You've seen it before: the lonely girl, an outcast, worrying her way through life until something happens to help her come out of her shell and realize her worth... but not told like this. Through musical comedy, dance, and modern media, Marisa Guida (conceiver, Book, co-lyrics) takes us on a predictable coming of age journey … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Pretty/Funny’ at MusicalFare Theatre
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Theatre Review: ‘Billy Elliot The Musical’ at Lockport Palace Theatre
Societal norms tend to dictate what we as people can and cannot do with our lives. To this day, a person who tries to make a career for themselves in the arts is still looked at as an underachiever, while a person who decides to have a career that possesses no creative necessity is thought … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Billy Elliot The Musical’ at Lockport Palace Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Fox on the Fairway’ by George Liaros Productions at Road Less Traveled Theater
Like most of America, I was introduced to the sport of golf by the movie “Happy Gilmore.” What I thought were over the top characters in the film, turn out to be how most people who play the sport act. I guess that character traits have to come from somewhere, right? These golfer and country … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Fox on the Fairway’ by George Liaros Productions at Road Less Traveled Theater
Theatre Review: ‘Hay Fever’ at Irish Classical Theatre Company
Last night, I went to the Irish Classical Theatre Company and saw their production of “Hayfever” by Noel Coward. This British drawing room comedy from the 1920’s isn’t performed as often as Coward classics “Blithe Spirits”, “Private Lives”, and “Present Laughter,” and so being able to see “Hayfever” is a real treat. . . .light … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Hay Fever’ at Irish Classical Theatre Company
Theatre Review: ‘The Light In The Piazza’ by Second Generation Theatre Company at Lancaster Opera House
Che bella. Absolutely everything about this production of ‘The Light in the Piazza’ – a Western New York premiere – (it played at the Shaw Festival a few years ago) is simply beautiful. The starkly elegant set, the period perfect costumes, the casting, direction, and the music create a romantic and poignant night in Italy. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Light In The Piazza’ by Second Generation Theatre Company at Lancaster Opera House
Theatre Review: ‘Wicked’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Stephen Schwatz’s pop culture phenomenon, “Wicked,” is a show that continues to play to sell out crowds of theatre fanatics all across the world. The story of the witches of Oz before Dorothy dropped in, continues to break box office records and is still a favorite amongst audiences of all ages. The glitz, the glamor, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Wicked’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Run For Your Wife’ by Lancaster Regional Players at Lancaster Opera House
The best thing in any theater community, especially Buffalo’s unique community, are the organizations made up of local professionals who act for the love of theater. Lancaster Regional Players have been presenting community theater for 52 years, and they’ve collaborated with the Lancaster Opera House to present the British farce “Run For Your Wife.” The … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Run For Your Wife’ by Lancaster Regional Players at Lancaster Opera House
Theatre News: Kenny Awards Winners Announced
Shea’s Performing Arts Center and The Lipke Foundation are proud to announce the winners of 24th Annual Kenny Awards, an endeavor that recognizes the talent, dedication, and efforts of our local high school youth. Outstanding Orchestral Performance Orchard Park High School – Into the Woods Outstanding Technical Design Starpoint High School – Disney’s Beauty & the Beast Outstanding Choral Performance … Continue reading Theatre News: Kenny Awards Winners Announced
Theatre Review: ‘Kalamazoo’ at New Phoenix Theatre
“Love is lovelier the second time around,” according to lyricist Sammy Cahn. I was humming this timeless Jimmy Van Heusen tune in my head and thinking about Cahn’s words while watching The New Phoenix Theatre’s final production, - "Kalamazoo" – to close its 21st season. " ‘Kalamazoo’ will win your heart with its uplifting message … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Kalamazoo’ at New Phoenix Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Other Mozart’ at Shea’s 710 Theatre
“Nobody saved my letters,” laments Nannerl Mozart, the older sister of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, or as she calls him, Woflie or “that little sh*t,” in Sylvia Milo’s one-woman show ‘The Other Mozart.’ ". . .an interesting experience." This wistful statement delivered about halfway through the 80-minute performance could explain why Nannerl’s story is less told … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Other Mozart’ at Shea’s 710 Theatre
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