Arts: Performance | Beyond the Nest (Rochester)

OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe

The new OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623), opened in July 2020, is a multi-purpose arts center focused on youth theater education and performances, mounting professional plays and musicals, hosting community events, presenting out-of-town entertainers, and providing much-needed performance space to local arts groups. The center offers classes in acting, singing, and dancing; school field trips and tours; community events; and theater camps during summer and school. OFC runs ROC Summer Theatre Experience: The largest theatre summer camp program in upstate NY.
3450 Winton Place
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-667-0954
43° 5' 50.3196" N, 77° 34' 42.9564" W
OFC Creations Theatre Center, 3450 Winton Place, Rochester, NY 14623, USA

Eastman Community Music School

We are a community music school bringing classical and jazz private lessons, group classes, and ensemble experiences to musicians aged 4 months to 99!
26 Gibbs Street
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: (585) 274-1400
43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W
26 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY 14604, United States

The Hochstein School

Providing excellent music and dance instruction to anyone who is interested – regardless of age, level of skill, background, or ability to pay. Year-round classes and summer camps in music, dance, and other aspects of the arts for toddlers through adults. We aim to nurture and inspire each individual, and to welcome all to our community.
50 N. Plymouth Ave
Rochester , NY , 14614
Phone: (585) 454-4596
43° 9' 21.24" N, 77° 36' 56.5596" W
The Hochstein School, 50 N Plymouth Ave, Rochester, NY 14614, USA

Bach to Rock Penfield Music School

Bach to Rock Penfield is a locally owned music school in Penfield, NY, offering lessons for all ages and skill levels in the Rochester area. We provide private and virtual lessons for all instruments, early childhood classes, band and glee club opportunities, music camps, DJ lessons, music production courses, and MUSE—a program for aspiring singer-songwriters. We also offer on-site homeschooling programs, birthday parties, and more!
2160 Penfield Road Suite 1
Penfield , NY , 14526
Phone: 5853643766
43° 7' 54.9084" N, 77° 26' 34.7676" W
Bach to Rock Penfield, Penfield Road, Penfield, NY, USA

Louis S. Wolk Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester

The JCC is a vibrant community center with a two-floor fitness facility, family pool, lap pool, and outdoor splash pool, 300-seat theater, and an array of programs and services for all ages. The JCC is the place for total wellness and provides sports and fitness programs, wellness services, early childhood education, before & after school care, summer camps, Jewish life, and adult learning programs. The JCC is open and welcoming to ALL in the community.
1200 Edgewood Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14618
Phone: 585-461-2000
43° 5' 46.2768" N, 77° 33' 57.0852" W

Blackfriars Theatre

Blackfriars Theatre is a mid-sized professional theatre that has entertained audiences for 76 years in downtown Rochester, New York. Our mission is to enrich, entertain and inspire our community through exceptional theatrical arts while engaging local talent.
795 East Main Street14605
Rochester , NY , 14605
Phone: 585-454-1260
43° 9' 36.9612" N, 77° 35' 26.808" W
Blackfriars Theatre, East Main Street, Rochester, NY, USA

Golden Link Folk Singing Society

The Golden Link Folk Singing Society has been the driving force behind bringing excellent folk, roots, blues, bluegrass, and other acoustic-oriented music to the Rochester, NY area for over 45 years. Founded in 1971, the Golden Link Folk Singing Society is dedicated to presenting, promoting, and preserving folk music in the Rochester area. Golden Link is a volunteer-operated and member-supported 501(c)3 not-for-profit arts, cultural, and educational organization.
PO Box 92398
Rochester , NY , 14692
Phone: (585) 857-9265
43° 5' 7.89" N, 77° 35' 51.936" W

Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO)

Since its founding by George Eastman in 1922, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra has been committed to enriching and inspiring our community through the art of music! Each year, your RPO provides the greater Rochester area with exceptional, engaging performances to enrich and inspire. Each season is crafted to create a diverse mix of education programs, progressive performances that blend genres, and showcase talented musicians.
255 East Avenue LL02
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: 585-454-2100
43° 9' 25.0668" N, 77° 36' 13.5" W
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra - Patron Services Center, 255 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604, United States

