Recent Articles from Lisa Granite
Plasticiens Volants
Plasticiens Volants Don’t miss the free performances of Plasticiens Volants at Parcel 5 Sept. 13 and 14. The famous French company returns to Fringe this year with a new show: “Pearl: Secrets of the Sea.” You’ll see a tale involving giant, inflatable sea creatures and a precious pearl that will amaze and delight attendees of […]
The art of taking over
Stepping into a leadership role at an established business requires a steady hand and a bit of finesse. The hurdles are many—and can include everything from shoring up an organization’s lackluster performance to reassuring an apprehensive staff. Susan Horne, president and CEO of Surmotech LLC, and Becky Wehle, president and CEO of the Genesee Country […]
Amazing light
Amazing light Image City Photography Gallery presents The Magic of Light 2019. The gallery’s 12th annual juried show features over 100 photographers showcasing over 130 framed images. Opening reception is Friday, Jan. 4 from 5 to 9 p.m., where two Partner Choice Awards will be presented. At 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, a People’s […]
1. A Layer Beneath
International Art Acquisitions is currently displaying A Layer Beneath. Featuring Janet Richardson’s “Mingus” series, the exhibit is a marriage of structured composition and organic texture. Pictured is oil and mixed media on paper. On display Jan. 1 to 31. internationalartacquisitions.com
Breathing new life into Rochester’s old buildings
The repurposing trend has grown beyond household objects to encompass the entire house—or rather, warehouse. Old and often abandoned buildings are being upcycled into dynamic new spaces, salvaging a piece of Rochester’s history and giving both a new chapter. The first step in the process is simple: find the right building for the new need. […]
1. Young Scientist Day with JoJo
The Rochester Museum & Science Center is hosting Young Scientist Day with JoJo. JoJo is best known for his appearance on NBC’s Little Big Shots with host Steve Harvey, as well as his YouTube channel, “JoJo’s Science Show.” JoJo has taught fellow youngsters many fun projects like how to build a lemon clock and how […]
2. ‘Boundaries’
New film “Boundaries,” starring Vera Farmiga and Christopher Plummer, is playing at The Little Theatre tonight. Farmiga plays a single mother forced to drive her estranged pot-dealing father Jack (Plummer) from Texas to California with her troubled son Henry. thelittle.org
3. ‘Godspell’
Rob Sharman directs an updated version of the classical musical “Godspell” at the Multi-Use Community Cultural Center. In this play, Jesus and his disciples use song to deliver the messages of the stories from the gospel. July 12, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and July 15 at 2 p.m. at the MuCCC. muccc.org
4. Keith Urban
Country star Keith Urban is making his way back to Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center this weekend for his Graffiti U World Tour with special guest Kelsea Ballerini. Doors open at 6 and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. cmacevents.com
5. Hopeman Memorial Recital Series
The University of Rochester Carillon Society is bringing back the Hopeman Memorial Recital Series this summer, starting off with Tatiana Lukyanova on July 9. Lukyanova earned her undergraduate degree in piano and organ performance and her master’s in organ and carillon. Carillon is a set of bells in a tower that is played using a […]
‘Out My Window’
‘Out My Window’ Gail Albert Halaban’s photographs are on display beginning Saturday at the George Eastman Museum. The exhibit, titled “Out My Window,” features Halaban’s works from the earliest to most recent phases of her project. Visitors are invited to enjoy stunning images from cities all over the world including Istanbul, New York, Paris, Venice […]
Genesee County Fair
Genesee County Fair This summer marks the 179th annual Genesee County Fair. One of the longest running county fairs in New York, area residents go to the fair to enjoy classic eats, meet and greets with animals, kids rides and more. This year is no different. Here is a schedule of some […]