When it comes to producing new works, Road Less Traveled Productions has no problem taking the gritty new words of contemporary playwrights, and putting them on the stage. These works are often time real life situations that audiences can relate to, about topics that are very hard to discuss, and that cause tension and uneasy … Continue reading First Look: ‘Disgraced’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
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First Look: ‘Something Rotten!’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
If you follow current Broadway trends you will know that almost every show that graces the stage on the Great White Way comes from some other source material. It is either based on a book, a movie, or some other concept. It is very rare that an original work comes to life on Broadway because … Continue reading First Look: ‘Something Rotten!’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
First Look: ‘Spring Awakening’ by MusicalFare Theatre at Shea’s 710 Theatre
When it comes to choosing programing, theater companies often have questions to ask when choosing the right show. Will this show work for the audience? Will we be able to sell tickets to something different? Will the material offend our audience? Can we successfully pull this off? There are many things to think about. Then, … Continue reading First Look: ‘Spring Awakening’ by MusicalFare Theatre at Shea’s 710 Theatre
First Look: ‘Ben Butler’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Actors are the ultimate time travelers. One day you’re rockin’ out to late ‘70s music on a Greek island, and then you’re an escaped slave during the Civil War, trying to outwit a Union General. Yup, just another day at the office. Or on stage. For Patrick Coleman, playing Pepper in “Mamma Mia!” last month at … Continue reading First Look: ‘Ben Butler’ at Kavinoky Theatre
MusicalFare Theatre’s production of ‘Spring Awakening’ is coming to Shea’s 710 Theatre
The MusicalFare Theatre production of Spring Awakening will take the stage at Shea’s 710 Theatre, located at 710 Main St. in Buffalo, from March 8 to 18. The winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, through what Entertainment Weekly called, "the most gorgeous Broadway score this decade," Spring Awakeningexplores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with an illuminating and unforgettable … Continue reading MusicalFare Theatre’s production of ‘Spring Awakening’ is coming to Shea’s 710 Theatre
HISTORIC PALACE THEATRE PRESENTS ‘The Little Mermaid’
This March, one of the world’s favorite Disney classics will be brought to life on stage at the Historic Palace Theatre, in the live musical production of "The Little Mermaid." This timeless tale is sure to be a unique and magical experience for all ages to enjoy! Under the direction of Christopher Parada, "The Little Mermaid" is brought … Continue reading HISTORIC PALACE THEATRE PRESENTS ‘The Little Mermaid’
Theatre Review: ‘Beginning Again’ at Alleyway Theatre
Whether there are five, seven or -- who knows -- twelve and one-half stages of grief over loss would be a debate in which few of us are willing to take part. After all, it’s not likely to be pretty, this talking of grief. And if we’re willing to take a guess, we would guess … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Beginning Again’ at Alleyway Theatre
First Look: ‘Far Away’ at Torn Space Theater
When playwright Caryl Churchill penned “Far Away” in 2000, the world was a different place. Modern society still had – as it always will have – a plethora of struggle. But as Torn Space Theater stages this drama in 2018, its relevance and setting in the current climate is an eerie, timely reflection. Director Dan … Continue reading First Look: ‘Far Away’ at Torn Space Theater
Theatre Review: ‘Far Away’ at Torn Space Theater
The opening scene of the Torn Space production of Caryl Churchill’s "Far Away" is the most engrossing. In it, a young girl named Joan (Allison Barsi) approaches her aunt Harper (Bonnie Jean Taylor) to tell her that she cannot sleep. TST mainstay Taylor is particularly strong, her performance, characterized by restraint as well as range, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Far Away’ at Torn Space Theater
Theatre Review: ‘Smokey Joe’s Cafe’ at MusicalFare Theatre
There's a certain advantage to attending a show you know very little about -- there are no preconceived notions, and the intent is simply to enjoy the performance. MusicalFare's production of "Smokey Joe's Cafe" certainly delivered a knockout performance for their audience. This musical revue is an enjoyable mix of high-energy ensemble pieces and slower, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Smokey Joe’s Cafe’ at MusicalFare Theatre
