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I’m hanging with Dennis Porter (aka Ruby), who built this out of his murder‑mystery and clowning chops, so expect big personalities, playful innocence, and a lot of audience-led improv — basically the high school reunion you wish you’d gone to (no yearbook burns required). We talk about how every performance is different because volunteers and crowd choices steer the story, why vulnerability and confidence make the improv sing, and how we create a safe, laugh‑first space for everyone. If you want specifics: shows run Sept. 16 & 17 at 7pm, Sept. 18 at 6pm and 8pm, and Sept. 20 at 4pm and 6pm at the Century Club/Strath Allen; tickets are $15 at rochesterfringe.com (and the 6pm Friday and Sunday shows include an optional dinner add‑on). Come ready to play, maybe become Alexandra Trebek (legally different, obviously), and leave having forgotten the outside world for a couple of joyful hours — we promise the food will be better than your old cafeteria tray memories.

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I’m Chris Lindstrom and we riff about Pippa’s journey from the West Coast to Nebraska and now Rochester, how she turned a knack for accents, hats, and solo performance into living-history storytelling. We dig into what makes a one-person show different from straight-ahead storytelling — the costumes, the dialects, the earnest dynamism — and why those little theatrical choices matter. Pippa walks us through the research behind Ellis Island (fun fact: about 40% of Americans have a connection) and the brave, often-unsung folks of European resistance movements in WWII, showing how history still nudges at today’s conversations about immigration and standing up for others. Expect light moments and heavy ones: we laugh at the hat jokes, then go quiet for the real courage stories, and I promise you’ll leave wanting to learn more — and maybe buy more than one ticket.

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The installation of large-scale photos is up for the whole Fringe run and the live performances happen at the Central Library Rundell Arts Room on September 17 at 5:30pm and September 19 at 2:30pm — both shows are free, and you should definitely snag tickets at rochesterfringe.com or just rock up if you’re feeling spontaneous. Expect four very different acts — poems from Meredith Bready, a wind-and-wave-inspired modular synth piece from Precious Kindred, a quad-speaker ambient set by Sam Hirsh, and a noisier turn by Signal Chain Romance — mixed with Alyssa’s immersive, space-based photos that riff on scale, scope, and the sublime nature of the lake. We talk plainly about why this matters: warming water from industry and data centers, ballast-water invasions (hello zebra mussels and surprise algae blooms), and the tangible sadness and wonder that comes when a landscape you love starts to change — Alyssa’s approach is to invite people in rather than scare them off. The episode also digs into the weird political noise (yes, that baffling renaming stunt) that’s now threaded into how people will read the work, so the show becomes both an aesthetic experience and a small historical timestamp. Looking ahead, Alyssa’s got a yearlong residency lined up to expand the project into portraits, experimental water-based prints, collaborations with RIT scientists, and eventually a book — so come see it, sit with it, and follow the journey at alyssamdewitt.com or @alyssamdewittphoto on Instagram; we’ll be there making waves and maybe even a few puns about being shore-ish.

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This isn't just any show; it's a heartfelt, comedic exploration of dating while living with herpes, aiming to break down stigmas and help folks feel a little less alone in their struggles. Lauren’s got a knack for storytelling, blending humor and personal anecdotes to tackle a topic that many shy away from. She’s all about self-acceptance, and trust me, her journey is as enlightening as it is entertaining. So grab your tickets for just $25 at rochesterfringe.com, and let’s embrace the awkwardness together—because who doesn’t love a little laughter mixed with real talk?

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I promise it's not just another one-person show: Penny's built this as a choose-your-own-adventure of stories — an odds-and-ends set of hilarious, weird, and tender tales that ranges from small-town pies to a legendary KGB-bribing rum‑raisin ice cream caper. We talk about how her storytelling balances entertainment, education, and inspiration — the classic Fringe turn of taking you low and then slinging you high so the laughs and the lessons land harder. I loved hearing about her craft (she trains as an actor, rides to write, and insists on genuine truth rather than easy jokes), and she also plugs other Fringe bits like Catharsis Time and a walking story plus some photography on the side. Come for the grin satisfaction, stay for the human stuff — this is storytelling that makes you laugh, think, and maybe buy a slice of fruit pie after the show. Get your tickets, bring friends, and meet us downtown Rochester for Fringe — we’ll see you at the Focus.

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I sat down with Brynn Tishka and we talked through the highlights: late-night Blackout Bingo with Mrs. Kasha Davis (drag, improv, and fabulous prizes), Misery Loves Company (improv folks riffing on Stephen King — yes, really), family-friendly acrobatics + dad jokes in Well Balanced Dads, a $5 puppet show of classic tales by Jose Ortiz, and Songs to Drink Wine To (think flirty arias with a prosecco wink). If you like improv that's equal parts clever and chaotic, Unleashed Improv’s Other People’s Shows will roast and promote whatever the crowd picks from the Fringe guide, and Jim’s Big Ego teams up with author Sean Peters for a delightfully unpredictable wheel-of-songs Q&A jam that can be funny, thoughtful, or both. A little backstage context: Fringe is a multi-venue arts festival (Sept 15–26) where venues host visiting and local acts that push form and take risks, and Blackfriars — with wraparound seating that keeps you no more than 20–30 feet from performers — is built for that closeness; you feel every laugh, gasp, and sweat bead. We also geeked out about Blackfriars’ season plans (Eureka Day opening, The Full Monty over the holidays) and how the theater balances supporting local artists with bringing in national acts — plus yes, they finally got a liquor license, so Fringe nights can include a drink or two.

