As a story teller, I am drawn to stories that seem over the top and that have goofy concepts. When I was first introduced to the work of Mel Brooks, I couldn’t help but think that this man understood how to tell a story. No matter how ridiculous it might be, his work was unique, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Producers’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Roommates’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
There are plenty of “buddy” shows on stage, but local playwright Mark Humphrey’s “The Roommates” isn’t your typical “three guys in a man cave” show. Humphrey’s script has some clever language and his plot takes some interesting twists. This is a world and regional premiere and it’s suited to this small stage. Even the music … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Roommates’ at American Repertory Theatre of Western New York
Theatre Review: ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ at MusicalFare Theatre
From heart-wrenching films to questionably cast live television musicals, it seems as if every piece of the Peter Pan story has been thoroughly exhausted. However, “Peter and the Starcatcher,” dubbed as “a grownup’s prequel to Peter Pan,” is a fresh and exhilarating play with music currently onstage at MusicalFare Theatre. This production is pure magic. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ at MusicalFare Theatre
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ First National Tour Coming To Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Buffalo, NY (September 7, 2017) – Producer Stacey Mindich is pleased to announce that the first national touring production of this year’s Best Musical Tony Award-winner Dear Evan Hansen will launch in October 2018 at Denver’s Center for the Performing Arts. The tour will go on to play more than 50 cities over a two-year period, including Buffalo, NY (Shea’s Performing … Continue reading ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ First National Tour Coming To Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Rocking Horse Productions Celebrates Eleventh Season
For the last eleven seasons, Rocking Horse Productions has been a staple at the Lancaster Opera House. A company that prides itself on casting new and veteran talent, Rocking Horse Productions has been responsible for the start of many theatrical careers in the Buffalo area. A producer of great theatrical content, Rocking Horse celebrates their … Continue reading Rocking Horse Productions Celebrates Eleventh Season
First Look: ‘My Old Lady’ at New Phoenix Theatre
When it comes to Buffalo, it is not uncommon to hear ‘there is always a Buffalo connection.’ It probably has to do with the fact that Buffalo is one large living room. Everyone knows everyone, and everyone has a story as to how they know, or once knew, everyone. Buffalo in general has this unique … Continue reading First Look: ‘My Old Lady’ at New Phoenix Theatre
The Art of Theatre: O’Connell & Company’s New Season Features Original Artwork
Every theatre company struggles with new ways to engage the next generation audience. For Mary Kate O’Connell, executive and artistic director of O’Connell & Company, two bold moves are keeping her company in close connection with tomorrow’s actors, artists, and patrons. First her company has been in residence at The Park School of Buffalo for … Continue reading The Art of Theatre: O’Connell & Company’s New Season Features Original Artwork
First Look: ‘Sons & Lovers’ at Buffalo United Artists
Relationships are so….complicated. First comes attraction, then flirtation, then that delicious push-pull of anticipation, and then you find out …there’s competition. Yikes. And when your paramour has other things going on, well, it’s no picnic. All this and more is central to the plot of “Sons & Lovers,” Buffalo United Artist’s first show of this … Continue reading First Look: ‘Sons & Lovers’ at Buffalo United Artists
First Look: ‘John’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
When it comes to contemporary theatrical pieces, Road Less Traveled Productions is a trail blazer at finding the newest, hottest content to present in their season line-up. This year alone, Road Less Traveled is producing four contemporary pieces that are some of the most discussed and popular scripts being produced across the country by professional … Continue reading First Look: ‘John’ at Road Less Traveled Theatre
In Rehearsal with ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ at MusicalFare Theatre
For any theatre company, somewhere between picking and promoting a season of shows and opening night, a production is born. For the cast of “Peter and the Starcatcher,” soon to be onstage at Musicalfare, this means perfecting British, Scottish or pirate accents, finding their Zen in multiple roles, and learning how to be water. As … Continue reading In Rehearsal with ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ at MusicalFare Theatre
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