I am among one of thousands—probably millions—of theatrephiles for whom “Angels in America” (written by Tony Kushner) is an incredibly important and beloved modern play. I came to it much later than most; I first watched the HBO miniseries circa 2014(ish) on a whim, over 10 years after its release, 23 years after Angels’ theatrical … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Angels in America Part One: Millennium Approaches’ by Second Generation Theatre Company at Shea’s Smith Theatre
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Theatre Review: ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
Not all stage families are like the Von Trapps. Or the Pazinskis. Meet Walter Washington, affectionately called Dad by his son Junior, his son’s girlfriend, Lulu, and Junior’s friend Oswaldo. They all share Walter’s rent-controlled apartment on Riverside Drive and they comprise the complicated, flawed, funny, frightening family in playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis’ “Between Riverside … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
The Brazen-Faced Varlets present The Secretary by Kyle John Schimdt
Ruby runs a small-town gun company that aims to protect women by helping them protect themselves. With products like The Bridesmaid, The Babysitter, and The Mallwalker, each of the company's guns is named after a woman who used a gun and saved a life--more often than not, her own. When an elderly secretary at the … Continue reading The Brazen-Faced Varlets present The Secretary by Kyle John Schimdt
Theatre Review: ‘Laughter on the 23rd Floor’ at Springville Center of the Arts.
Here’s what I love about local theatre here in WNY: there is plenty of it, there’s something for everyone, it’s across the region, in all communities, and at every price point. While some of my reviewer brethren may give a haughty air sniff at the thought, community theatre plays an important role for both actors … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Laughter on the 23rd Floor’ at Springville Center of the Arts.
Theatre Review: ‘Frost/Nixon’ at Irish Classical Theatre
Let’s make one thing perfectly clear: opening night for Irish Classical Theater’s production of “Frost/Nixon” sold out. . . .a fascinating story, expertly told, acted, and staged. . . One bet is there’s some interest in the not so long ago historical subject matter. And what better venue than ICTC’s in-the-round for a play whose … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Frost/Nixon’ at Irish Classical Theatre
First Look: ‘1984’ by George Orwell at Kavinoky Theatre
In Harper Lee’s novel “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Atticus Finch tells his young son, “Real courage is when you know you're licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and see it through no matter what.” Loraine O’Donnell, Kavinoky Theatre’s executive artistic director has lived with this sentiment the past week, since another production company … Continue reading First Look: ‘1984’ by George Orwell at Kavinoky Theatre
Kavinoky replaces ‘Mockingbird’ with ‘1984’
The Kavinoky Theatre is sad to announce the cancellation of its production of To Kill a Mockingbird (March 8 th -31 st ). In its place we are proud to present: '1984'. Adapted for the stage by Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan, this adaptation of 1984 stands out as one of the most unique and … Continue reading Kavinoky replaces ‘Mockingbird’ with ‘1984’
Theatre Review: ‘Miss Saigon’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
There are those shows that you just need to see. You hear about them for years. They have a place in popular culture, and they leave an impact on their audiences. I remember hearing “they land a real helicopter on stage!” Until this evening, I have never seen anything like it. “Miss Saigon” is an … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Miss Saigon’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Humans’ at Geva Theatre Center
Set in a turn of the century tenement apartment building in New York City’s Chinatown on Thanksgiving 2013, “The Humans” offers the audience a complex view of intergenerational struggles. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this play going in, but the write up framed it as a production about middle class struggles. What was … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Humans’ at Geva Theatre Center
Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti Performing at Shea’s Black-Tie Gala
Shea’s Performing Arts Center is proud to announce that Tony Award-Winning actress Laura Benanti will perform at Shea’s Black-Tie Gala on Saturday, April 27, 2019. Tony Award-winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti is a highly celebrated stage and screen actress, currently starring on Broadway as Eliza Doolittle in Lincoln Center’s revival ofMy Fair Lady. Before that, … Continue reading Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti Performing at Shea’s Black-Tie Gala
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