Bottom line: go to rochesterfringe.com and blackfriars.org, pick a few shows (or a whole subscription — we won’t judge), and come see why we think Blackfriars is a Fringe must-stop — I promise you’ll leave smiling, maybe a little wiser, and only mildly tempted to do the Full Monty dance yourself.

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What you’ll see is sketch comedy — everything is written, rehearsed, memorized and blocked — but a lot of those sketches were born out of improv jams, so the spirit of “in the moment” is still there even when the lines are not. For folks who aren’t deep into the lingo, improv can mean short-form games or long-form formats like the Die Hard Herald style John loves (think recurring scenes and theatrical storytelling), whereas sketch is more like a mini-play — planted, pruned and polished. We chat about how the group formed back in 2013, how we write together (bring your five-page “same joke” drafts and we’ll lovingly murder half of it), and why trust and tiny moments — timing, eye contact, that perfect grunt — make the whole thing sing. The Focus is a real hub for local comedy and classes — there's even a free “improv plate” the first Saturday of every month where anyone can jump on stage — so after Fringe, consider taking a class; improv teaches listening, confidence, spontaneity and how to be less freaked out in real life. Come support local art, enjoy some weird meme-y sketches (our show’s title never quite matches the content — it’s our running gag), and bring your friends — parking’s easy nearby and the elevator noises are part of the ambience. Seriously, go to rochesterfringe.com, buy too many tickets, and they’ll see you at the Focus — they'll promise to be funny, heartfelt, and mildly selfish with their favorite inside jokes.

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The show runs at THE ROSE ROOM in the South Wedge on September 22nd at 8:30pm and Saturday the 26th at 9pm; tickets are $15 at rochesterfringe.com — don’t mothball ’em, grab ’em. For a quick rundown: Mothman lore goes back to a 1966 Point Pleasant sighting — big winged creature, glowing red eyes, bridge collapse, all the good ominous vibes — and in our show that history becomes playful, weird, and oddly cathartic. You’ll be in near‑darkness lit by Mothman's giant red LED goggles, l build a little army of minions together, and the audience participation is scaffolded so people feel safe, silly, and maybe a little healed by the end. The piece was developed in Chicago out of mask, movement, and circus backgrounds, so expect a mix of physical theatre, puppetry‑adjacent mask work, and laughable terror. Head over to ROCHESTERFRINGE.COM for tickets — come see how darkness, humor, and a 9‑foot wingspan of theatrical nonsense can actually help you find a little light.

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I’m Chris Lindstrom, your host, and we sit down with James to unpack how this show grew from grad-school rabbit holes into a full-on “gay Da Vinci Code” sung by five drag sisters who mix history, humor, and hymnody. We explain the basics: queer theology means looking at religious history through LGBTQ+ experiences; James digs into medieval “brother-making” rites, the odd case of John Henry Newman’s missing remains, and how groups like the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence rose to care for communities the institutional church abandoned. The musical chooses joy as its weapon — it’s a 75-minute blend of satire, sincere grief, and showtunes designed to teach as much as entertain, because catchy lyrics are how people remember theology. If you missed Fringe tickets (yeah, we grinned about that), jump on massdrag.org to “join the congregation” and get on the email list so you don’t miss future productions or demo tunes — the sisters promise their emails are anything but boring.

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I’m Chris Lindstrom and I’m joined by Dan Schneiderman from the Rochester Museum & Science Center and Rich Coniglia, your friendly local meteorologist, plus Scott and Lisa Fybush — they mix straight-up weather science with jokes, audience games, and a little theatrics. Start with the basics — like what weather even is (big idea: moving air, temperature differences, moisture = clouds, rain, snow) — then zoom into Rochester-specific quirks, the eclipse mishaps, odd storms and why forecasts are a gamble of probabilities, not crystal-ball voodoo. The point is: science doesn’t have to be scary or boring; they use humor and real talk to explain process, cite sources, and get people asking better questions instead of yelling facts into the void. Also, heads up: the Science Center’s doing more adult stuff at Fringe (planetarium shows, liquid nitrogen, tattoos in the dome — yes, really), and we’ve got other Fringe picks to catch like Catharsis Time (Sept 26) and Night of 1000 Johns (Sept 15). Come for the laughs, stay for the learning, and bring your shovel — Rochester weather is a group activity and we’ll be celebrating that glorious gray with a grin.

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I’m Chris and guests James and Gerry gabbed about how they stretched a tiny two‑minute theme into a 47 minute, 30 second slow-burn sound journey — think ultra-elongated counterpoint, synth choirs, and textures that make you feel both infinitesimally small and oddly majestic. We walk you through the piece’s sections (First Light → Luminous → Penumbra → Event Horizon), including that glorious bit where the dome goes pitch black and the music almost disappears — a tiny, intentional silence that’s basically a sonic reset button. On top of the backing track we’ll perform live with two synths (including a Moog), plus a MIDI guitar that triggers choir/organ sounds so visually you’ll see guitarists doing choir duty — surprise! We also explain a bit about ambient music: it’s less about flashy riffs and more about long tones, subtle shifts, and feeling the space — influenced by classical slow‑arc composers and film music, but fully its own cosmic vibe. If you want a mellow, contemplative break from the perpetual scroll and some high‑resolution Webb visuals to stare at while we soundtrack the cosmos, come to Deep Fields — we’ll give you time to breathe, think, and maybe get a little cosmic chill. See you out on the Fringe — come feel small in the best possible way.

