Performing Arts Tickets - Rochester, NY

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

Jersey Boys

The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, Music by Bob Gaudio, Lyrics by Bob Crewe

Performances May 8-25, 2025 at the OFC Creations Theatre Center;
Run time approximately 2 hours plus intermission; Appropriate for ages 16 & up, no children under 5 permitted

Please note: Jersey Boys contains strong language and themes, and is recommended to mature audiences only

Starring Adam Marino as Frankie Valli!

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First Production Produced in Rochester! Oh, what a night! How did a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks become one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time?

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Jersey Boys is the smash-hit musical that gives us the true, sometimes gritty, and always spectacularly entertaining story of falsetto idol Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The blue-collar boys in the shiny Lurex suits strode onto the scene in 1965, wowing the public for 20 years with hits such as ‘Big Girls Don't Cry,’ ‘Oh What a Night,’ ‘Walk Like a Man,’ ‘Beggin,’ ‘Sherry’ and many more. But before fame and fortune came a difficult, and sometimes not entirely legal, journey to stardom.

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Since its debut in 2005, Jersey Boys has become a must-see, embedding itself in the American musical theater landscape, winning 4 Tony Awards on Broadway and proving that the rags to riches, to rags again, story is an ever-enduring theme! Jersey Boys is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com

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The first Rochester produced production of Jersey Boys is under the direction of Eric Vaughn Johnson featuring a cast of professional performers from across the country. Starring as Frankie Valli is Adam Marino who has performed this iconic role at five different professional theatres across the country.

OFC Creations Presents
 

Seussical KIDS 

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Live in person performances on Thursday, May 22 at 5PM & Friday, May 23 at 5PM at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Appropriate for all ages

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical KIDS, a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Lucky Stiff, My Favorite Year, Once on This Island, Ragtime).

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Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat, our narrator, tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child, who gets in trouble for thinking too many "thinks." Horton's challenge is twofold — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!

OFC Creations Presents
 

Chicago High School Edition​

Performances on Friday, May 30 at 7PM*; Saturday, May 31 at 2PM; Saturday, May 31 at 7PM; and Sunday, June 1 at 2PM at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Appropriate for ages 13 & up

In “Roaring Twenties” Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap... until he finds out he's been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another "Merry Murderess," Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the "American Dream": fame, fortune, acquittal, and all that jazz.

Featuring hit tunes “Funny Honey,” “Both Reached for the Gun,” “Razzle Dazzle,” “Hot Honey Rag,” and more. 

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Please note this production includes PG-13 material.

The Friday, May 30 performance will be ASL Interpreted. 

OFC Creations Presents
 

Student Recital

Performances on Saturday, June 7 at 7PM and Sunday, June 8 at 4PM at The Old Farm Cafe (right next door to the theatre); Appropriate for all ages

OFC's private lesson students perform an end of year showcase featuring voice students, piano students, and acting students. Families and friends are invited to celebrate their artistic successes.

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About OFC's Private Lesson program: Open for ages 7 to 107, one-on-one instruction is available for all students interested in expanding their skills in music, drama, and dance. 

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Private lesson students will perform in a recital typically twice each year at OFC. The advantage of taking lessons at OFC is that our instructors can focus specifically on musical theatre, including audition material for upcoming shows with us, with your school, or beyond! Many OFC students are performing professionally and continue to hone their skills with us.

OFC Creations Presents
 

101 Dalmatians KIDS​

Performances on Thursday, June 12 at 7PM and Friday, June 13 at 7PM at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Appropriate for all ages

Based on the classic animated film, Disney's 101 Dalmatians KIDS is a fur-raising adventure featuring Cruella De Vil, Disney's most outrageous villain, and 101 of the most adorable heroes to set their paws onstage. With a high-spirited score and lovable characters, this stage adaptation is certain to charm and delight all audiences.

Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita's former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring rescue of the puppies from Cruella and her bumbling henchmen.

