Road Less Traveled Presents THE THIN PLACE Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2023
The Thin Place comes to Road Less Traveled next month! Performances run Thursday, February 23, 2023 - Sunday, March 26, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2023
The Thin Place comes to Road Less Traveled next month! Performances run Thursday, February 23, 2023 - Sunday, March 26, 2023.
MusicalFare Presents LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL In Cabaret Musicals Series
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Musicalfare has announced the inaugural production in its Cabaret Musicals Series: LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL on the Premier Cabaret Stage, January 13 – January 29, 2023, written by Lanie Robertson, directed by Thembi Duncan, and music directed by George Caldwell.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2022
Musicalfare has announced the inaugural production in its Cabaret Musicals Series: LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL on the Premier Cabaret Stage, January 13 – January 29, 2023, written by Lanie Robertson, directed by Thembi Duncan, and music directed by George Caldwell.
Review: COME FROM AWAY at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by Michael Rabice - December 14, 2022
The best uplifting evening of theatrical magic is happening again just in time for the Christmas season. And no, it's not the annual Christmas Pageant at your family church. It is the remarkable true story of goodness that came out of the unthinkable tragedy of 9/11. COME FROM AWAY has returned to the Shea's Buffalo stage and it continues to enthrall audiences.
by Michael Rabice - December 14, 2022
The best uplifting evening of theatrical magic is happening again just in time for the Christmas season. And no, it's not the annual Christmas Pageant at your family church. It is the remarkable true story of goodness that came out of the unthinkable tragedy of 9/11. COME FROM AWAY has returned to the Shea's Buffalo stage and it continues to enthrall audiences.
Review: ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 at SHEA'S 710 THEATRE
by Michael Rabice - December 08, 2022
If ever there were to be a hope of peace, it couldn't be found any closer than the trenches of the battles fought in World War I. And a rare and hard to believe story of a single night of peace is what makes up the beguiling musical play ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 now on stage at Shea's 710 Theatre.
by Michael Rabice - December 08, 2022
If ever there were to be a hope of peace, it couldn't be found any closer than the trenches of the battles fought in World War I. And a rare and hard to believe story of a single night of peace is what makes up the beguiling musical play ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 now on stage at Shea's 710 Theatre.
Review: CHARLES DICKENS' GREAT EXPECTATIONS at Irish Classical Theatre
by Michael Rabice - December 02, 2022
The holiday season often brings about classic Christmas stories being retold and Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL is usually number one on most producer's short list. Instead, Buffalo's Irish Classical Theatre Company is presenting Dickens' GREAT EXPECTATIONS in a newer version by Neil Bartlett. And while the brief Christmas theme is glossed over, the familiar characters still are ripe for this creative theatrical evening.
by Michael Rabice - December 02, 2022
The holiday season often brings about classic Christmas stories being retold and Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL is usually number one on most producer's short list. Instead, Buffalo's Irish Classical Theatre Company is presenting Dickens' GREAT EXPECTATIONS in a newer version by Neil Bartlett. And while the brief Christmas theme is glossed over, the familiar characters still are ripe for this creative theatrical evening.
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Kicks Off the New Year With Four Upcoming Concerts
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) kicks off the new year with four wonderful concerts, starting with Juliana Plays Mendelssohn on Thursday, January 12 at 7:30 PM and Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 8 PM in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre (pre-concert talks begin one hour prior to performance).
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) kicks off the new year with four wonderful concerts, starting with Juliana Plays Mendelssohn on Thursday, January 12 at 7:30 PM and Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 8 PM in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre (pre-concert talks begin one hour prior to performance).
Review: GUARDS AT THE TAJ at Road Less Traveled Theater
by Michael Rabice - November 28, 2022
The bonds of a true friendship rarely can be broken, even in the face of adversities. The story of such a friendship is being beautifully told in Rajiv Joseph's gripping one act play GUARDS AT THE TAJ now playing at Road Less Traveled Theater.
by Michael Rabice - November 28, 2022
The bonds of a true friendship rarely can be broken, even in the face of adversities. The story of such a friendship is being beautifully told in Rajiv Joseph's gripping one act play GUARDS AT THE TAJ now playing at Road Less Traveled Theater.
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by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
God created first Adam, and then, as an afterthought, Eve - in the first lines of the Bible you can find the roots of gender pattern of our society. But maybe there is a different story - what about God's frocks and dresses hidden in the closet?
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2022
God created first Adam, and then, as an afterthought, Eve - in the first lines of the Bible you can find the roots of gender pattern of our society. But maybe there is a different story - what about God's frocks and dresses hidden in the closet?
