The Lioness Dance - The North American Tour of Disney's "The Lion King." Photo by Dean van Meer. Shea's Performing Arts Center has once again become a gateway to magic with Disney's The Lion King. This iconic production, a stage adaptation of the beloved 1994 animated classic, is an absolute triumph of theatre. With breathtaking … Continue reading Theatre Review: Disney’s “The Lion King” at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Junie B. is Back at TOY
If you are pondering over activities for this holiday season, look no further than the Theatre of Youth's production of Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! Annette Daniels Taylor's direction utilized different levels and speeds of motion, a crafty way of holding the attention of the youngest as well as the sleepiest in the … Continue reading Junie B. is Back at TOY
Theatre Review: “&Juliet” at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
The Broadway company of '& Juliet' - Photo Credit Matthew Murphy I was introduced to the soundtrack of “&Juliet” during the pandemic. It popped up on my Amazon music “for you” playlist and I found it to be fun. Of course, the music is iconic and I found myself listening to it over and over … Continue reading Theatre Review: “&Juliet” at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Witch is Beguiling at Road Less Traveled
Witch (by Jen Silverman) is on stage now at Road Less Traveled Theater, and while the program identifies it as a dark comedy, it really is a study in DEIB – diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging – with some very witty asides hidden inside a look at family and community. Elizabeth (Wendy Hall) is shunned … Continue reading Witch is Beguiling at Road Less Traveled
Great News for MusicalFare and the Downtown Theatre District
Shea’s Performing Arts Center and MusicalFare Theatre Announce Long-Term Collaboration to Boost Buffalo’s Theatre District and Downtown Energy MusicalFare Performances Are Moving to Shea’s 710 Theatre BUFFALO, NY – Shea’s Performing Arts Center and MusicalFare Theatre are proud to announce a transformative new partnership, bringing MusicalFare’s award-winning productions to Shea’s 710 Theatre in a long-term agreement … Continue reading Great News for MusicalFare and the Downtown Theatre District
King James at Kavinoky
Life is a basketball game... or is it vice versa? This past Saturday afternoon I had the privilege of attending the D'Youville Kavinoky Theatre's production of King James written by Rajiv Joseph. I was a little apprehensive, I've never seen a basketball game and looked forward to learning how it could be equated to life. … Continue reading King James at Kavinoky
Laughs Aplenty in Something Rotten
Sometimes you just need to laugh. And laugh again. And find solace in the silliest of things and delight in well-performed singing and dancing and storytelling. And there’s no time like now to enjoy all this and more at MusicalFare Theatre and its regional premiere of Something Rotten. The story is about as far-fetched as … Continue reading Laughs Aplenty in Something Rotten
Harrowing Story Beautifully Told at JRT
Sometimes the most evocative way to tell a story is to keep it simple. One actor, a table, one (versatile) costume, and a mesmerizing, powerful script is all you need. Layer in some breathtaking audio cues and compelling lighting and you have Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski, beautifully presented now by the Jewish … Continue reading Harrowing Story Beautifully Told at JRT
Hamilton Gives it Another Shot at Shea’s
Sitting in the glorious Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, my theatre companion du jour wondered if Hamilton – in its third road trip here after its 2015 world premiere in New York City – was going to hold up. Happily that answer is a resounding, revolutionary yes. Everything about this production is as fresh and exciting as … Continue reading Hamilton Gives it Another Shot at Shea’s
Vote for POTUS at D’Youville Kavinoky
Any production that begins with the (ahem) ‘See you next Tuesday’ word sets you up for a wild time for sure. POTUS: Or Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, now onstage at D’Youville Kavinoky Theatre, proves that. If you’re not OK with some language, mentions – even euphemistically – … Continue reading Vote for POTUS at D’Youville Kavinoky
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