Blackfriars Theatre announces 2025-2026 season
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Blackfriars Theatre has announced its line-up for the 76th season.
Officials tell News 8 that the lineup features a mix of titles as it packs a punch, makes strong statements all while having an abundance of humor and spirit.
The seven show lineup kicks off with 'Shrek the Musical' and also includes 'Souvenir', 'In the Next Room, Rumors', 'The Grown Ups', 'The White Chip', and 'Parade'!
Blackfriars Theatre is a not-for-profit professional theatre and is one of the longest running theatres in the Rochester Area!
For more information on both the upcoming season and Blackfriars Theatre you can visit this website here.
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