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Two Weeks Left To Nominate For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk on October 14, 2019 in Buffalo There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31. (more...) 
LES MISERABLES On Sale Oct. 17th in Buffalo
by BWW News Desk on October 14, 2019 in Buffalo Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISERABLES, will go on sale Thursday, October 17 for its much-anticipated Buffalo engagement at Shea's Buffalo Theatre. (more...) 
BWW Review: Realistic Drama Told in SUPERIOR DONUTS at SHEA'S 710 THEATRE
by Michael Rabice on October 14, 2019 in Buffalo A gritty reality that is so true to form that you have to remind yourself you are watching a play, versus eavesdropping on someone's life... That is what is playing out in Tracy Letts' SUPERIOR DONUTS, now at Shea's 710 Theatre in a winning production by Road Less Traveled Productions. (more...) 
BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest, Santino Fontana!
by Ben Rimalower on October 14, 2019 in Buffalo In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to Tony, Grammy, and Academy Award-winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz about Judy Collins' 1967 album 'Wildflowers.' They also discuss Joni Mitchell, Laura Nyro, The Supremes, 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf,' Motown, 'Bye Bye Birdie,' and Leonard Cohen. Stephen talks about the conception and creation of a number of his works, including 'Wicked,' 'Godspell,' 'Pippin,' 'The Baker's Wife,' 'Working,' 'Rags,' and 'The Prince of Egypt.' He tells stories about working with artists such as Howard Ashman, Charles Strouse, Steven Spielberg, and Whitney Houston, and talks about collaborating with Alan Menken, with whom he wrote the songs for the hit Disney films 'Pocahontas,' 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame,' and 'Enchanted.' (more...) 
Kavinoky Theatre to Host Aaron Sorkin's TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
by BWW News Desk on October 11, 2019 in Buffalo The Kavinoky Theatre, a professional theatre on the campus of D'Youville , continues its 40th Anniversary season with Harper Lee's To Kill A Mockingbird adapted by Aaron Sorkin. (more...) 
WallByrd Theatre Company Presents a New Adaptation of MEDEA
by BWW News Desk on October 10, 2019 in Buffalo WallByrd Theatre Company is inviting audiences to workshop readings and post-show talkbacks with all the creators involved in developing this adaptation of Euripides' a?oeMedeaa?? at the Avyarium Theatre in Village Gate, October 17th through the 20th. (more...) 
Navigation Theatre Company Presents THE KINDNESS OF STRANGERS
by BWW News Desk on October 10, 2019 in Buffalo The newly formed Navigation Theatre Company is kicking off the 2019-20 season dedicated to producing local playwrights with a presentation of Buffalo-based writer Mark Humphrey's 'The Kindness of Strangers'. In association with the Compass Performing Arts Center, this world debut opens on October 24th and runs to November 16th. Showtimes are 8 pm Thursdays and Fridays, 5 pm on Saturdays. There will be a special 'Industry Night' on November 16th at 8 pm. Ticket prices are $20 GA/$15 Student, Military and Industry. For online ticket information visit https://kindnessofstrangers.bpt.me/ or call the box office at 716-697-0837. (more...) 
RLTP Presents INTERROGATION ROOM
by BWW News Desk on October 10, 2019 in Buffalo Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) continues its 2019/20 season with its second production, Interrogation Room by RLTP Ensemble member Jon Elston. Interrogation Room made its world-premiere in 2003 starring past cast members John Buscaglia and Dee Perry, in which this season's production will be dedicated to their memory. (more...) 
SGT Presents THE TOXIC AVENGER: THE MUSICAL!
by BWW News Desk on October 07, 2019 in Buffalo Second Generation Theatre (SGT) begins their second season in residence at the Shea's Smith Theatre with the regional premiere of a?oeTHE TOXIC AVENGERa?? October 25-November 10. (more...) 
BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest, Stephen Schwartz!
by Ben Rimalower on October 07, 2019 in Buffalo In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to Tony, Grammy, and Academy Award-winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz about Judy Collins' 1967 album 'Wildflowers.' They also discuss Joni Mitchell, Laura Nyro, The Supremes, 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf,' Motown, 'Bye Bye Birdie,' and Leonard Cohen. Stephen talks about the conception and creation of a number of his works, including 'Wicked,' 'Godspell,' 'Pippin,' 'The Baker's Wife,' 'Working,' 'Rags,' and 'The Prince of Egypt.' He tells stories about working with artists such as Howard Ashman, Charles Strouse, Steven Spielberg, and Whitney Houston, and talks about collaborating with Alan Menken, with whom he wrote the songs for the hit Disney films 'Pocahontas,' 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame,' and 'Enchanted.' (more...) 
COME FROM AWAY Opens Oct. 15th in Buffalo
by BWW News Desk on October 02, 2019 in Buffalo Buffalo announces the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will make its Buffalo debut at Shea's Buffalo Theatre for a limited engagement OCTOBER 15-20. COME FROM AWAY tickets are on sale now! (more...) 
THE NUTCRACKER Returns to Shea's Buffalo
by BWW News Desk on October 01, 2019 in Buffalo Neglia Ballet's The Nutcracker returns to Shea's Performing Arts Center Thanksgiving weekend for its 11th Annual presentation of the beloved production. Last year's performances SOLD OUT two weeks before the shows. (more...) 
