Rochester Performance & Arts Center
​32 North Main Street | Rochester, NH | 03867
Hours: Tuesday-Friday (2-6pm)
(603) 948-1099 | danica@rochesteroperahouse.com
Opened in 2017, and just down the block from the historic Rochester Opera House, the Rochester Performance & Arts Center (RPAC) offers additional programming in a smaller setting. RPAC combines a versatile recital hall featuring 150 seats; rehearsal and practice studios; costume and scenic workshops for theatre production; and a premier art gallery featuring emerging and seasoned artists. We also offer a wide range of educational programming, music and dance lessons, theatre camps, live performances, cabaret, and more.

Live Performances

Our versatile recital hall features 150 seats. It's the perfect location for intimate live performances, theatre shows, civic events, recitals, small trade shows, and more. The space is also available for rent for private parties and events.

Theatre Camps

Theatre Camp is a joyous hands-on experience offering lessons in acting, dancing, and singing.  Students showcase their theatre skills on the final day of camp with an evening performance for family, friends, and the public.

Music & Dance Lessons

We offer quality classes, lessons, and activities in an environment dedicated to excellence in the arts. Students of all ages, levels, and backgrounds can immerse themselves in private and group instruction for dance, voice, guitar, bass, drums, piano, and more. 

Art Classes

We offer affordable art classes for children, teens, and adults looking to explore their creativity in a supportive and safe environment. All classes are taught by dedicated professional artists. Materials are included for most classes. 

Private Parties & Event Rentals

Our venue makes the perfect place for your next performance, birthday party, retirement gathering, and much more. Use your imagination and we'll help to make it happen! With affordable rates, our venue is the perfect place for your next function.

The Art Gallery

The Art Gallery at RPAC is a premier exhibition space for emerging and seasoned artists to showcase their latest works. All exhibitions are curated by the Rochester MFA. Notable past exhibits features works by Andy Warhol, Micheal Phillips, and D.A. Dartt Hurst. 

HOW TO RETURN HOME starring KATHERINE FULLER
Saturday, October 5 (7:30pm)

THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT RPAC
​32 North Main Street, Rochester NH 03967
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Katherine Fuller is an actor, singer and teaching artist based in Salem, MA. A frequent collaborator with artists across New England, the Seacoast remains one of her favorite places to perform.  Katherine is on the voice faculty at Boston Conservatory at Berklee, has been an avid performer in Boston and New England for years and was most recently seen as Miss Honey in the Rochester Opera House’s production of Matilda. She is thrilled to kick off her summer/fall solo cabaret tour at RPAC this fall.  “How to return home” is about growing up, growing apart and growing into yourself. The performance blends storytelling with musical theatre, jazz and rock/folk favorites spanning from My Fair Lady, to Luther VanDross to Sunday in the Park with George, to The Beatles, that share the journey to find a place to call home. She is joined by Boston jazz pianist Michael Valdez and special guest acclaimed singer-songwriter Jessye DeSilva for an evening of laughter, love and great music.

CABARET SERIES at RPAC
​(October 27 - April 5)

THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT RPAC
​32 North Main Street, Rochester NH 03967

​The Cabaret Series at RPAC is an evening full of music performed by acclaimed actors and singers from around New England. Featuring accompaniment by Kathy Fink on piano, the Cabaret Series showcases emerging and seasoned performers alike. Each installment has a different theme so no two shows are the same! You’ll hear a variety musical genres and singing styles from a diverse group of talented performers. All proceeds directly support RPAC’s education and events programming.

Performance Schedule:
  • Music and the Macabre - Sunday, October 27 (7pm)
  • It's A Broadway Holiday - Sunday, December 15 (7pm)
  • Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Sunday, February 9 (7pm)
  • Sing Into Spring - Sunday April 5 (7pm)

YOUTH MAINSTAGE presents DISNEY'S FROZEN JR.
​(November 8 - 10)

THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT RPAC
​32 North Main Street, Rochester NH 03967

The enchanting modern classic from Disney is ready for your Broadway Junior stars! 'Frozen Jr.' is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.

A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, 'Frozen Jr.' expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, 'Frozen Jr.' is sure to thaw even the coldest heart.

Performance Schedule:
  • Friday, November 8 (7:30pm)
  • Saturday, November 9 (2pm & 7:30pm)
  • Sunday November 10 (2pm)

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:​
  • Thursday, April 16 (10am)
  • Friday, April 17 (10am)
  • Thursday, April 23 (10am)
  • Friday, April 24 (10am)
  • ​Call (603) 948-1682 for tickets. $7 per ticket, every 16th is free.