc/ The Evening Crane Theatre
Sunshine 2.0 Performance The Little: Theatre 5
Fri., Sep. 14 6pm À 60 mins 5+ FREE Sunshine 2.0 performances involve the amazing use of movement, juggling, magic, and other artful, physical elements. The shows not only entertain, they help educate audiences about how the Deaf experience information, using a range of skits and short plays involving sign/mime, dance, gestures, ASL poetry, songs, and storytelling. All performances are presented in sign language and spoken English to provide full audience access. www.ntid.rit.edu/sunshine/performances | Sunshine 2.0 Sponsored by RIT
Three for Ten The Little: Theatre 5
Sat., Sep. 22 2:00pm À 30 mins 18+ FREE In the mood for a surprise? Come to this series of three, 10-minute plays. It’s a grab bag of theatre fun specifically written for the Rochester Fringe! lorimarra.com | Sponsored by RIT
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Sat., Sep. 22 1pm À 30 mins 13+ FREE In this modern twist on the traditional Commedia Della’arte play, audiences will see a dance duet, acrobatic tricks, and elaborate masks. This performance is provided by deaf and hard-of-hearing RIT students and staff members, who seamlessly integrate dance with American Sign Language to create a thought-provoking commentary on the current state of theatre. Voice interpreters will be provided. Unmasked | Sponsored by RIT
Truly Divine School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre
Wed., Sep. 19 9pm • Thu., Sep. 20 9pm • Fri., Sep. 21 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 9pm À 75 mins 18+ $20 RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE star Ginger Minj stars as drag legend Divine in this authorized biographical show featuring Divine’s own music. This one-woman show was written by Logan Donahoo, from an idea by Ginger Minj. The KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival performances are the world premiere of this new work! www.SpinCycleNYC.com
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The Velvet Noose
School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre
Sat., Sep. 15 11am • Sun., Sep. 16 2:45pm À 60 mins 13+ $10 Through the arts of pantomime and masque, this unique theatrical experience will immerse audiences in the curious world of Lewis Carroll’s ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND. MCC’s On The Edge Drama Troupe
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Fri., Sep. 21 10pm À 60 mins 13+ $3 THE VELVET NOOSE gives costumed, immersive theatrical art experiences, under the aegis of primeval self-exploration. The show inspires introspection via droning MOOG sound-bath frequencies, paramount poetics, and entrancing slow-motion choreography –embellished by percussion both soothing and aggressive. Celebrating their critically acclaimed showcase at The MAG with a spring tour that included Hollywood street performances, The Noose will now use the intimate design of MuCCC to evoke the rapture of being alive. www.instagram.com/thevelvetnoose
The Violet Hour Lyric Theatre: Main Stage
Fri., Sep. 14 8pm À 60 mins All Ages $20 THE VIOLET HOUR explores the career of internationally acclaimed soprano Leontyne Price – from the early beginnings of her career up to her final performance of the opera, Aida, at the Metropolitan Opera House in 1985. With the ingenious use of projections and audio, Ms. Lamarre will portray the life of Ms. Leontyne Price, a truly iconic American. www.joellelamarre.com/the-violet-hour
Whispering Inhibitions MuCCC
Sun., Sep. 16 4:30pm • Mon., Sep. 17 8:30pm À 65 mins 13+ $15 WHISPERING INHIBITIONS follows the life of Lara Brelle – awardwinning actor, playwright, director, producer – from the 1970s-80s to present. All characters are important in the play’s flashbacks and current realities. There are moments of darkness, psychological breakdowns, sexual abuses, joy, and enlightenment. Based on a true story with a scattering of fiction, John C. says: “a confession of stolen innocence and search for redemption. How often what is beautiful must cloak what is ugly. But what is beautiful is still worthy.” By Victoria Visiko.
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Thu., Sep. 13 7:30pm • Fri., Sep. 14 5:30pm • Sat., Sep. 15 12:30pm À 90 mins 18+ $20 Straight from its smash-hit run in London and directed by the legendary Austin Pendleton, WOMAN BEFORE A GLASS offers the unforgettable story of a woman before her time. Indulging her uncanny eye for great art and artists, Peggy Guggenheim lived a life too amazing to be believed. She discovered and subsidized many of the greatest Expressionist and Surrealist painters and saved her collection from destruction at the hands of the Nazis. www.womanbeforeaglass.com
Women Yelling at Men on Balconies School of the Arts: Club SOTA
Fri., Sep. 21 9pm • Sat., Sep. 22 9pm À 35 mins 13+ $5 Voss’s BEAUTY IN SAVANNAH: after five years and 1,000 miles apart, Gene wanders back into Rosemary’s world on a summer afternoon in 1958 Savannah, Georgia. Haunted by their pasts, can these two “friends” make up the distance driven between them? Murphy’s GOOD INTENTIONS: on a summer evening in NYC, Leah and Grey are forced to confront their history when they find themselves locked onto a balcony together. What will happen eight years after a disastrous end to their friendship?
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A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Cafe Lobby
Wed., Sep. 12 5pm • Thu., Sep. 13 5pm • Fri., Sep. 14 5pm • Sat., Sep. 15 12pm • Sun., Sep. 16 5pm • Mon., Sep. 17 5pm • Tue., Sep. 18 5pm • Wed., Sep. 19 5pm • Thu., Sep. 20 5pm • Fri., Sep. 21 5pm • Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À Open until 10pm Sun.-Thurs.; until 11pm Fri. & Sat. 13+ FREE According to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)’s report from 2017, one in every 113 people are now forcibly displaced (FD). Of those, 20 people are displaced every minute due to conflict or persecution. This photography installation focuses on the living conditions and spaces of the 65.6 million people whom the world has left behind. The installation’s imagery focuses on living conditions of the FD in Athens, Beirut, and the Calais Jungle, among others.
Sun., Sep. 16 3pm À 90 mins 5+ FREE Through a collective, creative process using dance and musical theatre, members of the RIT/NTID community (deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing students/faculty/staff) from diverse backgrounds discover new meanings about home, family, and a sense of belonging while nurturing and celebrating their differences. Come experience the behind-the-scenes creation of a theatrical production and join a discussion with the cast. Original production conceived, directed, and choreographed by 20-year RIT/NTID Director of Dance Thomas Warfield. Film by RIT graduate, Mark Knox. Sponsored by RIT
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists
Crazy Platez The Little: Cafe Lobby
Crazy Platez is a high-octane, Rochester-themed game, inspired by games like Grand Theft Auto 1 and Crazy Taxi. Your responsibility as a Crazy Platez Delivery Driver is to keep the people of Rochester satisfied and full. Race against the clock to deliver plates and refill your tank before you run out of gas! crazyplatez.fun | Aesthetician Labs | Sponsored by RIT
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On The Way To Oz - a documentary film and discussion on diversity in the arts
Listen to Us The Little: Theatre 5
Fri., Sep. 21 7pm À 90 mins 18+ FREE RIT Photojournalism strives to instill inherent values of ethics, trust, and responsibility that come with documenting the emotions, drama, and exhilaration of human life and history. This shorts program is a selection of videos created by RIT Photojournalism students as part of their studies, and also includes a recent short by faculty member Josh Meltzer that will be part of a companion exhibition opening at RIT in October. www.rit.edu/cla/music RIT Photojournalism | Sponsored by RIT
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Wed., Sep. 12 5pm • Thu., Sep. 13 5pm • Fri., Sep. 14 5pm • Sat., Sep. 15 12pm • Sun., Sep. 16 5pm • Mon., Sep. 17 5pm • Tue., Sep. 18 5pm • Wed., Sep. 19 5pm • Thu., Sep. 20 5pm • Fri., Sep. 21 5pm • Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À Open until 10pm Sun.-Thurs.; until 11pm Fri. & Sat. All Ages FREE The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at RIT is member-led organization that offers a wide range of academic, cultural, and social programs and activities to enrich learners over 50. The Osher community includes an active group of artists in a wide variety of media who enjoy sharing their talents and interests with the organization in the Osher galleries. This exhibit is designed to highlight several of these talented artists. www.rit.edu/osher/ | Sponsored by RIT
Pedestrian Drive-In Spiegelgarden
BLACK PANTHER: Wed., Sep. 12 7:30pm À 135 mins 13+ • PHANTOM THREAD: Thu., Sep. 13 7:30pm À 130 mins 18+ • THE ENGLISH PATIENT: Fri., Sep. 14 7:30pm À 170 mins 18+ • COCO:
FREE outdoor movies in the Spiegelgarden.
