Theatre Review: ‘Buffalo Quickies’ at Alleyway Theatre

It’s Alleyway Theatre’s spring rite of passage: the 27th annual “Buffalo Quickies” is replete with local talent, some Buffalo nostalgia, and a few things I just can’t figure out. While some of the ‘quickies’ don’t always hit the highest playwriting mark, what is consistently impressive is watching the agility and versatility of the actors. On … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Buffalo Quickies’ at Alleyway Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Chicago’ at Niagara University Theatre

There are few musical movie adaptations that are better than “Chicago.” Despite being an incredibly high quality film with both critical and commercial success, it has made many people tougher critics of the stage show because it’s less glamorous. Fortunately, Niagara University Theatre’s sold-out production offers a worthy display of one of John Kander and … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Chicago’ at Niagara University Theatre

First Look: ‘Knockout’ by CSz Buffalo at The Arena, Buffalo’s Home of Improv

  In big cities like New York, Chicago, and Toronto, Improv comedy is a staple. There are numerous clubs and organizations that specialize in Improv, but it is an art form that isn’t known in smaller areas. Luckily Buffalo has a budding improv scene, and thanks to CSz Buffalo, located in Snyder, the laughs keep … Continue reading First Look: ‘Knockout’ by CSz Buffalo at The Arena, Buffalo’s Home of Improv

First Look: ‘The Christians’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre

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