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END OF THE RAINBOW Begins This Week at The Kavinoky Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
The Kavinoky Theatre, a professional theatre on the campus of D'Youville College, will continue its 36th season with the production of End of the Rainbow - written by Peter Quilter and directed by Lisa Ludwig. This limited engagement, which opens on January 8 and runs through January 31, 2016, stars Natasha Drena as Judy Garland along with Chris Hatch, Greg Gjurich, and David Lundy.
RTLP to Open New Year with FREUD'S LAST SESSION
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) welcomes in the New Year with the Western New York premiere of Freud's Last Session by Mark St. Germain. Freud's Last Session will open Friday January 22nd and run through Sunday February 14th at the Road Less Traveled Theater.
MusicalFare to Stage Regional Premiere of RING OF FIRE
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2016
MusicalFare Theatre, Western New York's most awarded and only professional musical theatre company, presents the 3rd production of its 2015-2016 Season, RING OF FIRE: THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH. 
World Premiere of PUSH Physical Theatre's JEKYLL & HYDE Opens in January
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2015
The five members of Rochester's award-winning PUSH Physical Theatre are hard at work in their South Wedge studio preparing for the world premiere of PUSH Physical Theatre's Jekyll & Hyde, opening at Blackfriars Theatre (795 E. Main St.) on Friday, January 29, 2016 at 8 p.m. through Sunday, February 14 at 2 p.m.
2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards - Last Week to Vote!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 24, 2015
Happy Holidays! It's the last week to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!
2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards Update - Christopher Standart Leads Best Director in a Musical!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 18, 2015
Time is running out to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!
PIPPIN National Tour Coming to Shea's Buffalo Theatre in January
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2015
Experience the thrilling 2013 Tony Award-winning musical PIPPIN - at Shea's Buffalo Theatre January 26 -January 31, 2016.  Described as "An eye-popping, jaw-dropping, VISUALLY STUNNING extravaganza. THE THRILL OF THE SEASON!" by NY1.
710 Main Theatre Stages JOSEPH'S GOSPEL, Now thru 12/20
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2015
710 Main Theatre presents the international sensation Joseph's Gospel making its U.S. premire in Buffalo. Joseph's Gospel - a touching comedy about parenthood as told from the unique perspective of Joseph of Bethlehem. A warm-hearted and intelligent spin on a familiar story, Joseph's Gospel is a divine comedy for parents everywhere. Starring Alan Safier, playing tonight, December 17-20 at the 710 Main Theatre in Buffalo.
Shea's Performing Arts Center President Anthony Conte to Retire
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Anthony C. Conte announced today that he will retire as President of Shea's Performing Arts Center, effective at the end of the 2015-16 Season.  Mr. Conte will, however, remain employed by Shea's after his retirement as a part-time consultant working on special projects.
Trailer Park Boys Bring 'Dear Santa' Tour to Shea's Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Ricky, Julian and Bubbles are back on tour, but this time they're not alone - Mr. Lahey and Randy will be there in all their drunken glory!
Two Holiday Shows Slated for MusicalFare's Premier Center Cabaret This Month
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
MusicalFare Theatre is proud to announce TWO upcoming events in their Premier Center Cabaret.
2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards Update - CARRIE THE MUSICAL Leads!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 11, 2015
Voting is fully underway for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 11. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.
BWW Review: ANNIE at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by Michael Rabice - December 09, 2015
The iconic 1977 Charles Strouse musical ANNIE opened last night at Shea's Buffalo to a large, appreciative audience. After the most recent Broadway revival that failed mostly due to a poor heavy handed directorial concept, Annie's original lyricist, Martin Charnin, chose to direct his version of this new National tour.
2016 First Niagara Rochester Fringe Festival Dates Announced
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2015
The Rochester Fringe Festival Board of Directors announces today that the 10-day 2016 First Niagara Rochester Fringe Festival will open Thursday, September 15 and continue through Saturday, September 24.
710 Main Theatre to Stage JOSEPH'S GOSPEL, 12/17-20
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2015
710 Main Theatre presents the international sensation Joseph's Gospel making its U.S. premire in Buffalo. Joseph's Gospel - a touching comedy about parenthood as told from the unique perspective of Joseph of Bethlehem. A warm-hearted and intelligent spin on a familiar story, Joseph's Gospel is a divine comedy for parents everywhere. Starring Alan Safier, playing December 17-20 at the 710 Main Theatre in Buffalo.