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THE GATOR follows a group of young men obsessed with chronicling mass tragedies who get hooked on a pirate radio host called the Gator, and it centers on Harris as he scrambles to protect his daughter Annie while trying to unmask the broadcast prophet. We break down what “making entertainment out of tragedy” actually looks like — from true‑crime binges to livestreamed police scanners and niche forums that treat horror like fandom — and why that cultural machinery matters. Brennan walked me through the play’s origins (pandemic-era thinking, weird YouTube communities, and research into online subcultures) and how he uses sharp, conversational drama to expose those dynamics. Catch THE GATOR at The Muck on September 20 and September 26 at 4:30 p.m.; tickets are just $8 at rochesterfringe.com, so go snag one before they snap up. I had a great chat (Brennan was a trooper despite the flu), so swing by the Fringe, support local theatre, and follow Brennan on Instagram @brennansauer for updates.

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I chatted with Ryan Thibodeau (psychology faculty) and Anne Harris Wilcox (dance professor) about how this piece honors roughly 300 people who were reinterred from an unmarked Highland Park burial after 1980s excavations and have largely been forgotten by history. The event blends dance, a community movement choir, live music from local players and Eastman brass students, and a closing ritual of biodegradable flowers to make visible those who “invisibly lived and invisibly died.” They wanted to include names, but the New York State Office of Mental Health limits use of those old patient records, so the focus is on remembrance, reflection, and nudging our community to do better for people living with serious mental illness today.

It’s free and mostly drop‑in, but do swing by rochesterfringe.com for details and to check out the rest of the festival — bring a friend, bring flowers, and bring your curiosity.

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I sat down with Tony V. and we gabbed about how this 24-year-old outfit pivoted from classic rock roots into a nine-piece, horn-fueled love letter to New Orleans — think brass, soul, funk, and a whole lot of gumbo of musical influences. We talk about why they added horns a dozen years ago, how they balance covers and originals (yes, they write stuff that sounds familiar but is theirs), and why the band calls itself the “groove boosters” — they steal grooves with love, promise. I also tease some real-world nerdery about New Orleans — the food, the streetcars, hat shops — because music comes from places and places feed the music, ya know? Tickets are $15 and you can grab them at rochesterfringe.com — come see them, dance a little, and maybe fall in love with the big brass sound the way we did. If you want to stalk themonline first, hit uncleshoehorn.com or find Uncle Shoehorn on Spotify/Apple/YouTube and let us know what you think.. See you at the Fringe — they’ll bring the horns, you bring the moves (and maybe some jambalaya).

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We chatted with Heather Chang and Kate Sweeney from Monroe Community College about how this hybrid installation/performance folds audience contributions into the work, with actors and students making art throughout the evening and revealing a collective piece at the end. It runs outdoors at 7 p.m. on Sept. 18–19 and Sept. 25–26 as part of the Rochester Fringe Festival (which runs Sept. 15–26), and while the Fringe has a ton to see, Illumina is free and guaranteed to be different every night. I loved hearing how the students rehearse for unpredictability — we prepare for the shy crowd and the chatty crowd, and yes, we’ll probably try to make you join in. So come down to RoCo, bring a buddy (or an open mind), and get ready to be part of an art experiment — and if you want more Fringe action, go to rochesterfringe.com and pack your schedule.

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Lamar is a licensed forensic mental health counselor who worked as a reentry counselor supporting folks coming home from incarceration, and the show documents that work through hip hop, spoken word, monologue and even audience participation — think powerful stories, a little theater of the oppressed, and a beat that sticks with you. We dig into why conscious hip hop and oral traditions matter, how Lamar balances heavy topics with dynamism and even a little bravado, and why this format gives his music the presence it deserves. Expect moments that make you laugh, moments that make you think, and an empowering message about doing your part and sharing your gifts. Come out to the Fringe, grab a seat at THE MUCC, and let us introduce you to a performance that’s as thoughtful as it is raw and rhythmic.

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We explain the basics — why paper is the sticky, villainous starting point, how collections become hoards when there’s no intention or display, and why decluttering is more about storytelling and joy than shame. Diane walks audiences through real-life examples from her talks, her journalism background, and even dog-sitting gigs, and she promises the show is a laugh-out-loud, relatable one-woman comedy where you might actually walk away with free stuff she’s giving away. If you want practical, compassionate tips plus some good old-fashioned storytelling, come see her at the JCC’s Center Stage Theater on Sept 15 (6:30 pm) or Sept 19 (12:15 pm); tickets are $10 at rochesterfringe.com, and you can follow her on the “Clutter Is My Life Partner” and “Gentle Decluttering” pages.

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That's right, on September 17th, we’re gathering at the Center Stage Theater at the JCC for an unforgettable performance from Alison Eberhardt and her all-star band, who brought you hits like "Allison's Angry Girl Era" and "Dark Side of the Moon." We’re talking about belting out classics like "Rolling in the Deep" and "Set Fire to Rain"—songs that still give us all the feels! Alison shares her journey of bringing this show to life, from the personal connections to the music to the hilariously chaotic rehearsal moments—trust me, you’ll want to hear about the choir and the horns!