The Innerloop Blog & OFC Creations Present

Innerloop Comedy Takeover

Performance Friday, June 27 at 8:30PM at OFC's The Old Farm Cafe; Doors will open at 7:30PM for seating and food/beverage ordering; Appropriate for ages 18 & up

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Laugh local as The Innerloop Blog brings its signature blend of stand-up comedy and Rochester satire to the stage at The Old Farm Café.

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This special showcase features performances from Rachel Daze, Errico (Rochester’s Funniest Person 2024), and Conor McCann (Innerloop Roast Battle Champion 2025), hosted by Shane Allen (Innerloop Podcast).

Sit back and enjoy a night of great jokes, handcrafted food and drinks, and exclusive Innerloop giveaways! This show is rated R and is for mature audiences.

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ABOUT THE CAFE VENUE

OFC's The Old Farm Cafe is located next door to the OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Place). The cafe offers a one-of-a-kind experience, transporting guests to a captivating, whimsical, and unique theatrical barnyard. The cafe serves hot and cold drinks, coffee and other hand-crafted caffeinated beverages, food and so much more! Audience members can order food and beverages to their tables to enjoy during the show. Wine and beer will also be available for purchase. Find out more at www.TheOldFarmCafe.com

OFC Creations Presents

ROC City Singers Senior Recital

Performance Sunday, June 29th at 6PM at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Appropriate for all ages, no children under 5 permitted

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Come see the ROC City Singers by Judith Ranaletta perform at their Senior Recital and final concert of the season on June 29th at 6:00 pm.

This concert will include sets from the whole group — including music from the Great Gatsby, Phantom of the Opera, Madonna, and more — and will feature special selections by graduating seniors Ava Cuchiarele, Fiona Culhane, Aaliyah Nicholas, Giada De Marco, Katelin DiSalvo, Viveka Frisk, and Ryan Hinks. 

You will not want to miss this chance to see the ROC City Singers perform on the OFC Main Stage! Tickets are $10 (plus $1.80 service fee) and will be available online and at the door.

OFC Creations Present
 

Drag Me To Brunch

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Performance on Sunday, July 27. Doors open at 10:30am, brunch served at 11am, show starts at 12pm at OFC’s The Old Farm Café (3450 Winton Place, next door to the theatre)

Travel down to the farm with Rochester’s most fabulous drag queens! The honky-tonk show starts at 12pm and will conclude by 2pm. $65 tickets which includes one mimosa, brunch buffet, and the show. Please note that the brunch will be a pre-set buffet, not our normal menu. Tickets are by reserved seating, please note, if you do not purchase all tickets at your table, you may be seated with other parties. Parties larger than four are encouraged to purchase two tables close to each other and adjust them together upon arrival. We suggest bringing some cash for tipping the fabulous queens (but please don't tip the farm cows)!

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ABOUT THE CAFE VENUE

OFC's The Old Farm Cafe is located next door to the OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Place). The cafe offers a one-of-a-kind experience, transporting guests to a captivating, whimsical, and unique theatrical barnyard. The cafe serves hot and cold drinks, coffee and other hand-crafted caffeinated beverages, and so much more! Find out more at www.TheOldFarmCafe.com

OFC Creations Presents

My Gal Patsy: The Ultimate Tribute to Patsy Cline

Performance Saturday, September 6 at 7PM and Sunday, September 7 at 2PM at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Appropriate for ages 13 & up, no children under 5 permitted

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Starring Josie Waverly! Take a captivating country music journey to the magic realm of a Patsy Cline concert starring the one and only Josie Waverly. This 90 minute Patsy Cline tribute show touches all of Patsy's early hits and culminates with an unforgettable rendition of her signature final recording "Sweet Dreams." Songs include "Walking After Midnight," "Lovesick Blues," "There He Goes," "Leavin’ on Your Mind," "Crazy" and several others.

Josie Waverly astounds with a presence and vocal performance, supported by outstanding musicians that will leave you feeling you've traveled to that timeless moment of a true Patsy Cline Concert. 

