The Kavinoky Theatre is sad to announce the cancellation of its production of To Kill a Mockingbird (March 8 th -31 st ). In its place we are proud to present: '1984'. Adapted for the stage by Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan, this adaptation of 1984 stands out as one of the most unique and … Continue reading Kavinoky replaces ‘Mockingbird’ with ‘1984’
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First Look: ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ at Kavinoky Theatre
It takes grit to put America’s most revered work of literary art on stage, especially when another version is currently playing on Broadway. When Executive Artistic Director Loraine O’Donnell programmed “To Kill a Mockingbird” for Kavinoky Theatre this season, she smartly obtained the rights to Christopher Sergel’s stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s celebrated novel. Kav … Continue reading First Look: ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Spamalot’ at Kavinoky Theatre
“Monty Python and the Holy Grail” is one of my all time favorite movies. In 2005 I learned about the Broadway Musical adaptation “Spamalot” when it was on the Tony Awards, and instantly fell in love. I have seen the show a handful of times, and it always brings me joy. The songs are goofy, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Spamalot’ at Kavinoky Theatre
First Look: ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ at Kavinoky Theatre
A couple years ago, Arts Services of WNY participated in “Arts and Economic Prosperity 5,” a data review and analysis of 126 cultural and not-for-profit organizations that proved that the arts heavily contributes to our region’s economic growth. The arts sector is a $352.1 million industry that supports all levels of employment, businesses of all … Continue reading First Look: ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘A Doll’s House, Part Two’ at Kavinoky Theatre
When we last saw Nora, she was walking out the door and slamming it behind her. After 15 years, Nora’s on the other side of the same door, this time knocking to be let in. And so begins “A Doll’s House Part Two,” now on stage at the Kavinoky Theatre until November 25. Ibsen’s original … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘A Doll’s House, Part Two’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street’ at Kavinoky Theatre
The stately Edwardian charm of the Kavinoky Theatre is transformed to 19th century London, evidenced by eerie smoke drifting from the under an animated scrim. That’s your first impression of “Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” onstage until September 30. It’s a foreboding and mysterious way to begin a riveting, vaguely disturbing, and … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Forget Me Not (Or Minding June’s Story, A Family Tale)’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Family memories, World War II history, and the troubled recesses in the human psyche converge in “Forget Me Not,(Or Minding June’s Story, A Family Tale)” a new play written by Buffalo’s own Diane Almeter Jones. The play is making its regional premiere this weekend at the Kavinoky Theatre. . . .a powerful and thoughtful work. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Forget Me Not (Or Minding June’s Story, A Family Tale)’ at Kavinoky Theatre
First Look: ‘Forget Me Not’ at Kavinoky Theatre
In a city that is known for performing the tried and true classics, it is rare that a unique original work makes its way to a Buffalo area stage. Tom Dudzick, A.R Gurney, and Neil Simon are household names in the area, but the name Diane Jones is one that may not be as familiar, … Continue reading First Look: ‘Forget Me Not’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Foreigner’ at Kavinoky Theatre
The Kavinoky Theatre at D'Youville College is currently presenting the award winning comedy, "The Foreigner" by Larry Shue. . . . a cast of wonderful actors. This modern day farce takes place at a fishing lodge in the backwoods of Georgia. The play centers around introverted Charlie, one of the guests at the lodge. In … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Foreigner’ at Kavinoky Theatre
The Kavinoky Theatre Announces 2018/2019 Season!
2018/19 season of Musicals, New Plays and Classics! SWEENEY TODD music by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler September 7th-30th Directed by John Fredo With 8 Tonys under its belt, Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s Sweeney Todd has become a bloody, dramatic, yet funny musical theatre classic. The infamous 19th century tale of the revenge-seeking demon … Continue reading The Kavinoky Theatre Announces 2018/2019 Season!
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