So, if you wanna feel a wave of nostalgia mixed with a splash of fun, snag your tickets for just $20 at rochesterfringe.com and get ready for a night that promises to be as powerful as Adele herself!

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This episode is packed with giggles and the inside scoop on our fabulous shows, including the Big Boozy Joy Fun Time Revival—where the drinks flow like our jokes! We’re chatting with the hilarious Kerry Young and Abby DeVuyst, who spill the beans on their improv journey, how audience participation is key, and why they think laughter is the best medicine (and maybe a little booze helps too). Stick around as we unpack what it means to create genuine connections with our audience and how every show is a new adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned Fringe-goer or a curious newbie, we promise there’s plenty of fun to be had!

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We kick things off by highlighting that Carl’s show, “Just to Be Close to You,” is set to be a headlining act every night from September 15th to 26th at the Garden Studio in downtown Rochester. The energy is infectious as Carl shares his passion for lounge singing, revealing how it’s not just a performance but an experience that makes audiences feel all the feels—like a 12-year-old with a crush! We dig into the art of connection, the vibrant world of clowning, and how every performance is a unique journey shaped by audience interaction. So grab your tickets at rochesterfringe.com and join us for a chat that’s equal parts laughter and heart!

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We’re chatting with the awesome Brad Cradock, who’s bringing the comedic thriller "Baby Jane, Baby Jane" and the sequel "Another Middle Earth Press Conference" to the stage. These shows are packed with humor, satire, and a sprinkle of that classic Rochester charm, taking place at the fantastic School of the Arts from September 15th to 26th.

We’ll explore how Brad cleverly intertwines pop culture and politics, giving a playful nod to the likes of Sauron and Joan Crawford while tackling real-life themes in a way that feels fresh and relevant.

So, grab your tickets at rochesterfringe.com, and get ready for some laughs and maybe a few deep thoughts along the way!

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This episode features the delightful Chloe Corcoran, who’s all set to debut her very first one-person show, and let me tell ya, it’s gonna be a whirlwind of humor, vulnerability, and some seriously relatable storytelling. Chloe shares her journey from being an athlete to embracing her truth as a transgender woman, and we get to chat about how that experience translates into her performance.

Don’t forget to snag your tickets for the show on September 19th at the B&L Parlor—you won’t want to miss it!

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It’s Rob Bell's birthday and National Tequila Day; this special episode brings back friend of the show Chris Lindstrom—food and drink writer, podcast host, and spirits expert—for a conversation centered around one of the world's most fascinating plants: the agave.

Together, Rob and Chris unpack the history and craftsmanship behind tequila, the cultural traditions surrounding birthday celebrations and raising a glass with friends, and the remarkable agave plant itself.

The episode also marks the end of another season, as Rob looks back on 27 episodes of Plants & Beats. From conversations with artists, photographers, advocates, musicians, and entrepreneurs to lessons inspired by the natural world, Season 2 has been a celebration of community, creativity, wellness, and the quiet wisdom plants have to offer.

This week's featured plant is agave. Known for taking years—even decades—to mature before reaching its full potential, agave reminds us that meaningful things can't be rushed. Patience, intention, and time are often the ingredients behind life's greatest rewards.

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Until next season—peace, blessings, and keep growing.

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Appearances by:

Julie Boswell (Fucking_Artist)

Courtney Hill (Courtney Lee Designs)

Jeanette Marino

Frank Argento

Sandy Frankel (sandrafrankelphotography.com)

Derek Derisio (BeBraveBeyond, Dezarec)

Nitza Nader

Shae Carrey

Carl Webeck

Gianna Stewart

Nate Miller

Paul Brandwine (Moveable Feast - WAYO)

William Dean (semiwild.art)

See Ragland (my_checations)

Scott (scottevansrochester)

Dan Banazek

Avi Bodek (quizerno)

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Company: Crossing Paths Movement Collective

Date(s): March 27, 2026 - March 28, 2026

Time(s): 7:00 pm

Genre: Dance & Physical Theatre

Venue: Attack Theatre Studios - Main Studio

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/pittsburgh-fringe-dana-movement-ensemble-presentscrossing-paths-movement-collective/

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Jawsica

Company: Jessica Jade Jacob

Date(s): March 26, 2026

Time(s): 7:00 pm

Genre: Performance Art

Venue: Attack Theatre Studios - Creative Learning Lab

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/jawsica/

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It’s A Lot

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Guardian Stranger

Company: She's So Ohio/Alexandra Morar

Date(s): March 26, 2026 - March 28, 2026

Time(s): 8:15 pm

Genre: Comedy

Venue: Attack Theatre Studios - Creative Learning Lab

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/guardian-stranger-how-talking-to-strangers-saved-me-from-danger/

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It’s A Lot

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Krampus Gets Cramped

Company: JIm Julien

Date(s): March 25, 2026 - March 28, 2026

Time(s): Various Times

Genre: Theatre

Venue: Mr. Roboto Project

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/krampus-gets-cramped/

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GHOSTED

Company: Celeste Walker

Date(s): March 25, 2026 - March 26, 2026

Time(s): Various Times

Genre: Theatre

Venue: Attack Theatre Studios - Main Studio

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/ghosted/

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An American (not) in Paris

Company: Liv Rocklin

Date(s): March 24, 2026 - March 28, 2026

Time(s): 6:35 pm, 1:00 pm

Genre: Comedy

Venue: Mr. Roboto Project

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/an-american-not-in-paris/

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It’s A Lot

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Getting Real with Bossy: For Women Who Own Business

