Church scandals always make headlines. But imagine what would happen if a clergy member proclaimed that there is no hell. Does that lead to other shocking declamations against the Judeo-Christian belief system? What happens to the church community’s inner balance? Our reward system? Our nightly prayers? Or our favorite punitive, dismissive comment? Somehow “Oh, go … Continue reading First Look: ‘The Christians’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
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First Look: ‘I Do!, I Do!’ at O’Connell & Company
It started with a bunch of orphans and a dog. At least that’s how actors Mary and Gregory Gjurich met in real life. They were both cast in a production of “Annie” in 1983 at St. Gregory the Great Church in Williamsville. She as the Rising Star and he as ne’er do well Rooster Hannigan. … Continue reading First Look: ‘I Do!, I Do!’ at O’Connell & Company
First Look: ‘The Night Alive’ at Irish Classical Theatre
Great plays are plot-driven; exceptional plays are character driven. That human element draws you into a story, exposes your imagination to heartache or triumph, takes you to a place that may be comforting or disturbing. The relationships between the characters can move you or repel you, entertain you or unnerve you…but it’s that connection to … Continue reading First Look: ‘The Night Alive’ at Irish Classical 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
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
First Look: ‘Rose’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Throughout America last week, 21st Century women marched through the streets, sporting pink pussycat hats and carrying signs reminding us that equity is still every person’s goal in a sometimes unjust world. In 20th century Poland, women moved stealthily through the streets, seeking to survive on their way to freedom. They didn’t carry signs, and … Continue reading First Look: ‘Rose’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
First Look: ‘An Act of God’ at O’Connell & Company
According to playwright David Javerbaum, if you prayed to God for a Buffalo Bills win on Sunday, don’t blame Him. Javerbaum’s take on God means that God doesn’t control sporting events. “Except on the rare occasions when it affects the spread,” God says in Javerbaum’s “An Act of God,” on stage at O’Connell & Company … Continue reading First Look: ‘An Act of God’ at O’Connell & Company
‘Mamma Mia!’ Introduces New Tech at The Kav
Ah, the craggy coastline of Greece. The bright sunshine. The brilliant blue of the Mediterranean. In January. In Buffalo. When “Mamma Mia!” opens at The Kavinoky Theatre on January 5, your eyes will be treated to these vivid images, thanks to state of the art LED curtains. Kavinoky is the only local theatre using this … Continue reading ‘Mamma Mia!’ Introduces New Tech at The Kav
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
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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