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Past Shows

Tosca
Tosca
6/27 - 6/29/2014


Join Nickel City Opera for their 6th glorious season at the Riviera Theatre with one of the most beloved operas of all time, Tosca. See ...

The Von Trapp Children


The Sound of Music captured the hearts of millions when the film debuted in 1965. Now, forty eight years later, the von Trapp's family legacy ...

One Night of QUEEN


One Night Of Queen performed by Gary Mullen and The Works, is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably ...

How To Do Everything


A BRAND NEW SHOW - FROM THE SAME OLD GUY! After a successful run of 139 shows throughout Canada and the USA on his "Wit ...

Rhythm of the Dance


This incredible live show celebrates both the rich history of Ireland as well as the art of Irish dance, from the disciplined tradition of the ...

CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES - A Mighty Fortress is Our Basement


The fourth installment of the Church Basement Ladies series of musical comedies, A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR BASEMENT involves these "bulwarks never failing" in the ...

Gaelic Storm


Gaelic Storm is back with the #1 Billboard World Album The Boathouse, a seafaring album of traditional songs of the ocean, recorded in one whiskey ...

The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra


Born in Red Bank, NJ, in 1904, William "Count" Basie was not always the fabled "Count". He began as Bill Basie, an itinerant pianist who ...

Soweto Gospel Choir


From South Africa, this magnificent strong, choir, styled with a contemporary feel, leaves all who hear it stunned with emotion. It is small wonder that ...

Charlotte's Web
Charlotte's Web
2/19 - 2/20/2014


Adapted from the classic and beloved novel by E. B. White, the play tells the memorable story of Wilbur, a little pig who becomes famous ...

Arrival from Sweden - The Music of ABBA


"Arrival From Sweden" was founded by Vicky Zetterberg in 1995 Gothenburg, Sweden. "Arrival" soon became one of the world's most popular and most selling ABBA ...

Linda Eder
Linda Eder
12/20


Showcasing one of the greatest contemporary voices of our time, Linda Eder's diverse repertoire spans Broadway, standards, pop, country and jazz. As the tragic character ...

A Christmas Story


Come see Ian Petrella (Randy Parker), Yano Anya (Grover Dill), Tedde Moore (Miss Shields), Zack Ward (Skut Faras), Patty Johnson-Lafontaine (Higbee's Elf) & Scott Schwartz ...

Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour


Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2013 is an uplifting, high-energy show the whole family will love. Get into the holiday spirit as some of ...

THE SCINTAS
THE SCINTAS
12/11


From the moment they step onstage, the audience embraces The Scintas with laughter, applause and, in the end, genuine awe at their talent. This response ...

Satisfaction: the 50th Anniversary Tribute Tour


Satisfaction is the international touring tribute show dedicated to the "World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band". This glamorous show has been in production and touring ...

Holiday WurliTzer Pops Organ Concert with Mark Herman


Mark Herman was born in August of 1987 and currently resides in Indianapolis, Indiana. He has been studying the piano since he was seven years ...

Max & Ruby in the Nutcracker Suite


It's Christmas Eve, and Ruby is busy trimming the tree, while Max is chasing the delicious scent of Grandma's freshly baked gingerbread cookies! A knock ...

Amahl and the Night Visitors


A seasonal favorite returns!! Join Nickel City Opera and the Riviera Theatre for the magical Christmas opera, Amahl and the Night Visitors by Gian Carlo ...

DR. DIRTY John Valby with Eye Candy Burlesque


After spending an evening with John Valby, Audiences find themselves wanting more and more of him. What makes Valby so unique and entertaining is his ...

Selling England by the Pound


The amazing Peter Gabriel era Genesis recreation returns with a rare performance of the classic album 'Selling England By The Pound.' All of the theatrics, ...

Foxtrot
Foxtrot
11/15


The amazing Peter Gabriel era Genesis recreation returns with a rare performance of the classic album 'Foxtrot' All of the theatrics, all of the songs, ...

Loretta Lynn - Last Buffalo Concert!!!


2010 marked the 50th anniversary of Loretta's arrival on the music scene with her 1960 debut single, "I'm a Honky Tonk Girl." Almost on the ...

Sinéad O'Connor - American Kindness Tour


Multi-Grammy award winning artist, Sinead O'Connor will be making her return to the North American stages in November and December this year. After triumphant, sold-out ...

American Legion Band of the Tonawandas Veterans Day Concert


The full concert ensemble of the American Legion Band of the Tonawandas performs another Pops Concert, this time on Veteran's Day. Enjoy a variety of ...

The BBC Band - Greatest Hits of The Beatles and 60's


Be here for the TIME OF THE SEASON CONCERT V! All ages will enjoy the classic music of the 60's with The BBC. The premiere ...