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RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Cafe Lobby
Wed., Sep. 12 5pm • Thu., Sep. 13 5pm • Fri., Sep. 14 5pm • Sat., Sep. 15 12pm • Sun., Sep. 16 5pm • Mon., Sep. 17 5pm • Tue., Sep. 18 5pm • Wed., Sep. 19 5pm • Thu., Sep. 20 5pm • Fri., Sep. 21 5pm • Sat., Sep. 22 12pm À Open until 10pm Sun.-Thurs.; until 11pm Fri. & Sat. All Ages FREE Art House’s purpose is to foster a creative and inclusive environment among its members, other special-interesthousing communities, and the RIT student body as a whole. It is dedicated to providing ample opportunities for members to develop personally, academically, and professionally. Members are encouraged to share their ideas, opinions, stories, skills, and hobbies so that they can continue to grow as artists as well as people. arthouse.rit.edu | Sponsored by RIT
RIT School of Film & Animation Honors Show 2018 The Little: Theatre 5
RIT’s School of Film and Animation’s curriculum is rooted in a shared passion for filmmaking, and has been preparing students for many years for successful careers in the feature/independent-film, network-television, and non-broadcast industries. Students produce more than 250 projects each year. The Honors films are chosen to represent collectively every genre and every class level, while many works of the highest merit may not be included due to their length or genre/level already being represented. cias.rit.edu/schools/film-animation | Sponsored by RIT
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Sat., Sep. 22 12pm-4pm All Ages FREE Do you like video games? How about locally-made video games? Come check out ROC Game Dev’s table at The Little at this year’s Fringe! We’ll be featuring some video games made right here in Rochester and you’ll get a chance to meet the developers. ROC Game Dev hosts monthly meetups, workshops, and socials aimed at educating and bringing together individuals who are interested in developing video games. rocgamedev.com | Sponsored by RIT
St. John Fisher College Student Film Festival The Little: Theatre 5
Mon., Sep. 17 7pm À 90 mins 13+ FREE The Department of Media and Communication and the Film and Television minor of the Department of English at St. John Fisher College present the best student films from the 2017-2018 academic year. This year’s entries include “Who Knows?” a student-produced television pilot for a police procedural, and “Why We Push,” a documentary by Nate Sengillo ‘18 about skateboard culture in Rochester. A Q&A with the filmmakers will follow the event. comm.sjfc.edu St. John Fisher College Department of Media and Communication
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Sat., Sep. 15 7pm À 109 mins 5+ • GASLIGHT: Sat., Sep. 15 9pm À 114 mins 13+ • STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI: Sun., Sep. 16 7pm À 152 mins 13+ • SENSATIVITY TRAINING: Mon., Sep. 17 7:30pm À 87 mins 18+ • BABY DRIVER: Tue., Sep. 18 7:30pm À 113 mins 18+ • LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE: Thu., Sep. 20 7:30pm À 125 mins 18+ • RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK: Fri., Sep. 21 7pm À 115 mins 5+ • GET OUT: Fri., Sep. 21 9pm À 103 mins 18+ • THE GOONIES: Sat., Sep. 22 7pm À 111 mins 5+ • LADY BIRD: Sat., Sep. 22 9pm À 93 mins 18+
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
10:00am-5:00pm • Storychick Rochester Storybooth Central Library: Dorris Carlson Reading Garden • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 85)
4:00pm-4:50pm • Fringe Gardens The Avyarium • $9 • Theatre (pg. 90)
5:00pm-10:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 5:30pm-6:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 7:00pm-7:50pm • BardBending: A Same-Sex Shakespeare Sampler The Avyarium • $10 • Theatre (pg. 86) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Off-Monroe Players Gilbert and Sullivan Revue MuCCC • $5 • Theatre (pg. 92) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Tom Willard: A Comedian You’ve Never Heard Of Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE Spiegelgarden • $15 • Comedy (pg. 46) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Sinatra: “Straight Up” Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 81) 7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:30pm-9:00pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $30, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $174 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22)
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7:30pm-10:00pm • Carrie: The Musical Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $12, Seniors: $6, Students (w/ ID): $6 • Theatre (pg. 87) 8:30pm-9:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46)
5:00pm-10:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 5:30pm-6:30pm • View From Here School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Dance (pg. 58)
7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53) 7:30pm-9:00pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $34, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $189 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22)
7:30pm-9:40pm • Phantom Thread Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 38)
5:30pm-7:00pm • Woman Before a Glass School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 97)
8:00pm-9:00pm • Holding On through Song: A Celebration of the AfricanAmerican Spiritual Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $15, Students (w/ ID): $5 • Music (pg. 74)
6:00pm-6:40pm • La Muralla Parcel 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 76)
6:00pm-7:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46)
8:30pm-9:50pm • Personal Foul: A Play Reading MuCCC • $5 • Theatre (pg. 94)
6:00pm-7:00pm • Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49)
9:00pm-9:45pm • Art Lobotomy Writers & Books • $10 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60)
7:00pm-7:50pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Phil Shakespeare and The Lord Chamberlain’s Other Men present “The Tempest” MuCCC • $5 • Theatre (pg. 94) 7:00pm-8:00pm • The Extraordinary Muffin Theatre Spectacular The Avyarium • $12 • Comedy (pg. 48)
9:00pm-9:50pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 9:00pm-10:00pm • A Fool’s Odyssey The Avyarium • $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 9:00pm-10:15pm • Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Theatre (pg. 91) 9:30pm-10:30pm • Bitter B*tch Cabaret School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 87)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Garth Fagan Dance Garth Fagan Dance Studio • $20 • Dance (pg. 56)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
7:00pm-8:00pm • The Hooperellas Spectacular! Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $15 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
4:00pm-5:00pm • A Fool’s Odyssey The Avyarium • $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Mystic Stew Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 77)
8:30pm-9:20pm • The Phil Shakespeare Show MuCCC • $5 • Comedy (pg. 52)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Tango Experience Memorial Art Gallery • $15 • Dance (pg. 58)
9:00pm-9:45pm • Art Lobotomy Writers & Books • $10 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60)
7:00pm-8:00pm • What!? - Two magicians telling the truth Geva Theatre Center • $15 • Comedy (pg. 53)
9:00pm-9:50pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76)
7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:15pm-8:15pm • Banachek’s Telepathy School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $22 • Theatre (pg. 86)
5:30pm-6:30pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88) 5:30pm-6:30pm • What!? - Two magicians telling the truth Geva Theatre Center • $15 • Comedy (pg. 53)
6:00pm-6:50pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
7:00pm-7:45pm • Left For Dead Improv Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 49)
5:30pm-6:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
7:30pm-9:00pm • Woman Before a Glass School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 97)
8:30pm-9:30pm • Parents & Children, Husbands & Wives: It’s All Relatives Geva Theatre Center • $15, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68)
6:00pm-7:00pm • Love and Information School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 91)
Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99)
5:00pm-5:40pm • The Crooked North Parcel 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 72) 5:00pm-10:00pm • Light Painting Experience Parcel 5 • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66) 5:00pm-11:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-11:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-11:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre
6:00pm-7:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Sunshine 2.0 Performance The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Theatre (pg. 95) 6:00pm-7:30pm • B2, performing classic acoustic rock and originals The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 70) 6:30pm-7:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 6:30pm-7:30pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88) 6:30pm-7:40pm • Now & Then MuCCC • $15 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66) 6:30pm-7:45pm • Complimentary Heckling Parcel 5 • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 84) 7:00pm-7:45pm • TheFix @ the Fringe The Avyarium • $10 • Music (pg. 81) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Vanishing Sun Parcel 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 82) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Garth Fagan Dance Garth Fagan Dance Studio • $20 • Dance (pg. 56) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Good Catch Geva Theatre Center • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Hedwig and the Angry Inch Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $13, Seniors: $10, Veterans: $10, Students (w/ ID): $10 • Theatre (pg. 90) 7:00pm-8:00pm • PAXTOR Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 77) 7:00pm-8:00pm • UR IPM Presents The Yes Album Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall • $10 • Music (pg. 82) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $34, VIP
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12:30pm-1:30pm • Fairy Tale Ending: The Big Bad Musical School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 88)
3:30pm-4:30pm • The Magic of David Anthony School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Comedy (pg. 49)
12:30pm-2:00pm • Woman Before a Glass School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 97)
4:00pm-5:00pm • BirthWrite Geva Theatre Center • $15 • Spoken Word (pg. 84)
1:00pm-1:20pm • Pop Go The Bells Lyric Theatre: Lyric Lawn • FREE • Music (pg. 78)
4:00pm-5:00pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88)
1:00pm-2:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BETROTHAL Spiegelgarden • $20 • Comedy (pg. 46)
4:00pm-5:00pm • A Fool’s Odyssey The Avyarium • $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
11:00pm-2:00am • Silent Disco Spiegeltent • $12 (Prices increase 9/1) • Dance (pg. 28)
1:00pm-2:00pm • Invoking Justice Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Veterans: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
4:00pm-5:00pm • Godspell Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $12, Seniors: $6, Students (w/ ID): $6 • Theatre (pg. 90)
7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
1:00pm-2:15pm • Mustard Seed, Private Pain MuCCC • $15 • Theatre (pg. 92)
7:30pm-10:20pm • The English Patient Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 38)
10:00am-10:45am • Amazing Exotic Animals MuCCC • $15 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59)
8:00pm-8:45pm • Left For Dead Improv Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 49)
11:00am-11:50am • Elemental Guardians: A Superhero Cirque Story School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $15 • Dance (pg. 54)
