Matthew LaChiusa
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Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Buffalo Awards; Voting Ends 12/31 (Dec 26, 2023)
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Buffalo Awards; RANKED, THE GOLDEN GIRLS THE LOST EPISODES, Alleyway Theater & More Lead! (Dec 18, 2023)
BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards; RANKED, THE GOLDEN GIRLS THE LOST EPISODES, Alleyway Theater & More Lead! (Dec 11, 2023)
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Buffalo Awards; Voting Ends 12/31 (Dec 26, 2023)
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Buffalo Awards; RANKED, THE GOLDEN GIRLS THE LOST EPISODES, Alleyway Theater & More Lead! (Dec 18, 2023)
BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards; RANKED, THE GOLDEN GIRLS THE LOST EPISODES, Alleyway Theater & More Lead! (Dec 11, 2023)
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On January 19th, 2007, American Repertory Theater of Western New York, Inc receives incorporation status from NY State and in the spring, May 21st, American Repertory Theater of Western New York, Inc is officially granted Non-For-Profit status receiving a Federal 501 C3 certification.
As part of the 2007 Curtain Up! celebration American Repertory Theater throws a debutant party at the Town Ballroom, located in Buffalo, New York. The evening featuring an original one-act Superhero Blues musical acts "Caribbean Extravaganza" "Barroom Buzzards", "Dick Whiskey" and Grammy nominated recording artist Vanessa Carlton.
In its inaugural season, ART has two shows up for region's award ceremony, called the ARTIE Awards, for outstanding facets of Buffalo theater. Axeman's Jazz is nominated for "Best New Play" and The Rose Tattoo is nominated for "Best Ensemble". ART begins it second season (2008-09) with a production of Kaufman and Hart's The Man Who Came to Dinner. The production earns ART with another ARTIE nomination for "Best Ensemble" and Chris Standart, who plays the lead role of Sheridan Whiteside, receives an ARTIE nomination for "Best Actor". Later in in the 2008-09 season, ART produces a local playwright one-act showcase entitled The Smoking Gun Trio to critical acclaim.
ART concludes its third season with artistically successful productions of the original full-length, RED CLAY, written by Matthew LaChiusa and directed by ARTIE Nominated Drew McCabe, and the controversial dark comedy, The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Magnolia. The latter draws large audiences that are entertained by the compelling acting of Gary Darling with rich character work of Darryl Hart, Drew Piatek among others. ART receives its first local award for excellence in regional theater. In the 20th anniversary ceremony of the ARTIE Awards, Matthew LaChiusa wins the Emanuel Fried Outstanding New Play award for his work, RED CLAY. Christopher Standart also receives his fourth (ART related) nomination for his costume design.
The fourth season (2010-11) comes to both a successful artistic and financial end, as ART presents three out of four productions that are rated 3 stars by The Buffalo News. This season marks the beginning associations with Buffalo East, 1410 Main Street, and ART’s pursuit to find a permanent home.
ART opens it fifth season with the critically acclaimed production of Americana musical Floyd Collins. The production receives 3 1/2 stars from The Buffalo News and marks a significant moment in ART’s artistic history with a musical production. The work later receives an Artie Award for Best Ensemble as Jeffrey Coyle and Steven Copps win individual awards for Best Director and Best Actor in a Musical.
The sixth season brought ART/WNY to a new performance space at Bittner Hall (16 Linwwod Avenue) and historical debuts of First Lady Suite by accomplished American musical theater writer, Michael John LaChiusa. The production received a modest nomination for Best Ensemble and a Best Supporting Actress nomination going to Jackie Davis. Productions The Guys and Moonlight and Magnolias both receive 3 stars reviews from The Buffalo News
ART continues to produce solid theatrical works with a dedication to supporting local talent through producing original works or giving opportunities to unknown or unproven designers, directors or acting talent.
In 2007, the motto was initiated as patrons are invited to come grow with ART, its simple and cuts through any pretension:
LOVE THE ART IN YOU
Matthew LaChiusa News
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Buffalo Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Buffalo Awards; RANKED, THE GOLDEN GIRLS THE LOST EPISODES, Alleyway Theater & More Lead!
