Calkins Road Middle School (CRMS) presents the world premiere of “Midnight at Midday: The Musical Tales of an Eclipse,” performed by CRMS grade 7 and 8 students. Show times are February 1-2 at 7 p.m. and February 3 at 2:07 p.m. (the precise time of the total solar eclipse on April 8). The musical will be reprised April 6 at 7 p.m. and April 7 at 2:07 p.m. as a featured event of Rochester’s Eclipse Celebration. Tickets cost $10 and will be sold online beginning December 4 at https://crmsdramaclub.ludus.com, and at the door, if seats are still available.

Inspired by the upcoming April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse, this heartfelt script written by Calkins Road teacher John Beel tells the story of several strangers who meet at the moment of totality. It is rich with science and folklore from around the world. The music, by award-winning composer and Pittsford resident Casey Filiaci, features a dozen original songs that capture the magic and mystery of the eclipse experience and the joy of human connection.