Theatre Review: “Into The Woods’ at the Lockport Palace Theatre

“Into the Woods” was thrust back into the cultural spotlight with the 2014 feature film starring a colorful cast of Hollywood and Broadway performers. It weaves numerous fairy tales into one flowing narrative, an emotional roller coaster. Lockport Palace Theatre, taking a step forward in their own story with a beautiful internal restoration and remodeling, … Continue reading Theatre Review: “Into The Woods’ at the Lockport Palace Theatre

First Look: ‘Christmas Over The Tavern’ at MusicalFare Theatre

Tom Dudzick’s “Over The Tavern” is not only a local favorite that highlights our great city, but is one that is an international favorite as well. The characters are well known, it is nostalgic, and there is just something relatable about the “Over The Tavern” stories. This was something that Dudzick wanted to explore again, … Continue reading First Look: ‘Christmas Over The Tavern’ at MusicalFare Theatre

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: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild

Interactive theatre can go one of two ways. It can be exciting for the audience, or it can be terrible for the audience. Luckily, if it is done well, the audience will be able to connect with the material and will have a great experience, and that is exactly what happens with the current production … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild

Theatre Review: ‘The 3 Musketeers’ by All For One Theatrical Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

"The 3 Musketeers," the Alexandre Dumas classic, is a story that has numerous incarnations since it was written in 1844. There have been numerous film adaptations, including the 1993 Disney film starring Chris O’Donnell, Oliver Platt, Kiefer Sutherland, Charlie Sheen, and Tim Curry. Presented by All for One Theatrical Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre, a … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The 3 Musketeers’ by All For One Theatrical Productions at Shea’s 710 Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Fool For Love’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York

The American Repertory Theatre of Western New York (ART of WNY), one of the region’s many small non-profit theatre companies, is embarking on a new frontier after recently signing a 10 year lease at the 545 Elmwood Avenue Theatreloft. After eight nomadic seasons of roaming from theatre space to theatre space, ART is finally settling … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Fool For Love’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York

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