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Nights and Weekends

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A Dream of Midsummer

Company: Brawling Bard Theater

Date(s): March 21, 2026 - March 28, 2026

Time(s): Various Times

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/a-dream-of-midsummer/

Venue: Mettā: A Healing Arts Community

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Two stand-up comics and a drag queen walk into a bar. Challenged with dilemmas that our audience might be facing at the time. Their goal is to find the silver linings and alternative realities that could exist in our world today. Take the perspective of two stand-up comics 20 years apart with a grain of salt and some laughs. It's an interactive show where audience members will provide the comedians with prompts on difficult situations and see if they can wiggle their way out

Silver linings and Alternate realities-Comedy

Company: Bougie Bitch Comedy/ Jenny Lopez

Date(s): March 20, 2026

Time(s): 7:00 pm

Genre: Comedy

Venue: Conjure Bar & Stage

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/silver-linings-and-alternate-realities-comedy/

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It’s A Lot

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Getting Real with Bossy: For Women Who Own Business

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Armed with the support of Caomei, the audience will use recycled materials to craft gadgets that do whatever they can imagine.

Doohickey!

Company: Orange Steel Theatre Company

Date(s): March 20, 2026 - March 28, 2026

Time(s): 8:00 pm

Genre: Theatre

Venue: Assemble

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/doohickey/

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It’s A Lot

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Winner of the Audience Choice Award at the 2025 New York Fringe.

Circumscribed

Date(s): March 20, 2026 - March 21, 2026

Time(s): 6:35 pm

Venue: Bloomfield Garfield Activity Center

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/circumscribed-a-true-tall-tale-of-one-father-two-sons-and-thousands-of-foreskins/

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Show Pony

Date(s): March 19, 2026 - March 21, 2026

Venue: Frechard Gallery

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/show-pony/

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Getting Real with Bossy: For Women Who Own Business

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It’s A Lot

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You can learn more and buy the book at adameaton.com.

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Connections with Evan Dawson

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Thank you to our curation team

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And a big thank you to all of you that have supported our mission of Community Over Competition 💪

See you in 2026 and please check out our GoFundMe on our Behind the Glass Instagram page !

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Our guest, Kelly Marsh (@kellimarsh), co-founder of ROC Holiday Village, elaborates on the genesis of this festive gathering, inspired by European holiday markets, and the challenges faced in its initial year of establishment.

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@mccarthyevents - @rohrbachbrewingco - @avvino - @dukesdonuts - @thechaiguy

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Punches & Popcorn

The masters of Couch Potato style Mike Huntone, Jason Bills, and Dr. Dominic D’Amore take a deep dive into the best and worst of martial arts films.

Food About Town

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During the second half of our conversation, we explore their different experiences of fatherhood during different decades of their lives, how other dads just *get it*, and how sometimes you just have to bounce in the bounce house, even in your 40s.

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Murphys Rank The World

Meghan, Skye and Tim know you have a lot of choices in life. That's why they're undertaking the herculean task of ranking the world! Join the siblings Murphy as they rank everything from sandwiches to cryptids in their neverending quest to help you find the best. Find it where you get your podcasts!

Guest: Dram-o-cracy - Sample four premium, unreleased single barrels from the award-winning Finger Lakes Distilling in this exclusive, insider, tasting experience led by president Brian McKenzie. Set in the Spiegeltent at happy hour, guests will sip, savor, and learn about the whiskey-making process—then cast their vote. The winning whiskey will be laid down and bottled as the official 2026 Fringe Whiskey. Bold spirits, expert guidance, and a Fringe twist: at Dram-o-cracy, every sip—and every vote—counts.

Venue: Spiegeltent

Time: 9/19 @ 5pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/dram-o-cracy

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Guest: Philadelphia Freedom: A Tribute to Elton John

Experience the magic of Elton John like never before with Philadelphia Freedom: A Tribute to Elton John—a youthful, high-energy tribute that’s as fun as it is unforgettable! Led by a dynamic band of next-generation performers, PF delivers a show bursting with vibrant style and soaring harmonies. Whether you're a lifelong fan, or discovering Elton's magic for the first time, this show invites everyone to sing, dance, and celebrate all night long with the music that unites generations.

Venue: The Hochstein School: Hochstein Performance Hall

Time: 9/11 @ 8:15pm, 9/12 @ 7pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/philadelphia-freedom-a-tribute-to-elton-john

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Guest: Glen Tickle Tries to Be a Person

When comedian Glen Tickle made a list of ways to try to be better at comedy, he realized the list was a combination of personality flaws, bad habits, and neurodiversity. If Glen is going to become a better comedian, he'll have to first become a better person. Which seems hard actually. That list and the ways he has tried to address it have shaped his current hour of standup in a way he wasn't expecting, but here we are.

Venue: CenterStage Theatre at the JCC: JCC Ballroom Stage

Time: 9/18 @ 8pm, 9/19 @ 9pm, 9/20 @ 6pm, 9pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/glen-tickle-tries-to-be-a-person

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Guest: Lunatics Lounge, Live

Back for a third year, (585) magazine humorist Taylor Terrance brings the absurd stories from her column to life with Lunatics Lounge, Live. Hear about the antics of family and friends with stories of a prom date gone awry, tales from the waiting room at the birth of her first godson, a Christmas party that got out of hand, and the time she accidentally helped her sister commit a robbery.