continues from page 101 Booths (Seat 6): $189 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Mademoiselle Petit Pas Teaches Dances and Other Passions Blackfriars Theatre • $12 • Theatre (pg. 92) 7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:15pm-8:15pm • Banachek’s Telepathy School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $22 • Theatre (pg. 86) 7:30pm-8:30pm • Pinch and Squeal School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $18 • Comedy (pg. 50)
8:00pm-9:00pm • The Violet Hour Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $20 • Theatre (pg. 96) 8:00pm-9:15pm • Mustard Seed, Private Pain MuCCC • $15 • Theatre (pg. 92) 8:30pm-9:30pm • Sad Bastards The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 80) 8:30pm-10:00pm • Massaoke Parcel 5 • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 18) 9:00pm-10:00pm • The Bald-Faced Truth: Comedy Songs by James Harvey Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall • $10 • Comedy (pg. 45)
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
9:00pm-10:00pm • Divine Milieu: the Last Confession of Teilhard de Chardin The Avyarium • $10 • Theatre (pg. 88)
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9:00pm-10:00pm • Ralph Tetta - 30 Years in Comedy School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $15 • Comedy (pg. 50) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Stand-Up Through the Ages School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 52) 9:00pm-10:00pm • UR IPM Presents Led Zeppelin IV Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall • $10 • Music (pg. 82) 9:00pm-10:15pm • Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Theatre (pg. 91) 9:15pm-10:35pm • Other People’s Shows Spiegeltent • $21, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $125 (Prices increase 9/1) • Comedy (pg. 50)
9:30pm-10:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 10:00pm-11:00pm • Not Her Again! Writers & Books • $20 • Comedy (pg. 50) 10:00pm-11:00pm • Pounding Nails in the Floor with My Forehead MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 95) 10:30pm-11:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 11:00pm-11:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46)
2:00pm-2:15pm • RIT Surround Sound The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 78) 2:00pm-2:45pm • Left For Dead Improv Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 49)
4:00pm-5:00pm • Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 4:00pm-5:00pm • Totally Rad! An 80’s Pop Adventure School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $10 • Music (pg. 81) 5:00pm-5:40pm • The Annual Bill Destler and Rebecca Johnson Show The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 70)
11:00am-12:00pm • LOST IN THE SHUFFLE Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $5 • Dance (pg. 57)
2:00pm-3:00pm • Flower City Vaudeville’s SECOND Annual Farewell Tour School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10, Kids 12 And Under: $5 • Comedy (pg. 48)
11:00am-12:00pm • UNCOMMON NONSENSE: A Masked Journey Through Wonderland School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 96)
2:00pm-3:00pm • Frazee Feet Dance: A Compilation of Choreography by Zachary Frazee Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $10 • Dance (pg. 56)
11:30am-12:30pm • Stages of the Game Teen Improv Troupe MuCCC • $10 • Comedy (pg. 52)
2:00pm-3:00pm • Garth Fagan Dance Garth Fagan Dance Studio • $20 • Dance (pg. 56)
12:00pm-1:00pm • Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59)
2:00pm-3:00pm • Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59)
12:00pm-1:00pm • WORLD MUSIC & YOGA BALLET Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $10, Seniors: $7, Students (w/ ID): $7 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68)
5:00pm-6:00pm • The Hooperellas Spectacular! Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $15 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
2:30pm-2:45pm • Proof of Purchase A Cappella The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 78)
5:00pm-10:00pm • Light Painting Experience Parcel 5 • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66)
2:30pm-3:30pm • What!? - Two magicians telling the truth Geva Theatre Center • $15 • Comedy (pg. 53)
5:15pm-6:15pm • Ball in the House: Music That’ll MOVE Ya School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $15 • Music (pg. 71)
12:00pm-4:00pm • Crazy Platez The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 12:00pm-4:00pm • RIT School of Film & Animation Honors Show 2018 The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 12:00pm-11:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 12:00pm-11:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 12:00pm-11:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 12:30pm-1:30pm • Disco Kids Spiegeltent • $6 • Kids Fringe (pg. 29)
2:30pm-3:45pm • Fielder’s Choice School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $12 • Theatre (pg. 88) 2:30pm-4:00pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $30, Kids 12 And Under: $22, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $174 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 3:00pm-3:45pm • An Equal Right to Act: Remembering the Rochester Woman’s Rights Convention of 1848 Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $5 • Theatre (pg. 88) 3:00pm-5:00pm • Fringe Wine & Spirits Tasting Spiegelgarden • $10 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 37) 3:30pm-4:30pm • Dream Lab: Fascinating Transition MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 88)
5:00pm-5:40pm • Chris Eves and the New Normal Parcel 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 71) 5:00pm-6:00pm • 12 DOLLARS MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 86) 5:00pm-6:00pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88) 5:00pm-6:00pm • The Genesee Three Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 73)
6:00pm-6:30pm • Mental Graffiti Poetry The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 84) 6:00pm-6:40pm • EightFingers Parcel 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 72) 6:00pm-6:50pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 6:00pm-6:50pm • With The Cows Writers & Books • $10 • Spoken Word (pg. 85) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49)
Theatre Center • $20 • Comedy (pg. 46)
6:00pm-7:30pm • Norm & the Outliers The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 77)
8:00pm-9:00pm • Holding On through Song: A Celebration of the AfricanAmerican Spiritual Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $15, Students (w/ ID): $5 • Music (pg. 74)
6:30pm-6:50pm • Pop Go The Bells Lyric Theatre: Lyric Lawn • FREE • Music (pg. 78)
8:00pm-9:00pm • Howie Hypnotize Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48)
6:30pm-7:20pm • Encore Geva Theatre Center • $18, Students (w/ ID): $15, Kids 12 And Under: $12 • Dance (pg. 54)
8:00pm-9:15pm • The Dividing Line MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 87)
6:30pm-7:20pm • Off-Monroe Players Gilbert and Sullivan Revue MuCCC • $5 • Theatre (pg. 92) 6:30pm-7:45pm • Complimentary Heckling Parcel 5 • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 84) 7:00pm-7:45pm • Desert Rhythms The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 72) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Cold Fronts Parcel 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 71) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 7:00pm-7:55pm • One Last Bow, Eulogy For the Bard The Avyarium • $10 • Theatre (pg. 92) 7:00pm-8:00pm • DRE|RED Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall • $10 • Music (pg. 72) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Hedwig and the Angry Inch Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $13, Seniors: $10, Veterans: $10, Students (w/ ID): $10 • Theatre (pg. 90) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Leah and the Upheaval Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 76) 7:00pm-8:00pm • PUSH Physical Theatre School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Dance (pg. 57) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $34, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $189 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22)
7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:30pm-8:30pm • Pinch and Squeal School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $18 • Comedy (pg. 50) 7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53) 8:00pm-8:45pm • Art Lobotomy Writers & Books • $10 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60) 8:00pm-9:00pm • EstroFest Comedy: Celebrating 20 Years of Laughs Geva
8:30pm-10:00pm • Massaoke Parcel 5 • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 18) 9:00pm-9:50pm • BardBending: A Same-Sex Shakespeare Sampler The Avyarium • $10 • Theatre (pg. 86) 9:00pm-9:50pm • Elemental Guardians: A Superhero Cirque Story School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $15 • Dance (pg. 54) 9:00pm-10:00pm • MOUNTAIN BLUES: HIMALAYAN TO APPALACHIAN: HOWIE LESTER WITH SARANGI AND FIDDLE The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 76) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Nuts and Bolts Comedy Improv School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $10 • Comedy (pg. 50) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Stand-Up Through the Ages School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 52) 9:00pm-10:54pm • Gaslight Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 38) 9:00pm-11:30pm • Carrie: The Musical Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $12, Seniors: $6, Students (w/ ID): $6 • Theatre (pg. 87) 9:15pm-10:35pm • Other People’s Shows Spiegeltent • $21, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $125 (Prices increase 9/1) • Comedy (pg. 50) 9:30pm-10:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 9:30pm-10:30pm • Good Catch Geva Theatre Center • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48) 10:00pm-10:45pm • Jesus Was No Sissy Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48) 10:30pm-11:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 11:00pm-2:00am • Silent Disco Spiegeltent • $12 (Prices increase 9/1) • Dance (pg. 28)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 11:00am-12:00pm • BirthWrite Geva Theatre Center • $15 • Spoken Word (pg. 84)
2:30pm-3:30pm • EstroFest Comedy: Celebrating 20 Years of Laughs Geva Theatre Center • $20 • Comedy (pg. 46)
11:00am-12:00pm • LOST IN THE SHUFFLE Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $5 • Dance (pg. 57)
2:45pm-3:45pm • UNCOMMON NONSENSE: A Masked Journey Through Wonderland School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 96)
11:00am-12:00pm • Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59) 12:00pm-12:45pm • Amazing Exotic Animals MuCCC • $15 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59) 12:00pm-1:00pm • Elemental Enormity Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $12 • Dance (pg. 54) 12:00pm-1:00pm • Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59) 12:30pm-2:30pm • Fringe Afternoon Tea Spiegeltent • $39 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 26) 1:00pm-1:30pm • You are No Match for Me Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53) 1:00pm-1:50pm • Encore Geva Theatre Center • $18, Students (w/ ID): $15, Kids 12 And Under: $12 • Dance (pg. 54) 1:00pm-2:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BETROTHAL Spiegelgarden • $20 • Comedy (pg. 46) 1:00pm-2:00pm • The Kitchen Revue and Other Enticing Treats School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66) 1:00pm-2:00pm • “She Loves You!” The TLC Trio Sings the Beatles Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $20 • Music (pg. 81) 1:00pm-2:00pm • Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59) 1:30pm-2:15pm • Music and Visuals with Motion Capture The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 77) 1:30pm-2:30pm • Stages of the Game Teen Improv Troupe MuCCC • $10 • Comedy (pg. 52) 2:00pm-2:30pm • A Touch of Dance: RICOCHET Village Gate • FREE • Dance (pg. 54) 2:00pm-3:00pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88) 2:00pm-3:00pm • Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59) 2:00pm-3:00pm • WORLD MUSIC & YOGA BALLET Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $10, Seniors: $7, Students (w/ ID): $7 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68) 2:00pm-3:30pm • Gospel Sunday Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall • FREE • Music (pg. 40)
