Michael G. Murphy News

by Stephi Wild - Oct 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 Stephi Wild - May 9, 2022
Michael G. Murphy, president of Shea's Performing Arts Center, is pleased to announce the 2022-23 Shea's Smith Season, featuring Buffalo-based Second Generation Theatre and O'Connell & Company.

by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2022
Subscriptions are on sale now for the 2022-23 Frey Electric Season at Shea's 710 Theatre.

by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2022
Shea's Performing Arts Center has announced that it will honor former President and CEO, Patrick Fagan, with The Michael Shea Lifetime Legacy Award at the annual 2022 Gala held on Friday, May 20. The award, only the second ever bestowed, will be presented to Fagan in recognition of his years of dedication and leadership as President of Shea's.

by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2022
Shea's Performing Arts Center has announced the M&T Bank 2022-23 Broadway Series and Special Engagements. Shea's Performing Arts Center President Michael G. Murphy and Broadway Partner Producer Albert Nocciolino unveiled the upcoming season today. The season includes thrilling new productions and beloved favorites on Shea's Buffalo stage beginning this September.

by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2022
Shea's Performing Arts Center is proud to welcome Evans Bank as its newest corporate partner. Evans Bank is serving as the presenting sponsor of Shea's Arts Engagement and Education Broadway Master Class programs, in addition to supporting Shea's Black-Tie Gala, the production of Once on This Island at Shea's 710 Theatre, and Shea's Holiday Community Photos in 2022.

by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2022
The talented duo of Aaron Williams and Bronkar Lee will rotate among 17 instruments to present interactive, dynamic performances for all ages. Aaron and Bronkar have worked with companies like GoPro, Coca Cola, and Google, and have been featured on The Tonight Show, America's Got Talent, and Super Bowl commercials.

by Alan Henry - Jul 29, 2021
The Music of Disney on Broadway: A Live Concert at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, celebrating the reopening of Shea’s Buffalo Theatre will treat audiences to the most-beloved hit songs from Disney’s Broadway shows – including “Beauty and the Beast,” “A Whole New World,” “Circle of Life” and “Let it Go”.

by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2021
The lineup includes The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (All for One Theatre Productions), Kinky Boots (MusicalFare Theatre), and Once On This Island (Shea's 710 Theatre). Learn more here!

by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2021
The Music of Disney on Broadway: A Live Concert at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, celebrating the reopening of Shea’s Buffalo Theatre will treat audiences to the most-beloved hit songs from Disney’s Broadway shows – including “Beauty and the Beast,” “A Whole New World,” “Circle of Life” and “Let it Go”.
Michael G. Murphy Videos
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 16, 2016
On last night's LATE SHOW, Stephen Colbert and Steve Martin were just two best friends sitting in the forest, singing about friendship. What could be better?
by Stage Tube - Jan 18, 2016
The new musical Bright Star, from Grammy and Emmy winner Steve Martin and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Edie Brickell, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, February 25, 2016 with an official Broadway opening night on Thursday, March 24 at the Cort Theatre. Directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie, the production will star Carmen Cusack in her Broadway debut. Below, check out a just-released video featuring Cusack performing 'Sun's Gonna Shine'!
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 30, 2015
Steve Martin and Edie Brickell stopped by the TONIGHT SHOW to perform 'Won't Go Back' from their new album 'So Familiar'.
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 26, 2015
In a new interview with USA Today, Steve Martin (book and music) and Edie Brickel (lyrics and music) discuss their upcoming album 'So Familiar', which will be featured in the duo's new musical BRIGHT STAR