Venue: ROC Cinema

Time: 9/17 @ 7pm, 9/20 @ 6pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/lunatics-lounge-live

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Guest: The Roustabouts/Guilt and Mirrors

Love to Laugh? Stuck on Yuks? Crave Sketch Comedy? Then be there when the Roustabouts take the 2025 Fringe Festival and knock it on its ear! The best comedians in town have slaved over a hot stove to concoct a funny, irreverent, and surprise-filled sketch-comedy show that will have you howling at the moon!

Get ready to laugh with "GIRdLes GIRdLes GIRdLes," a brand-new show from Guilt & Mirrors Improv Troupe, the award-winning comedy queens known for their spicy, irreverent, and quirky humor. These highly-seasoned comediennes create hilarious scenes and play games using audience suggestions and everyday dilemmas.

Venue: Focus Theater

Time: Roustabouts: 9/16 9pm, 9/17 7pm

Guilt and Mirrors: 9/10 7pm, 9/13 7pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/all-shows?venues=The+Focus+Theater Studio

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Guest: Ground Zero -

Live pro wrestling comes to Rochester's Fringe Festival! Ground Zero and Wild Zero present the first Dunn & Marcos Cup. Rochester has been known for being a tag team town so we're bringing you 10 of the best teams in the area for a tag-team tournament. There will also be other exciting matches on this electric card. WWE superstar and Rochester native Colin Delaney, GZ champion CJ Settles, King of Zero champion Anthony Greene (WWE), plus more in action!

Venue: School of the Arts: Movement Center

Time: 9/13 @ 6pm, 9/14 @ 3pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/ground-zero

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Guest: Comedy On Deck: Well Seasoned - There are lots of Rochester comedians, but only one married comedy couple. As comics of a certain age (mid-50s), Lisa and Scott Fybush produce Comedy On Deckshows in their back yard every summer. To many younger comics, they're the local "comedy mom and dad," and they're real-life parents of two young adults. Their comedy shows have been fan favorites at past Fringe fests. This year, for the first time, they're sharing the spotlight as co-headliners in their own new show.

Venue:  School of the Arts: Club SOTA

Time: 9/12 @ 9pm, 9/20 @ 9pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/comedy-on-deck-well-seasoned

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Guest: Lunchador Podcast-a-Rama

Join the hosts of the Lunchador Podcast Network for a fun, fast-paced dive into the world of podcasting! Our hosts will be selected into a few different random panels and given a topic to improvise a short show on the spot. If you like funny, thought-provoking conversation about arts, culture, food, and all the great things Rochester has to offer, this is the show for you!

Venue: Kate Gleason Auditorium at Central Library

Time: 9/13 @ 3pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/lunchador-podcast-a-rama

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Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

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Guest: The Aquatic Enigma

This new documentary rips the lid off mysterious sightings. Many Many Mysteries and the National Cryptid Council investigate the truth behind the watery coverup shocking Monroe County. Ace historical librarian Elaine Googleman, Aussie Cyptopaleontologist Billie Byron, and Dr. Anton Ambrose, PhD, MA, BFD, a leading expert in nessiteras rhombopterx research, join real-life eye-witnesses to probe fact versus fiction. Think you can handle the truth? Join hard-hitting host Richard Manly and find out.

Venue: School of the Arts: Black Box Theatre

Time: 9/14 @ 1:30pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/the-aquatic-enigma/

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Guest: The Painter is an energetic performance of dance, art and raw emotion. Artist Corinne Yancone paints live as talented local dancers unite to interpret her story through contemporary and jazz movement. This performance highlights Corinne's painting journey as it aligns with important milestones in her life including marriage, grief and raising her children. The Painter dances through her world with her heart on her sleeve, paint brush in hand, and portrays life's most fragile moments.

Venue: School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre

Time: 9/12 @ 6pm, 9/14@ 2pm, 9/19 @ 6pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/the-painter

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Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

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Mind of Magnus

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https://just-cant-not.captivate.fm/episode/rochester-fringe-preview-the-velvet-noose

Guest: The Velvet Noose is highly stylized, avant-garde physical poetry. A multidisciplinary troupe, well-regarded in its unique approach to storytelling. For each Fringe Fest, themes rooted in Ancient Greek literature are explored to therapeutic tenacity, resulting in story that is felt viscerally, as their display spans the entire range of the human experience. The Velvet Noose’s professionally produced, sold-out performances continue to leave Fringe audience members in awe.

Venue: MuCCC

Time: 9/13 @ 8pm, 9/20 @ 8pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/the-velvet-noose

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Guest: Drag + Clown - Six fierce drag performers collide with the world of clown in this outrageous, high-energy fringe spectacle! Expect big wigs, bigger noses, slapstick glamour, chaotic beauty, and emotional depth as these queens, kings, and in-betweens push the limits of drag and clowning. Hilarious, unpredictable, and heartbreakingly human — this is drag like you’ve never seen it before!

