- WISH UPON A STAR
Broadway’s Disney princesses will bring an evening of songs, animation, and stories to Kodak Center this fall. The Tony- and Grammy-nominated performers who brought Anastasia, Belle, Jasmine, and Anna to life on the Great White Way will sing a wide variety of Disney’s signature melodies on November 27. They will also share intimate, behind-the-scenes stories of their time portraying these characters.
There will be no costumed characters at the event; the singers will be performing as themselves. The show will run for about two hours, and it is recommended for children older than six. If you decide to bring a child under two, they will not need a ticket to sit on an adult’s lap.
Tickets will range from $39.50 to $210, and various packages are available. The Disney Princess Royal Palace Package, for example, includes one seat in the first ten rows, a preshow palace party, invitation to an intimate soundcheck and Q & A with the cast, and much more for $160 plus fees.
FORMER RMSC PRESCHOOL GETS A SECOND START AS DASA PRESCHOOL
When the Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC) decided to close its forty-six-year-old preschool program, the community was not pleased.
The decision from the RMSC was influenced by the COVID pandemic and the organization’s desire to focus on its three main offerings: the Science Center, Nature Center, and Planetarium.
In response, a preschool parent started a change.org petition to keep the program running and it received more than 2,000 signatures. As a result of the overwhelming support, the program found a new home as Discovery Academy of Science & Art (DASA) Preschool, and opened its doors in a new location at 534 Oxford Street in September.
Almost all the educators moved over to the new program, which continues to have a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through play-based learning. The school will continue to explore and strengthen ties to local museums and focus on active, outdoor play as well.
“We believe that students are naturally curious,” says Carey Sisson, head of the preschool. “A STEAM-based curriculum provides rich opportunities for students to ask questions, think critically, and explore their environment.”
Registration is open in December for the 2023-2024 school year. To donate to DASA Preschool and further its mission of fostering discovery and creativity in a caring environment, go to gofundme.com and search for “DASA Preschool.”
THE BEST CANDIDATE
In Grace for President, a musical playing at the Smith Opera House in Geneva on November 4, Grace has high political aspirations.
After her third-grade teacher brings out a poster of all the former US Presidents, Grace asks, “Where are all the girls?” Unsatisfied with the answer, the young girl’s interest in politics blossoms, and she plans a mock school election.
Grace campaigns, rallies, hangs posters, and meets tough competition along the way. In the musical, elections, campaigns, and politics are explained in a concise and age-appropriate way.
The Smith Opera House, hosting the musical, is a historic, nonprofit theatre that originally opened to the public in 1894. Grace for President is produced by Wishing Star Productions, based in Abilene, TX. Tickets are $6.50 for this general admission show.
HOLIDAYS AT THE MARKET
For more than 115 years, the Rochester Public Market has served our community, offering fresh food and general merchandise. Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, vendors set up to sell their goods to Rochester shoppers.
During the holiday season, the Market we all know and love looks a little more festive. This year’s Holidays at the Market will run Sundays, to include November 27, December 4, and December 11 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Thursday, December 15 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Expect dozens of vendors offering holiday-focused goods like trees and wreaths, decorations, festive fare, and plenty of homemade and unique gifts to complete your holiday shopping list. Holiday music and lights will get shoppers in the spirit.
From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Holidays at the Market will also feature an appearance by Santa, as well as horse-drawn carriage rides.