To paraphrase Jane Austen, “It is a truth universally acknowledged that productions at D’Youville Kavinoky Professional Theatre are gorgeously staged and thoroughly enjoyable.” Well, that’s what this affirmed Janeite thinks about Kate Hamill’s adaptation of the iconic novel Pride & Prejudice on stage now to March 27. While Hamill took some liberties, they were noble … Continue reading Make Haste to D’Youville Kavinoky
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“Indecent” is Sublime at Kavinoky
In 1906, Warsaw was a city in revolution. The Imperial Russian Army was terrorizing workers. The city was in recession, a harbinger of things to come. Despite this grim reality, its Jewish community was creating art and celebrating its culture. Playwright Sholem Asch was staring taboos in the face with a provocative play of love, … Continue reading “Indecent” is Sublime at Kavinoky
“The Bridges of Madison County” Cross Love and Infidelity
This production is the epitome of romance, conflict, love, and loss, anchored by that stunning score and incredible artistry of our local actors.
State Grant Supports Kavinoky Improvements
The Kavinoky Theatre received a special 40th anniversary present: a $145,000 grant awarded from New York state’s Regional Economic Development Council (REDC). The grant will fund some capital improvements for the theatre, including a Broadway-style covered entryway, new theatre seats, and an updated projection system. "We are thrilled to receive this award," said Loraine O'Donnell, … Continue reading State Grant Supports Kavinoky Improvements
At long last: To Kill a Mockingbird at Kavinoky Theatre
It’s a sin to kill a mockingbird. Some may think it’s also a sin to script-tamper with a Pulitzer Prize winning novel’s oft-staged theatrical adaptation, but that’s exactly what Aaron Sorkin did in his 2018 adaption of To Kill a Mockingbird. It’s currently playing on Broadway and in a unique twist of fate, it’s also … Continue reading At long last: To Kill a Mockingbird at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Hairspray’ at The Kavinoky Theatre
“Hairspray” was the first musical I saved my money to see when it came to Shea’s on the first National Tour. I remember being enthralled by the experience. The music, the story, the fun the actors appeared to be having on stage. I was out of breath for the actors on stage. It was a … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Hairspray’ at The Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Equivocation’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Those 17th Century British Catholics: in an attempt to overthrow the (Protestant) government and monarch, they thought if they could just pack the Parliament with gunpowder and blow the dickens out of the place, the faith could rule. King James I was not amused. He also knew he wanted to control the spin. Since social … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Equivocation’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Kavinoky Theatre announces 40th Season of Shows!
The 2019/2020 Season! Hairspray September 6 -October 6 Music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman & Shaiman Book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan Based on the John Waters’ film. Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird November 8 -December 8 Adapted by Aaron Sorkin The Bridges of Madison County Jan. 10 -February 2 Based on the novel … Continue reading Kavinoky Theatre announces 40th Season of Shows!
Theatre Review: ‘1984’ at Kavinoky Theatre
19 days. That’s how long the creative team at Kavinoky Theatre had to select and stage “1984” as the replacement for “To Kill a Mockingbird” when it was forced pulled the show from the season schedule. . . .a powerful onstage drama. . . Kavinoky’s Executive Artistic Director Loraine O’Donnell couldn’t quell the tremor in … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘1984’ at Kavinoky Theatre
First Look: ‘1984’ by George Orwell at Kavinoky Theatre
In Harper Lee’s novel “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Atticus Finch tells his young son, “Real courage is when you know you're licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and see it through no matter what.” Loraine O’Donnell, Kavinoky Theatre’s executive artistic director has lived with this sentiment the past week, since another production company … Continue reading First Look: ‘1984’ by George Orwell at Kavinoky Theatre
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