OFC Creations Presents

Sinatra at the Sands Reprise

Performance Saturday, September 20 at 7:30PM at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Run time approximately 2 hours plus intermission; Appropriate for ages 13 & up, no children under 5 permitted

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Sinatra at the Sands Reprise recreates the 1966 show with Frank and the 12-piece Count Basie Band and features Frank Torchio’s rendering of the Chairman of the Board and The Russell Scarbrough Orchestra swinging like the Count. The Reprise Show includes many definitive readings of the songs most closely identified with Sinatra, such as "Come Fly With Me," "The Lady is a Tramp," "I’ve Got You Under My Skin," and "Luck be a Lady," as well as comedy & impressions.

Frank Torchio has been performing for over four decades – as a vocal impersonator and comic impressionist. In the 1980s he performed at comedy clubs in Manhattan, such as, The Comic Strip and The Improv. In 1995, Frank won first place as Rochester’s Funniest Bigshot at Rochester’s Geva Theatre‘s fundraiser, Stand Up for Geva. In 2003, Frank began singing with Nik Entertainment’s Rochester Rat Pack and shortly thereafter, he formed Frank’s Rat Pack.

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

Finding Neverland

Book by James Graham, Music and Lyrics by Gary Barlow & Eliot Kennedy, Based on the Miramax Motion Picture written by David Magee and the play The Man Who Was Peter Pan by Allan Knee

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Performances September 25-October 19, 2025 at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Run time approximately 2 hours 15 minutes plus intermission; Appropriate for all ages, no children under 5 permitted

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Based on the Oscar-winning movie, Finding Neverland tells the uplifting story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful, widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, leaving his old world behind for Neverland, where nothing is impossible, and the wonder of childhood lasts forever.

The show's bubbly pop score comes courtesy of British singer Gary Barlow (formerly of the boy band Take That) and Grammy Award-winning songwriter Eliot Kennedy, who's penned tunes for the likes of The Spice Girls and Bryan Adams. Weaving together real-life events and flights of fancy into the world of The Lost Boys and Captain Hook, don't miss this glorious musical as it swashbuckles its way to you!

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The first Rochester-produced production of Finding Neverland is under the direction of Eric Vaughn Johnson, featuring a cast of professional performers from across the country. OFC will be one of the first regional theatres in the country to present this hit musical. Save with a six-show season subscription here.

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas

Music and Lyrics by Paul Williams, Book by Timothy Allen McDonald & Christopher Gattelli, A theatrical adaptation of the Jim Henson Television Special Based on the illustrated book Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas by Russell Hoban & Lillian Hoban

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Performances November 26-December 7, 2025 at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Run time approximately 1 hour 15 minutes plus intermission; Appropriate for all ages, no children under 5 permitted

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Regional Premiere! Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas brings the beloved Jim Henson television special to life, live on stage. Hailed by The New York Times for its “superb score” by Academy Award–winning songwriter Paul Williams, this nostalgic tale takes us to Frogtown Hollow, where Ma and Emmet Otter risk what little they have to make each other’s holiday dreams come true. This very merry musical is a heartwarming celebration perfect for the entire family.

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It’s three days before Christmas and Mayor Fox has just announced a Christmas talent contest with a grand prize of fifty dollars! Meanwhile, times are tough for Ma and Emmet Otter since Pa passed away, and winning that prize money would allow them to secretly buy each other a Christmas gift. Emmet considers forming a jug-band with his friends, but in order to do that he’ll have to put a hole in Ma’s washtub. The problem is, Ma earns money by doing other folks’ laundry in the washtub. Ma thinks about hocking Pa’s old toolbox so she can make a costume for the contest, but Emmet uses those tools to do odd jobs. As Christmas Eve and the talent contest quickly approach, will Ma and Emmet sacrifice what little they have, or will their Christmas wishes come true?​

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This regional premiere of Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas is under the direction of Eric Vaughn Johnson, featuring a cast of professional performers from across the country. OFC is one of the first theatres in the country to present this brand-new musical. Save with a six-show season subscription here​.

