Actors are the ultimate time travelers. One day you’re rockin’ out to late ‘70s music on a Greek island, and then you’re an escaped slave during the Civil War, trying to outwit a Union General. Yup, just another day at the office. Or on stage. For Patrick Coleman, playing Pepper in “Mamma Mia!” last month at … Continue reading First Look: ‘Ben Butler’ at Kavinoky Theatre
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Theatre Review: ‘Mamma Mia!’ at Kavinoky Theatre
My reviewer’s reserve lasted about 20 minutes, and after that, I couldn’t help myself. I started singing along. And I wasn’t alone. That’s the power of “Mamma Mia!” on stage at Kavinoky Theatre until January 28. You can’t help riding the ‘70s wave again and belting out those toe-tapping ABBA tunes. Overall, it’s a fine … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Mamma Mia!’ at Kavinoky Theatre
‘Mamma Mia!’ Introduces New Tech at The Kav
Ah, the craggy coastline of Greece. The bright sunshine. The brilliant blue of the Mediterranean. In January. In Buffalo. When “Mamma Mia!” opens at The Kavinoky Theatre on January 5, your eyes will be treated to these vivid images, thanks to state of the art LED curtains. Kavinoky is the only local theatre using this … Continue reading ‘Mamma Mia!’ Introduces New Tech at The Kav
Theatre Review: ‘The Crucible’ at Kavinoky Theatre
“We are what we always were in Salem,” John Proctor cries out in Act II of Arthur Miller’s "The Crucible," “but now the little crazy children are jangling the keys of the kingdom, and common vengeance writes the law!” Proctor (Adriano Gatto), guilty of adultery, realizes that his act unwittingly empowered the single minded girl … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Crucible’ at Kavinoky Theatre
First Look: ‘The Crucible’ at Kavinoky Theatre
How do you captivate students (and enrich the learning experience) and still appeal to your general audience? It was a serious consideration for The Kavinoky Theatre this season. Both audiences are important: season subscribers and single ticket buyers are with you now, while today’s students are tomorrow’s patrons. The Kav addressed this by going back … Continue reading First Look: ‘The Crucible’ at Kavinoky Theatre
Get Spooked at The Kav
When you buy a theatre ticket, the price you’re paying only covers a portion of the expense of mounting the production. This means theatre companies have to be resourceful and creative when it comes to fundraising. Sure, corporate sponsorships are important, and the annual fund campaigns can’t be ignored, and grants can and do help. … Continue reading Get Spooked at The Kav
Theatre Review: ‘The Producers’ at Kavinoky Theatre
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
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