BWW Review: 'TIS PITY SHE'S A WHORE Engrosses and Shocks at IRISH CLASSICAL THEATRE
by Michael Rabice on September 30, 2019 in Buffalo Buffalo's Irish Classical Theatre Company has chosen to open their 2019-20 season with a rarity, 'TIS PITY SHE'S A WHORE by John Ford. First seen in 1633, the question arises as to whether this Jacobean drama still deserves to be produced. Happily, this often shocking play has enough intrigue to keep the audience engaged. By it's final moments, the elements of incest, murder, poisoning, and deception lead to a drama of epic proportions that grips the viewer. (more...) 
BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest, Cole Escola!
by Ben Rimalower on September 30, 2019 in Buffalo In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to actor and comedian Cole Escola about Judy Garland's beloved 1961 Grammy-winning live album Judy at Carnegie Hall. They also discuss Bernadette Peters, Liza Minnelli, Barbara Cook, and Marin Mazzie. Cole talks about how he discovered each of these legendary performers and how live albums and concert patter have helped inform his own career. Cole currently writes for and stars in Amy Sedaris's Emmy-nominated show At Home with Amy Sedaris on truTV. (more...)
Nominations Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk on October 01, 2019 in Buffalo Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31. (more...) 
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off on MEAN GIRLS on Tour
by BWW News Desk on September 26, 2019 in Buffalo Mean Girls is ready to do this thing on tour! The Mean Girls tour just opened in Buffalo, New York and reviews are coming in! See what critics had to say about the tour. (more...) 
BWW Review: MEAN GIRLS Cast Shines Despite Weak Score at SHEA'S BUFFALO Theatre
by Michael Rabice on September 26, 2019 in Buffalo The brilliant comedian Tina Fey has brought her clique of nasty teenage girls to town to open the First National Tour of her Broadway hit musical, MEAN GIRLS. After the success of the film version, Fey and her husband, composer Jeff Richmond, have added music to the story of teenage angst and meanness. The genre has been well populated over the years, with growing up and adolescent relationships proving to be great fodder for shows like GREASE, BYE, BYE, BIRDIE, HAIRSPRAY, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL and most recently, THE PROM. (more...) 
JCC Art Gallery Dedication And Opening Reception Of South Towns Camera Club Exhibit Set for Nov. 6
by BWW News Desk on September 25, 2019 in Buffalo The dedication of the Levy and Daniel Families Art Gallery, located in the Jewish Community Center's Holland Family Building on 787 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo, NY, will take place Wednesday, November 6, 5:30 a?" 7:30 p.m. (more...)
SGT Announces Dates For Free Play Reading Series
by BWW News Desk on September 24, 2019 in Buffalo Second Generation Theatre Company, founded in 2013 by three Buffalo women, promises its patrons affordable, accessible theatre. Now in its second year, SGT's Free Reading Series dates, plays and directors are announced. These Monday evening events begin at 7 pm and are all followed by a brief question and answer session between the audience, directors, and actors. Mark your calendars! (more...)
AT WIT'S END Scheduled To Replace The Cancelled National Tour Of XANADU
by BWW News Desk on September 23, 2019 in Buffalo President of Shea's Performing Arts Center, Michael G. Murphy is pleased to announce the Western New York premiere of Erma Bombeck a?oeAt Wit's Enda?? at Shea's 710 Theatre will replace the cancelled national tour of Xanadu. RWS Entertainment Group announced the cancellation of a?oeXanadua?? earlier this week. Shea's 710 will be presenting Rochester's Geva Theatre's production of At Wit's End starring syndicated columnist Pam Sherman as Erma following its sold-out run at The Denver Center for the Performing Arts this September. (more...) 
EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE Opens At Compass Performing Arts Center, September 26
by BWW News Desk on September 23, 2019 in Buffalo Paige Allison Healing Arts and the Compass Performing Arts Center are proud to be presenting 'Emotional Baggage' by Lindsay Price at the Compass Performing Arts Center, 545 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo NY 14221. Recently seen at the Buffalo Infringement Festival, 'Emotional Baggage' is a 30 minute one-act play without words. (more...) 
BWW Interview: ACTOR DARRYL HART
by Mark C. Lloyd on September 23, 2019 in Buffalo BWW Interview: ACTOR DARRYL HART (more...) 
VIDEO: MEAN GIRLS' Jonalyn Saxer Takes Over Instagram!
by BWW News Desk on September 23, 2019 in Buffalo We headed to North Shore High yesterday for a fetch inside look at the Mean Girls tour with Jonalyn Saxer as she took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy. Check it all out! (more...) 
Podcast - Ben Rimalower's Broken Records, The Albums You Wouldn't Shut Up About
by Ben Rimalower on September 23, 2019 in Buffalo BroadwayWorld is excited to announce the official launch of the site's first self-produced podcast - Ben Rimalower's Broken Records, The Albums You Wouldn't Shut Up About. On each weekly episode Rimalower and co-host Daniel Nolen chat with guests about one album that they were obsessed with, how they discovered it, what it led them to, where they were in life when it impacted them and how it's stayed with them since. (more...) 
Compass Performing Arts Center Announces Fall Lineup
by BWW News Desk on September 07, 2019 in Buffalo The Compass Performing Arts Center's begins a new era of diverse programming and the building of a forum for local creative-class individuals, musicians and performance groups to present their artistry. Additionally, the Compass Performing Arts Center is opening the Compass Art Gallery for local and region artists to display their works. Located in a historically creative performance space known as the Theatreloft, Compass Performing Arts Center address is 545 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo NY 14222. (more...) |
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