PAST EVENTS
Mamma Mia! – May 14, 2023
MOTHER’S DAY | Sunday, May 14 at 3:30pm | The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father told using hit songs by the popular 1970s group ABBA.
The Five Demands – May 17, 2023
BLACK CINEMA SERIES | Wednesday, May 17 at 7:30pm | The Five Demands follow the dramatic but little-known story of the 1969 student strike that transformed the face of higher education.
A Knight’s Tale – May 19
SO FETCH! | Friday, May 19 at 7:30pm | Heath Ledger stars as a dreamy squire turned swashbuckling knight. This is his tale.
Road House – May 20
SATURDAY NIGHT REWIND | Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 8pm | A tough bouncer is hired to tame a dirty bar.
Gladiator – May 22, 2023
STAFF PICKS | Monday, May 22 at 6:45pm | “Are you not entertained?!” Ridley Scott’s 2000 “Best Picture” Oscar winner makes a grand entrance at The Little.
Billy Elliot – May 23
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The Fishbowl (La Pecera) – May 24, 2023
HIGH FALLS WOMEN IN FILM | Wednesday, May 24 at 7:30pm | Theatre 5 | As cancer spreads, Noelia’s decides to return to her native Puerto Rico to claim freedom.
White Oleander (35mm) – May 25, 2023
FLOWERS ON FILM | Thurs, May 25 at 7:30pm | 35mm Film | A teenager (Alison Lohman) journeys through a series of foster homes after her mother (Michelle Pfeiffer) goes to prison for committing a crime of passion, in this rich, turbulent melodrama. Featuring Robin Wright, Noah Wyle and Renée Zellweger.
Anime Day – Apr 8, 2023
ANIME DAY | Saturday, April 8: A Silent Voice at 4 p.m. and Cowboy Bebop: The Movie at 7:30 p.m.
Persepolis (35mm) – Mar 22, 2023
HIGH FALLS WOMEN IN FILM | Wednesday, March 22 at 7:30pm | Theatre 1 | Marjane Satrapi’s animated film, based on her graphic novel, follows a girl as she comes of age during the Iranian Revolution.
D.E.B.S. – Mar 24, 2023
SO FETCH! | Friday, March 24 at 7:30pm | The star of a team of teenage crimefighters falls for the alluring villainess she must bring to justice.
Fly Fishing Film Festival – Mar 25, 2023
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Women and the Vote – Mar 26, 2023
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Indie Lens Pop-Up: Free Chol Soo Lee – Mar 27, 2023
INDIE LENS POP-UP | Monday, March 27 | Theatre 5 | The rollercoaster life story of Chol Soo Lee, a Korean immigrant wrongfully convicted of murder.
Kaki King: Everybody Loves You 20th Anniversary – Mar 29, 2023
LIVE! CONCERT | Wednesday, March 29 at 7:30pm | Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Kaki King’s 2003 debut album, Everybody Loves You.
Linoleum – Mar 30, 2023
SPECIAL SCREENING + Q&A | 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 30 | Sci-fi/drama with comedian Jim Gaffigan and Better Call Saul’s Rhea Seehorn. Composer Mark Hadley is a Rochester native!
Pride & Prejudice (35mm) – Mar 31 & Apr 2, 2023
Friday, March 31 at 7:30pm + Sunday, April 2, at 3:30pm | Join The Little in celebrating Spring with one of the most romantic films of all time, 2005’s “Pride & Prejudice.” Screening on 35mm film in all its sun-dappled, windswept, and misty-morning majesty.
Roc Guitar Fest: Nicholas Goluses and Bonita Boyd – Apr 1, 2023
ROCHESTER GUITAR FESTIVAL | Saturday, April 1 at 7pm | Nicholas Goluses and Bonita Boyd, Guitar and Flute
Roc Guitar Fest: Raphael Feuillatre – Apr 3, 2023
ROCHESTER GUITAR FESTIVAL | Monday, April 3 at 7pm | Raphael Feuillatre, guitar
At the River I Stand – Apr. 4, 2023
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The Hurt Locker – Apr 5, 2023
HIGH FALLS WOMEN IN FILM | Wednesday, April 5 at 7:30pm | Theatre 5 | During the Iraq War, a Sergeant recently assigned to an army bomb squad is put at odds with his squad mates due to his maverick way of handling his work.
Nam June Paik: Moon is the Oldest TV – Apr 6 + 8, 2023
ONE TAKE DOC SERIES | Thursday, April 6 at 7:15pm + Saturday, April 8 at 3pm | A documentary about the journey of Nam June Paik, famous Asian artists of the 20th century, who revolutionized the use of technology as artistic canvas.
A Silent Voice – Apr 8, 2023
ANIME DAY: A Silent Voice | 4 p.m. Saturday, April 8 | When a grade school student with impaired hearing is bullied mercilessly, she transfers to another school. Years later, one of her former tormentors sets out to make amends.
Cowboy Bebop: The Movie – Apr 8, 2023
ANIME DAY: Cowboy Bebop: The Movie | 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 8 | A terrorist explosion releases a deadly virus on the masses, and it’s up to the bounty-hunting Bebop crew to catch the cold-blooded culprit.
The Happiness of the Katakuris – Apr 10
STAFF PICKS | Monday, April 10 at 7:15pm | Guests mysteriously die at a mountain inn run by a family of oddballs, so – fearing bad publicity – the family bury the bodies of their ill-fated guests themselves. Picked by Tyler the projectionist.