Alleyway Theatre Presents 40th Annual Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, adapted and directed once again by Alleyway founder Neal Radice, celebrates its 40th milestone this season. Since 1982, the annual holiday family favorite has delighted audiences across all of Western New York. This year, Radice also returns to a role he played for decades, narrator Charles Dickens. The production also stars David C. Mitchell in his tenth year as Scrooge.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2022
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, adapted and directed once again by Alleyway founder Neal Radice, celebrates its 40th milestone this season. Since 1982, the annual holiday family favorite has delighted audiences across all of Western New York. This year, Radice also returns to a role he played for decades, narrator Charles Dickens. The production also stars David C. Mitchell in his tenth year as Scrooge.
Photos: Road Less Traveled Productions Presents GUARDS AT THE TAJ
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) opens its second show of the 2022-2023 season with Guards at the Taj by Rajiv Joseph. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) opens its second show of the 2022-2023 season with Guards at the Taj by Rajiv Joseph. See photos from the production.
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by Michael Rabice - November 09, 2022
The beloved diva took to the Shea's Buffalo stage as the Broadway musical TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL opened to wild audience approval last night. The icon of soul and later rock & roll has her life told through another one of those bio-musical retellings, using the Tina Turner catalog of hits as a score.
by Michael Rabice - November 09, 2022
The beloved diva took to the Shea's Buffalo stage as the Broadway musical TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL opened to wild audience approval last night. The icon of soul and later rock & roll has her life told through another one of those bio-musical retellings, using the Tina Turner catalog of hits as a score.
Road Less Traveled Productions Bridge Program Application Portal Closes November 27!
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2022
RLTP Bridge Program application deadline is fast approaching! The application portal closes Sunday November 27. Once the portal closes, candidates will be notified and an interview will be scheduled prior to acceptance into the Program.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2022
RLTP Bridge Program application deadline is fast approaching! The application portal closes Sunday November 27. Once the portal closes, candidates will be notified and an interview will be scheduled prior to acceptance into the Program.
Review: A Disturbing MISERY at Kavinoky Theatre
by Michael Rabice - October 30, 2022
The Halloween season is upon us and the folks at Kavinoky Theatre have capitalized on the eerie and sometimes gruesome story that is Stephen King's MISERY. Thanks to the blockbuster 1990 movie adaptation featuring the fascinatingly devious Kathy Bates, the story has some name recognition. Bates went on to win the Academy Award for Best Actress , allowing no one to ever be comfortable with the thought of a sledge hammer by a bedside. High marks across the board can be given to all involved in this creepy tale that opened on Friday night.
by Michael Rabice - October 30, 2022
The Halloween season is upon us and the folks at Kavinoky Theatre have capitalized on the eerie and sometimes gruesome story that is Stephen King's MISERY. Thanks to the blockbuster 1990 movie adaptation featuring the fascinatingly devious Kathy Bates, the story has some name recognition. Bates went on to win the Academy Award for Best Actress , allowing no one to ever be comfortable with the thought of a sledge hammer by a bedside. High marks across the board can be given to all involved in this creepy tale that opened on Friday night.
MusicalFare Presents BEEHIVE Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2022
Six women sing the rock-n-roll music of the 1960s in a night of non-stop song and dance! Featuring a fantastic showcase of songs like 'My Boyfriend's Back,' 'It's My Party,' 'Natural Woman,' 'Me & Bobby McGee' and MANY MORE!
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2022
Six women sing the rock-n-roll music of the 1960s in a night of non-stop song and dance! Featuring a fantastic showcase of songs like 'My Boyfriend's Back,' 'It's My Party,' 'Natural Woman,' 'Me & Bobby McGee' and MANY MORE!
Review: Celebrating Sondheim with The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra at Kleinhans Musical Hall
by Michael Rabice - October 24, 2022
What did our critic think of Celebrating Sondheim with The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra at Kleinhans Musical Hall?
by Michael Rabice - October 24, 2022
What did our critic think of Celebrating Sondheim with The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra at Kleinhans Musical Hall?
Michael Murphy No Longer President of Shea's Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2022
Michael Murphy is out as the president of Shea's Performing Arts Center. This comes after allegations earlier this year that Murphy created a 'toxic' work environment, and treated employees harshly. Fifteen staff members have left this year, allegedly due to this.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2022
Michael Murphy is out as the president of Shea's Performing Arts Center. This comes after allegations earlier this year that Murphy created a 'toxic' work environment, and treated employees harshly. Fifteen staff members have left this year, allegedly due to this.
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Announces Holiday Performances
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2022
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) kicks off the holiday season with Rochester's longest-running holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, in conjunction with Rochester City Ballet (RCB) for six performances: Wednesday, November 23 at 7 PM; Friday, November 25 at 2 & 7 PM; Saturday, November 26 at 2 & 7 PM; and Sunday, November 27 at 2 PM in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2022
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) kicks off the holiday season with Rochester's longest-running holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, in conjunction with Rochester City Ballet (RCB) for six performances: Wednesday, November 23 at 7 PM; Friday, November 25 at 2 & 7 PM; Saturday, November 26 at 2 & 7 PM; and Sunday, November 27 at 2 PM in Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre.
