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2026-27 Performance Season

🎭 Get ready for an unforgettable season of performances! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce our 2026-27 lineup, featuring not one, not two, but SIX incredible productions that will leave you mesmerized!

First up, don't miss THE SPIDER OR THE FLY, a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from October 22-24 in the Black Box Theatre.

Presented in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals

Experience the magic of DISNEY'S FROZEN THE MUSICAL, a beloved tale of sisterly love and adventure, from December 11-13 in the Allen Main Stage Theatre.

Presented in special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI)

In the new year, we present THE DIVINERS, a poignant drama that explores the complexities of human connection, from February 4-6 in the Black Box Theatre. Presented in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals

Get ready to be dazzled by our talented dancers in the DANCE CONCERT 2027, taking place on March 5-6 in the Allen Main Stage Theatre.

Don't miss the iconic PIPPIN THE BROADWAY REVIVAL, a classic musical extravaganza, from April 29 to May 1 in the Allen Main Stage.

Presented in special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI)

But that's not all! We're also excited to present PUFFS - A ONE ACT FOR YOUNG WIZARDS, featuring the talented performers in grades 7-9 on June 3-5.

Presented in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals

NEW THIS SEASON: Each FRIDAY evening performance of a play or musical will be ASL Interpreted!

🎟️ Don't wait - secure your spot for the entire season with a Season Pass or purchase Individual Tickets now, and get ready for an unforgettable ride! 🎉

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Visit our FULL Season (including art openings and concerts) at https://sota.rcsdk12.org/arts-center/performance-season

Teach at SOTA

Discover your talent. Chase it.

Calling all members of the SOTA Community?  Have you ever wondered if your passion was teaching?  Where better to share that passion than at School of the Arts!

We are looking for the next generation of educators to bring their talents to 45 Prince Street:

Drivers Ed

Family & Consumer Sciences / Business

Computer Technology

Maybe it’s you. Maybe it’s someone you know. Tag them. Share this. Help us find the next great addition to the SOTA family.

Apply now: https://www.rcsdk12.org/careers/careeropportunities

Live Stream Music from SOTA

Did you know that all School of the Arts Music Concerts and Recitals are LIVE STREAMED?

They can be found HERE

SOTA POPS! 2026 at ESL Rochester Fringe Festival

5 Venues

45 Shows

82 Performances

SOTA POPS! 2026 at ESL Rochester Fringe Festival

Visit our full lineup at fringe.sotarochester.org

One of the biggest reasons School of the Arts does Fringe is for our students. Not only does the revenue from the festival help Friends of School of the Arts - Rochester, NY support student success, the festival itself provides an international stage for our students to shine on!

You can catch School of the Arts students in 3 productions!

Something for everyone! Hilarious new acts! Returning favorites!

Shows for all ages

Upcoming Events

Final pose of a dance number form the annual Dance Concert
Testimonial: Academic, Artistic, Humanistic

At School of the Arts, our mission is
Student Success: Academic, Artistic, Humanistic!