3:00pm-3:45pm • Jesus Was No Sissy Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48) 3:00pm-3:50pm • Commotion Dance Theater MuCCC • $10 • Dance (pg. 54) 3:00pm-4:00pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88) 3:00pm-4:00pm • Flower City Vaudeville’s SECOND Annual Farewell Tour School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10, Kids 12 And Under: $5 • Comedy (pg. 48) 3:00pm-4:30pm • On The Way To Oz - a documentary film and discussion on diversity in the arts The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 3:30pm-5:30pm • Fringe Afternoon Tea Spiegeltent • $39 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 26) 4:00pm-5:00pm • Godspell Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $12, Seniors: $6, Students (w/ ID): $6 • Theatre (pg. 90) 4:00pm-5:00pm • Learning Targets School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 4:00pm-5:00pm • Level Up The Avyarium • $12 • Theatre (pg. 91) 4:00pm-5:00pm • Mo-to-the-oncle School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $15 • Comedy (pg. 49) 4:00pm-5:00pm • Parents & Children, Husbands & Wives: It’s All Relatives Geva Theatre Center • $15, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68) 4:30pm-5:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 4:30pm-5:35pm • Whispering Inhibitions MuCCC • $15 • Theatre (pg. 96) 5:00pm-5:50pm • With The Cows Writers & Books • $10 • Spoken Word (pg. 85) 5:00pm-6:00pm • Fabulous Females Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $15 • Music (pg. 73) 5:00pm-6:00pm • View From Here School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Dance (pg. 58) 5:00pm-10:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98)
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7:00pm-8:49pm • Coco Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 38)
8:15pm-9:00pm • Out of Sync: Kaleidoscope The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68)
11:00am-12:00pm • Fairy Tale Ending: The Big Bad Musical School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 88)
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6:00pm-7:00pm • Mo-to-the-oncle School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $15 • Comedy (pg. 49)
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continues from page 103 5:00pm-10:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 5:30pm-6:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 5:30pm-6:30pm • Virtual Karaoke The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 82) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Elemental Enormity Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $12 • Dance (pg. 54) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Ralph Tetta - 30 Years in Comedy School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $15 • Comedy (pg. 50) 6:30pm-7:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 6:30pm-7:20pm • Encore Geva Theatre Center • $18, Students (w/ ID): $15, Kids 12 And Under: $12 • Dance (pg. 54) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Show of Farce - A Comedy of Errors MuCCC • $15 • Comedy (pg. 52) 7:00pm-8:00pm • A Fool’s Odyssey The Avyarium • $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
7:00pm-8:00pm • Hedwig and the Angry Inch Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $13, Seniors: $10, Veterans: $10, Students (w/ ID): $10 • Theatre (pg. 90)
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7:00pm-8:00pm • The Magic of David Anthony School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Comedy (pg. 49) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $30, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $174 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:00pm-9:32pm • Star Wars: The Last Jedi Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 38) 7:30pm-8:00pm • A Touch of Dance: RICOCHET Village Gate • FREE • Dance (pg. 54) 7:30pm-8:45pm • Black Deaf Male: Who Am I? The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Theatre (pg. 87)
7:30pm-8:45pm • Fielder’s Choice School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $12 • Theatre (pg. 88) 7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53) 8:00pm-9:00pm • Aria Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60) 8:00pm-9:00pm • What!? - Two magicians telling the truth Geva Theatre Center • $15 • Comedy (pg. 53) 8:30pm-9:00pm • Positive MuCCC • $7 • Theatre (pg. 94) 8:30pm-9:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 8:30pm-9:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE Spiegelgarden • $15 • Comedy (pg. 46) 9:00pm-11:30pm • Carrie: The Musical Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $12, Seniors: $6, Students (w/ ID): $6 • Theatre (pg. 87)
din The Avyarium • $10 • Theatre (pg. 88) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Jimmy C Cabaret Show ... The Music The Magic The Fun Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $10 • Comedy (pg. 49) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $30, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $174 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 7:00pm-8:30pm • St. John Fisher College Student Film Festival The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:30pm-8:57pm • Sensitivity Training Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 39) 8:00pm-9:00pm • Aria Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60)
9:30pm-10:00pm • Positive MuCCC • $7 • Theatre (pg. 94)
8:00pm-9:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE Spiegelgarden • $15 • Comedy (pg. 46)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
8:30pm-9:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76)
5:00pm-10:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 5:30pm-6:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Sinatra: “Straight Up” Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 81) 6:30pm-7:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
8:30pm-9:35pm • Whispering Inhibitions MuCCC • $15 • Theatre (pg. 96) 9:00pm-9:55pm • The Sammich: An Evening of Improvised Theatre The Avyarium • $10 • Comedy (pg. 52) 9:00pm-10:00pm • The 24-Hour Plays Writers & Books • $18 • Theatre (pg. 86)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 5:00pm-10:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98)
6:30pm-7:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE Spiegelgarden • $15 • Comedy (pg. 46)
5:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99)
6:30pm-7:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE Spiegelgarden • $15 • Comedy (pg. 46)
5:30pm-6:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
7:00pm-7:50pm • Medea MuCCC • $8 • Theatre (pg. 92)
5:30pm-7:00pm • Mademoiselle Petit Pas Teaches Dances and Other Passions Blackfriars Theatre • $12 • Theatre (pg. 92)
7:00pm-8:00pm • The 24-Hour Plays Writers & Books • $18 • Theatre (pg. 86) 7:00pm-8:00pm • A Brit Of Magic Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall • $10, Kids 12 And Under: $5 • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Divine Milieu: the Last Confession of Teilhard de Char-
6:00pm-7:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Frazee Feet Dance: A Compilation of Choreography by Zachary Frazee Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $10 • Dance (pg. 56)
6:30pm-7:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Fringe Gardens The Avyarium • $9 • Theatre (pg. 90) 7:00pm-7:50pm • The Geriactors Present! Writers & Books • $15 • Theatre (pg. 90) 7:00pm-8:00pm • A Brit Of Magic Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall • $10, Kids 12 And Under: $5 • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Fabulous Females Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $15 • Music (pg. 73) 7:00pm-8:00pm • The Girl in the Band Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Theatre (pg. 90) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Mystic Stew Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 77) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Obligatory Villagers present: The Big One MuCCC • $8 • Theatre (pg. 92) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $30, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $174 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 7:30pm-9:23pm • Baby Driver Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 39) 8:00pm-9:00pm • Unleashed! IMPROV Presents: SECRETS Blackfriars Theatre • $12 • Comedy (pg. 53) 8:30pm-9:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 8:30pm-9:30pm • 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick: A Dirk Darrow Investigation Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Veterans: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Comedy (pg. 45) 8:30pm-9:30pm • Home is a FourLetter Word MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 91) 8:30pm-9:30pm • Jimmy C Cabaret Show ... The Music The Magic The Fun Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $10 • Comedy (pg. 49) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Cottage Street The Avyarium • $10 • Music (pg. 72)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 2:00pm-2:50pm • The Geriactors Present! Writers & Books • $15 • Theatre (pg. 90) 5:00pm-6:00pm • The Spyglass Seven School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 95) 5:00pm-10:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98)
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continues from page 104 5:00pm-10:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 5:30pm-6:30pm • The Kitchen Revue and Other Enticing Treats School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66) 6:00pm-7:00pm • 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick: A Dirk Darrow Investigation Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Veterans: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Comedy (pg. 45) 6:00pm-7:00pm • A Jazz Musician Walks Into a Comics Shop Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $10 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66) 6:00pm-8:00pm • “Something’s afoot...” A Literary Mystery at Central Central Library: Harold Hacker Hall • FREE • Theatre (pg. 95) 6:15pm-7:15pm • Vocal Point AllFemale A Cappella School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $10 • Music (pg. 82) 7:00pm-7:50pm • Medea MuCCC • $8 • Theatre (pg. 92) 7:00pm-8:00pm • After Hours – A Cappella Hour Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall • $10 • Music (pg. 70) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BURIAL Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Color and Light: Celebrating Sondheim Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $12 • Music (pg. 71) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Divine Milieu: the Last Confession of Teilhard de Chardin The Avyarium • $10 • Theatre (pg. 88)
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
7:00pm-8:00pm • PAXTOR Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 77)
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7:00pm-8:15pm • The Choirs among the Wolves! More Supernatural Tales from Native American tradition in Western New York Writers & Books • $15 • Spoken Word (pg. 84) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $30, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $174 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45)
8:30pm-9:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76)
School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53)
School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $18 • Comedy (pg. 50)
7:30pm-8:45pm • Fielder’s Choice School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $12 • Theatre (pg. 88)
6:00pm-6:55pm • I Know It Was the Blood: The Totally True Adventures of a Newfangled Black Woman Geva Theatre Center • $10 • Theatre (pg. 91)
8:30pm-9:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE Spiegelgarden • $15 • Comedy (pg. 46)
