FRANK SANTOS JR. COMIC HYPNOTIST
​Friday, February 14 (8pm)

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Sponsored by: Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with this hilarious, energetic and unique show! Frank Santos, Jr. has been mesmerizing audiences for over twenty years with his spectacular display of mind bending antics that can turn any skeptic into a fan.  No two shows are ever the same as the audience becomes the stars.  Under his hypnotic spell, audience members are more than willing to follow every command, from awkward to outrageous in the unpredictable, hilarious, laugh until your sides hurt. He is returning to our stage by popular demand for a tenth season!

R-rated comedy show.

HEY NINETEEN (STEELY DAN TRIBUTE)
Saturday, ​February 22 (8pm)

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Hey Nineteen is a Steely Dan Tribute band, an eleven-piece groove machine which brings an enormous amount of performance energy and spot on Steely Dan music. Hey Nineteen will amaze you with their exacting solos (as originally recorded), vocals, harmonies, and musicality, all while keeping you moving with their high energy show. Hey Nineteen a Tribute to Steely Dan is comprised of top professional musicians, many of whom have performed with Grammy- winning, international artists. Hey Nineteen brings the big hits and the deep cuts, from ‘Do It Again’ to ‘Your Gold Teeth II’, from ‘Reelin’ in the Years’ to “Doctor Wu” and “Peg” and many more.

LOS LOBOS
​​​Friday, March 6 (8pm)

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Their journey began in 1973, when Hidalgo (vocals, guitar, and pretty much anything with strings), Perez (drums, vocals, guitar), Rosas (vocals, guitar), and Lozano (bass, vocals, guitarrón) earned their stripes playing revved-up versions of Mexican folk music in restaurants and at parties. The band evolved in the 1980s as it tapped into L.A.’s burgeoning punk and college rock scenes. They were soon sharing bills with bands like the Circle Jerks, Public Image Ltd. and the Blasters, whose saxophonist, Steve Berlin, would eventually leave the group to join Los Lobos in 1984.

Early on, Los Lobos enjoyed critical success, winning the Grammy® for Best Mexican-American Performance for “Anselma” from its 1983 EP …And a Time to Dance. A year later, the group released its full-length, major-label debut, How Will the Wolf Survive? Co-produced by Berlin and T Bone Burnett, the album was a college rock sensation that helped Los Lobos tie with Bruce Springsteen as Rolling Stone’s Artist of the Year.

A major turning point came in 1987 with the release of the Ritchie Valens biopic, La Bamba. The quintet’s cover of Valens’ signature song topped the charts in the U.S. and the U.K. Rather than capitalize on that massive commercial success, Los Lobos instead chose to record La Pistola y El Corazón, a tribute to Tejano and Mariachi music that won the 1989 Grammy® for Best Mexican-American Performance. 

That kind of sharp artistic turn has become Los Lobos’ trademark, serving to both fuel the band’s creativity and keep its fans engaged. In 1992, that willingness to defy expectations led them to record Kiko, an adventurous album produced by Mitchell Froom that’s considered by many to be one the band’s very best. 

Since then, Los Lobos has continued to deliver daring and diverse albums such as Colossal Head (1996), Good Morning Aztlán (2002), The Town and the City (2006), Tin Can Trust (2010) and Gates of Gold (2015). On top of that, the band’s live shows never disappoint, as documented on the recent concert recordings Live at the Fillmore (2005) and Disconnected in New York City (2013). Through the years, they’ve managed to keep things interesting with unexpected side trips like an album of Disney songs in 2009, along with countless contributions to tribute albums and film soundtracks. One of those – “Mariachi Suite” from the 1995 film Desperado – earned the band a Grammy® for Best Pop Instrumental Performance. 

Los Lobos has sold millions of records, won prestigious awards and made fans around the world. But perhaps its most lasting impact will be how well its music embodies the idea of America as a cultural melting pot. In it, styles like son jarocho, norteño, Tejano, folk, country, doo-wop, soul, R&B, rock ’n’ roll and punk all come together to create a new sound that’s greater than the sum of its parts.

​KASHMIR (LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE)
​​Saturday, March 7 (8pm)

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Kashmir is the most authentic representation of Led Zeppelin on the modern national touring scene. Each of the 4 band members assumes their individual role with pinpoint accuracy. Kashmir possesses the live stage show, sound, and likeness to bring audiences and fans back to the days when the mighty Led Zeppelin ruled the musical landscape. With the playlist of every classic rock station and the most identifiable voice in rock history, Kashmir’s show features Page’s iconic double-neck guitar, Bonham’s drum solo, the stage show of the era, and most importantly, the greatest hits that make up the soundtrack to peoples’ lives. For those who dream to experience a live Led Zeppelin show, dream no more—Kashmir will fit the bill, hitting every stop along the way, leaving you thirsty for more.

