The farce is one of the oldest forms of theatre. Mistaken identities, inconceivable situations, lots of door slamming, and deep belly laughs. Farces are shows that keep the audience on the edge of their seats in hysterics, and keep the actors out of breath. Over the top characters, lots of mugging, and breaking the fourth … Continue reading First Look: ‘Moon Over Buffalo’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
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Theatre Review: ‘Witness For The Prosecution’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Niagara Regional Theatre Guild, one of the oldest community theatre companies in New York State, is currently presenting the British courtroom drama, “Witness for the Prosecution” based on a story by Agatha Christie. The most famous version of “Witness for the Prosecution” was Billy Wilder’s 1957 film adaptation starring Marlene Dietrich, Tyrone Power, and Charles … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Witness For The Prosecution’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Theatre Review: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Interactive theatre can go one of two ways. It can be exciting for the audience, or it can be terrible for the audience. Luckily, if it is done well, the audience will be able to connect with the material and will have a great experience, and that is exactly what happens with the current production … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
First Look: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
We hear every now and then of how a famous author died before they finished a work. Publishers scramble to get the rights and to see if there is a way that it can be finished so that they can capitalize on the projected profits. This is similar to what happened with Charles Dickens, who … Continue reading First Look: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Theatre Review: ‘Hello, Dolly!’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
When it comes to the traditional, bubbly musical comedy, the name Jerry Herman is one that usually comes to mind. Herman’s quirky music scores, and catchy tunes are ones keep his work in the vault of musical theatre for millions of theatergoers a year to enjoy. “Hello, Dolly!” is one of those crowd favorites. A … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Hello, Dolly!’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Theatre Review: ‘Children of Eden’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
“Children of Eden” is one of those rare shows that, despite being a massive commercial flop at the time of its inception, is still performed frequently today (curiously “Jesus Christ Superstar,” another show with heavy religious themes, also fits this description). Its Biblical content, family-friendliness, and need for a large cast of both children and … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Children of Eden’ at Niagara Regional Theatre Guild
Theatre Review: ‘Present Laughter’ by Niagara Regional Theatre Guild at The Ellicott Creek Playhouse
If you follow along a certain creek meandering through Tonawanda, you’ll eventually happen upon the Ellicott Creek Playhouse. It stands to reason, then, you would be following along Ellicott Creek. The whole thing gives you a new appreciation for the folks who name things like creeks and playhouses. The straight-up wisdom and simplicity of it. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Present Laughter’ by Niagara Regional Theatre Guild at The Ellicott Creek Playhouse
Theatre Review: ‘All My Sons’ by Niagara Regional Theatre Guild at The Ellicott Creek Playhouse
Arthur Miller’s depiction of the American dream is one that not only aggravates me, but it is one that makes me wonder, what the heck Broadway audiences were excited to see live in 1947 when “All My Sons” opened. The story starts off so sweet and fun, and boy, does it get dark and dense … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘All My Sons’ by Niagara Regional Theatre Guild at The Ellicott Creek Playhouse
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