Conclave 2026

Welcome to the Finger Lakes Region of Western New York

This year’s Conclave is based in Rochester, NY with motor coach exploration of the palaces and neighborhood houses from Utica to Buffalo and points in between.

Rochester’s Cinematic Legacy

Rochester, NY holds a unique place in cinema history as the home of George Eastman and the Eastman Kodak Company, whose revolutionary film technology made motion pictures possible on a global scale. And this June, it will serve as our home base for a 4-day tour through the theaters of “The Other New York” – not the dazzle of Broadway or Radio City Music Hall, but the hills and valleys of Western and Central New York State — the part where glamor palaces, opera houses and restored neighborhood theater gems proudly stand as centerpoints of small cities, towns and villages.

A decidedly slower pace in which to savor all that we have to offer. Come relax with us, and enjoy a journey through the history of the Great American Theaters, one delightful surprise at a time!

Explore the region

And as long as travel takes you to our neighborhood, check out the Visit Rochester website for the many, varied activities happening in the Rochester and Finger Lakes Region. Perhaps plan to arrive early or stay later to truly enjoy all this part of the state has to offer.

Details

Spotlight Venues

Wurlitzer Building aerial shot
Wurlitzer Building
Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Fredonia Opera House
Fredonia Opera House
Rochester, NY at sunset
Rochester at sunset
Wurlitzer Building aerial shot
Wurlitzer Building
Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Fredonia Opera House
Fredonia Opera House
Rochester, NY at sunset
Rochester at sunset
Wurlitzer Building aerial shot
Fredonia Opera House
Rochester, NY at sunset

Hotel Information

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Rochester

Address:
1111 Jefferson Rd
Rochester, NY 14623

Phone:
1 585-475-1510

Hotel Booking Details

How to get there

By Air:
Frederick Douglas Greater Rochester International Airport

By Rail:
Rochester NY Amtrak Station

Preliminary Itinerary

Itinerary Subject to Change – these are working theaters and while we fully intend to keep with this travel schedule, last minute changes are possible.

June 23

7:00 pm – Opening Reception at the Hilton Doubletree with light fare, beer and wine.

Day 1- June 24th

Destinations to the South West

Gowanda – Hollywood
Fredonia – Fredonia Opera House
Hamburg – Palace
Lancaster – Lancaster Opera House
Lockport – Palace Theatre

Day 2- June 25th

Destinations to the West

Buffalo – North Park Theatre
Springville – Joylan Theatre
Aurora – Aurora Theater
Buffalo – Shea’s Buffalo – Celebrating it’s 100th Anniversary
Buffalo – Kleinhan’s (Exterior Photo Op Only)
Wurlitzer Events Center (former Wurlitzer factory) Dinner included

Day 3- June 26th

Destinations in Rochester and to the East

Lyons – Ohmann Theater
Canandaigua – Fort Hill Performing Arts Center – Membership Meeting/Lunch Included
Rochester – Auditorium Theater
Rochester – Eastman Theater (Exterior Photo Op Only)
Rochester – Little Theater

Day 4- June 27th

Destinations to the East

Geneva – Smith Opera House
Utica – Stanley Theater
Rome – Capitol Theater
Syracuse – Niagara Mohawk Building (Exterior Photo Op Only)
Syracuse – Landmark (Lowes State) Theater
Closing Reception at the Hotel

Encore – June 28th

Niagara Falls Canada

No theaters—just the amazement of a natural wonder and the entertainment it has created!
Interested in joining? Please remember that you will need valid documentation for entry into Canada.

Join the Waiting List

The 2026 Conclave Tour has reached its capacity. We’re grateful for the overwhelming response from our theatre-loving community!

If you’d like to be notified about future availability for this Conclave, please leave your name, amount of tickets you would intend to reserve and your contact information below. We’ll be in touch if new spots become available.

Pricing Details

Pricing

Listed prices are for reference only. The tour is currently sold out. Please use the form to join our waiting list and be notified if a spot opens up.

THS Member: $595 per ticket

Full Conclave 2026 Attendee: Opening reception, 4-day bus tour of theaters throughout Western NY, dinner at the Wurlitzer Event Center, farewell gathering. (Spouses and current USITT Members may attend at the Member rate.)

Non-Member: $670 per ticket

Full Conclave 2026 Attendee: Opening reception, 4-day bus tour of theaters throughout Western NY, dinner at the Wurlitzer Event Center, farewell gathering and one year full membership to THS.

Student with ID: $375 per ticket

Full Conclave 2026 Attendee: Opening reception, 4-day bus tour of theaters throughout Western NY, dinner at the Wurlitzer Event Center, farewell gathering. Please include a copy of your valid Student ID.

Encore: $125 per ticket

Add Sunday June 28th and extend your bus tour to see Niagara Falls, Canada. [Must bring all required valid documentation for entry into Canada.]

Registration Terms and Conditions