Road Less Traveled Productions Presents GUARDS AT THE TAJ and Welcomes American Theater Master Playwright Rajiv Joseph
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) opens its second show of the 2022-2023 season with Guards at the Taj by Rajiv Joseph. Winner of the 2016 Obie Award for Best New Play and 2016 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play, Guards at the Taj will open Thursday November 10 starring Darryl Semira* and Afrim Gjonbalaj* under the direction of RLTP Ensemble Member Katie Mallinson.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) opens its second show of the 2022-2023 season with Guards at the Taj by Rajiv Joseph. Winner of the 2016 Obie Award for Best New Play and 2016 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play, Guards at the Taj will open Thursday November 10 starring Darryl Semira* and Afrim Gjonbalaj* under the direction of RLTP Ensemble Member Katie Mallinson.
Review: THE SECRET GARDEN: SPRING VERSION CAPTIVATES at Shea's Smith Theatre
by Michael Rabice - October 15, 2022
When a big musical takes to a small space there may be cause for concern. But fear not, The Second Generation Theatre Company ‘s production of THE SECRET GARDEN fits perfectly in the cozy Shea’s Smith Theatre and transforms the space into a magical garden.
by Michael Rabice - October 15, 2022
When a big musical takes to a small space there may be cause for concern. But fear not, The Second Generation Theatre Company ‘s production of THE SECRET GARDEN fits perfectly in the cozy Shea’s Smith Theatre and transforms the space into a magical garden.
RPO to Close HARRIET TUBMAN BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION With Free Concert This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2022
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) will close out Monroe County and the City of Rochester's Harriet Tubman Bicentennial Celebration (HTBC) with a special Closing HTBC Ceremony on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 2 – 3 PM at Church of Love Faith Center (700 Exchange St., 14608). The event is free and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2022
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) will close out Monroe County and the City of Rochester's Harriet Tubman Bicentennial Celebration (HTBC) with a special Closing HTBC Ceremony on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 2 – 3 PM at Church of Love Faith Center (700 Exchange St., 14608). The event is free and open to the public.
Fretted Buffalo to Present France's Guitar Master Pierre Bensusan Concert & Workshop This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2022
Pierre Bensusan's 2020 North American tour was in full swing when the pandemic shut it down causing him to return home to France. He's making up for lost time with an extensive North American tour that will bring him back to Buffalo in concert at Trinity Episcopal Church on October 12th at 7pm. The preceding day he will be teaching a workshop for intermediate to advanced guitarists at The Fretted Buffalo.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2022
Pierre Bensusan's 2020 North American tour was in full swing when the pandemic shut it down causing him to return home to France. He's making up for lost time with an extensive North American tour that will bring him back to Buffalo in concert at Trinity Episcopal Church on October 12th at 7pm. The preceding day he will be teaching a workshop for intermediate to advanced guitarists at The Fretted Buffalo.
The Company Theatre Presents RICHARD II
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2022
The banishment of beloved nobleman Henry Bolingbroke sets into motion a series of events that threaten to remove King Richard II of England from his throne in this retelling of Shakespeare's classic tale of power and corruption by Rochester's The Company Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2022
The banishment of beloved nobleman Henry Bolingbroke sets into motion a series of events that threaten to remove King Richard II of England from his throne in this retelling of Shakespeare's classic tale of power and corruption by Rochester's The Company Theatre.
DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! THE TOUR Is Coming To Shea's Buffalo Theatre This January
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2022
Audiences at Dancing with the Stars: Live! will have the opportunity to experience the excitement, glitz, and glamour they see in the ballroom live, up-close, and personal right at Shea's Buffalo Theatre on January 24, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2022
Audiences at Dancing with the Stars: Live! will have the opportunity to experience the excitement, glitz, and glamour they see in the ballroom live, up-close, and personal right at Shea's Buffalo Theatre on January 24, 2023.
Review: THE PROM at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by Michael Rabice - September 28, 2022
THE PROM concludes it's National tour in Buffalo this week as the big show with lots of heart took to the Shea's Buffalo stage. The first production of the 2022-23 M & T Bank Broadway Season is not an instantly recognizable name to theatre goers, despite having had a one year run on the Great White Way and a Hollywood A-List Netflix movie starring Meryl Streep.
by Michael Rabice - September 28, 2022
THE PROM concludes it's National tour in Buffalo this week as the big show with lots of heart took to the Shea's Buffalo stage. The first production of the 2022-23 M & T Bank Broadway Season is not an instantly recognizable name to theatre goers, despite having had a one year run on the Great White Way and a Hollywood A-List Netflix movie starring Meryl Streep.
Second Generation Theatre Presents THE SECRET GARDEN:Spring Version
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2022
Second Generation Theatre presents a 90-minute retelling of THE SECRET GARDEN at the Shea's Smith Theatre this October.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2022
Second Generation Theatre presents a 90-minute retelling of THE SECRET GARDEN at the Shea's Smith Theatre this October.
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