Rochester Arts News: Bulletins from RPO, High Falls Festival, Rochester Fringe

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The High Falls Film Festival announced an additional film in its 2013 festival line-up. The documentary "Pretty Brutal" will make its American premiere on Friday, April 19, 9:30 p.m. at Cinema Theater. The film follows skaters Pieces of Hate, Kid Vile, and NakiKronik as they make their way in New Zealand's first roller derby league. For more information on the film, or on the upcoming film festival, visit highfallsfilmfestival.com.

The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra announced a new project, the RPO Community Chorus Concert, which will take place on Saturday, May 4, 8 p.m. at Kodak Hall. The free show will include a 200-voice community chorus -- and you could be a part of it. If you'd like a shot at singing with the RPO, apply online at https://tinyurl.com/bbolnwd by Tuesday, March 26. Auditions are not required, but there will be at least one rehearsal prior to the show. For more information visit rpo.org.

The First Niagara Rochester Fringe Festival announced Thursday afternoon that it will hold two Fringe 101 information sessions, on Saturday, March 23, and Saturday, April 6, both running 11 a.m.-noon at Geva Theatre Center (75 Woodbury Blvd.). The sessions will give important information about how area artists and performers can apply to perform at this year's festival in September. Fringe 101 sessions are free to attend, but reservations are recommended; email [email protected]. For more information on Fringe check rochesterfringe.com.