On tour from California, Larry Hanks and Deborah Robins to Headline Next Concert in a New Folk Series at Downstairs Cabaret Theatre - The next program in a new concert series entitled “Rochester Folkus” featuring Folk, Traditional, Old-Time, Bluegrass, and other acoustic music will be held on May 23 at the Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, 20 Windsor Street, Rochester, NY. All concerts begin at 7 pm and occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month (with occasional exceptions). Reservations are accepted (but not required) and can be made by calling 585-325-4370. For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/Roche... or www.DownstairsCabaret.com. Admission is $10.

Larry Hanks and Deborah Robins, a husband and wife team on tour from California, sing songs with deep roots in the American experience from border to border and coast to coast. Their concerts engage audiences in learning about the American musical experience, with ample opportunities to sing along. Larry is a wonderful singer, a 6-string and 12-string guitar player, and a virtuoso on the Jew’s Harp! Deborah sings old American songs in a simple and unpretentious manner, and together they take audiences on a delightful musical journey telling stories of “complicated people’s lives in an uncomplicated manner.” A concert not-to-be missed!

The Trio of Greg Franklin, Linda Bell, and Val Fowler will provide a 30 minute opening set. This talented local trio sings traditional and contemporary songs accompanied by guitar and bass with a real passion for the stories they tell. Come and sing along!