Tom Dudzick’s “Over The Tavern” is not only a local favorite that highlights our great city, but is one that is an international favorite as well. The characters are well known, it is nostalgic, and there is just something relatable about the “Over The Tavern” stories. This was something that Dudzick wanted to explore again, … Continue reading First Look: ‘Christmas Over The Tavern’ at MusicalFare Theatre
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Theatre Review: ‘Oliver!’ at Lancaster Opera House
When I was in grade school, my music teacher liked to show videos. Musical videos. There wasn’t a large selection in his arsenal and the one that we watched over, and over, and over, and over again was “Oliver!” We watched “Oliver!” so many times that the VHS tape wore out, and then he purchased … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Oliver!’ at Lancaster Opera House
Theatre Review: ‘Sive’ at Irish Classical Theatre
Matchmaking is a resounding theme in Buffalo’s theatre district this week. At Shea’s Performing Art Center, Mama and Papa in “Fiddler on the Roof” use the services of the village Yente to seek spouses for their daughters. It’s a tradition. Across the street at the Andrews Theatre, home of Irish Classical Theatre Company, the village … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Sive’ at Irish Classical Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Interactive theatre can go one of two ways. It can be exciting for the audience, or it can be terrible for the audience. Luckily, if it is done well, the audience will be able to connect with the material and will have a great experience, and that is exactly what happens with the current production … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Theatre Review: ‘The 3 Musketeers’ by All For One Theatrical Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre
"The 3 Musketeers," the Alexandre Dumas classic, is a story that has numerous incarnations since it was written in 1844. There have been numerous film adaptations, including the 1993 Disney film starring Chris O’Donnell, Oliver Platt, Kiefer Sutherland, Charlie Sheen, and Tim Curry. Presented by All for One Theatrical Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre, a … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The 3 Musketeers’ by All For One Theatrical Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Fool For Love’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
The American Repertory Theatre of Western New York (ART of WNY), one of the region’s many small non-profit theatre companies, is embarking on a new frontier after recently signing a 10 year lease at the 545 Elmwood Avenue Theatreloft. After eight nomadic seasons of roaming from theatre space to theatre space, ART is finally settling … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Fool For Love’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
Theatre Review: ‘A Doll’s House, Part Two’ at Kavinoky Theatre
When we last saw Nora, she was walking out the door and slamming it behind her. After 15 years, Nora’s on the other side of the same door, this time knocking to be let in. And so begins “A Doll’s House Part Two,” now on stage at the Kavinoky Theatre until November 25. Ibsen’s original … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘A Doll’s House, Part Two’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
There were moments so quiet, you couldn’t believe you were in a sold-out theatre. That’s the power of the iconic musical “Fiddler on the Roof,” on stage at Shea’s Performing Art Center to November 4. Perhaps it’s the reflection on recent events across our country that made some of those pensive moments in the show … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Speed-the-Plow’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
Legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright said “A building is not just a place to be, but a way to be.” Road Less Traveled Productions found its way by launching its 15th season in a newly-built out theatre space (the first theatre to open on Main St.’s Theatre District in 20 years) with an outstanding production … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Speed-the-Plow’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
First Look: ‘Sive’ at Irish Classical Theatre
Actor Kiana Duggan-Haas has one thing in common with the character she is preparing to portray: both girls are teens with dreams. “Sive”is the title character in the Irish Classical Theatre Company production that will open Friday, November 2. Duggan-Haas, the actor is a senior at Amherst Central High School and is thrilled to be … Continue reading First Look: ‘Sive’ at Irish Classical Theatre
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