6:00pm-7:00pm • Learning Targets School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49)
8:30pm-9:30pm • The Picture of Oscar Wilde MuCCC • $20 • Theatre (pg. 94)
6:00pm-7:00pm • ROC City Ringers Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $10 • Music (pg. 80)
9:00pm-9:50pm • BardBending: A Same-Sex Shakespeare Sampler The Avyarium • $10 • Theatre (pg. 86)
6:30pm-7:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BURIAL Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46)
9:00pm-10:00pm • 50 Shades Of Gay Writers & Books • $15 • Comedy (pg. 45)
6:30pm-7:30pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88)
9:00pm-10:00pm • Banachek’s Telepathy School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $22 • Theatre (pg. 86)
7:30pm-9:00pm • Trivia City: An Arts & Culture Quiz Spiegelgarden • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68) 8:30pm-9:15pm • Flawed Beautifully MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 90) 8:30pm-9:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 9:00pm-9:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46) 9:00pm-10:00pm • 50 Shades Of Gay Writers & Books • $15 • Comedy (pg. 45) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Learning Targets School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Parents & Children, Husbands & Wives: It’s All Relatives Geva Theatre Center • $15, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68) 9:00pm-10:15pm • Light Blue Gospel Blues Extravaganza School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Music (pg. 76) 9:00pm-10:15pm • Truly Divine School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 96)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Becoming Grandma Kat: One Man Show Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Garth Fagan Dance Garth Fagan Dance Studio • $20 • Dance (pg. 56) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Hedwig and the Angry Inch Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $13, Seniors: $10, Veterans: $10, Students (w/ ID): $10 • Theatre (pg. 90) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Leah and the Upheaval Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 76)
9:00pm-10:00pm • Merged VI Geva Theatre Center • $12 • Dance (pg. 57) 9:00pm-10:00pm • Stand-Up Through the Ages School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 52) 9:00pm-10:15pm • Truly Divine School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 96) 9:15pm-10:35pm • Shotspeare Spiegeltent • $21, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $123 (Prices increase 9/1) • Comedy (pg. 52)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Level Up The Avyarium • $12 • Theatre (pg. 91)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
9:15pm-10:35pm • Shotspeare Spiegeltent • $21, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $123 (Prices increase 9/1) • Comedy (pg. 52)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Polite Ink. Sketch & Improv Presents: On The Spot MuCCC • $10, Seniors: $8, Veterans: $8, Students (w/ ID): $8 • Comedy (pg. 50)
4:00pm-4:55pm • The Sammich: An Evening of Improvised Theatre The Avyarium • $10 • Comedy (pg. 52)
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
7:00pm-8:00pm • PUSH Physical Theatre School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Dance (pg. 57)
2:00pm-2:50pm • The Geriactors Present! Writers & Books • $15 • Theatre (pg. 90) 5:00pm-6:00pm • The Genesee Three Java’s Cafe • FREE • Music (pg. 73) 5:00pm-10:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99)
7:15pm-8:15pm • The Head Of The Table School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $15 • Dance (pg. 58)
5:15pm-6:15pm • Flower City Vaudeville’s SECOND Annual Farewell Tour School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10, Kids 12 And Under: $5 • Comedy (pg. 48)
7:30pm-8:30pm • Merged VI Geva Theatre Center • $12 • Dance (pg. 57)
5:30pm-6:30pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88)
7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models
5:30pm-6:30pm • Pinch and Squeal
7:00pm-8:15pm • Confessions of a Prairie B!*@h School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $34, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $189 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:30pm-8:30pm • 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick: A Dirk Darrow Investigation Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Veterans: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Comedy (pg. 45)
5:00pm-5:40pm • The Uptown Groove Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 42) 5:00pm-6:00pm • Love and Information School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 91) 5:00pm-11:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-11:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 5:00pm-11:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 5:30pm-6:10pm • Beyond Words The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Theatre (pg. 86)
7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53)
5:30pm-6:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
7:30pm-9:35pm • Like Water for Chocolate Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 39)
5:30pm-6:30pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88)
8:00pm-9:00pm • Mad-Liberation Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $15 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66)
5:30pm-6:30pm • EstroFest Comedy: Celebrating 20 Years of Laughs Geva Theatre Center • $20 • Comedy (pg. 46)
7:15pm-8:15pm • Obstacles School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $15 • Dance (pg. 57)
5:45pm-6:45pm • Complimentary Heckling Spiegelgarden • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 84)
7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53)
6:00pm-6:40pm • A Cappella AllStars: The Yellowjackets, Vocal Point & POP Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 42)
7:45pm-8:45pm • Pinch and Squeal School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $18 • Comedy (pg. 50)
6:00pm-7:00pm • Al Biles and GenJam The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 70) 6:00pm-7:00pm • Learning Targets School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 6:15pm-7:30pm • Confessions of a Prairie B!*@h School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
8:00pm-9:00pm • Bill Dresnack, Original Songs on the Spectrum of Emotions, and Maybe Some Surprise Covers The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 71) 8:00pm-9:00pm • Mad-Liberation Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • $15 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 66) 8:00pm-9:00pm • Tym Moss A- Live: Fun! Fabulous! Flamboyant Writers & Books • $15 • Music (pg. 81)
6:30pm-7:20pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
8:10pm-9:10pm • Gold Koa Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 42)
6:30pm-7:30pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88)
8:30pm-9:25pm • I Know It Was the Blood: The Totally True Adventures of a Newfangled Black Woman Geva Theatre Center • $10 • Theatre (pg. 91)
7:00pm-7:45pm • Poetry in Motion The Avyarium • $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68) 7:00pm-7:50pm • A Girl Named Genny Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 42) 7:00pm-8:00pm • 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick: A Dirk Darrow Investigation Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Veterans: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Comedy (pg. 45)
8:30pm-9:30pm • Home is a FourLetter Word MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 91) 9:00pm-9:35pm • Women Yelling at Men on Balconies School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $5 • Theatre (pg. 97) 9:00pm-9:45pm • Good Joke/Bad Joke Bingo Central Library: Rundel Arts Room (glass cube!) • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Garth Fagan Dance Garth Fagan Dance Studio • $20 • Dance (pg. 56)
9:00pm-10:00pm • Echoes of Africa Central Library: Kate Gleason Auditorium • $10 • Dance (pg. 54)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Hedwig and the Angry Inch Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • $13, Seniors: $10, Veterans: $10, Students (w/ ID): $10 • Theatre (pg. 90)
9:00pm-10:00pm • The Extraordinary Muffin Theatre Spectacular The Avyarium • $12 • Comedy (pg. 48)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Listen to Us The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 7:00pm-8:00pm • Obligatory Villagers present: The Big One MuCCC • $8 • Theatre (pg. 92)
7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $34, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $189 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22)
9:00pm-10:15pm • Truly Divine School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 96) 9:00pm-10:43pm • Get Out Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 39) 9:15pm-10:35pm • Shotspeare Spiegeltent • $24, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $141 (Prices increase 9/1) • Comedy (pg. 52) 9:30pm-10:15pm • Spooky Stories in the Stacks Central Library: Library stacks • $10 • Spoken Word (pg. 85)
7:00pm-8:55pm • Raiders of the Lost Ark Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 39)
9:30pm-10:45pm • Roses & Revolutions Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 42)
7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45)
10:00pm-10:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46)
12:00pm-1:00pm • Art as Voice: The Collage MuCCC • $15 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60)
10:00pm-11:00pm • 50 Shades Of Gay Writers & Books • $15 • Comedy (pg. 45)
12:00pm-1:00pm • Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59)
10:00pm-11:00pm • BIG WIGS Featuring Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune Blackfriars Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 86)
12:00pm-1:00pm • Ready for the Big One? The Edinburgh Fringe! Writers & Books • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 68)
10:00pm-11:00pm • The Velvet Noose MuCCC • $3 • Theatre (pg. 96)
12:00pm-2:00pm • Fringe Street Beat Prelims Gibbs Street (between Main & East) • FREE • Dance (pg. 41)
10:30pm-11:15pm • Spooky Stories in the Stacks Central Library: Library stacks • $10 • Spoken Word (pg. 85)
12:00pm-3:00pm • Kids Chalk Art Spiegelgarden • FREE • Kids Fringe (pg. 35)
10:30pm-11:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76)
12:00pm-3:00pm • Pumpkin Painting Spiegelgarden • FREE • Kids Fringe (pg. 35)
10:30pm-11:30pm • Echoes of Africa Central Library: Kate Gleason Auditorium • $10 • Dance (pg. 54)
12:00pm-4:00pm • ROC Game Dev Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99)
11:00pm-11:45pm • Good Joke/Bad Joke Bingo Central Library: Rundel Arts Room (glass cube!) • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48) 11:00pm-2:00am • Silent Disco Spiegeltent • $12 (Prices increase 9/1) • Dance (pg. 28)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 10:00am-11:00am • Beyond Rochester: Which Fringe is Next Writers & Books • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60) 10:30am-11:30am • Format Mayhem MuCCC • $8 • Dance (pg. 56) 11:00am-11:20am • SUNY Geneseo String Quartet Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • FREE • Music (pg. 81) 11:00am-11:50am • Elemental Guardians: A Superhero Cirque Story School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $15 • Dance (pg. 54) 11:00am-12:00pm • Disco Kids Spiegeltent • $6 • Kids Fringe (pg. 29) 11:00am-12:00pm • Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59) 11:30am-1:00pm • Geneseo Chamber Music Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 73) 12:00pm-12:20pm • Encore A Cappella The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 73) 12:00pm-12:30pm • RIT Ukulele Club The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 78) 12:00pm-12:30pm • You are No Match for Me Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53) 12:00pm-12:50pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
