Baron Vaughn: Cycle Breaker

Parenthood, Forgiveness, and Laughter

APR 28 - JUN 07 | FIELDING STAGE

About the show:
Nothing brings your own childhood into focus like raising your own children. Married 40-something father, Baron Vaughn digs into his own past to understand how it formed him and how he’ll approach parenthood in his funny and deeply human solo show. Baron explores his relationships with his parents and grandparents as he uncovers the values he wishes to instill and the damage he’d rather not pay forward to his own children. Part stand-up comedy, part memory play, Baron Vaughn: Cycle Breaker is a meditation on family and what it takes to truly break a cycle.

Written & Performed by Baron Vaughn
Directed by Evren Odcikin

Portrait Photo by John Schlia Photography
Total Run Time (Approx): 90 minutes (no intermission)
Recommended Ages: 15+
Portrait Photo by John Schlia Photography

Context Notes

Discussions of substance abuse (alcohol), discussions of physical abuse, discussions of sexuality, discussions of pregnancy and labor, use of profanity.

Performance Calendar

Accessibility Performances

Sign Interpreted: Thursday 5/14 – 7:30pm, Thursday, 5/28 – 7:30pm
Open Captioned: Saturday 5/2 – 2:00pm, Wednesday 5/27 – 2:00pm, Wednesday 5/27 – 7:30pm, Wednesday, 6/3 – 2:00pm, Wednesday, 6/3 – 7:30pm, Saturday 6/6 – 3:00pm
Audio Described: Sunday 5/17 – 2:00pm

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Apr 28, 2026

Tuesday, 07:30 PM
Apr 29, 2026

Wednesday, 07:30 PM
Apr 30, 2026

Thursday, 07:30 PM
May 01, 2026

Friday, 08:00 PM
May 02, 2026

Saturday, 02:00 PM
May 02, 2026

Saturday, 08:00 PM
May 03, 2026

Sunday, 02:00 PM
May 03, 2026

Sunday, 07:00 PM
May 05, 2026

Tuesday, 06:00 PM
May 06, 2026

Wednesday, 07:30 PM
May 07, 2026

Thursday, 07:30 PM
May 08, 2026

Friday, 08:00 PM
May 09, 2026

Saturday, 03:00 PM
May 09, 2026

Saturday, 08:00 PM
May 10, 2026

Sunday, 02:00 PM
May 10, 2026

Sunday, 07:00 PM
May 12, 2026

Tuesday, 07:30 PM
May 13, 2026

Wednesday, 07:30 PM
May 14, 2026

Thursday, 07:30 PM
May 15, 2026

Friday, 08:00 PM
May 16, 2026

Saturday, 03:00 PM
May 16, 2026

Saturday, 08:00 PM
May 17, 2026

Sunday, 02:00 PM
May 17, 2026

Sunday, 07:00 PM
May 19, 2026

Tuesday, 07:30 PM
May 20, 2026

Wednesday, 07:30 PM
May 21, 2026

Thursday, 07:30 PM
May 22, 2026

Friday, 08:00 PM
May 23, 2026

Saturday, 03:00 PM
May 23, 2026

Saturday, 08:00 PM
May 24, 2026

Sunday, 02:00 PM
May 24, 2026

Sunday, 07:00 PM
May 26, 2026

Tuesday, 07:30 PM
May 27, 2026

Wednesday, 02:00 PM
May 27, 2026

Wednesday, 07:30 PM
May 28, 2026

Thursday, 07:30 PM
May 29, 2026

Friday, 08:00 PM
May 30, 2026

Saturday, 03:00 PM
May 30, 2026

Saturday, 08:00 PM
May 31, 2026

Sunday, 02:00 PM
Jun 02, 2026

Tuesday, 06:00 PM
Jun 03, 2026

Wednesday, 02:00 PM
Jun 03, 2026

Wednesday, 07:30 PM
Jun 04, 2026

Thursday, 07:30 PM
Jun 05, 2026

Friday, 08:00 PM
Jun 06, 2026

Saturday, 03:00 PM
Jun 06, 2026

Saturday, 08:00 PM
Jun 07, 2026

Sunday, 02:00 PM

Cast

Creative & Artistic Team

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Talkbacks & Events for In-Depth Exploration

Talkbacks

These talkbacks are free and open to the public.

Sunday, May 10, following the 2pm Matinee

Discussion paired with both Furlough’s Paradise and Baron Vaughn: Cycle Breaker, led by Resident Director/Producer Jasmine B. Gunter.

Saturday, May 16, following the 3pm Matinee

Stay tuned for talkback details!

Black Out Affinity Performance

Sunday, May 24, 2pm Performance

Join us for a Black Out performance of Baron Vaughn: Cycle Breaker on Sunday, May 24th at 2PM, followed by a discussion led by Jeffrey McCune about navigating parenthood, with Johnathan Nthkethka joining the conversation. Celebrate this powerful production through an afternoon of affinity where we hope to provide a welcoming space for Black audience members and performers to enjoy this performance together. Non-Black-identifying patrons are welcome to attend.

Black is Beautiful: Adam Eaton Art Exhibition

Black is Beautiful: Adam Eaton Art Exhibition

Adam Eaton’s artwork will be Presented at Geva Theatre and in The Library Link Gallery located at the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County (115 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14604). This exhibit will be on display in Geva’s lobby from April 20 through June 7, 2026 and can be viewed by the public any time the Geva Box Office is open. Hours are listed at the top of the website.

Black Is Beautiful is a fine art portrait photography exhibition by Adam Eaton, created to honor the beauty, dignity, and humanity of Black people. Rooted in community and visual storytelling, this exhibition invites viewers to slow down, reflect, and experience Black beauty celebrated across two locations in Rochester. More information about the artist: adameaton.com/about

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Baron Vaughn: Cycle Breaker

Parenthood, Forgiveness, and Laughter

APR 28 - JUN 07 | FIELDING STAGE

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Accessibility Performances

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Cast

Baron Vaughn

Creative & Artistic Team

Evren Odcikin

Tanya Orellana

Jarrod Barnes

Xavier Pierce

Brandon Wolcott

Fiona Kyle

Charles K. Bayang

Meghan Clark

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Connect Further

Talkbacks & Events for In-Depth Exploration

Talkbacks

These talkbacks are free and open to the public.

Black Out Affinity Performance

Black is Beautiful: Adam Eaton Art Exhibition

Video Prologue

Know Before You Go

Lobby Playlist

Jam Out to Your Favorites

Geva Kitchen & Godot's Bar

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