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

Home For The Holidays with
The Calamari Sisters

Performances Thursday, December 11 at 7PM; Friday, December 12 at 7PM; Saturday, December 13 at 2PM; Saturday, December 13 at 7PM; and Sunday, December 14 at 2PM at the OFC Creations Theatre Center

Run time approximately 2 hours plus intermission; Appropriate for ages 13 & up, no children under 5 permitted

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Tickets are now on sale!

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Your favorite public access cable TV stars - The Calamari Sisters - are back with their brand-new Christmas show!  In typical fashion, they'll be bringing their plus-sized chaos to this Yuletide season with new Italian recipes, hilarious anecdotes, and of course, singing and dancing their way through some of your favorite holiday tunes.  Join Delphine & Carmela as they make a musical mad dash to host their extended family for the holidays - aunts, uncles, cousins galore, and even Dominick the Donkey!  With The Calamari Sisters, peace on Earth isn't even an option.

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This series add on is not included in the season subscription, however subscribers will receive 10% off tickets by calling the box office.

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

Dr. Seuss'
How The Grinch Stole Christmas!
The Musical

Based on the book How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss; Book and Lyrics by Timothy Mason; Music by Mel Marvin; Additional Music and Lyrics by Albert Hague and Dr. Seuss

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Performances December 18, 2025-January 4, 2026 at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Run time approximately 1 hour 20 minutes plus intermission; Appropriate for all ages, no children under 5 permitted

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Starring Garrett Clayton as The Grinch!

Returning to OFC, Garrett Clayton is best known from Teen Beach Movie, The Fosters, and Hairspray LIVE!

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A miserly and miserable, ever-so-cantankerous Grinch has observed the despicable Christmas joy of the Whos with disdain, from a distance, for decades. Enough! In this favorite holiday story, filled with toe-tapping music and Seussian rhymes, he conceives a dastardly plot to destroy the holiday they love. It’s the smallest of the Whos, tiny Cindy Lou, who extends a hand. Through the combination of kindness and community, we witness not only a change in the course of Who-History, but the size and capacity of the cantankerous Grinch’s heart.

Based on the iconic animated film and beloved children’s book, Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas!, the musical features the hit songs "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome Christmas" from the original animated television special. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is "two sizes too small," decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos.

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The first Rochester-produced production of Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is under the direction of Eric Vaughn Johnson and David Autovino, featuring a cast of professional performers from across the country. OFC is one of the first regional theatres to present this new musical. Save with a six-show season subscription here​.

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

Hello, Dolly!

Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman, Based on the play The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilde, Original Production Directed and Choreographed by Gower Champion, Produced for the Broadway Stage by David Merrick and Champion Five, Inc.

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Performances January 29-February 15, 2026 at the OFC Creations Theatre Center; Run time approximately 2 hours 15 minutes plus intermission; Appropriate for ages 10 & up, no children under 5 permitted

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Starring Elaine Hendrix as Dolly Gallagher Levi

From Disney’s The Parent Trap, SNL’s Superstar, & the cult classic Romy & Michele's High School Reunion

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In 1880's Yonkers a rich and cantankerous widower by the name of Horace Vandergelder is on the lookout for a wife. To help him on his quest he engages the services of professional matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, but little does he know that Dolly has his perfect match in mind from their very first meeting - herself! Now all she has to do is make Horace realize it as well!

Featuring the timeless songs "Put On Your Sunday Clothes," "Before the Parade Passes By," "It Only Takes A Moment," and the title song, Hello, Dolly! is an extravagant old-school treat, following the efforts of the titular matchmaker to land a wealthy and cantankerous widow.

Based on Thornton Wilder's play The Matchmaker, the show debuted on Broadway in 1964 as a storming success, winning an unprecedented 10 Tonys at that year's ceremony and was adapted for the big screen five years later.