12:00pm-11:00pm • A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 12:00pm-11:00pm • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 98) 12:00pm-11:00pm • RIT Art House Showcase The Little: Little Theatre Cafe Lobby • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 99) 12:00pm-12:00am • ArtAwake First Federal Plaza • FREE • Multidisciplinary (pg. 60) 12:45pm-1:10pm • RIT’s Eight Beat Measure The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 80) 1:00pm-1:20pm • Pop Go The Bells Lyric Theatre: Lyric Lawn • FREE • Music (pg. 78) 1:00pm-1:30pm • The Tragic Life of Arlecchino The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Theatre (pg. 96) 1:00pm-1:50pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87) 1:00pm-1:55pm • I Know It Was the Blood: The Totally True Adventures of a Newfangled Black Woman Geva Theatre Center • $10 • Theatre (pg. 91) 1:00pm-2:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BETROTHAL Spiegelgarden • $20 • Comedy (pg. 46) 1:00pm-2:00pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88) 1:00pm-2:00pm • Playing with Potential: Expanding the Irish Dance Tradition School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Dance (pg. 57)
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7:00pm-8:10pm • Eddie Izzard: Believe Me Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre • $27, Zone 1: $42, Zone 2: $60, Zone 3: $79 • Comedy (pg. 26)
9:00pm-10:15pm • Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Theatre (pg. 91)
10:00pm-10:45pm • Good Joke/Bad Joke Bingo Central Library: Rundel Arts Room (glass cube!) • $10 • Comedy (pg. 48)
DAY-BY-DAY SCHEDULE
5:30pm-6:30pm • ROC City Singers School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $10 • Music (pg. 80)
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continues from page 107 1:00pm-2:00pm • The Spyglass Seven School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 95) 1:00pm-2:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $30, Kids 12 And Under: $22, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $174 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22) 1:15pm-2:15pm • Geneseo String Band Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 74) 1:30pm-1:45pm • RIT Vocal Accent The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 78) 1:30pm-2:30pm • Pounding Nails in the Floor with My Forehead MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 95) 1:30pm-3:00pm • Mademoiselle Petit Pas Teaches Dances and Other Passions Blackfriars Theatre • $12 • Theatre (pg. 92) 2:00pm-2:15pm • RIT Surround Sound The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 78) 2:00pm-2:30pm • Three for Ten The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Theatre (pg. 95) 2:00pm-3:00pm • Becoming Grandma Kat: One Man Show Writers & Books • $10 • Comedy (pg. 45) 2:00pm-3:00pm • Drive-in Dramas School of the Arts: Courtyard • $20 • Theatre (pg. 88) 2:00pm-3:00pm • Garth Fagan Dance Garth Fagan Dance Studio • $20 • Dance (pg. 56) 2:00pm-3:00pm • Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Kids Fringe (pg. 59) 2:30pm-3:30pm • Creative Writing @ Geneseo Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 84)
KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
2:30pm-3:30pm • Merged VI Geva Theatre Center • $12 • Dance (pg. 57)
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2:30pm-3:30pm • Vocal Point AllFemale A Cappella School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $10 • Music (pg. 82) 3:00pm-3:15pm • RIT Players Presents: 15-Minute Hamlet The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Theatre (pg. 95) 3:00pm-3:30pm • The Brick City Singers The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 71) 3:00pm-4:00pm • Banachek’s Telepathy School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $22 • Theatre (pg. 86) 3:00pm-4:00pm • Broccolo Ladybug Bonanza Spiegelgarden • FREE • Kids Fringe (pg. 35) 3:00pm-4:00pm • Eastman Percussion Ensemble: Steve Reich’s DRUMMING Eastman School of Music:
Sproull Atrium at Miller Center • $10 • Music (pg. 72)
V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
3:00pm-4:30pm • Fringe Street Beat Finals Gibbs Street (between Main & East) • FREE • Dance (pg. 41)
6:00pm-7:00pm • Stand-Up Through the Ages School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 52)
3:30pm-4:15pm • Moments of Gold MuCCC • $10 • Dance (pg. 57)
6:00pm-7:00pm • Tym Moss A- Live: Fun! Fabulous! Flamboyant Writers & Books • $15 • Music (pg. 81)
3:30pm-4:30pm • Learning Targets School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $12 • Comedy (pg. 49) 3:45pm-4:00pm • Gajjda Bhangra Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • FREE • Dance (pg. 56) 4:00pm-4:30pm • RIT Jam Club Live! The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 78) 4:00pm-5:00pm • 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick: A Dirk Darrow Investigation Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Veterans: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Comedy (pg. 45)
6:30pm-7:30pm • Bill Dresnack, Original Songs on the Spectrum of Emotions, and Maybe Some Surprise Covers The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 71) 6:30pm-7:30pm • Invoking Justice Geva Theatre Center • $15, Seniors: $12, Veterans: $12, Students (w/ ID): $12 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
• FREE • Theatre (pg. 94) 8:00pm-9:00pm • 50 Shades Of Gay Writers & Books • $15 • Comedy (pg. 45) 8:00pm-9:00pm • EstroFest Comedy: Celebrating 20 Years of Laughs Geva Theatre Center • $20 • Comedy (pg. 46) 8:00pm-9:00pm • Holy $#%! It’s Music & Comedy with Matt Griffo Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall • $15 • Music (pg. 74) 8:10pm-9:10pm • The Saplings Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 43) 8:30pm-9:20pm • Show of Farce - A Comedy of Errors MuCCC • $15 • Comedy (pg. 52)
6:30pm-7:30pm • Music from the South Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 77)
9:00pm-9:30pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46)
4:00pm-5:00pm • Cottage Street The Avyarium • $10 • Music (pg. 72)
7:00pm-7:50pm • Rebecca and the Soul Shakers Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 43)
4:00pm-5:00pm • FRANKENSTEIN BEMSHI! Writers & Books • $7 • Multidisciplinary (pg. 65)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ Spiegelgarden • $18 • Comedy (pg. 46)
9:00pm-9:35pm • Women Yelling at Men on Balconies School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $5 • Theatre (pg. 97)
4:00pm-5:00pm • Geneseo Honors Recital Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • FREE • Music (pg. 73)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Eastman Percussion Ensemble: Steve Reich’s DRUMMING Eastman School of Music: Sproull Atrium at Miller Center • $10 • Music (pg. 72)
4:00pm-5:00pm • Pinch and Squeal School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre • $18 • Comedy (pg. 50) 4:00pm-5:00pm • Unleashed! IMPROV Presents: SECRETS Blackfriars Theatre • $12 • Comedy (pg. 53) 4:00pm-5:30pm • Signatures Literary and Art Magazine The Little: Café • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 84) 5:00pm-5:40pm • Embers Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 43) 5:00pm-6:00pm • The Painter School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $15 • Dance (pg. 58) 5:00pm-6:15pm • The Dividing Line MuCCC • $10 • Theatre (pg. 87)
9:00pm-10:15pm • Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Theatre (pg. 91)
7:00pm-8:00pm • PUSH Physical Theatre School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre • $18 • Dance (pg. 57)
9:00pm-10:15pm • Truly Divine School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 96)
7:00pm-8:10pm • The Hitchhiker’s Decree MuCCC • FREE • Theatre (pg. 91) 7:00pm-8:15pm • Confessions of a Prairie B!*@h School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
5:15pm-6:15pm • Geneseo’s All A Cappella Hour Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 74) 5:30pm-6:30pm • Bitter B*tch Cabaret School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre • $10 • Theatre (pg. 87)
7:00pm-7:50pm • Dashboard Dramas V Spiegelgarden • $20 • Theatre (pg. 87)
5:30pm-6:30pm • One Frogless Evening: A tribute to the Amphibian Artiste Michigan J. Frog The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Music (pg. 77)
7:00pm-8:51pm • The Goonies Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 39)
6:00pm-6:20pm • Pop Go The Bells Lyric Theatre: Lyric Lawn • FREE • Music (pg. 78) 6:00pm-6:40pm • Seth Faergolzia’s Multibird Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 43) 6:00pm-6:50pm • Dashboard Dramas
9:00pm-10:00pm • Songs in Stories Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall • FREE • Music (pg. 81)
7:00pm-8:00pm • Howard and the Strangers The Avyarium • $10 • Music (pg. 76)
7:00pm-8:30pm • Cirque du Fringe: SideShow Spiegeltent • $34, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $189 (Prices increase 9/1) • Multidisciplinary (pg. 22)
5:45pm-6:45pm • Complimentary Heckling Spiegelgarden • FREE • Spoken Word (pg. 84)
9:00pm-9:45pm • TheFix @ the Fringe The Avyarium • $10 • Music (pg. 81)
7:00pm-9:00pm • Ask Us Anything Booth Spiegelgarden • FREE • Comedy (pg. 45) 7:00pm-10:00pm • RIT Improv The Little: Theatre 5 • FREE • Comedy (pg. 50) 7:30pm-8:30pm • This Year’s Models School of the Arts: Club SOTA • $10 • Comedy (pg. 53) 7:30pm-8:45pm • The Pets: A Staged Reading Lyric Theatre: Cabaret Hall
9:00pm-10:30pm • The Galileo Band The Little: Café • FREE • Music (pg. 73) 9:00pm-10:33pm • Lady Bird Spiegelgarden • FREE • Visual Arts & Film (pg. 39) 9:15pm-10:35pm • Shotspeare Spiegeltent • $24, VIP Booths (Seat 6): $141 (Prices increase 9/1) • Comedy (pg. 52) 9:30pm-10:45pm • 1916 Gibbs Street Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 43) 10:00pm-11:00pm • BIG WIGS Featuring Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune Blackfriars Theatre • $20 • Theatre (pg. 86) 10:00pm-11:00pm • The Pillow Book of John W. Borek MuCCC • $5 • Theatre (pg. 94) 10:15pm-10:45pm • Allison Leah Lyric Theatre: Main Stage • FREE • Music (pg. 70) 10:30pm-11:20pm • The Immersive Igloo Spiegelgarden • $18 • Music (pg. 76) 11:00pm-2:00am • Silent Disco Spiegeltent • $12 (Prices increase 9/1) • Dance (pg. 28)
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5:15 PM All A Cappella Hour 6:30 PM Music from the South 7:30 PM The PETS: A Staged Reading 9 PM Sean McGrath, Singer/Songwriter 10:15 PM Allison Leah, Singer/Songwriter
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NEIGHBORHOOD VENUES Throughout downtown Rochester
Neighborhood venues surround our East End hub and extend into the Neighborhood of the Arts. Venues are listed on pages 111-113.
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SPIEGELTENT
Located across from the Eastman Theatre, our Fringe central includes the fabulous Spiegeltent, Spiegelgarden, Fringe Box Office & Info Booth, food trucks, the Fringe Store, free entertainment, and some site-specific shows.
This beloved piece of history boasts stained glass windows, a velvet draped ceiling and VIP booths fit for royalty. All shows are presented in the round. See page 20 for more details and a list of shows.
SPIEGELGARDEN
Host location for Bushwhacked Backyard, Pedestrian Drive-In, and more. Plus the Theatre Bar: a festive lounge with a magical vibe. See page 32 for details and a list of shows.
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PARCEL 5 (site of FRIDAY & SATURDAY ON THE FRINGE)
The orange dots indicate a venue’s number(s) on the map on page 119.
Next to One East Avenue Rochester, NY 14604
Friday, Sept. 14 & Saturday, Sept. 15 Open 5-11pm; Massaoke at 8:30pm Free entertainment, food, beer, wine, and spectacular performances. See pages 18 for more details.
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SITE-SPECIFIC SHOWS/VENUES Throughout downtown Rochester
Theatrical productions with a specially adapted location other than a standard theatre.
GIBBS STREET
Between East Avenue & Main Street Rochester, NY 14604
Friday, Sept. 21 & Saturday, Sept. 22 Free entertainment, live music, Fringe Street Beat, food, beer and wine. See pages 42 for more details.
Rochester’s preeminent performance space – part of Eastman School of Music – is the prestigious venue for EDDIE IZZARD: BELIEVE ME.
See page 16 for more details.