​THE SPIRIT OF JOHNNY CASH
​Friday, March 13 (8pm)

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Sponsored by: First Seacoast Bank
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This is what country music is all about – the music of Johnny Cash.  Harold Ford is incredible as Johnny Cash.  He sings and looks exactly like the man in black – and it comes naturally.  Accompanied by the Red Hot Cash Band, an extraordinarily talented team of musicians, The Spirit of Johnny Cash recreates the music that made Johnny Cash country music’s most iconic performer.
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The spirit of Johnny Cash emanates through tribute artist Harold Ford with his deep baritone and striking resemblance to the country music icon.  In this incredible recreation of Johnny Cash in Concert, you’ll hear many of Cash’s greatest hits, including Folsom Prison Blues, I Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, Jackson, and many more.   The performance also features great songs by The Highwaymen, a project that featured Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson, as well as Carter Family tunes.  Audiences are mesmerized by the stage presence and charisma reminiscent of Johnny Cash performing at the Grand Ole Opry.

DANCE NORTHEAST
​Saturday, March 14 (2 & 7pm)

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Junior Companies and Student Choreography: 2pm
$9 all seats

Delight in the joy and artistry of dance when Sole City Dance and the Rochester Opera House join together to showcase talented dancers from companies and dance education centers around the region. The celebration presents an afternoon performance with junior companies and up-and-coming student choreographers. The show is filled with colorful, energetic performances of innovative, diverse choreography by some of the region’s finest young dancers.
Senior Companies and Guest Artists: 7pm
$15 adults / $11 students and seniors

​Delight in the joy and artistry of dance when Sole City Dance and the Rochester Opera House join together to showcase talented dancers from companies and dance education centers around the region. The show is filled with colorful, energetic performances of innovative, diverse choreography by some of the region’s finest dancers. The evening performance features senior and professional companies along with special guests.

CLASSIC STONES LIVE (ROLLING STONES TRIBUTE)
Friday, March 20 (8pm)

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Front man Keith Call has all of the moves and swagger of Mick Jagger, and along with his partner in crime Bernie Bollendorf, who portrays rock and roll outlaw Keith Richards, they complete the duo notoriously hailed as ‘The Glimmer Twins’. Their jaw dropping resemblance to these two rock and roll icons is simply amazing, but what truly makes Classic Stones Live™ unique, is their musical prowess, attention to detail, and the spot on renditions of all of your favorite Rolling Stones ‘classics’! From the signature saxophone solo in Brown Sugar to the unforgettable backing vocals in Gimme Shelter, every last detail has been accounted for by this eight piece band. Classic Stones Live™ performs all of the songs that are staples of any Rolling Stones show in original tunings. Classic Stones Live™ captures the raw energy of the most electrifying performances throughout The Rolling Stones career, recreates The Stones in their legendary prime. This is what makes Classic Stones Live™ THE number one Stones tribute in the world. Playing all of the hits that make up the soundtrack of many people’s lives, Classic Stones Live™ delivers a complete Rolling Stones experience every time.

​TUSK (FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE)
​Saturday, April 4 (8pm)

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Co-sponsored by: The Rochester Voice
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No wigs, no backing tracks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note for note renditions that no other Fleetwood Mac tribute on the touring scene today can come close to duplicating.  

​Tusk covers all the great hits of Fleetwood Mac, which has featured the talents of Mick Fleetwood, Christine and John McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks and others over the years. The five seasoned, well-respected musicians comprising Tusk have been making music together in various combinations and styles, in original outfits and in cover bands, for over twenty-five years.  It seemed only fitting that they should come together to form the Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute, and pay homage to a group that dominated the charts during the band members’ formative years.
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Authentic sounding and always respectful, Tusk leaves no stone unturned in replicating the sounds of one of the world’s best-loved, top selling bands.

TREASURE ISLAND BALLET 
(April 10-11)

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Presented by: Sole City Dance
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What could pirates and ballet possibly have in common? Answer: a great story. See for yourself how Sole City Dance's adaption of "Treasure Island", replete with intrigue and romance, mermaids and treasure, as well as a cast of memorable characters, brings beauty and artistry to Stevenson's beloved adventure tale. With Sole City's characteristic attention to detail and theme, the story becomes more than a race for treasure. The ballet features characters learning to "treasure" the most important things in life.

Performance Schedule:
  • Friday, April 10 (7pm)
  • Saturday, April 11 (2 & 7pm)

School Performances:​

MACBETH
​(April 16-24)

THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT RPAC
​32 North Main Street, Rochester NH 03967
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A Tale Full of Sound and Fury... Through the prophecy of the Three Witches, Macbeth learns that one day he will rule as King of Scotland. Spurred by ambition for power and at the urging of Lady Macbeth, the once brave general chooses a murderous path to take the throne from King Duncan.  After seizing power, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth, wracked with guilt by their evil deeds, begin the descent into madness. The play, considered one of Shakespeare’s darkest, most powerful works, dramatizes the corruptive psychological and political effects, when the desire for power becomes malevolent. 

