Sankofa 2026
8/16-8/23, 2026 The Annual Sankofa Theatre Fest is an exciting one-act theatrical festival that takes place from August 16 to August 23, 2026, at the Multi-use Community Cultural Center (MuCCC) in Rochester, New York.
Time & Location
Aug 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – Aug 23, 2026, 11:00 PM
Rochester, 142 Atlantic Ave, Rochester, NY 14607, USA
About The Event
Sankofa 2026
$20 General Admission, $15 students/seniors, $49.98 Week's Pass
August 16-23, 2026
Details to be announced
The Annual Sankofa Theatre Fest is an exciting one-act theatrical festival that takes place from August 16 to August 23, 2026, at the Multi-use Community Cultural Center (MuCCC) in Rochester, New York. This festival, part of the MMB Theatre 1 Project, has been a cornerstone of the local arts scene for over 16 years, dedicated to promoting the works of Black playwrights, directors, and actors.
The Sankofa Theatre Festival primarily features local playwrights, actors, and directors who come together for one week of theatrical fun. Rochester has a rich history of theatrical productions, but it has not always hosted theater festivals that showcase African American playwrights. The Sankofa Theatre Festival is one such festival, originally organized to provide opportunities for African American playwrights to mount their works. While the festival has been held in various venues, it has found a home at MuCCC…