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First Federal Plaza 28 East Main Street Rochester, NY 14614 (Top floor; former Changing Scenes)
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500 University Avenue Rochester, NY 14607
274 North Goodman Street Rochester, NY 14607 (2nd floor atrium)
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Blackfriars Theatre
274 Goodman St. North (Suite D242) Rochester, NY 14607 • www.wallbyrd.com Avyarium
795 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14605 (585) 454-1260 • www.blackfriars.org BlackfriarsTheatre @bfriars
The Avyarium is an intimate black-box style theater space located inside the Village Gate complex. It is designed to have flexible configuration options to accommodate different styles of theater performances. It has flexible staging and seating options for audience size 60-100 (depending on configuration). Contact us at Hello@Avyarium.com to see if we might be the right choice for your performance needs.
Blackfriars Theatre is a mid-sized professional theatre that has entertained audiences for 68 years in downtown Rochester, NY. Its mission is to enrich, entertain and inspire the community through exceptional theatrical arts while engaging local talent.
Upcoming Events Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf November 1-18
Greater Tuna January 17-February 3 The 39 Steps May 16-June 2
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Upcoming Events Anna in the Tropics September 7-23 The Rocky Horror Show Oct. 26-Nov. 11 The Last Night of Ballyhoo December 14-31
Ordinary Days February 1-17 Mauritius March 22-April 7 The Undeniable Sound of Right Now May 10-26
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Eastman School of Music 26 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 274-3000 • www.EastmanTheatre.org Concerts at Eastman @concertsateastman
Central Library strives to engage the community in life-long learning for all through equal access to information, technology, gathering spaces and expert staff. The Friends & Foundation of the Rochester Public Library (venue manager for Fringe events) raises funds, presents programs, supports special projects, and purchases supplemental materials and equipment for the Rochester Public library.
Established in 1921, the Eastman School of Music is regarded as one of the world’s finest music schools and is home to over 700 performances annually, ranging from classical and jazz to opera, new music, and more.
Upcoming Events
Libraries After Dark (part of Fringe!) Friday, Sept. 21, 9pm-12midnight
Upcoming Events (at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre) Pink Martini October 5 Canadian Brass January 30 A Silly Symphony Celebration March 8
Afro-Cuban All Stars April 20 Joshua Bell & David Zinman April 30
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Books Sandwiched In Tuesdays, Sept.18-Nov. 13 ‘Art of the Book’ Exhibit Nov. 7–Jan. 9
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Geva Theatre Center
50 Chestnut Street, Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 454-3260 • www.garthfagandance.org @garthfagandance #garthfagandance
75 Woodbury Blvd, Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 232-Geva (4382) • www.GevaTheatre.org Geva Theatre Center @GevaTheatre
Now in its 46th season, Garth Fagan Dance creates cultural, educational, and charitable activities that include the furtherance of dance theatre of the highest quality, the development of new works by its Founding Artistic Director, and the growth of future dancers and new audiences.
Geva is Rochester’s leading professional theatre, the most attended regional theatre in the Northeast, and one of the 25 most subscribed in the country, serving up to 160,000 patrons annually, including more than 16,000 students.
Upcoming Events Joyce Theater (New York, NY) Oct 30-Nov 4
Home Season at Nazareth College Arts Center Dec. 5-9
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Upcoming Events Hair Sept. 4-Oct. 7 Fortune October 4-21 Thurgood Oct. 16-Nov. 18
A Christmas Carol Nov. 29-Dec. 29 Hard Cell January 8-February 3 The Magician’s Daughter Jan. 24-Feb.10
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Java’s Cafe
The Little Theatre
16 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 232-4820 • www.javascafe.com JavasCafe @javascafe
240 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604 (585) 258-0400 • www.thelittle.org TheLittleTheatreROC @TheLittleRoch
Non-stop since 1992, Java’s idea is simple: serve the best locally-roasted coffees and over 50 varieties of tea, and create an awesome place to relax, converse, or find inspiration.
The Little Theatre is the premiere cultural center for the presentation of American independent and foreign films, visual arts and music for the greater Rochester community. Through educational events, the Little Theatre provides local artists a place to share and discuss their visions with a diverse audience.
Upcoming Events Visit our Facebook page for a list of any upcoming events. Or better yet, stop on by and see what’s happening!
Upcoming Events
Music: Buena Vista Social Club August 12 One Take: Hal August 14
Saturday Night Rewind: Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade August 18 Little Concert Series: John Ellison October 19
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Lyric Theatre
MuCCC
440 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 256-0444 • www.LyricTheatreRochester.org LyricTheatreRochester @LyricTheatreRoc
142 Atlantic Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607 www.muccc.org MuCCC
The Lyric Theatre on East Avenue boasts amazing acoustics in a stunningly grand 1915 building in the City’s Neighborhood of the Arts, and is committed to bringing an exciting variety of shows, concerts and performances to downtown Rochester.
MuCCC Theatre (Multi-use Community Cultural Center) was founded in 2009 in a converted church with a mission to provide a space for independent theater at affordable prices.
Upcoming Events Visit LyricTheatreRochester.org for a list of what shows and events are coming soon.
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Upcoming Events 2019 is our TENTH anniversary year. O’Neill. Shaw. Shakespeare. Local Playwright Premieres. Pinter. Beckett. Dances at MuCCC. Off Broadway hits. The Sankofa Festival. Experience the MuCCC — The Multi-use Community Cultural Center.
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Writers & Books
45 Prince Street, Rochester, New York 14607 (585) 324-3535 • www.sotarochester.org
740 University Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 473-2590 • www.wab.org Writers & Books @writersandbooks
Romeo and Juliet Oct. 25-Nov. 3 Elf The Musical December 7-15 A Streetcar Named Desire February 7-9
Writers & Books promotes reading and writing as lifelong activities for people of all ages, through educational programs, publications, community events, and author appearances.
Upcoming Events Dance Concert 2019 March 1-3 Rent April 26-May 4 Charlotte’s Web June 6-8
I am Not Famous Anymore Reading August 24 Veterans Writing Group September 1 GRS:Karla Merrifield & William Heyen October 9
ImageOutWrite Reading October 24 Rochester Reads: American War March 26-29 The Ladder Literary Conference June 2019
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School of the Arts serves city school students and offers traditional academics complemented by an arts-based curriculum. Nestled in Rochester’s Neighborhood of the Arts, SOTA’s Mission is Student Success… Academic, Artistic and Humanistic.
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Alphabetical by show title 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick: A Dirk Darrow Investigation.............. 45 12 DOLLARS..................................... 86 The 24-Hour Plays.............................. 86 50 Shades Of Gay............................... 45 1916................................................ 43 A Cappella All-Stars: The Yellowjackets, Vocal Point & POP..... 42 After Hours – A Cappella Hour............. 70 Al Biles and GenJam........................... 70 Allison Leah....................................... 70 Amazing Exotic Animals...................... 59 The Annual Bill Destler and Rebecca Johnson Show................................ 70 Aria................................................... 60 Art as Voice: The Collage..................... 60 Art Lobotomy..................................... 60 ArtAwake........................................... 60 Ask Us Anything Booth........................ 45 B2, performing classic acoustic rock and originals............... 70 Baby Driver........................................ 39 The Bald-Faced Truth: Comedy Songs by James Harvey....... 45 Ball in the House: Music That’ll MOVE Ya.................... 71 Banachek’s Telepathy.......................... 86 BardBending: A Same-Sex Shakespeare Sampler...................... 86 Becoming Grandma Kat: One Man Show............................... 45 Beyond Rochester: Which Fringe is Next....................... 60 Beyond Words.................................... 86 BIG WIGS Featuring Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune...... 86 Bill Dresnack, Original Songs on the Spectrum of Emotions, and Maybe Some Surprise Covers..... 71 BirthWrite.......................................... 84 Bitter B*tch Cabaret........................... 87 Black Deaf Male: Who Am I?................ 87 Black Panther.................................... 38 The Brick City Singers......................... 71 A Brit Of Magic.................................. 45 Broccolo Ladybug Bonanza.................. 35 Bushwhacked Backyard BATHTUB....... 46 Bushwhacked Backyard BBQ............... 46 Bushwhacked Backyard BETROTHAL... 46 Bushwhacked Backyard BONFIRE........ 46 Bushwhacked Backyard BURIAL.......... 46 Carrie: The Musical............................. 87 The Choirs among the Wolves! More Supernatural Tales from Native American tradition in Western New York........................... 84 Chris Eves and the New Normal........... 71 Cirque du Fringe: SideShow................. 22 Coco.................................................. 38 Cold Fronts........................................ 71
Color and Light: Celebrating Sondheim..................... 71 Commotion Dance Theater................... 54 Complimentary Heckling..................... 84 Confessions of a Prairie B!*@h............. 87 Cottage Street.................................... 72 Crazy Platez....................................... 98 Creative Writing @ Geneseo................. 84 The Crooked North.............................. 72 Dashboard Dramas V........................... 87 A Day in the Life of the Forcibly Displaced.......................... 98 Desert Rhythms.................................. 72 Disco Kids......................................... 29 The Dividing Line............................... 87 Divine Milieu: the Last Confession of Teilhard de Chardin..................... 88 DRE|RED........................................... 72 Dream Lab: Fascinating Transition........ 88 Drive-in Dramas.................................. 88 Eastman Percussion Ensemble: Steve Reich’s DRUMMING............... 72 Echoes of Africa................................. 54 Eddie Izzard: Believe Me..................... 26 EightFingers....................................... 72 Elemental Enormity............................ 54 Elemental Guardians: A Superhero Cirque Story................. 54 Embers.............................................. 43 Encore............................................... 54 Encore A Cappella.............................. 73 The English Patient............................ 38 An Equal Right to Act: Remembering the Rochester Woman’s Rights Convention of 1848........................ 88 EstroFest Comedy: Celebrating 20 Years of Laughs......................... 46 The Extraordinary Muffin Theatre Spectacular........................ 48 Fabulous Females............................... 73 Fairy Tale Ending: The Big Bad Musical....................... 88 Fielder’s Choice.................................. 88 Flawed Beautifully.............................. 90 Flower City Vaudeville’s SECOND Annual Farewell Tour......... 48 A Fool’s Odyssey................................. 65 Format Mayhem................................. 56 FRANKENSTEIN BEMSHI!.................. 65 Frazee Feet Dance: A Compilation of Choreography by Zachary Frazee... 56 Friday & Saturday on the Fringe........... 18 Fringe Afternoon Tea........................... 26 Fringe Gardens................................... 90 Fringe Street Beat Finals..................... 41 Fringe Street Beat Prelims................... 41 Fringe Wine & Spirits Tasting............... 37 Gajjda Bhangra................................... 56 The Galileo Band................................ 73 Garth Fagan Dance............................. 56 Gaslight............................................. 38 The Genesee Three............................. 73
