Yacht Rock will make its world premiere at ROH this summer, running from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, August 23. It features more than 30 of the greatest songs from that iconic age of smooth grooves and elite musicianship, spanning the mid-’70s to mid-’80s. It’s a party: piña coladas, beach balls, a limbo bar, a fully stocked bar, and a dance party! What could possibly go wrong?

For the whole family, Disney Channel’s smash hit High School Musical comes to life on the Opera House stage from Friday, July 17 to Sunday, August 30. Troy, Gabriella, and the students of East High must navigate first love, friendships, and family while balancing classes and extracurricular activities. It’s the first day after winter break at East High. The jocks, brainiacs, thespians, and skater dudes find their cliques, recount their vacations, and look forward to the new year. Basketball team captain and resident jock Troy discovers that Gabriella—a brainy girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip—has just enrolled at East High. They cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical led by Ms. Darbus. Although many students resent the threat posed to the “status quo,” Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well. This show’s big talent and upbeat songs will make it the highlight of the season!

This year, we are switching shows each weekend: join us on the Yacht Rock boat one weekend and get tickets to Troy and Gabriella’s High School Musical the next. In between, bring the kids to see a performance of our Theatre for Young Audiences production of How I Became a Pirate!

How I Became a Pirate, an award-winning musical based on the beloved children’s book by Melinda Long and illustrated by David Shannon, tells the story of a young boy named Jeremy Jacob who joins a pirate crew. Along the way, he discovers the exciting parts of pirate life—like singing sea shanties and hunting for buried treasure—as well as the drawbacks, such as the absence of bedtime stories and goodnight routines. As Jeremy learns from Captain Braid Beard and his crew, he begins to realize that life at sea isn’t everything he imagined, especially when he starts to miss his family. Ultimately, he comes to appreciate the comforts of home. The book is celebrated for its humor, lively storytelling, and colorful illustrations. Performances take place at the Rochester Opera House on July 25; August 2, 5, 8, 9, 19, 22, and 23.

And don’t forget about $10tkts! Head over to our store, Stage Door Tickets and More, to take advantage of this great opportunity, sponsored by Holy Rosary Credit Union. With the purchase of one full-price ticket, you can purchase two youth tickets for $10 each. Big family? No problem! $10tkts are available for in-person sales at both the historic box office in the City Hall lobby and at Stage Door Tickets and More, located at 1 Wakefield Street in Rochester.

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Listings

Comedian Juston McKinney Live
April 24 and 25 at 7:30pm
The Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Description: Juston has multiple appearances on “The Tonight Show” and “Comedy Central.” He has three one-hour specials on “Amazon Prime,” including “Parentally Challenged,” “On Mid-Life Support,” and his 5th stand-up special, “On the Bright Side,” which can also be seen for free on his YouTube channel, where it has over one million views!
Ticket Information: Call (603) 335-1992, stop by Stage Door Tickets and More or the box office at 31 Wakefield Street for the $10 Youth Ticket Deal, or visit www.rochesteroperahouse.com
Other Details: Free parking and concessions!

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
Opens May 8 at 7:30pm
The Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Lyricist: Tim Rice
Composer: Andrew Lloyd Webber
Description: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a vibrant, fast-paced musical retelling of the biblical story of Joseph, whose gift for interpreting dreams takes him from being sold into slavery to rising as a powerful leader in Egypt. Filled with catchy songs and playful humor, it celebrates resilience, hope, and the power of dreams.
Ticket Information: Call (603) 335-1992, stop by Stage Door Tickets and More or the box office at 31 Wakefield Street for the $10 Youth Ticket Deal, or visit www.rochesteroperahouse.com
Other Details: Fun night out at a musical comedy, concessions, and free parking!

Free Comic Book Day & Comics Giveaway Day 2026
May 2 at 10am
The Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Description: Free Comic Book Day will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, across the country. The event in downtown Rochester, NH has blossomed into a citywide festival, now overseen by Rochester Opera House. This year’s festival will feature over 20 comic stop locations, discounts at restaurants and local businesses, a costume contest, artist alley, beer garden, and performances promoting literacy and visual art through the comic medium. Meet Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles legendary creators Steve Lavigne, Mateus Santolouco, Cory Smith, Fero Pe, Luis Antonio Delgado, and many more at our Turtle Den in the Governor’s Inn ballroom.
Ticket Information: FCBD is a free event! Visit www.jetpackcomics.com and www.rochesteroperahouse.com for more information.

“Yacht Rock, the Musical”
Opens July 10 at 7:30pm
The Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Description: A party cleverly disguised as a musical! Yacht Rock, the Musical will make its world premiere at ROH this summer and features more than 30 of the greatest songs from that iconic age of smooth grooves and elite musicianship, spanning the mid-’70s to mid-’80s. Join Captain Harold Foggybottom and his hilarious friends aboard the Diamond Girl for a nostalgic Love Boat cruise that will keep audiences singing and dancing all night long! Piña coladas, beach balls, a limbo bar, a fully stocked bar, and an intermission dance party! What could possibly go wrong?
Ticket Information: Call (603) 335-1992, stop by Stage Door Tickets and More or the box office at 31 Wakefield Street for the $10 Youth Ticket Deal, or visit www.rochesteroperahouse.com
Other Details: Fun night out at a musical comedy, concessions, and free parking!

“Disney’s High School Musical”
Opens July 17 at 7:30pm
The Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Description: Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life on our stage! Troy, Gabriella, and the students of East High must navigate first love, friendships, and family while balancing classes and extracurricular activities. It’s the first day after winter break at East High. The jocks, brainiacs, thespians, and skater dudes find their cliques, recount their vacations, and look forward to the new year. Basketball team captain and resident jock Troy discovers that Gabriella—a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip—has just enrolled at East High. They cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical led by Ms. Darbus. Although many students resent the threat posed to the “status quo,” Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well. Disney’s High School Musical is fun for the whole family, and its big talent and upbeat songs will make it the highlight of the season!
Ticket Information: Call (603) 335-1992, stop by Stage Door Tickets and More or the box office at 31 Wakefield Street for the $10 Youth Ticket Deal, or visit www.rochesteroperahouse.com
Other Details: Fun night out at a musical comedy, concessions, and free parking!