An ROH Production. Contemporary Impressions.

Performance Schedule:
  • Friday, April 17 (7pm)
  • ​Saturday, April 18 (7pm)​

School Performances:​
  • Thursday, April 16 (10am)
  • Friday, April 17 (10am)
  • Thursday, April 23 (10am)
  • Friday, April 24 (10am)
  • ​Call (603) 948-1682 for tickets.

LOTTERY COCKTAIL PARTY
​Friday, April 24 (5:30pm)

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Tickets $100 admits two people. Celebrate 80’s Rock ’n Roll at the Rochester Opera House Lottery Cocktail Party, the premier fundraising event of the season!  Ten lucky ticket holders share $13,000 in cash prizes and the last ticket drawn names the $10,000 Grand Prize winner!  Join us for a fantastic evening, featuring tasty hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, music, games, prizes and a live and silent auction.  Funds raised during this event substantially support operations and our ability to present outstanding programming for adults, seniors, families, teens and children.

We invite you to attend and/or to consider a donation of goods, services, gift certificates or gift baskets for the live and silent auctions.  You might also consider supporting this fundraising event with a sponsorship or the purchase of a program ad. Rochester Opera House is a not-for-profit organization, so your donations are tax deductible.  All donors are recognized in the program.

Handicap Access in Balcony Only

CANDLEBOX
​​Saturday, April 25 (8pm)

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Emerging from Seattle’s burgeoning mid-1990s grunge scene, Candlebox quickly found mainstream success with their deep, lyrically-driven melodies and big radio hooks. Power anthems like “Far Behind” and “You,” from their debut, self-titled album exploded onto the charts propelling the album to sell more than four million copies worldwide. 

Later albums would showcase their versatility between emotionally-charged, brooding ballads like “Cover Me” and groove-infused, straight-up rock n’ roll tunes including “Change” and “Arrow”. The 2016 release of Disappearing In Airports found Candlebox revealing a more classic rock vibe with songs like “Vexatious” and “Supernova” driving the album to debut at#9 on the Billboard Charts. In 2019 the band toured, both domestically and internationally, to support their 25th Anniversary, and the group has announced plans to start writing and recording new music in the year ahead.

Handicap Access in Balcony. Standing Room Only on Orchestra Level. General Admission.

ROCK OF AGES
​​(April 30 - May 17)

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Sponsored by: DF Richard, Studley's Flower Gardens
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Rock of Ages takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair! This five-time Tony Award -nominated Broadway musical features the hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Styx, Whitesnake, and more.
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It’s the tail end of the big, bad 1980's in Hollywood, and the party has been raging hard. Aqua Net, Lycra, lace, and liquor flow freely at one of the Sunset Strips last legendary venues, a place where sex machine Stacee Jaxx takes the stage and scantily clad groupies line up to turn their fantasies into reality. Amidst the madness, aspiring rock star (and resident toilet cleaner) Drew longs to take the stage as the next big thing (and longs for small-town girl Sherri, fresh off the bus from Kansas with stars in her eyes). But the rock and roll fairy-tale is about to end when German developers sweep into town with plans to turn the fabled Strip into just another capitalist strip mall. Can Drew, Sherri, and the gang save the strip–and themselves–before it's too late? Only the music of hit bands holds the answer. 

“Rock of Ages” is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company. Book by Chris D’Arienzo. Arrangements and Orchestrations by Ethan Pop.

Reserved table seating available on orchestra floor
Handicap Access in Balcony Only

Performance Schedule:
  • Thursday April 30 (7:30pm) GET TICKETS
  • Friday, May 1 (7:30pm)
  • Saturday, May 2 (2 & 7:30pm)
  • Sunday, May 3 (5pm)
  • Friday, May 8 (7:30pm)
  • Saturday, May 9 (2 & 7:30pm)
  • Sunday, May 10 (5pm)
  • Friday, May 15 (7:30pm)
  • Saturday, May 16 (2 & 7:30pm)
  • Sunday, May 17 (5pm)

CURIOUS GEORGE: THE GOLDEN MEATBALL
​​(May 21-23)

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Everyone's favorite mischievous monkey and his friend in the yellow hat sing and dance up a storm in this adventure-filled musical. Join Curious George, the inquisitive, lovable monkey-star of books, movies and the award-winning PBS television show in a brand-new musical. Curious George: The Golden Meatball is a loveable adventure, specifically designed for young audiences, that is sure to leave them singing and swinging down the aisles.

