When one thinks of theatre, one usually thinks of large cities, with big flashy marquees, and nowhere to park. There is always a large city feel when you go to the theatre. If you are not one who lives in a big city, you should still be able to go see wonderful live entertainment, and … Continue reading First Look: ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Shake on the Lake
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Theatre Review: ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ at Theatre of Youth
Theatre of Youth’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” is a delight. Charles M. Schultz’s beloved holiday story, based on his “Peanuts” comic strip, debuted as an animated television special program in 1965, and quickly became as representative of the season as Scrooge and eggnog. Its sophisticated anti-commercialism nods and winks – revolutionary then for a children’s … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ at Theatre of Youth
Theatre Review: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ by Rocking Horse Productions at Lancaster Opera House
Even if you've never seen “It's A Wonderful Life,” you're probably familiar with the story, or the memorable “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings,” line. The stage adaption by Rocking Horse Productions brought back memories of my childhood, sitting in the living room with my family on Christmas week and marathoning … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ by Rocking Horse Productions at Lancaster Opera House
Theatre Review: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre
Maybe you’ve seen the movie a bunch of times, but unless you are truly of a certain age, you’ve never seen (or heard) “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,” now on stage at Shea’s 710 Theatre and produced by Road Less Traveled Productions. . . .good night of theatre, you’ll love this production. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Irving Berlin’s America’ at O’Connell & Company
“Irving Berlin’s America,” now onstage at O’Connell & Company, is one wonderful tune after another against a story that’s based on the celebrated songwriter’s robust rags to riches 101 year life. . . . very entertaining performances, lovely singing, and the good vibes that remind you Berlin’s music will endure “not for just an hour, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Irving Berlin’s America’ at O’Connell & Company
First Look: ‘Irving Berlin’s America’ at O’Connell & Company
How would you spend your last night? Few of us have that choice. Playwright Chip Deffaa’s production of “Irving Berlin’s America” wonders how the most prolific American songwriter of the 20th century would reflect on his 101 years and his place in history. This music-packed production opens Thursday, November 30 at O’Connell & Company. William … Continue reading First Look: ‘Irving Berlin’s America’ at O’Connell & Company
Holiday Show Guide – 2017
The Holidays are officially here, and with them comes the desire for great family entertainment. Here is a list of Holiday shows that are taking place in and around Buffalo for the Holiday Season! "It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" by Theatre In The Mist at Stella Niagara Education Park - November 24 … Continue reading Holiday Show Guide – 2017
Tony Award-Winning Broadway Star from ‘Hamilton’ Leslie Odom, Jr. Performing at Shea’s Black-Tie Gala
Shea’s Performing Arts Center is proud to announce that Tony Award-Winning Actor from the original Broadway cast of Hamilton, Leslie Odom, Jr., will be performing at Shea’s Black Tie Gala on Friday, April 20, 2018! Leslie Odom, Jr. took home the Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of ‘Aaron … Continue reading Tony Award-Winning Broadway Star from ‘Hamilton’ Leslie Odom, Jr. Performing at Shea’s Black-Tie Gala
Buffalo Choral Arts Society presents ‘RINGING IN THE SEASON’ with Special Guest Artists, The Royalton Ringers in the Northtowns, Southtowns and in the heart of the City
The Buffalo Choral Arts Society, a 110-voice community chorus under the direction of Marcia A. Giambrone; John A. Mitton, accompanist, is proud to present RINGING IN THE SEASON, a three Concert Series bringing the music of Christmas to the Northtowns, the Southtowns and the heart of the City of Buffalo. Returning to perform with BCAS … Continue reading Buffalo Choral Arts Society presents ‘RINGING IN THE SEASON’ with Special Guest Artists, The Royalton Ringers in the Northtowns, Southtowns and in the heart of the City
First Look: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Play’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre
Picture it: in almost every living room in 1945, a common fixture was a radio. Some sat on a table, others were a free-standing piece of furniture. It had only one purpose, albeit a lofty one: it had to bring the world into the home over the AM only frequency, complete with the air-ish whistles … Continue reading First Look: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Play’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre
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