Dinner parties are supposed to be fun things. Make some delicious food. Invite some old and dear friends. Crank up the dance music, pop open some wine, and get ready for some light banter and an easy, breezy evening. Well, in playwright Kristoffer Diaz’s world, as Manhattan is crumbling under environmentally-produced heavy rains, dinner with … Continue reading Things With Friends Aren’t As They Seem at Alleyway
Jesus Christ Superstar Rocks at Shea’s 710
The 1970 concept album for Jesus Christ Superstar remains one of the finest ever committed to record. A rock opera that stirred emotion, controversy and propelled the young Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to immediate, overnight success. But having seen three professional productions (and one community one) I must say that I have never seen a … Continue reading Jesus Christ Superstar Rocks at Shea’s 710
Kimberly Akimbo – A Poignant Performance
All Kim wants is a normal teenage existence. Stable parents, a few school friends, and the anticipation of a long and happy life after high school. For Kimberly Akimbo, now on stage at Shea's Performing Arts Center to March 22, most of this isn't happening. Winner of the 2023 Tony Award for best musical, Kimberly … Continue reading Kimberly Akimbo – A Poignant Performance
Shea’s Announces ’26-’27 Season
Shea's Performing Arts Center and Broadway presenting partner Albert Nocciolino are proud to announce the Five Star Bank 2026-2027 Broadway Season at Shea's Buffalo Theatre, which includes: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB ™, Alicia Keys’ HELL’S KITCHEN, THE GREAT GATSBY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, DEATH BECOMES HER, HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, and OPERATION MINCEMEAT: A NEW MUSICAL. Three additional Broadway shows: BEETLEJUICE, JERSEY BOYS and SIX, will be featured on the Shea’s Buffalo Theatre stage as part of the Gallagher 2026-2027 Encore Series. Shea’s Buffalo Theatre … Continue reading Shea’s Announces ’26-’27 Season
Hedda Gabler at D’Youville Kavinoky
More than likely you read Ibsen's masterwork Hedda Gabler in your high school honors English class. It had that right balance of higher level thinking, cultural diversity, plot twist, and a soupcon of scandal. But reading it and seeing it on stage are two different things and the current production on stage at D'Youville Kavinoky … Continue reading Hedda Gabler at D’Youville Kavinoky
Second Gen God of Carnage
Kids. They’re cute until they’re not. Especially little boys with big sticks. When name calling just won’t cut it, sometimes you just swing the stick and – ouch! – contact is made. And that is what brings the Novak and Raleigh parents together in Novak living room in God of Carnage, presented by Second Generation … Continue reading Second Gen God of Carnage
Exit Strategy is on Fire at RLTP
No one loves school more than teachers. Sure, they may complain about unruly kids and lack of parental engagement and out-of-touch administrators and insufficient contracts, but these souls have made it their lives’ work to stay in school. Because they belong there. Because it’s part of their very being. So when a school is threatened … Continue reading Exit Strategy is on Fire at RLTP
Murder and Mayhem at MusicalFare
Who knew bumping off an entire family and some unrelated infidelity could be so darn funny? A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder, a MusicalFare production on stage at Shea’s 710 Theatre to March 8, is all that and more. It’s flat-out hilarious with some of the best singing – and sight gags - you’ll … Continue reading Murder and Mayhem at MusicalFare
Sheltered is Powerful and Moving at JRT
"Sometimes love doesn't look like love." That one statement from the second act of Sheltered by Alix Sobler, the current production of the Jewish Repertory Theatre, pretty much sums up this powerfully moving story. And it's true: sometimes love is sacrifice, letting go, opening your mind and your heart, or turning away. Yes, love is … Continue reading Sheltered is Powerful and Moving at JRT
Lady Day Shines for MusicalFare
She was a force; her unique singing style was a bright glimmer over her dark personal life. Billie Holiday - Lady Day - may not have realized how profound her musical influences are (her Grammy recognitions were all posthumous). Her music and her life story are celebrated in Lady Day at the Emerson Bar and … Continue reading Lady Day Shines for MusicalFare
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