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards; RANKED, THE GOLDEN GIRLS THE LOST EPISODES, Alleyway Theater & More Lead!
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards December 5th Standings; RANKED Leads Best Musical!
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards; THE GOLDEN GIRLS THE LOST EPISODES Leads Best Play!
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards; RANKED Leads Best Musical!
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards; Alleyway Theater Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
ART/WNY to Present WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE
ART/WNY will present 'When Worlds Collide,' a Christmas Carol retelling at The Compass Performing Arts Center from December 7th to December 23rd. Get all the details here!
ART/WNY Presents RUST AND REDEMPTION
For every Goo Goo Dolls, there are thousands of other talented bands that just don't make it because of whatever reasons (chemistry, artistic differences, or just plain ol' dumb luck), so welcome to Buffalo's best unheard band, Sidewalk Nickel.
American Repertory Theater of WNY to Present MERCY SEAT Beginning in February
Post-Punk musician Nick Cave is celebrated through theater works based on his lyrical music in American Repertory Theater of WNY's showcase MERCY SEAT. Featuring 716 writers and creative designers, separate narratives are woven into one-acts and a choreographed work to create an overall arch while framed in the background of a old-time tent revival gathering. MERCY SEAT opens February 16th and runs until March 11th
American Repertory Theater of WNY Kicks Off Season with THE PARADIGM BOMB
American Repertory Theater of WNY will kick-off the 2022-23 season with a production of the original work 'The Paradigm Bomb', written by 716 playwright Matthew LaChiusa, Sept 9th and will run to Oct 1st. Show dates are Thursday & Friday 7:30 pm and Saturday 5 pm. 545 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo 14222.
American Repertory Theater of WNY Postpones THE PARADIGM BOMB
American Repertory Theater of WNY postpones The Paradigm Bomb to a different opening date
Due to circumstances beyond ART/WNY control, the currently scheduled The Paradigm Bomb for May 12th to June 4th is being rescheduled to open on May 19th and runs until June 11th.
The American Repertory Theater of WNY Presents THE PARADIGM BOMB This Month
The American Repertory Theater of WNY presents the World premiere of Western New York playwright Matthew LaChiusa's 'The Paradigm Bomb' on May 12th and runs until June 4th. Show dates and times are Thursday & Friday at 7:30 pm and Saturday at 5:00 pm. ART/WNY will continue the 2022-23 season ticket policy of pay-what-you-can for the production run.
BWW Interview: Discussing ART with MATTHEW LaCHIUSA
Since ART of WNY Incorporated in 2007, it has had a very impressive run. Like all theater companies ART has had their ups and downs. It's a business. What business hasn't? I admire all the Buffalo theaters who keep pushing no matter what is tossed at them.
BWW Interview: Catherine Burkhart Directs FALL FROM THE GRACE OF GOD
Catherine Burkhart has been involved in WNY Theater for over twenty-four years. She holds a BFA in Theater from SUNY Fredonia. Acting, directing, and producing are her passions. Her passion sure shows on that stage. If she is acting or directing the work is there. Catherine has recently taken on directing a new project.
ART/WNY Presents FALL FROM THE GRACE OF GOD Showcase
The American Repertory Theater of WNY continues to celebration a season of regional playwrights with the one-act showcase 'Fall from the Grace of God' that runs from March 10th through April 2nd .
World Premiere Of James A Marzo's SOMETHING WICKED Comes to American Repertory Theater of WNY This Week
American Repertory Theater of WNY will present a World premiere of James A Marzo's 'Something Wicked' from October 28th to November 20th at the Compass Performing Center, 545 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo NY. Showtimes are Thurs - Friday 7:30 pm, Saturday 5 pm. Pay-what-you-can ticket policy.
BWW Interview: Mark C. Lloyd Speaks With The Cast of SOMETHING WICKED at ART Of WNY
Mark C. Lloyd recently gave the same three questions to four of the cast members of the upcoming 'Something Wicked' by Playwright James Marzo ART of WNY.
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