BWW Reviews: THE SANTALAND DIARIES at Road Less Traveled Theatre
by Michael Rabice - December 06, 2015
A disgruntled elf at Christmas time? Well,  I'm sure everyone remembers Hermey, the wanna be dentist elf featured in Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, who was unsatisfied with his elfin duties. But another elf story has become a holiday tradition on NPR and in regional theatres across the US. Humorist David Sedaris' THE SANTALAND DIARIES is playing  at Roadless Traveled Theatre and making quite an impression on holiday theatre goers.
Moscow Ballet Presents GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER at Brooklyn's Kings Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2015
Moscow Ballet is honored to bring the Great Russian Nutcracker to the premiere season of Brooklyn's newly restored community treasure, Kings Theatre, today December 5, 7:00pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 30. The ultimate holiday tradition for the youngest to the seniors in every family, seeing Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker creates holiday memories that last a lifetime. Moscow Ballet's company of almost 40 dancers is the only internationally touring ballet group to perform to critical acclaim in over 75 North American cities annually. The renowned, award-winning principal dancers and corps de ballet thrill audiences with their expertise, dramatic expression and stunning leaps, drops and turns. The production is known for its dedication to world peace placing Act II in the 'Land of Peace and Harmony,' featuring a cannon that shoots roses and a stunning 2-dancer 'Dove of Peace' with a 20' wingspan. All ages feel the spirit of the season at Great Russian Nutcracker performances through the beauty of romantic hand-sewn costumes, 9 shimmering backdrops with authentic splashes of Russian history and fanciful effects such as; life-sized Matrushka (Nesting) Dolls; a 3-headed Rat King and a Troika Sleigh ride through the magical Snow Forest (with falling snow) escorted by Father Christmas and Snow Maiden. Tickets start at $30.00. Groups of ten or more and Girl Scout troops receive discounts by calling 800-320-1733. Seniors 65+, Military and AAA discounts will be available later in the spring at the King's Theatre Box Office with appropriate identification. Ticketmaster 800-745-3000 or www.nutcracker.com/buy-tickets.
2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards Update - Anthony Alcocer, Marina Laurendi Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 04, 2015
Voting has opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 27th. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Announces 2016 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Davis McCallum, Artistic Director, and Kate Liberman, Managing Director, of the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival have announced next summer's 30th Anniversary Season.
Photo Flash: Kevin Kennedy Stars in RLTP's THE SANTALAND DIARIES, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) presents its second annual holiday offer as part of its 2015-2016 season, David Sedaris & Joe Mantello's The Santaland Diaries. RLTP's production of this hilariously irreverent one-man show features Kevin Kennedy in the role of David Sedaris under the direction of Doug Weyand. BroadwayWorld has a first look at Kennedy onstage below!
Photo Flash: A Look Inside Rachel Lampert's THE SOUP COMES LAST at Kitchen Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
From Ithaca to Beijing to New York City and now back to Ithaca! Rachel Lampert's THE SOUP COMES LAST opens for previews on Sunday, November 29 and runs for thirteen performances through December 13th. SOUP is a delightful and hilarious memoir of Lampert's 1997 trip to China to stage the first-ever production of WEST SIDE STORY in the Peoples' Republic. This international backstage story filled with miscommunications and cultural missteps has been a long-time favorite with Ithaca-area audiences.
Photo Flash: First Look at Kevin Kennedy in RLTP's THE SANTALAND DIARIES
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2015
Road Less Traveled Productions (RLTP) presents its second annual holiday offer as part of its 2015-2016 season, David Sedaris & Joe Mantello's The Santaland Diaries. RLTP's production of this hilariously irreverent one-man show features Kevin Kennedy in the role of David Sedaris under the direction of Doug Weyand. BroadwayWorld has a first look at Kennedy onstage below!
Two Holiday Shows Slated for MusicalFare's Premier Center Cabaret This December
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2015
MusicalFare Theatre is proud to announce TWO upcoming events in their Premier Center Cabaret.
2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards Update 11/27 - Eric Rawski, Marina Laurendi Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 27, 2015
Voting has opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 27th. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.
StreetPoetz.com's Carmel 'Cece' Carson
by Mark C. Lloyd - November 23, 2015
BWW Interviews: StreetPoetz.com's Carmel 'Cece' Carson

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