Venue: MuCCC

Time: 9/12 @ 7pm, 9/19 @ 7pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/drag-clown

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Guest: Widow - How do you mourn the love of a lifetime lost? And is it possible to share the experience while caught in grief's riptide? Cup-A-Jo Productions founder and artistic director Joanna Lowe stands on the epicenter of heartbreak in this deeply personal, autobiographical one-woman show. Through an absorbing and thoughtful mix of theatre, storytelling, and poetry, she reflects on love, loss…and what comes after.

Venue: Memorial Art Gallery: Bausch & Lomb Parlor

Time: 9/12 @ 4pm, 9/13 @ 4pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/widow

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Guest: The Sights and Sounds District - Experience a uniquely historical area in Rochester, from the spot where it happened. Join Matt Rogers of the Lost Borough for a special encounter of hidden history. Using wireless headphones available on site, audience members will experience Olde Rochesterville to present day—with stories of vice, curiosities, justice, success, failure, and a river flowing north.

Venue: Austin Steward Plaza

Time: 9/12 @ 5pm, 9/13 @ 5pm, 9/9 @ 5pm, 9/20 @ 5pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/the-sights-and-sounds-district

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Guest: Nerds in a Basement

DnD meets improv where a dungeon master guides improvisors through a one of a kind adventure. The world is brought to life on stage before your eyes, completely unscripted. The audience helps build a character's quest and setting. With unique and memorable non-player characters, creatures, and live skill checks, this interactive show is a must for audience members of all nerdy backgrounds.

Venue: Focus Theater

Time: 9/11 @ 7pm, 9/20 @ 7pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/nerds-in-a-basement

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Guest: Allison's Angry Girl Era and All the Stories Behind the Songs

Teenage Allison had a lot of feelings. And to no musician's surprise, the combined forces of stupid boys and untreated depression resulted in an entire album's worth of angry and sad songs, all targeted at the offender. Now in her thirties, Allison takes a musical walk down memory lane and shares the back story of the songs that have followed her for over half of her life. Is it a concert, a stand-up routine, a therapy session? Yes.

Venue: ROC Cinema: ROC Cinema Theater w/stage

Time: 9/11 @ 8pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/allisons-angry-girl-era-and-all-the-stories-behind-the-songs

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Mind of Magnus

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Guest: The Erie Canal was all the new rage, way before California’s New Age! To celebrate its 200th anniversary, The Biscuit Brothers—Rochester’s time-travelin’ buskers—bring you a side-splitting, foot-stomping, hand-clapping original take on the Erie Canal! Prophets and phantoms. Charlatans and scallywags. Sixty cents a day. Love songs with canal themes. A national landmark. All done with only one reference to Sal. All made possible with clawhammer banjo that doubles as time machine.

Venue: School of the Arts: Ensemble Theatre

Time: 9/13 @ 6pm, 9/20 @ 2pm

Show Link:

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Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

Get Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm

Behind the Glass

Podcast and gallery focusing on underrepresented artists utilize the space to amplify their work. Curated by @Richardbcolon @qua.jay. Check out the podcast or join them in person first Fridays at 240 E Main St, Rochester, NY! https://behind-the-glass-gallery.captivate.fm

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https://just-cant-not.captivate.fm/episode/rochester-fringe-preview-the-heroic-enthusiasts-a-synthonic-illumination

Guest: The Heroic Enthusiasts - A Synthonic Illumination

Get ready for a sonic journey that will leave you buzzing! International recording artists The Heroic Enthusiasts are set to electrify Fringe with their dynamic, genre-bending sound. These captivating musicians masterfully blend cinematic synth-pop and electronica-infused anthems, all powered by soaring vocals, driving rhythms, and guitars that glisten with crystalline elegance. The Heroic Enthusiasts promise an enthusiastic, inspiring, and unforgettable performance to get you moving.

Venue:

Time: 9/12 @ 7pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/the-heroic-enthusiasts-a-synthonic-illumination

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Joe Bean Roasters

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Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

Get Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm

Behind the Glass

Podcast and gallery focusing on underrepresented artists utilize the space to amplify their work. Curated by @Richardbcolon @qua.jay. Check out the podcast or join them in person first Fridays at 240 E Main St, Rochester, NY! https://behind-the-glass-gallery.captivate.fm

Check the episode out on Just Can't Not or Lunchador.org

https://just-cant-not.captivate.fm/episode/rochester-fringe-preview-dinner-where-everything-goes-wrong

Guest: Aaron Metras - Dinner Where Everything Goes Wrong and other shows at Salina's.

During a run of the mill evening at at a local a restaurant, things take an unexpected turn. From the moment you sit down, you will sense that something is not quite right. As dinner continues you realize that not only are things not quite right but everything is flat out wrong. Join us for a unique evening where the audience is a part of the performance and enjoy an unforgettable night of unexpected twists and turns as dinner just goes wrong!

Venue: Salina's

Time: 9/10 @ 7pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/dinner-where-everything-goes-wrong

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Mentioned in this episode:

Mind of Magnus

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Check out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!

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Guest: Obsessive Comedy Disorder - Kevin is one of five kids, a veteran, and has OCD. Join the battle inside his brain: a silly life, a crazy family, and the truth of a misunderstood disorder. This show resonates with anyone anxious or obsessive and those suffering in silence. Audiences call it "a masterful balance of humor and vulnerability" that they "can't stop talking about."

Venue: Photo City Music Hall: Photo City Music Hall - Front Stage

Time: 9/13 @ 12:30pm, 9/13 @ 2pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/obsessive-comedy-disorder

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Mind of Magnus

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Check out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!