All You-Can-Eat Meatball Day came just once a year. George had been waiting all month for that day, a day almost bigger than his birthday! On Meatball Day, George helped his friend, Chef Pisghetti, cook some delicious meatballs and serve them to the hungry crowd. But this year, the crowd had vanished! Something was keeping people away... something pretty big. And that something was Phinneas T. Lightspeed and his speedy Meatballs-o-Matic machine. In despair, Chef Pisghetti vows to cook no more. Determined to help his friend, George goes on a mission to enter the Chef's meatballs in the world-famous Golden Meatball Contest in Rome.

Performance Schedule:
  • Friday, May 22 (7pm)
  • ​Saturday, May 23 (11am)​

School Performances:
  • Thursday, May 21 (10am)
  • Friday, May 22 (10am)
  • ​Call (603) 948-1682 for tickets.

THE LEGEND OF ROBIN HOOD
​(May 28-30)

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Presented by: Homeschool Theatre Guild

Seize your quarterstaffs and sharpen your wits! Greedy King John sits on England’s throne while the Sheriff and his cronies tax and terrorize Nottingham’s townspeople. Robert of Locksley, driven from his home and with a bounty placed on his head, is forced to flee - leaving his beloved Maid Marion behind. Robert joins a band of merry men (and women!) taking refuge in Sherwood Forest. His perfect marksmanship and shrewd intelligence pave the way for him to be known as Robin Hood – the fearless leader of their underground rebellion. It isn’t long before the Sheriff and his men close in and seem sure to capture Robin Hood and his friends. In the adventure of a lifetime, our heroes prove that bravery, resourcefulness, and justice will win in the end. The whole family will be thoroughly entertained and drawn into the timeless literary tale of The Legend of Robin Hood!

Script adapted by J.L. Reiman. 
Presented by special arrangement with Eldridge Publishing Company.
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Homeschool Theatre Guild, a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization now in its 25th year, continues its tradition of bringing gems of literature to the stage, delighting its audiences and celebrating the classics. To learn more about Homeschool Theatre Guild, go to www.homeschooltheatre.org.

Performance Schedule:
  • ​Thursday, May 28 (7pm)
  • Friday, May 29 (9:30am & 7pm)
  • Saturday, May 30 (2 pm)*
  • *American Sign Language Interpreted Show

​THE CORVETTES DOO WOP REVUE
Friday, June 5 (8pm)

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Sponsored by: 105.9 FM WMEX

Returning by popular demand, The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue is not just a concert, it’s an all-out Doo Wop celebration!  Dedicated to preserving and performing the greatest music ever made – the music of the 1950’s Doo Wop era – The Corvettes fresh new energy, incredibly entertaining show and comical stage antics leave happy audiences screaming for more!  Cruise back in time to reminisce with Come Go with Me, Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ on, In the Still of the Night, Earth Angel, Sea Cruise, At the Hop, Runaround Sue, and many, many more!
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In addition to performing their own outstanding concerts, The Corvettes have toured with many legendary Doo Wop groups including The Drifters, The Tokens,  Danny & The Juniors, The Platters, The Coasters, The Marvelettes, the Shirelles  and many more.

FOREIGNERS JOURNEY (FOREIGNER & JOURNEY TRIBUTE)
Saturday, July 11 (8pm)

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The music and energy of two legendary stadium rock bands come together in one electrifying show! This amazing show brings together the incredible sounds of two of rock’s greatest arena bands of the 80’s – Foreigner & Journey. Experience the rock ballads Faithfully, Waiting for a Girl Like You, and Open Arms, along with rock classics Cold As Ice, Urgent, Hot Blooded, Feels Like The First Time, Jukebox Hero, Separate Ways, Don’t Stop Believin’, Anyway You Want It … and so much more! All performed as the originals were, in their original key and pitch!

DIRTY DEEDS (AC/DC TRIBUTE)
Saturday, August 22 (8pm)

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Dirty Deeds The AC/DC Experience out of Boston, MA, has been touring the US for over 20 years bringing forth their high energy and wildly entertaining tribute to one of the world's best rock bands, AC/DC! Dirty Deeds' performance revisits all of the timeless AC/DC hits along with a theatrical ride through rock n' roll history bringing you back to the early music that was at the roots of AC/DC's rise to stardom.

Earning a reputation for their attention to detail and passion for AC/DC, Dirty Deeds The AC/DC Experience recreates the exact sound of AC/DC by capturing the unique and exact tone that the super group has come to be known for. On stage, Dirty Deeds mimic the antics and appearance of AC/DC in such a way that will keep you wondering if you're experiencing the real thing! Making use of interactive video, lighting, and functional theatrical props, Dirty Deeds recaptures the essence of an AC/DC concert in its entirety! Truly an experience, unlike any other!
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A true audio and visual experience, Dirty Deeds invites you to take part in a few hours of pure Rock n' Roll escapism as they take the stage and pay tribute to one of the greatest bands of our time.