Entertainment

Arts and Entertainment in Rochester

Rochester boasts a surprising number of arts and entertainment options for a city of its size.

Theater

Regional Theatre Companies include:
Commonweal Theatre (Lanesboro)
Jon Hassler Theatre (Plainview)
Rochester Civic Theatre
Rochester Repertory Theatre

Visual Art

Rochester Art Center is a center for the visual arts, with a history that reflects the imagination and dedication of the community's commitment to bringing the "Art of Our Time" to the region.

Carlon Art Studio
230 Salem Point Drive SW (507) 280-9909

Callaway Galleries
Marriott Hotel
(507) 287-6525

SEMVA
16 First Street SW
(507) 281-4920

Mayo Clinic Art
Daily tours of donated art on display in the Mayo and Hilton buildings is offered Monday through Friday at 2 p.m. Tours last about one hour.

Movies

Chateau Theatres
Cinemagic Theaters

Music

Mayo Civic Center books an engaging blend of local and national folk, rock, country and jazz acts, as well as interesting expos and conventions.

The Harmony for Mayo series offers Monday noon hour musical performances for patients and visitors.

Rochester Civic Music presents live music all year long, including the popular summertime series, "Down by the Riverside."

Rochester Orchestra & Chorale
The Rochester Orchestra & Chorale aspires to serve our community and region by preserving, nurturing and advancing the art of music through education and high-quality performances that seek to touch the soul.

Choral Arts Ensemble is known for its excellence in presenting challenging choral repertoire to the Rochester area.

Southeastern Minnesota Youth Orchestras (SEMYO) is dedicated to the artistic and personal development of young instrumental musicians.