Greece Athena Performing Arts

Greece Athena Theatre is a performing arts center located on Long Pond Road in Rochester, NY. Our newly renovated theater features more spacious seating including balcony seats. Our performances and performers have been recognized for many awards over the years including the Rochester Broadway Theatre League Stars of Tomorrow. Attending a musical or theatrical play is truly a magical and extraordinary experience. Our performances are always changing, so check back often!
Greece Athena Performing Arts Center 800 Long Pond Road
Rochester , NY , 14612 43° 14' 42.0252" N, 77° 41' 35.1672" W
Greece Athena High School, Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY, USA

Dance Connection - Rochester, NY

Happy Kids Since 1987! We inspire students to dance, have fun, and make new friends. Our dance school provides quality dance education in a supportive, non-competitive environment, believing that dance is for everyone. Children can enjoy tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, musical theatre, African, tumbling, and much more! Adults can also join in with classes like Hip Hop, African, Modern, Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. Come see why our students are always smiling!
1385 Empire Blvd
Rochester , NY , 14609
Phone: 585-654-7654
43° 10' 23.4012" N, 77° 31' 1.9128" W
Dance Connection, Empire Boulevard, Rochester, NY, USA

Imagine RIT: Creativity + Innovation Festival

The Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival is the university’s signature event, a showcase that displays the ingenuity of students, faculty and staff. Imagine RIT will be held in-person on Saturday, April 29th. Discover multimedia presentations, exhibits, demonstrations, research projects, performing arts, and more in-person all online at rit.edu/imagine!
1 Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-475-4733
43° 5' 2.3352" N, 77° 40' 28.3512" W
Rochester Institute of Technology, 1 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623, USA

Eastman School of Music - Concert Office

Concert Information - many concerts open to the Rochester community are free and family-friendly.
26 Gibbs Street
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: (585) 274-1109
43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W
Eastman School of Music, Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, USA

Girls Rock! Rochester

Girls Rock! Rochester is a youth empowerment, music education program dedicated to using music creation and performance as a tool for cultivating self confidence in girls, trans, and LGBTQ youth, ages 5 to 17 years. By providing a supportive, inspiring community of peers and mentors, our youth are given an experience where their creative expression and authenticity are nurtured and encouraged, and music creation is provided as a source for learning, growth and positive wellness.
274 N. Goodman Street Suite D218
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: (585) 204-7775
43° 9' 30.7368" N, 77° 35' 3.5844" W
Girls Rock Rochester, 274 North Goodman Street Suite D218, Rochester, NY 14607, USA

Pittsford Community Center, Lincoln Avenue, Pittsford, NY, USA

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Pittsford, NY, 14534
United States

Humboldt R-Center Park, Humboldt Street, Rochester, NY, USA

Location:

Parcel 5
285 E Main St.
Rochester, NY, 14604
United States

Phone:

585-428-5990

After School in the Park: Winter Recess Camp at Humboldt R-Center

Dates: 
02/17/2026
02/18/2026
02/19/2026
Time: 
9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m

Temple Theater, Liberty Pole Way, Rochester, NY, USA

Organization:

Rochester Events

Location:

26 South Goodman St
Rochester, NY, 14607
United States

Phone:

5854734482

All You Need is George: The Music of George Harrison (Birthday Celebration)

Dates: 
02/25/2026
Time: 
Doors at 6:00 | Show at 7:00

Temple Theater, Liberty Pole Way, Rochester, NY, USA

Organization:

Rochester Events

Location:

26 South Goodman St
Rochester, NY, 14607
United States

Phone:

5854734482

Almost Queen - A Tribute to QUEEN

Dates: 
02/28/2026
Time: 
Doors at 7:00 | Show at 8:00

Multi-Use Community Cultural Center, 142 Atlantic Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607, United States

Location:

142 Atlantic Avenue
Rochester, NY, 14607
United States

Phone:

(585) 244-0960

Annual Bronze Collective Theater Fest at MuCCC

Dates: 
02/15/2026
02/22/2026
Time: 
Times Vary

St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 25 Westminster Rd, Rochester, NY 14607, USA

Location:

1050 East Avenue
Rochester, NY, 14607
United States

Phone:

(585) 473-2234

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), Brooks Avenue, Rochester, NY, USA