Theatre Review: ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

Chocolate, Oompa Loompas, golden tickets, factories, dreams, and big imagination are all present in the brand new touring production of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” which officially opened at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre on September 25. Excitement filled the air in the theatre as the lights dimmed, the orchestra roared, and the tale of Willy Wonka’s … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

First Look: “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

Buffalo is very lucky to be one of the largest markets in the United States for touring Broadway shows. Producers see this, and they see that the audiences are always warm and welcoming of new work. Buffalo has also had the opportunity to be the launching point for a few huge Broadway hits when they … Continue reading First Look: “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

Theatre Review: Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

Wow. Disney does it yet again. Spectacle, glitz, glamor, fantastic effects, brilliant costumes. To say that I was blown away would be an understatement. Disney’s “Aladdin”, now playing at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre is pure magic. It’s an experience. It’s a show that has no dull parts. It’s a show that will rival the longevity of … Continue reading Theatre Review: Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

Theatre Review: ‘Love Never Dies’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

This has been the season of Andrew Lloyd Webber in Buffalo. Three of his shows have visited Shea’s this season alone (“School of Rock”, “The Phantom of the Opera”, and now “Love Never Dies”). Two other of his shows were performed by local theatre companies this season too (Jesus Christ Superstar and Joesph and the … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Love Never Dies’ at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre