Rochester Christian University presents Electra, an ancient story of revenge written by Sophocles, adapted by Frank McGuinness, and directed by Robert Arbaugh, MFA. In an ancient story of revenge, bloodshed, and a family torn apart, Electra mourns the death of her father, the murdered general Agamemnon, and spends her days obsessively longing for the return of her long-lost brother, Orestes. Only once the two are reunited can they enact their revenge upon the one who orchestrated the murder -- … [Read more...]
Rochester Christian University and UnCovered Theatre Company Present ‘An Inspector Calls’
February 2, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Christian University (RCU) and UnCovered Theatre Company present An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley, a thrilling drama directed by Dr. Catherine Parker, featuring RCU students and professional guest artists. It’s 1912. The wealthy Birling family is celebrating an engagement - until a mysterious Inspector arrives with questions about a young woman’s suicide. As the night unfolds, each family member is questioned, and their polished image begins to crack. With gripping twists and a … [Read more...]
Rochester Christian University and UnCovered Theatre Present Shakespeare Upon Avon: ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’
August 26, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Christian University Theatre Company presents The Merry Wives of Windsor, as part of the annual award-winning Shakespeare festival, Shakespeare Upon Avon. Shakespeare Upon Avon is an award-winning outdoor theatre festival performed in beautiful Lake Norcentra Park on Rochester Christian University's campus. This year's show is a comedy filled with mischief, trickery, and some of Shakespeare's most beloved characters. Grab your favorite lawn chair or picnic blanket and join us for The … [Read more...]
Rochester Christian University Theatre Company Presents ‘Romeo & Juliet’
April 16, 2025 by Leave a Comment
L to R: London Nesbitt and Emmy Cook Photo credit: Rachel Corp Rochester Christian University (RCU) Theatre Company presents Romeo & Juliet, written by William Shakespeare and directed by Robert Arbaugh, MFA. In Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, Romeo and Juliet meet at a party, and it is love at first sight. However, the long-standing feud between their families threatens to keep them apart. Violence and bloodshed ensue as they navigate forbidden love and its fatal consequences. … [Read more...]
RCU Presents: Broadway & Beyond: An Evening with Blake Whyte and Friends
February 6, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Christian University (RCU) presents Broadway & Beyond: An Evening with Blake Whyte and Friends, a world premiere of original songs from Broadway star Blake Whyte. Join Broadway actor and award-winning songwriter Blake Whyte for an unforgettablenight of live music. Star of Broadway’s Wicked and Mamma Mia!, Blake is bringing histalent to the RCU stage with this brand new show about Blake’s journey, told throughpowerful storytelling and original soulful music. Including the world … [Read more...]
Rochester Christian University Theatre Company Presents ‘The Yellow Boat’ by David Saar
September 3, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Christian University Theatre Company presents The Yellow Boat, a play written by David Saar and directed by Robert Arbaugh, MFA. The Yellow Boat is based on the true story of David and Sonja Saar's son, Benjamin, who was born with congenital hemophilia and died in 1987 at the age of 8 of AIDS-related complications. A uniquely gifted visual artist, Benjamin's buoyant imagination transformed his physical and emotional pain into a blaze of colors and shapes in his fanciful drawings and … [Read more...]
