Red Thread Theatre was formed to advance female representation and engagement in all aspects of theatre in Western New York. The company’s current production is a collaboration with the New Phoenix Theatre. The Children - on stage now at the New Phoenix Theatre to March 26 – was written by playwright Lucy Kirkwood and it … Continue reading Red Thread Theatre’s Production of The Children
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“To the New Girl…” at New Phoenix Theatre
Sarah Emmerling as Elissa Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. And if that woman has your address - physical or email – there’s a good chance you’re gonna hear from her. Sharing pearls of personal wisdom between the about-to-be-ex and the trade-in is the premise behind To The New Girl from the Former … Continue reading “To the New Girl…” at New Phoenix Theatre
First Look: ‘Annapurna’ at New Phoenix Theatre
Michael Lodick left a legacy to Buffalo’s theatre community in many ways. Before he passed away last year, he added another regional premiere to the New Phoenix Theatre season. “Annapurna,” the dramedy by Sharr White, opens on Friday, April 26. Lodick selected the show and cast it before his untimely death, and was to direct … Continue reading First Look: ‘Annapurna’ at New Phoenix Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘That Championship Season’ at New Phoenix Theatre
Friday night, I went to the New Phoenix Theatre on the Park to see their production of Jason Miller's Pulitzer Prize winning play, “That Championship Season.” This is a drama that takes place in small town America in the 1970’s or 1980’s. Middle aged men, members of a winning basketball team when they were in … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘That Championship Season’ at New Phoenix Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Way Back When’ at New Pheonix Theatre
New Phoenix Theatre has quite the interesting and intimate performance space. It’s full of color and warmth, inviting each audience member into a whatever setting the current production demands. For this month’s “Way Back When,” a selection of one-act plays, that setting is a heavenly home above the clouds, a vibrant garden and an earthy … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Way Back When’ at New Pheonix Theatre
First Look: “Cinderella” at New Phoenix Theatre
It’s not often that we are treated to new original works in the Buffalo theatre community. Sure, every once in a while a new original show pops up, but we are fans of our classics and contemporary shows by seasoned playwrights. When a new original show emerges, it is always exciting to see the work … Continue reading First Look: “Cinderella” at New Phoenix Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘My Old Lady’ at New Phoenix Theatre
If you’ve followed my reviews for the last few seasons, you will know that I am a huge advocate of a good story. A good story is really the foundation that is needed to make a show memorable and enjoyable. You can have the world’s best actors, but when you have a story that no … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘My Old Lady’ at New Phoenix Theatre
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
Theatre Review: ‘Kalamazoo’ at New Phoenix Theatre
“Love is lovelier the second time around,” according to lyricist Sammy Cahn. I was humming this timeless Jimmy Van Heusen tune in my head and thinking about Cahn’s words while watching The New Phoenix Theatre’s final production, - "Kalamazoo" – to close its 21st season. " ‘Kalamazoo’ will win your heart with its uplifting message … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Kalamazoo’ at New Phoenix Theatre
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