Mean Girls – Apr 14, 2023
SO FETCH! | Friday, April 14 at 7:30pm | It’s not a Wednesday (or Oct. 3rd), but wear pink, and make fetch happen with this 2004 instant classic teen rom-com.
David Francey – Apr 15, 2023
LITTLE CONCERT SERIES | Saturday, April 15 at 7:30pm | David Francey, “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers,” performs live at The Little.
Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda – Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday, April 19 at 7:30pm | To celebrate the remarkable legacy of composer Ryuichi Sakamoto, who died last month, The Little is screening this revelatory exploration of Sakamoto’s life and work.
Dazed & Confused – Apr 20, 2023
SATHURSDAY NIGHT REWIND | Thursday, April 20 at 8pm | Saturday Night Rewind on a Thursday! Join The Little on 4/20 for the 30th anniversary of this stoner classic comedy (cue the “Alright Alright Alright”).
Mortal Kombat (1995) in 35mm – Apr 21, 2023
VIDEO GAME GALAXY SERIES | Mortal Kombat 35mm film screening | Friday, April 21 | (Epic shouting voice): MOOOORTALLLL KOOOOOMBAAAT
Trail Running Film Festival – Apr 22, 2023
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Spirited Away: Live on Stage – Apr 23 + 27
Sunday, April 23 at 5:00pm + Thursday, April 27 at 7:00pm | Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award®-winning animated feature film comes to life in this first-ever stage adaptation, full of dazzling sets, captivating musical numbers, and wondrous puppets of beloved characters.
Chevalier (with discussion) – Apr 26, 2023
BLACK CINEMA SERIS + WXXI CLASSICAL PRESENTS | Wednesday, April 26 at 7:30pm | Inspired by the incredible true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, who rose to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with a love affair and falling out with Marie Antoinette.
ImageOut “First Cut” Spring Festival – Apr 27-May 2
ImageOut “First Cut” Spring Film Festival: presenting the best in queer & trans cinema from around the world. April 27 – May 2, 2023 at The Little and the Dryden.
Amelie – Feb 14, 2023
VALENTINE’S DAY | Tuesday, February 14 at 7:30pm | Theatre 1 | The 2001 art-house classic romantic comedy about a young woman who discretely orchestrates the lives of the people around her, creating a world exclusively of her own making.
But I’m a Cheerleader (Director’s Cut) – Feb 15, 2023
HIGH FALLS WOMEN IN FILM | Wednesday, February 15 at 7:30pm | Theatre 5 | In this cult classic dark comedy, a naive teenager is sent to rehab camp when her parents and friends suspect her of being a lesbian. Starring Natasha Lyonne, Clea DuVall, and RuPaul
Okay! (The ASD Band Film) – Feb 16 + 18, 2023
ONE TAKE DOC SERIES | Thursday, February 16 at 7:15pm + Saturday, February 18 at 3pm | OKAY! (The ASD Band Film) follows the members of The ASD Band, four talented autistic musicians, as they embark upon the challenging journey of writing their first original album and gearing up to perform in their first live show.
The Wizard (1989) – Apr 29
VIDEO GAME GALAXY | Saturday, April 29 at 7:30pm | Theatre 1 | A boy and his brother run away from home and hitch cross-country, with help from a girl they meet, to compete in the ultimate video-game championship.
Sam Now – May 4 + 6
ONE TAKE DOC SERIES | Thursday, May 4 at 7:15pm + Saturday, May 6 at 3pm | A mother’s disappearance sends pain and mystery through her family. SAM NOW follows her son’s 25-year search for answers.
Connecting the Dots – May 5
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Balto – Feb 22, 2023
WINTER WEDNESDAYS | Wednesday, February 22 at 7pm | An outcast half-wolf risks his life to prevent a deadly epidemic from ravaging Nome, Alaska.
Othello – Apr 30 + May 7, 2023
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE | Sunday, April 30 + Sunday, May 7 | An extraordinary new production of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy, directed by Clint Dyer with a cast that includes Giles Terera, Rosy McEwen and Paul Hilton.
In the Mood for Love – Feb 24, 2023
Friday, February 24 at 7:30pm | Wong Kar Wai’s modern classic, starring Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Maggie Cheung Man-yuk. In Cantonese w/ English subtitles.
Blade – Feb 25, 2023
A half-vampire, half-mortal man becomes a protector of the mortal race, while slaying evil vampires.
A Show for Joe – Feb 26, 2023
Sunday, February 26 at 3:20pm | Little Theatre 1 | A screening of the 2019 concert recording of “A Show for Joe,” a musical celebration honoring Joe Dady. Following by live music on stage.
Storming Caesar’s Palace – Feb 27, 2023
INDIE LENS POPUP | Monday, February 27 | Theatre 5 | Activist Ruby Duncan kick-started the grassroots movement that reshaped America’s perception of mothers on welfare. Followed by a panel discussion.
Saint Omer – Mar 1, 2023
BLACK CINEMA SERIES | Wednesday, March 1 at 7:30pm | Theatre 1 | A novelist attends a murder trial, but things don’t go as expected.
The Crucible – Mar 5 + 12, 2023
A witch hunt is beginning in Arthur Miller’s captivating parable of power with Erin Doherty and Brendan Cowell.
Seven Beauties – Mar 6, 2023
HIGH FALLS WOMEN IN FILM | Monday, March 6 at 7:30pm | Theatre 5 | Lina Wertmüller became the first woman nominated for a “Best Director” Oscar with this picaresque story that follows a scoundral (with seven sisters) in WWII-era Italy.
Left on Pearl – Mar 8, 2023
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