This golden age hit musical is under the direction of Eric Vaughn Johnson and Tripp Hanson, featuring a cast of professional performers from across the country. Hello, Dolly! is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. Save with a six-show season subscription here​.

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

The Bodyguard The Musical

Book by Alexander Dinelaris, Based on the Warner Bros. film, Screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan, Produced with permission of Warner Bros. Theatre Venture, Inc., Originally produced in the West End by Michael Harrison and David Ian

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Performances April 9-April 26, 2026 at the OFC Creations Theatre Center

Run time approximately 2 hours plus intermission; Appropriate for ages 12 & up, no children under 5 permitted

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​Starring Aliyah Khaylyn as Rachel Marron

Standout performer from Season 26 of NBC's The Voice

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The Bodyguard The Musical follows a charged star-crossed love story between a soul diva and her personal bodyguard in the face of constant danger. The 1992 blockbuster movie propelled Whitney Houston to superstardom, along with romantic lead Kevin Costner, and is revered as one of the best romantic thrillers in cinema.

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Following attempts on a young superstar's life by an obsessed stalker, former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer is hired to protect his new charge. But as Farmer discovers to his chagrin is that show business works differently from life in the White House; his employer Rachel Marron is fiercely headstrong, stubborn and refuses to cooperate. A romantically charged tug-of-war ensues, as both attempt to assert their authority; however, the last thing that they expected to happen was to fall in love.

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The Bodyguard features a multitude of Whitney Houston's greatest hits, including “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “So Emotional,” “How Will I Know,” “I’m Every Woman,” “Saving All My Love,” “Run to You,” “I Have Nothing,” and one of the biggest selling songs of all time – “I Will Always Love You.”

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This breathtakingly romantic thriller and West End smash hit is under the direction of Eric Vaughn Johnson, featuring a cast of professional performers from across the country. Save with a six-show season subscription here​.

OFC's Broadway in Brighton Series Presents

Over the Rainbow:
The Golden Girls Musical

Conceived, written, and directed by Eric Vaughn Johnson

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Performances May 14-May 31, 2026 at the OFC Creations Theatre Center

Run time approximately 2 hours plus intermission; Appropriate for ages 16 & up, no children under 5 permitted

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World Premiere! The Golden Girls are back by popular demand, get ready to take an unforgettable trip "Over the Rainbow" in this uproarious brand-new musical parody!

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When a fierce hurricane sweeps through Miami, Dorothy Zbornak is whisked away to the magical land of Oz. There, she must find her way back home to Miami, by teaming up with some unexpected companions. Rose, the loveable yet clueless Scarecrow from St Olaf, who’s searching for a brain. Blanche, the sultry Southern Tin-Belle, desperately in need of a heart (and maybe a little romance). And, of course, the sharp-tongued Sophia the Lion, searching for courage while biting back at anyone who crosses her path.

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Dorothy and her three friends will sing, dance, and wisecrack their way down the yellow brick road on their musical adventure. Will the girls find their heart, brain, and courage — along with a little Miami sunshine? It’s a musical mashup you won’t want to miss!

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This brand-new musical is the perfect blend of wit, charm, and nostalgia. Full of vibrant tunes, hilarious zingers, and enough sass to light up the stage, this musical delivers a fun, nostalgic ride you’ll never forget.​

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Over The Rainbow: The Golden Girls Musical stars the Rochester Golden Girls, after previously performing sold out Golden Girls musical parodies in 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2024. Based on the 1980s sitcom, Rochester’s Golden Girls are played by a cast of professional male actors with a brand-new storyline set present day. Starring Eric Vaughn Johnson as Dorothy (originally Bea Arthur); Hunter Ekberg* as Rose (originally Betty White); Eric Schutt as Blanche (originally Rue McClanahan); and Shawn Gray as Sophia (originally Estelle Getty), alongside OFC favorites Paul Urriola, Ben Reiner, and Calvin Staropoli.

Production is made possible with support from The Pride Fund. ​Please note, this production contains mature language and themes.   Save with a six-show season subscription here​.