Rochester Opera House

COMEDIAN DAVE RUSSO - Friday, June 23

MAINSTAGE: Dave Russo is a comedian like no other. Dave has yet to meet a crowd that he can’t win over with his charm and upbeat attitude. His quick wit and clever improvisation skills keep audiences on their toes, never sure where Dave’s mind will ricochet to next. His artful storytelling, combined with his flair for theatrics, has entertained audiences around the country. Read More

ROCHESTER INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL - June 24 & 25

FILM SERIES: The Rochester Public Library and Museum of Fine Arts are coming together to host the first ever Rochester Independent Film Festival at the Rochester Opera House. The weekend long festival will feature award-winning independent films from around the globe. There will also be a surprise midnight screening of a classic horror film on Saturday. There is no formal admission fee although there is a suggested donation of $10 to help offset event costs.

COMEDIAN GILBERT GOTTFRIED - Saturday, July 8

MAINSTAGE: Gilbert Gottfried began doing stand-up at open mike nights in New York City and quickly became known as “the comedian’s comedian.” The veteran stand-up is a former Saturday Night Live cast member and has appeared in several popular films and comedy specials. Mature Content. Read More

COMEDIAN MARK RICCADONNA - Friday, July 14

MAINSTAGE: Mark is a gifted storyteller, with a charisma that makes you feel like you’ve known him forever, unique delivery, signature voice (that has landed him several commercials) and likability; you will see why he is a favorite everywhere! Most recently Mark has a lead role in the feature film "Days of Power" and is writing for Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update. Read More

DIRTY DEEDS THE AC/DC TRIBUTE - Saturday, July 22

MAINSTAGE: Take an unpredictable thrill ride with the nation’s number one AC/DC Tribute Band Dirty Deeds, back on our stage by popular demand. It’s high energy and wild entertainment, when Dirty Deeds delivers the on stage antics and theatrics of AC/DC, one of the world’s best rock and roll bands. Escape into pure rock n’ roll for an evening of the timeless hits of the great AC/DC. Read More

COMEDIAN JACKIE FLYNN - Friday, July 28

MAINSTAGE: Jackie Flynn has emerged as one of the funniest and most talked about comedians to come out of Boston. Joining the ranks of Steven Wright, Denis Leary, Lenny Clarke and Jay Leno, he has quickly parlayed his success as a stand-up to firmly establish himself in film and television. Audiences young and old appreciate his wit and rapid fire “take no prisoners” delivery. Read More

FRONTIERS - The Ultimate Journey Tribute - Saturday, July 29

MAINSTAGE: FRONTIERS is hailed by fans and critics alike as the BEST JOURNEY tribute band in the world, performing JOURNEY’S music with chilling accuracy! Lead vocalist Elaine Tuttle is an absolute dead ringer for Steve Perry vocally. Fans agree that FRONTIERS delivers the closest experience to the original Steve Perry fronted lineup. Read More

ALFRED THOMAS CATALFO MOVIE NIGHT - Saturday, August 5

FILM SERIES: Join us for an evening of 8 short films by seacoast writer, producer and director Alfred Thomas Catalfo, including his latest, the award-winning "Split Ticket," currently being featured at major film festivals. Other films include "Rocketship," "Moonlight Bait and Ammo," "Slam Man," "Bighorn," "Ear Whacks," "The Norman Rockwell Code," and Catalfo's first film, "Wages of Sin." Many of the cast and crew from all 8 films will be in attendance. Read More

COMEDIAN TIM KROMPIER - Friday, August 11

MAINSTAGE: Having headlined in comedy clubs, theatres, and showcases across the country, and with weekly spots in New York City and Long Island; Tim Krompier has blossomed into a stand-up comedy maven. Tim was recently featured on the MSG Network’s “The Bracket” giving his witty and educated comments on New York sports. Tim headlines at clubs across the US and Canada and continues to be in high demand for private and corporate events. Read More

COMEDIAN LENNY CLARKE - Friday, August 18

MAINSTAGE: Lenny Clarke has an oddly calibrated act — his material and his perspective are very much in an old-school Don Rickles vein, but his attitude is very much that of a quick-witted young comic. This contrast comes wrapped in a conversational, deceptively genial delivery, with just brief moments of clowning. Clarke is also unpredictable in a very good way on stage — you don’t know where he’s going to go next. Read More

TATTOO COWBOY - Saturday, September 9

DANCE PARTY: Tattoo Cowboy gives a show to remember every time they hit the stage! Audiences everywhere love Tattoo Cowboy’s hot rockin’ country hits, soulful harmonies, rippin' electric guitars, lush and mellow acoustics, heart pounding bass, heart-thumping drums, and two equally talented lead singers that give it their all for every performance. Tattoo Cowboy is famous for "giving it their all and leaving nothing behind!" You’ll be moved as they perform the exciting soundtrack to the American Dream… "Play tonight like there is no tomorrow." Read More

