Please watch for special events for our donors, from VIP nights to Magic in the Making.

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What's the Price?

To coincide with Geva Theatre Center’s production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, The Price, Geva has joined forces with WXXI to present a special antiques appraisal event at Geva Theatre Center on Saturday, March 6 from 9am to 12pm. Learn more here.

Convenience Reunion Concert - March 15, 2010

When it premiered in the Nextstage at Geva in 2000, audiences fell in love with Gregg Coffin’s Convenience. A hugely successful run in the Mainstage followed, and Convenience has been delighting audiences across the country ever since. The original cast is reuniting for this concert to commemorate Geva's 25th Anniversary in the New York State Armory Building. Click here to learn more.

Previous Events

Book Amnesty Day - February 12, 2010

Coinciding with Geva's presentation of Underneath the Lintel - about a librarian who embarks on a quest to find out who anonymously returned a library book that is 113 years overdue - patrons may donate a new or gently used book to the Central Library on 115 South Avenue and receive a credit of $1 per book for overdue fines up to a total credit of $15 (excluding lost books or collection agency accounts). The books collected will benefit the Rochester Literacy Movement, the Rochester Public Library and branch libraries book give-away projects. At lunchtime, actor Daniel Pearce who plays the Librarian will be on hand at the Central Library to talk about the play, his role and to give library staff and patrons a taste of what they can expect to see when they attend a performance of Underneath the Lintel. For that evening’s performances of Underneath the Lintel at 7pm and Almost, Maine at 8pm, Geva will offer patrons who present their Monroe County Library Systems card 50% off of the price of a gourmet cookie in the Geva Café.

Magic in the Making - December 7; 6-8:00pm

Have you ever wondered how we create the scenery, costumes, props, lighting and sound for shows like A Christmas Story? Now’s your chance to take a peek behind the scenes at Geva. This annual open house is one of our favorite events, because we get to talk to you about all the cool stuff we get to do. Over 350 people attended Magic in the Making last year – we hope to see an even bigger crowd this year!

TheatreRocs - Monday October 26,2009

Formed in the Fall of 2008, this alliance of more than 20 local arts groups has impacted Rochester’s Theatre-goers more than any previous group of its type. Dedicated to promoting great local talent, TheatreROCS represents all of what is great about Rochester with its sole purpose to let Rochesterians know about the numerous options for dynamic live theatre. Don’t Miss Out To see TheatreROCS Perform on October 26, 2009. 

Mercury Opera Divas and More

On Sunday, July 19th Mercury Opera Rochester will host a special fundraising event in collaboration with Geva Theatre Center.  Mercury Opera Divas and More, an elegant evening of classic opera arias and popular musical theatre selections, features artists who previously starred in Mercury Opera productions.

Summer Curtain Call 2009 - Friday June 26,2009 (click here)

Every summer at Geva Theatre Center, we host Summer Curtain Call, a dazzling gala event to raise funds for our Education and Outreach programs. Live music, delectable gourmet hors d'oeuvres and desserts, a Grande Pavilion on Woodbury Boulevard, live and silent auctions, and a production featuring local VIPs are just a few of the enticements that make the annual event a spectacular evening; an experience not be missed!

Last year, there were more than 400 people in attendance that helped us raise over $130,000 in support of our Education and Outreach programs.

Laugh Out Loud with SIS

May31st at 6:30 pm in the Mainstage

On Sunday, May 31st at 6:30pm the Geva Mainstage will be rocking with laughter as nationally renowned comics hit the stage for the 3rd Annual Laugh Out Loud with SIS. This event raises much needed funds to support those battling breast cancer. The evening features great food, wine, a silent auction and loads of fun courtesy of a selection of the country’s funniest comedians

TheatreRocs - Monday April 20,2009

Formed in the Fall of 2008, this alliance of more than 20 local arts groups has impacted Rochester’s Theatre-goers more than any previous group of its type.  Dedicated to promoting great local talent, TheatreROCS represents all of what is great about Rochester with its sole purpose to let Rochesterians know about the numerous options for dynamic live theatre.

Don’t Miss Out To see TheatreROCS Perform on April 20.  Click here for more details.

Magic in the Making - Monday March 23, 2009

“Magic in the Making” is a theatre-wide event – a chance for all of our departments to show the kind of work that goes into producing a show here at Geva. It is one of our favorite events of the year. Thank you so much for making this year's event such a resounding success! Over 350 people attended this event, making this our most successful Magic in the Making event

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