This is one of the most gorgeous theaters I've been to. The decor and architecture is spectacular…read more Acoustics are great as well. I sat in orchestra seating which provided a good watching and listening experience

This event space is great and used for all sorts of different concerts, plays, music, etc... The…read morefirst time i was here was for a comedy show and this last time was for a unique silk road ensamble (representing many cultures) The establishment is huge and very historic and beautiful. You feel as if you go back in time. There are many ushers so it's impossible to get lost. The place is very clean too. The only downside to the theatre is parking. Almost can never find street parking and the parking lot closest fulls up fast and can be costly.

The GEVA Theatre is the perfect venue for a special performance especially the Christmas Carol. My…read morehusband Dan & I have gone many times over the years and this year my mom got tickets for the Veterans show on December 28th and my niece & nephew joined us. I appreciated the fact they recognized all veterans from various branches in the beginning before the show started. The Christmas Carol is a wonderful production that gets you in the holiday spirit. In the middle they have an intermission and drinks/ snacks can be purchased at that time. Look up the GEVA theatre online for performances and you not regret experiencing this gem in the heart of Rochester. They have a parking lot & garage for easy parking next door as well!

We have just viewed 'The Woman in Black'! Jan/2026! In…read moreour 55 years of marriage, we have seen a huge amount of plays-on and off Broadway as well! Geva Theatre is a secret GEM!!!! We have been there many times, traveling from Buffalo, NY, and each and every performance is spectacular and entertaining !!! The theater, itself, is comfortable and inviting- never a bad seat! We highly recommend!!! Len & Marie Grieco

Overall this museum was very enjoyable and had some cool exhibits! This isn't a large museum, but…read moreit is very nice for its size. Weather on a sphere was a very cool experience. It seemed like they did a number of different demonstrations throughout the day, which was nice to see. A good number of the exhibits were interactive. There was also a strong focus on local natural history as well as indigenous history. The museum seemed very informative, particularly if you wanted to learn about local scientific history. It also seemed like it would be lots of fun for kids.

This museum is a treasure, from its exhibits & programs, to its staff it arrives to put the best…read morefoot forward educationally every single day. It contains a wealth of experience, knowledge & unique experience that highlights how valuable to the community it is. And it always has been. I've find childhood memories of frequent visits here with family, and my school. And hope whoever happens upon this humble review takes a chance and pays the RMSC a visit. As a day here, wandering the exhibits is a day well spent. Particularly with family.

The Anderson Building hosts an open house every first Friday and second Saturday of each month. I…read morelike the cozy welcoming vibe way better than than the HungerFord building. A lot of great welcoming artists showing thier beautiful art! A lot of cheese and drinks!

Anderson Alley is my favorite spot to go for First Friday and/or Second Saturday. It has a great…read moregroup of local artists, entrepreneurs, and one of the hidden gems of Rochester, the local military museum. I stumbled across it during one of their 2 (I think) annual open houses (which I believe are on a First Friday with extra hours). The military museum is awesome, the guys who run it are awesome, and they have awesome stories. Every time I go in there I talk with them for a while and hear more and more stories of where all the materials in there came from. The different galleries and spaces are excellent too. So many talented people and a great place to go get gifts for any reason. Its not just art, there are so many different things that are made in there from clothes to crafts to...well...you name it. Definitely one of the places that more people in the city should check out.

Parking isn't awesome downtown, but it never is. Bonus that by showtime it's at least free. The…read moredetails of the old architecture are beautiful and even better... the bathrooms are updated, clean and plentiful. I heard other patrons talking about how the building used to be a church.

So much to love about the Focus Theater! Previously housed near Byron street pre-pandemic, The…read moreFocus offers comedy classes and performances, along with corporate trainings and more. I've attended drop in and refresher improv classes here and can't say enough good things about the instructors and feel. If you're brand new to improv or a bit more seasoned, The Focus likely has an offering to meet your needs. They have a new space in the Sibley Building downtown, and are building up to more performances and offerings there in the coming weeks. I am looking forward to getting back sometime in the very near future and can't wait to see the amazing things they cook up.

Never a bad night when The Focus Theater is involved! Funny and fantastic shows, great classes, and…read moregreat people! Check out the theater any weekend for a funny show for a good price. See some improv and you'll be inspired to do it yourself! The classes are great for everyone, whether you're an aspiring star or just trying to get out of your shell.