IT WAS A VERY GOOD YEAR: A TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA starring TONY SANDS - September 15-16

RENTAL PARTNER: This show is a must-see for any Sinatra fan. A multimedia extravaganza for the eyes and ears! Tony Sands has incorporated stunning graphics that entice you the moment the stage lights dim, and the music begins. The show starts with Sinatra’s early days with Tommy Dorsey in the bright lights of New York City, and brings us to his comeback at Madison Square Garden, the Main Event. Tony’s uncanny portraying of Frank’s mannerisms and singing voice takes the audience on a musical journey. Sands will be performing such hits as That’s Life, Come Fly with Me, Luck be A Lady, My Way, New York, New York and many more. Read More

CHARITY WINE TASTING at the CASTLE ON CHARLES - Thurs, Sept 21

SPECIAL EVENT: There will be a charity wine tasting held at The Castle on Charles to benefit the new Rochester Performance & Arts Center on North Main Street. The wine tasting will feature four tables of wines to sample as well as delicious food including shrimp cocktail, smoked salmon, a chef’s carving station, and many fine desserts. The event will also offer live music, silent auction, and chances to win tickets to shows at the Rochester Opera House. The event will be held from 6-9pm on Thursday, September 21st. The Castle is located at 19 Charles Street in Rochester, NH. Tickets are $45 per person.

ROCHESTER ROTARY PRO-AM FALL CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT - Tuesday, September 26

SPECIAL EVENT: Tournament is a scramble format with a PGA Club Professional matched with each team. 8AM Registration and a 9 AM Shot-gun start. Player buffet begins at tourney completion. Team and Individual Prizes and Contests. Space is limited to 72 players. To register by email contact: dclaveau@hrcu.org. Click here for registration and sponsorship forms.

Proceeds benefit the all-new Rochester Performance & Arts Center in downtown Rochester.

MICRO CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING - Saturday, September 30

MAINSTAGE: Micro Championship Wrestling is a high powered, explosive, athletic show with just the right touch of comedy thrown in to make it an event for all ages! These micro athletes may be short in stature but are giants in the world of entertainment where they will keep you on your feet, screaming and crying at the same time. Micro Championship Wrestling is the #1 Midget Wrestling company in the USA. Read More

COUNTRY MUSIC SUPERSTAR CLINT BLACK - Saturday, October 7

SPECIAL EVENT: Clint Black surged to superstardom as part of the fabled Class of '89, reaching #1 with five consecutive singles from his triple-platinum debut, Killin' Time. He followed that with the triple-platinum Put Yourself in My Shoes, and then a string of platinum and gold albums throughout the '90s. Along the way, Clint has sold over 20 million records, earned more than a dozen gold and platinum awards in the U.S. and Canada, landed nearly two dozen major awards and nominations, including more than a dozen GRAMMY nominations, and earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Read More

COMEDIAN BOB MARLEY - Friday, October 13

RENTAL PARTNER: Bob Marley is one of the hottest and most sought-after comedians in the country. He has been featured in his own special on Comedy Central, and is one of the few comics to do the complete late-night TV circuit: ‘The Late Show’ with David Letterman, ‘The Tonight Show’ with Jay Leno, ‘Late Night’ with Conan O’Brien, and ‘The Late Late Show’ with Craig Ferguson and Craig Kilburn. Read More

DIRTY DEEDS THE AC/DC TRIBUTE - Saturday, October 14

WILD CHILD - DAVE BROCK'S DOORS EXPERIENCE - Saturday, Oct 21

MAINSTAGE: Wild Child - Dave Brock's Doors Experience is the Los Angeles based act with over 20 solid years of world tour experience and has flourished in the competitive L.A. Music Scene. Faithfully re-creating a live Doors Concert on stage. The music is painstakingly reproduced and combined with the voice, look and essence of Jim Morrison live on stage. Wild Child tries to mirror the depth, energy and emotion of The Doors concerts as they were live back in the late 1960's. The Band also utilizes the same musical instruments live as The Doors did over 40 years ago. Wild Child performs internationally, playing to packed venues around the globe. Read More

THE CAPITOL STEPS - Sunday, November 12

SPECIAL EVENT: The Capitol Steps began as a group of Senate staffers who set out to satirize the very people and places that employed them. The group was born in December, 1981 when some staffers for Senator Charles Percy were planning entertainment for a Christmas party. Their first idea was to stage a nativity play, but in the whole Congress they couldn't find three wise men or a virgin. So, they decided to dig into the headlines of the day, and they created song parodies & skits which conveyed a special brand of satirical humor. Read More

EAGLEMANIA - The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band - Sat, Nov 18

MAINSTAGE: The music of the Eagles appeals to a wide variety of age groups, and the combination of heartfelt ballads, rock anthems laden with guitar harmonies, and the unmistakable sound of vocal harmonies as only the Eagles can do, has propelled the band for the past 40-plus years, positioning them as one of the most successful and popular bands in music history. Read More