Joe Bean Roasters

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Guest: Bipolarcoaster -Are people born on the mental health spectrum, or is the mental health spectrum thrust upon them? A sobering (yet highly comedic!) journey of reckoning with the responsibilities of living with bipolar disorder, this personal narrative by Amanda Andrews comes to life with original music by Kyle Lacy.

Venue: The Rose Room - Ticketed

Time: 9/20 @ 3pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/bipolarcoaster

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Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

Get Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm

Behind the Glass

Podcast and gallery focusing on underrepresented artists utilize the space to amplify their work. Curated by @Richardbcolon @qua.jay. Check out the podcast or join them in person first Fridays at 240 E Main St, Rochester, NY! https://behind-the-glass-gallery.captivate.fm

Joe Bean Roasters

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Guest: Lady Spectra - Lady Spectra is an enigmatic independent musician known for her retro-futuristic style. She creates music that blends '80s synthpop and synthwave with elements of disco. Her goal is to produce music that resonates with people's souls, combining influences from the past with a vision for the future

Venue: Photo City Music Hall: Photo City Music Hall - Front Stage - Ticket not required

Time: 9/13 @ 5:15pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/ladyspectra

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Mind of Magnus

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Check out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!

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Guest: The Navel Gazers - The Navel Gazers is a modern farce set in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Over the course of their lease, Anna and Olivia are forced to confront their expectations of one another, their hopes for themselves, and the unstable futures ahead of them. 

Venue: The Rose Room - Ticketed

Time: 9/19 @ 5:30pm, 9/20 @ 1:30pm, 6:00pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/the-navel-gazers

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Guest: Silver Rein (@silverreinmusic)

Venue: The Spirit Room - Ticketed

Time: 9/11 @ 8:15pm, 9/12 @ 7pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/silver-rein-a-goth-folk-music-experience

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Mentioned in this episode:

Mind of Magnus

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Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

Get Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm

Joe Bean Roasters (@joebanroasters)

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The Rochester Fringe Festival, heralded as New York State's largest multidisciplinary performing arts festival, serves as a vital platform for both emerging and established artists. The festival, taking place from September 9th to 20th, features an impressive array of nearly 650 performances, with approximately a quarter offered free of charge, making it accessible for all to enjoy.

Mentions:

rochesterfringe.com - Three Heads Brewing (@three_heads_brewing) - Fee Brothers (@feebrothersofficial) - Gary Craig (@garycraig0483)

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Mind of Magnus

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Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

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Joe Bean Roasters

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This project has everything - a photo scavenger hunt of animal art around the park, a giant Magnus along the entrance, laser artwork on rocks, and more! This project is so Magnus and we are all excited to go check it out. Visit the Lilac Festival - it is open today through Sunday May 18th. Enjoy it!

Mentions:

rocwalk.com - Seneca Park Zoo (@senecaparkzoo)

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Guests can expect diverse attractions, including an enhanced VIP experience, a farmer's market featuring local vendors, and a lineup of musical performances that resonates across genres. And don't forget about the food and drink options! The festival not only showcases the exquisite beauty of lilacs but also fosters community engagement through inclusivity initiatives such as ASL interpretation and sensory spaces for families.

roclilacfest.com

Mentions:

Casa Larga (@casalargawinery) - Rohrbach Brewing (@rohrbachbrewingco) - Firefly Mobile Bar (@fireflynectarmobilebar) - Red Jacket Juice (@redjacketny) - 1911 Cider (@1911established) - Bully Hill Vineyards (@bullyhillvineyards) - Northglow Photography (@northglowphotography) - Monroe Med Spa (@monroemedspa)

Cruel Summer (@cruelsummerband) - Chayce Beckham (@chaycebeckhammusic) - Beach Weather (@beachweather) - Katie Pruitt (@katiepruittmusic) - The Aces (@theaces)

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Joe Bean Roasters

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Check out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!

Mind of Magnus

Check out Mind of Magnus at magnusapollo.com, and leave him factoids at 585-310-2473! https://mind-of-magnus.captivate.fm

Mentioned in this episode:

Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

Get Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm

Check out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!

Joe Bean Roasters

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We explore the significance of the upcoming 10-year retrospective exhibition, which will be held at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center from March 7 to May 10. The exhibition will feature contributions from over 500 local creators, showcasing a diverse array of perspectives on the city.

Lunchador will be live recording on First Friday March 7th from 6pm - 9pm so come say hi!

Companies mentioned in this episode:

• @ExploreRochester
• Rochester Contemporary Art Center (@roco137)

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Check out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!

Joe Bean Roasters

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Mentions:

• Reconnect Rochester (@reconnectroc @roccycling)
• Go Bike Buffalo (@gobikebuffalo)
• Vocal New York (@vocalnewyork)

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Joe Bean Roasters

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Behind the Glass

Hosted by Richard B Colón and Quajay Donnell, Behind the Glass is a monthly talk with the current month’s BTG Roster. Artists are interviewed about their submissions and we dive deep into their process, inspiration and thought process centralized around their artwork in the Behind the Glass Gallery located in the heart of Downtown Rochester NY. https://behind-the-glass-gallery.captivate.fm/

Mind of Magnus

Artist Magnus Champlin Interviews guests sharing the stories and life adventures with the goal of expanding minds.

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