First Look: ‘The Kathy & Mo Show – Parallel Lives The Dark Side’ by O’Connell & Company at Shea’s Smith Theatre

Call them The Power for Trio for What’s Good in This World. O’Connell and Company has three powerhouse actors behind a new-to-Buffalo production at Shea’s Smith Theatre, for six performances January 18 to 27. Mary Kate O’Connell and Pamela Rose Mangus are reprising their roles in “The Kathy & Mo Show Parallel Lives” for the … Continue reading First Look: ‘The Kathy & Mo Show – Parallel Lives The Dark Side’ by O’Connell & Company at Shea’s Smith Theatre

First Look: ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ at Kavinoky Theatre

A couple years ago, Arts Services of WNY participated in “Arts and Economic Prosperity 5,” a data review and analysis of 126 cultural and not-for-profit organizations that proved that the arts heavily contributes to our region’s economic  growth. The arts sector is a $352.1 million industry that supports all levels of employment, businesses of all … Continue reading First Look: ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ at Kavinoky Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘A Very Trumpy Christmas Carol’ at Main Street Cabaret

So you’ve heard the bell ring when Clarence got his wings.  You wiped a tear during Linus’ telling of the Christmas story, felt restored when Tiny Tim says “God Bless Us, everyone,” and laughed with the Little Sisters of Hoboken. You’ve jingled, and twinkled, and decked the halls. There’s a new Christmas tradition in town … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘A Very Trumpy Christmas Carol’ at Main Street Cabaret

Theatre Review: ‘Meet Me In St. Louis’ at American Repertory Theatre Of Western New York

"Meet Me In St. Louis” is the much loved story of the Smith family’s adventures in the early 20th century in St. Louis, Missouri. The stories, which were written by Sally Benson, were turned into a golden age of Hollywood musical in 1944. The film starred Judy Garland and Margaret O’Brien and featured a lovely … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Meet Me In St. Louis’ at American Repertory Theatre Of Western New York

Theatre Review: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ at Aurora Players

“It’s a Wonderful Life” has been an essential ingredient of the holiday season since the film first premiered in 1946, almost as indispensable as eggnog and ugly sweaters. Some families enjoy the holiday tradition of watching IAWL (the movie) on Christmas Eve, while others catch a production of the timeless classic on stage (by my … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ at Aurora Players

Theatre Review: ‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

The holiday season is upon us, whether we like it or not, and this weekend was a perfect snowy setting to attend “Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley,” presented by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre. Welcomed immediately into the world of Jane Austen by an inspired set design at the hands of Bethany … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Nuncrackers – The Nunsense Christmas Musical’ at O’Connell & Company

Pre-holiday stresses got you down? Let the Little Sisters of Hoboken cheer you up and chase the Grinch from your holiday spirit. Make time to see ‘Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical ‘on stage at O’Connell & Company now through December 23. Yes, it’s another iteration of Dan Goggin’s Nunsense franchise (the third out of six … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Nuncrackers – The Nunsense Christmas Musical’ at O’Connell & Company