The Flower City Arts Center is an amazing community space offering art opportunities for ALL…read morepeople: with classes for youth (pottery classes for ages 3 and up, teen classes, workshops and summer camps) and adults, for every level (beginner, intermediate and advanced), in several disciplines (photography, book arts and ceramics, plus offerings in drawing and painting) there is something for everyone! In the years since covid, the FCAC has not only survived, but they have thrived! Thanks in large part to a generous and supportive community of members and students, luck with grants, and a dedicated staff, they have weathered two leadership changes, have innovated with online course offerings and collaborations, and have upgraded the facility's security and air exchange systems to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all students, teachers, members, staff and community attendees. If you haven't visited in a while there are lots of things going on: -- check out exciting new class listings each quarter - weekend workshops, multi-day/week classes, artist talks -- join us on a First Friday when the galleries are open (and free!), highlighting local talent -- take part in our upcoming Flower City Pottery invitational (this year, Oct 13-15, 2023) - a 3-day ceramics event featuring artist talks, demos and a large and eclectic variety of items for sale -- Watch for community collaborations like the Clarissa Uprooted - Pythodd Tribute Mural Unveiling & Celebration on Main Street, in conjunction with Teen Empowerment The FCAC is a place I not only love and support (in case you can't tell from this review and my two others...), but as a 24/7 renter, I actively use the space too. I'd love to see more of your faces there - next time you are around ask for me and tell them I sent you!

I have only taken one class at Flower City Arts Center, but can't wait to get back and flex my…read morevisual art "skills." I was sent to Intro to Adobe Illustrator by my work, and had the best experience. There was a ton of content crammed into our semester, and I now confidently create advertisements, eblasts, and social media content for my organization in Illustrator exclusively. Working in Illustrator can often be frustrating, but Jeremy (the instructor) answered my questions with grace, patience, and a sense of humor. A gift certificate to this center makes for a great gift! There is a wide variety of class offerings, and many opportunities to push yourself or someone you love out of their comfort zone. Nonprofit art centers like Flower City are the backbone of ROC, and make it the cultural beacon that it is. I hope to someday become a member and make use of this facility on a more regular basis.

It was my first time at the theater at Innovation Square. Kind of an interesting place since it…read moreused to be part of Xerox so it's set up a little different than other performance halls. The theater itself was smaller than I thought. Maybe I'm just used to Kodak Theater on Ridge Road, which is much larger. But I like the more intimate experience. We bought tickets for an Amy Winehouse tribute band. They were excellent. The sound was great in there. We were in the first level left side of the stage. We parked right on the street so that was easy. But they do have a parking garage below and I'm not sure the cost. The theater itself is on the second floor of a building that overlooks a cool courtyard that's in between the theater and the old Xerox building which is now called Innovation Square. They had some good drink choices there, no food choices like cookies or anything, but that was OK. Overall, a very cool and good place to see a show. I'll definitely keep my eye out and come back in the future.

I had been here for work events in the past. I could not believe Nick Carter was coming here!!!…read moreIf a person you like comes to this theater, well, you hit the jackpot! Parking is easy and felt safe at night. The opening act came off the stage and literally walked right in front of me while I was on the way to the bathroom. I got front row seats, and got them pretty easily. I also did the VIP before the show. They made us line up outside, which was weird because it was windy. But I don't think that had anything to do with the venue though. I stood center stage right under him for his whole show. That makes one happy fangirl. I have been a BSB and Nick Carter fan for years and years! This was by far the easiest venue I've ever been to see them, and the easiest it ever was for me to get the front row. If he comes back here, I will run back! :)

Best in Movie- Music-Coffee-Desert in Rochester, NY True Gem…read moreof the East End ! Live music 7 days a week!

Love the movie line up. They usually have great movies to watch.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!read more

We just spent 2 full days at the Strong National Museum of play and there was an entire exhibit we…read moremissed! This place is so expansive and so well-done, I can't say it enough. My kids are 6, 4, and 2 and each of them had a genuinely wonderful time. My husband and I did as well. We brought our lunch both days and ate in the cafeteria. We brought our stroller in with us all around which was helpful for toting around all the stuff you need for 5 people. I really can't complain about a thing. There were employees all over the place cleaning up constantly and taking care of the exhibits while also not interfering with the kids and their play at all. On friday and Saturday they have extended hours into the evening which is what lead us to come when we did. We were happy to have extra time each of those days and stayed well beyond 4pm which is the closing time the rest of the days. If you are considering giving this place a go, check it out for sure!!!

We don't stop playing because we get old, we get old because we stop playing…read more.. This place is big! I spent over four hours here, and could've easily spent more. This place reminded me of the Exploratorium in San Francisco, , except instead of interactive exhibits highlighting scientific principles, these interactive exhibits were all about play! Play for both the kids, and the grown-ups. They had a ropes course for the younger kids, and another one for older kids and the grown-ups. For the kids, they had a scale model of a local grocery chain, where the kids could either "work", or "shop", right down to the working checkout lanes. They had a Sesame Street exhibit...., A butterfly habitat, and and All kinds of different indoor and outdoor play areas. I can still hula hoop! (for a whole five seconds...). They also had all of the exhibits on toys, games, and video games. This is the home of the national toy, Hall of Fame, and the national video game Hall of Fame. it was so cool seeing toys from my childhood, and a wide range of video games and pinball machine machines that are playable. The price to get in is very reasonable, and they also offer a military/veterans discount, and memberships to the museum, which offer free museum admission. There is a parking garage attached to the museum, with a small charge for parking, and there is a also a small charge for the ropes course, the butterfly habitat, or to play the video games/pinball machines. (4 tokens for a dollar, and every machine only takes one token...) This is an absolutely fun museum for kids of all ages. Thanks!!!