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Season of Stars at the Rochester Opera House
2007/2008 Season tickets now on sale
The upcoming season at the Rochester Opera House is being billed as a "Season of Stars" in celebration of some amazing shows, several of which highlight the performances of noted celebrities. This spectacular season is now on sale to the general public, after having been on sale to members for the past two months.
The Rochester Opera House will be 100-years-old on May 30, 2008 and in preparation for a year of celebration, the 2007/2008 season features a stunning blend of famous names, international cultural celebrations and some old-fashioned family entertainment.
This season of stars includes the legendary talents of Broadway and Hollywood singing sensation Shirley Jones on October 27, highlighting some of the greatest songs of her career. Another Hollywood legend, Mickey Rooney, takes the stage on November 17 joined by his wife Jan Rooney in an evening of song, dance, comedy and retrospective film clips of his career. Back by popular demand, The Three Irish Tenors return on December 7 along with their female counterparts, The Three Irish Divas to present Christmas >From Dublin.
Another superstar, this time in the realms of comedy and stress relief,opens the season on October 20. Loretta LaRoche graces the Rochester Opera House stage with her unique blend of humor and great advice. At the extreme other end of the season, on May 31 of 2008, the Rochester Opera House is pleased to welcome back for a second time the phenomenal singing, dance and guitar talents of Charo, as she helps celebrate the opening weekend of the Rochester Opera House Centennial Celebration.
The internationally-famous Bellydance Superstars take the stage on November 9 with a performance highlighting bellydance styles from around the globe. In further celebration of international dance, the Rochester Opera House presents Yu Wei Chinese Dance Collection on February 9 and Bala Music And Dance from India on March 15.
To showcase the talents of local stars, the Rochester Opera House will feature six concerts by the renowned Strafford Wind Symphony, the second annual presentation of The Nutcracker presented by Arts Rochester and two popular annual fundraising events: No Talent Left Behind (a fundraiser for the Rochester Federation of Teachers) and Dancing With The Seacoast Stars (a joint fundraiser with Arts Rochester).
Other notable performances during the 2007/2007 season include The Crucible, The One Man Christmas Carol, The 2nd Annual New Year's Eve Party for Kids, Tim Sample, Susan Poulin starring in "Pardon My French," Macbeth, The Spencer Theatre of Illusion, Unforgettable: A Tribute To Nat King Cole and many more.For a full listing of events or to purchase tickets, visit the official web site.
Patrons may also charge by phone at 603-335-1992 or visit the box office located in the Rochester city hall building at 31 Wakefield Street in Rochester, NH. Please call in advance for box office hours.
OFFICIAL WEB SITE: Rochester Opera House
2007/2008 Season at the
Rochester Opera House
(subject to change. Check web site for updates)
2007
Saturday, October 20
Loretta LaRoche
Saturday, October 27
Shirley Jones in Concert
Sunday, October 28
Strafford Wind Symphony - Things That Go Bump In The Night
Wednesday, October 31 - Friday, November 1
The Crucible
Saturday, November 3
Satinwood: Acoustic Classics Show
Friday, November 9
Bellydance Superstars
Saturday, November 17
Mickey Rooney in "Let's Put On A Show" with Jan Rooney
Wednesday, November 28 - Saturday, December 1
One Man Christmas Carol starring Billy Butler
Friday, December 7
Three Irish Tenors in "Christmas From Dublin"
Friday, December 14 - Sunday, December 16
The Nutcracker
Thursday, December 20
Strafford Wind Symphony - Christmas Pops
Monday, December 31
New Year's Eve Party for Kids
2008
Saturday, January 26
Unforgettable: A Tribute To Nat King Cole
Saturday, February 9
Yu Wei Chinese Dance Collection
Saturday, February 16
Lee Griffin as Frank Sinatra
Sunday, March 2
Strafford Wind Symphony - Music In Our Schools
Saturday, March 15
Bala Music & Dance in "From The Heart of a Tradition"
Friday, March 28
Spencer Theatre of Illusion
Saturday, April 5
Strafford Wind Symphony - Gershwin, etc.
Saturday, April 12
Tim Sample
Sunday, April 13
Old Time Radio Gang
Saturday, May 3
"Pardon My French" starring Susan Poulin
Thursday, May 8 - Saturday, May 10
Macbeth
Saturday, May 17
Mike Super Illusionist
Saturday, May 31
Charo
Saturday, June 14
Strafford Wind Symphony Centennial concert
Tommy Hensel, Executive Director
Rochester Opera House
31 Wakefield Street
Rochester, NH 03867
Box Office (603) 335-1992
Business Office (603) 332-2211
Fax (603) 332-0645
The restored and revitalized Rochester Opera House has a full season on tap. On May 2008 the performing arts center will cross into its second century. Click for the working schedule and official web site. (And yes, that is Shirley Jones) 
