Adventurous theatre, unleashed

The cast of “Let's Get Physical (Theatre)” brings risk-taking comedy to MuCCC June 11-13.

Dance Review | 'Dances at MuCCC'

Theatre Review | 'Tina: The Tina Turner Musical'

RBTL's current touring production chronicles the challenging life of Anna-Mae.

Opera Review | 'Two Corners'

Finger Lakes Opera's world premiere is a poignant, true story about the hard work of racial reconciliation.

Theater Review | 'The Color Purple'

The 2005 musical adaptation lifts spirits like a well-told sermon.

Jazz after hours

At the longstanding RIJF late night jam sessions hosted by Bob Sneider, students, locals and touring musicians all improvise together.

Concert Review | John Oates

Without his former creative partner, John Oates was under no obligation to play the hits at the CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival on Thursday.

Concert Review | Taj Mahal

The 82-year-old bluesman kicked off the 2024 CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival by melding island rhythms with Irish folk music and traditional fare.

Jazz Fest looks to the future with Gen Z performers

Headliners Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Laufey and Samara Joy were all born in 1999, marking a big moment for the next generation.

Jazz Fest performers keep other musicians' legacies alive

Jimi Hendrix, Steely Dan and funk legends The Meters find new life in 2024's varied sets.

Concert Review | Samara Joy

At Kodak Hall on Friday night, the dazzling young jazz singer found a venue large enough to match her star power.

Album Review | 'Travelin' Time'

Like a time machine

The James Webb Space Telescope is the sharpest eye in the sky.

The final capture

Casket wrapping gives the grieving one last look at their loved ones.

Sevyn Streeter to headline Rochester's Juneteenth Festival

The R&B singer-songwriter will perform as part of the daylong celebration on Saturday, June 15 at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park.

Depth of field

Photography educator Mark J. Watts brings community into focus.

The millennials’ archivist

The founder of ihadagoodnight.com has created a cultural artifact for future generations.

Exploring Rochester

A local Instagram account marks 10 years of (almost) weekly contributors.

A Kodak memory card

The film stalwart’s legacy lives on around Rochester, for better or worse.

Movie Review | 'Tuesday'

The fantastical depiction of grief, starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus, opens on June 14.

CGI marks final year as title sponsor of Rochester International Jazz Festival

RIJF says multiple organizations are interested in the sponsorship for 2025.