Theatre Review: ‘Almost Maine’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

A lot can happen in one night. You could fall in love. Or realize it’s not love anymore. You could connect with a former flame. Or find out that our best friend really has your heart in a surprising way. Your broken heart could get mended. You might see love in a surprising new way. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Almost Maine’ by Road Less Traveled Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘The Kathy & Mo Show: Parallel Lives The Dark Side’ by O’Connell & Company at Shea’s Smith Theatre

Sketch comedy was a mainstay of variety shows from the Golden Age of Television.  Shows like The Garry Moore Show and The Carol Burnett Show were famous for these brief comic vignettes. “The Kathy & Mo Show Parallel Lives The Dark Side,” winningly produced by O’Connell & Company on the Shea’s Smith Theatre Stage, is … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Kathy & Mo Show: Parallel Lives The Dark Side’ by O’Connell & Company at Shea’s Smith Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘The Illusion’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

One of the things I like best about Road Less Traveled Theatre’s productions is that you are immediately immersed in the show, or at least in its ambience. Think of last season’s “Glengarry Glen Ross,” when Anthony Alcocer as the ‘motivational trainer’ began the show before the obligatory “please turn off your cell phone” announcements … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Illusion’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Sense & Sensibility’ at Irish Classical Theatre

Gossipy, back-biting, smugly superior…yup, sounds like life in the British countryside, late 18th century style. This was the proverbial fodder for Jane Austen’s mill.  Kind hearted sisters stripped of their place in society, weak-willed men who don’t deserve them, and lots of smart, witty repartee make Austen’s novels a divine read and a delight on … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Sense & Sensibility’ at Irish Classical Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘A Very Trumpy Christmas Carol’ at Main Street Cabaret

So you’ve heard the bell ring when Clarence got his wings.  You wiped a tear during Linus’ telling of the Christmas story, felt restored when Tiny Tim says “God Bless Us, everyone,” and laughed with the Little Sisters of Hoboken. You’ve jingled, and twinkled, and decked the halls. There’s a new Christmas tradition in town … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘A Very Trumpy Christmas Carol’ at Main Street Cabaret

Theatre Review: ‘Nuncrackers – The Nunsense Christmas Musical’ at O’Connell & Company

Pre-holiday stresses got you down? Let the Little Sisters of Hoboken cheer you up and chase the Grinch from your holiday spirit. Make time to see ‘Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical ‘on stage at O’Connell & Company now through December 23. Yes, it’s another iteration of Dan Goggin’s Nunsense franchise (the third out of six … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Nuncrackers – The Nunsense Christmas Musical’ at O’Connell & Company

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: ‘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