Big Uppa Sky is a creative hub where people gather to explore ideas, learn new skills, build projects, and share them with the community.
Start with aRound About sessions, music jams, and creative gatherings — then take your ideas further through workshops, projects, productions, and shows.
Upcoming BUS events:
Intro to D&D (Spectator Edition)
Watch the adventure unfold and help shape the story as players explore a live tabletop world.
Thursday 3/26 • 7:00 PM • Rochy Community Room (RCR)
BUS Open House
Hop in, explore the space, meet the community, and see where creativity begins at BUS.
Saturday 4/11 • Rochy Community Room (RCR)
aRound About Mondays
A rotating creative gathering exploring art and performance through playful prompts, activities, and shared creativity.
Starting with Art 4/13 • Performance 4/29 • 7:00 PM • Rochy Community Room (RCR)
Music Jam Night
Casual music gathering — instruments provided
Wednesdays starting 4/15 • 7:00 PM • Rochy Community Room (RCR)
New to BUS?
Start here:
Explore creative prompts and materials.
Casual music gathering — instruments provided.
Playful exploration of storytelling and stage presence.
How the BUS Works
Big Uppa Sky is designed as a creative journey. Whether you’re just starting or ready to lead, there’s a place for you on the BUS.
BUS Studio HQ
Where ideas are developed, projects are created, and content is produced
BUS Stations & Community Hubs
Partner spaces, community rooms, schools, and theaters where creativity gathers
The BUS Bus
Our mobile creative lab bringing hands-on workshops and pop-up events directly into the community
Now Happening at the Rochy Community Room (RCR)
Join us for:
- aRound About creative sessions
- Jam nights
- Intro to D&D spectator sessions
- Workshops and pop-up events
Located in the Rochester Borough Building, 350 Adams St, Rochester, PA 15074
What Happens at BUS
Choose your route — explore sessions, try new skills, create projects, or share your work with the community.
aRound About Sessions
Explore art, music, and performance through playful rotating activities designed for curiosity and discovery.
Creative Jams
Casual gatherings where musicians, storytellers, and creatives come together to play, experiment, and connect.
Try It Workshops
Short guided sessions introducing creative skills like songwriting, recording, storytelling, and visual design.
Shows & Productions
Live shows, online events, game nights, performances, and collaborative productions.
Partnerships & Custom Experiences
We partner with schools, libraries, and organizations to bring creative experiences into the community.
We offer:
• Residency programs
• After-schoo labs
• Mobile sessions
• Multi-week media projects
• Custom programming
• Grant-supported initiatives
• Creative consulting
Custom programs from $500–$2,500
(Pricing depends on length, goals, and partnership scope.)
“My mom believed in endless possibilities — and she made sure we did too. Big Uppa Sky is built on that belief… Big Uppa Ma”
John J Dessler – Founder
866-BIG-UPPA (866-244-8772)