The Four Freshmen


The Four Freshmen perform with that same unmistakable sound of the original group - a vocal harmony like no other. They have strongly influenced many ...

Dr. Steven Ball at the Mighty WurliTzer


Steven Ball occupies a rather unique place in the world of the Theater Organ. In addition to being a Fulbright Scholar, he is part of ...

H.M.S. PINAFORE - Gilbert & Sullian


The story takes place aboard the British ship H.M.S. Pinafore. The captain's daughter, Josephine, is in love with a lower-class sailor, Ralph Rackstraw, although her ...


Take a musical journey back in time with Doo Wop Divas, The Crystals. They will perform all of their legendary hits such as, "And Then ...

Don Pasquale
6/28 - 6/30/2013


Nickel City Opera presents a beloved comic opera by Donizetti, 'Don Pasquale' for the NCO's 5th Anniversary season at the Riviera Theatre. The old rich ...


Manhattan Transfer's greatest hits, provides not only an opportunity to look back at one of the greatest bodies of work in American popular music, but ...


Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the kitchen.The Calamari Sisters are local celebrities in Brooklyn, NY as the singing, dancing,and ...


George Glenn Jones is an American country music singing legend known for his long list of hit records, and his distinctive voice and phrasing. He ...


"Marrakesh Express is a CSNY tribute, but do not imitate as much as capture the spirit of. They are an organic, real band, with their ...


Philip Bauer's tribute "The Legend of Johnny Cash" has been recreating the music and live performance of Johnny Cash since 1985 and has developed a ...


Emmy Award- winning Comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the most beloved television personalities of her generation. This very funny show is a mixture of ...


From the moment they step onstage, the audience embraces The Scintas with laughter, applause and, in the end, genuine awe at their talent. This response ...

Yesterday
5/10


Hailing from Las Vegas, Yesterday is considered the #1 Beatles act in the world. Yesterday has been touring internationally and satisfying hundreds of thousands of ...


Join the Buffalo Choral Arts Society, a 120-voice WNY community chorus, with the Buffalo Choral Arts Jazz Combo, as it presents an afternoon of music ...


Successful beyond their wildest dreams, the iconic comedy duo Cheech and Chong defined an era of hilariously irreverent, satirical, counter-culture, no-holds-barred comedy routines.Cheech Marin and ...


Rick Alvitis "That's The Way It Was" tribute to Elvis is a dynamic, action-packed Las Vegas style show like no other! Along with the talented ...


Since she first stepped on stage at the Comedy Store in the '70s, Sandra Bernhard has been challenging fans and critics with her outrageous humor, ...


Take a musical journey back in time with Vocal Group Hall of Famers, The Crests. They will perform all of their legendary hits such as, ...


One Night Of Queen performed by Gary Mullen and The Works, is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably ...


The Berenstain Bears LIVE! in Family Matters, the Musical is an adaptation of three of The Berenstain Bears' most beloved books: The Berenstain Bears Learn ...

Christmas With the Calamari Sisters


Have a cool yule Italian-style as Delphine and Carmela team up once again to throw the biggest Christmas blowout in Food Network history! Everyone who's ...

Christmas Spectacular


A Holiday Variety show. For more information, please visit the website....

The Musical Box: The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway


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Master of Illusion - Live!


Over half a dozen renown performers – from daring escapologists, eye-popping illusionists and amazing quick-change artists to exotic wild animals and beautiful dancers – all ...

Crazy 'Bout Patsy


"Crazy 'Bout Patsy" Sherrill Douglas Tribute to Patsy Cline. For more information, visit the website....

The Capital Steps


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From Burlesque to Broadway
From Burlesque to Broadway
10/14 - 10/15/2011


With one show-stopping number after another, Burlesque to Broadway splashes onto the stage, starring Quinn Lemley, star of the critically acclaimed THE HEAT IS ON! ...

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Clemens Center for the Performing Arts (5/7 - 5/8)
The Lion King in Buffalo The Lion King
Shea's Performing Arts Center (12/18 - 1/5)
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Shea's Performing Arts Center (5/16 - 5/19)
TITANIC in Buffalo TITANIC
Shea's 710 Theatre (5/31 - 6/1)
Shrek the Musical (Non-Equity) in Buffalo Shrek the Musical (Non-Equity)
Warner Theatre (5/14 - 5/15)
THE AI AT DELPHI in Buffalo THE AI AT DELPHI
First Look Buffalo Theatre Company (4/26 - 5/19)
The Book of Mormon in Buffalo The Book of Mormon
Auditorium Theatre (5/3 - 5/5)
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