Geneseo Chamber Music..................... 73 Geneseo Honors Recital...................... 73 Geneseo String Band.......................... 74 Geneseo’s All A Cappella Hour............. 74 The Geriactors Present!....................... 90 Get Out............................................. 39 The Girl in the Band........................... 90 A Girl Named Genny........................... 42 Godspell............................................ 90 Gold Koa........................................... 42 Good Catch........................................ 48 Good Joke/Bad Joke Bingo................... 48 The Goonies....................................... 39 Gospel Sunday................................... 40 The Head Of The Table........................ 58 Hedwig and the Angry Inch.................. 90 The Hitchhiker’s Decree...................... 91 Holding On through Song: A Celebration of the AfricanAmerican Spiritual.......................... 74 Holy $#%! It’s Music & Comedy with Matt Griffo.............................. 74 Home is a Four-Letter Word................. 91 The Hooperellas Spectacular!.............. 65 Howard and the Strangers................... 76 Howie Hypnotize................................. 48 I Know It Was the Blood: The Totally True Adventures of a Newfangled Black Woman................................. 91 The Immersive Igloo............................ 76 Invoking Justice................................. 65 A Jazz Musician Walks Into a Comics Shop................................ 66 Jesus Was No Sissy............................. 48 Jimmy C Cabaret Show... The Music The Magic The Fun......... 49 Jimmy C Presents “Kids Are Magic” Show................... 59 Jonathan Burns is (Extra) Ordinary....... 49 Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play......................... 91 Kids Chalk Art.................................... 35 The Kitchen Revue and Other Enticing Treats....................... 66 La Muralla......................................... 76 Lady Bird........................................... 39 Leah and the Upheaval....................... 76 Learning Targets................................. 49 Left For Dead Improv.......................... 49 Level Up............................................ 91 Light Blue Gospel Blues Extravaganza............... 76 Light Painting Experience.................... 66 Like Water for Chocolate...................... 39 Listen to Us....................................... 98 LOST IN THE SHUFFLE...................... 57 Love and Information.......................... 91 Mad-Liberation................................... 66 Mademoiselle Petit Pas Teaches Dances and Other Passions.............. 92 continues on page 116
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continued from page 114 The Magic of David Anthony................ 49 Massaoke........................................... 18 Medea............................................... 92 Mental Graffiti Poetry.......................... 84 Merged VI.......................................... 57 Mo-to-the-oncle.................................. 49 Moments of Gold................................ 57 MOUNTAIN BLUES: HIMALAYAN TO APPALACHIAN: HOWIE LESTER WITH SARANGI AND FIDDLE............ 76 Music and Visuals with Motion Capture........................ 77 Music from the South......................... 77 Mustard Seed, Private Pain.................. 92 Mystic Stew....................................... 77 Norm & the Outliers............................ 77 Not Her Again!................................... 50 Now & Then....................................... 66 Nuts and Bolts Comedy Improv............ 50 Obligatory Villagers present: The Big One................................... 92 Obstacles........................................... 57 Off-Monroe Players Gilbert and Sullivan Revue............... 92 On The Way To Oz - a documentary film and discussion on diversity in the arts...................................... 98 One Frogless Evening: A tribute to the Amphibian Artiste Michigan J. Frog................... 77 One Last Bow, Eulogy For the Bard....... 92 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Artists............................... 98 Other People’s Shows.......................... 50 Out of Sync: Kaleidoscope................... 68 The Painter........................................ 58 Parcel 5 (Fri. & Sat. on the Fringe)....... 18 Parents & Children, Husbands & Wives: It’s All Relatives................ 68 PAXTOR............................................. 77 Pedestrian Drive-In............................. 28 The Pets: A Staged Reading................. 94 Personal Foul: A Play Reading............. 94 Phantom Thread................................. 38 Phil Shakespeare and The Lord Chamberlain’s Other Men present “The Tempest”.................... 94 The Phil Shakespeare Show................. 52 The Picture of Oscar Wilde.................. 94
The Pillow Book of John W. Borek........ 94 Pinch and Squeal............................... 50 Playing with Potential: Expanding the Irish Dance Tradition.................. 57 Poetry in Motion................................. 68 Polite Ink. Sketch & Improv Presents: On The Spot..................... 50 Pop Go The Bells................................ 78 Positive............................................. 94 Pounding Nails in the Floor with My Forehead........................... 95 Proof of Purchase A Cappella............... 78 Pumpkin Painting............................... 35 PUSH Physical Theatre....................... 57 Raiders of the Lost Ark........................ 39 Ralph Tetta - 30 Years in Comedy......... 50 Ready for the Big One? The Edinburgh Fringe!..................... 68 Rebecca and the Soul Shakers............. 43 RIT Art House Showcase..................... 99 RIT City Space Fringe Debut.............. 110 RIT Improv......................................... 50 RIT Jam Club Live!............................. 78 RIT Players Presents: 15-Minute Hamlet.......................... 95 RIT School of Film & Animation Honors Show 2018......................... 99 RIT Surround Sound........................... 78 RIT Ukulele Club................................ 78 RIT Vocal Accent................................ 78 RIT’s Eight Beat Measure.................... 80 ROC City Ringers................................ 80 ROC City Singers................................ 80 ROC Game Dev Showcase.................... 99 Roses & Revolutions........................... 42 Sad Bastards...................................... 80 The Sammich: An Evening of Improvised Theatre...................... 52 The Saplings...................................... 43 Sensitivity Training............................. 39 Seth Faergolzia’s Multibird.................. 43 “She Loves You!” The TLC Trio Sings the Beatles......... 81 Shotspeare......................................... 52 Show of Farce - A Comedy of Errors...... 52 Signatures Literary and Art Magazine................ 84 Silent Disco....................................... 28 Sinatra: “Straight Up”......................... 81 “Something’s afoot...” A Literary Mystery at Central........................... 95
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Songs in Stories................................. 81 Spiegeltent........................................ 20 Spiegelgarden.................................... 32 Spooky Stories in the Stacks................ 85 The Spyglass Seven............................ 95 St. John Fisher College Student Film Festival...................... 99 Stages of the Game Teen Improv Troupe......................... 52 Stand-Up Through the Ages................. 52 Star Wars: The Last Jedi...................... 38 Storychick Rochester Storybooth.......... 85 Sunshine 2.0 Performance.................. 95 SUNY Geneseo String Quartet.............. 81 Tango Experience................................ 58 Tea, Fringe Afternoon.......................... 26 TheFix @ the Fringe............................ 81 This Year’s Models.............................. 53 Three for Ten...................................... 95 Tom Willard: A Comedian You’ve Never Heard Of..................... 53 Totally Rad! An 80’s Pop Adventure...... 81 A Touch of Dance: RICOCHET.............. 54 The Tragic Life of Arlecchino............... 96 Trivia City: An Arts & Culture Quiz........ 68 Truly Divine........................................ 96 Tym Moss A-Live: Fun! Fabulous! Flamboyant..................... 81 UNCOMMON NONSENSE: A Masked Journey Through Wonderland........... 96 Unleashed! IMPROV Presents: SECRETS......................... 53 The Uptown Groove............................. 42 UR IPM Presents Led Zeppelin IV........ 82 UR IPM Presents The Yes Album.......... 82 Vanishing Sun.................................... 82 The Velvet Noose................................ 96 View From Here.................................. 58 The Violet Hour.................................. 96 Virtual Karaoke................................... 82 Vocal Point All-Female A Cappella........ 82 What!? - Two magicians telling the truth.............................. 53 Whispering Inhibitions........................ 96 Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf.......... 59 With The Cows................................... 85 Woman Before a Glass........................ 97 Women Yelling at Men on Balconies..... 97 WORLD MUSIC & YOGA BALLET......... 68 You are No Match for Me..................... 53
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VENUES 1 • The Avyarium 274 Goodman St. N. (Suite D242) (Village Gate, 2nd floor) 2 • Blackfriars Theatre 795 E. Main St. 3 • Central Library: Dorris Carlson Reading Garden Kate Gleason Auditorium Rundel Arts Room 115 South Ave. 4 • Eastman School of Music: Hatch Recital Hall 433 E. Main St. 5 • Eastman School of Music: Kilbourn Hall 26 Gibbs St. 6 • Eastman School of Music: Sproull Atrium at Miller Center 25 Gibbs St.
17 • MuCCC 142 Atlantic Ave.
23 • Writers & Books 740 University Ave.
18 • Parcel 5 275 East Main St.
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19 • School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre Black Box Theatre Club SOTA Courtyard Ensemble Theatre 45 Prince St.
P2 • Mortimer St. Parking Garage 83 Mortimer St.
20 • Spiegelgarden One Fringe Place Corner of Main St. & Gibbs St.
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21 • Spiegeltent One Fringe Place Corner of Main St. & Gibbs St.
(GPS Address: 71 Gibbs Street)
22 • Village Gate 274 Goodman St. N. (2nd floor atrium)
7 • First Federal Plaza 28 E. Main St. (Top Floor) 8 • Garth Fagan Dance Studio 50 Chestnut St. Gibbs St.
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13 • Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs St.
P3 • Washington Sq. Parking 111 Woodbury Blvd.
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