Art, galleries, music, theatres & more in the Buffalo/Niagara Region in Western New York
Enjoy theater and arts in Buffalo, Niagara Falls & the Buffalo Niagara Region. The entire Western New York area has it all - theatre featuring musicals and plays, comedy and drama, art museums and galleries, concerts and much more. The culture-rich atmosphere of Buffalo and Niagara Falls are sure to please even the most discerning cultural and art palates.
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Kleinhans Music Hall 370 Pennsylvania Street Buffalo, NY 14201 (716) 885-5000 (box office) www.bpo.org |
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra led by acclaimed music director JoAnn Falletta, presents over 120 concerts a year including Classics, Pops and Family subscription concerts from September to June at Kleinhans Music Hall. Classics soloists for the 2009-2010 Season include Gil Shaham and Peter Serkin plus a star studded line-up of popular artists such as Johnny Mathis, Rita Moreno and Marvin Hamlisch. The BPO’s summer season includes concerts in July at Artpark located in Lewiston, NY. For concert information or tickets visit www.bpo.org or call the BPO box office. |
Center for the Arts University at Buffalo North (Amherst) Campus Buffalo, NY 14260 (716) 645-2787 www.ubcfa.org |
Western New York’s largest multi-venue performing and visual arts organization. The Center houses four theatres, a screening room and three art galleries. Events include concerts, dance, comedy, speakers, international events, art exhibits and more. 2009-10 season highlights include: Chick Corea/Stanley Clarke/Lenny White (Sept. 25), David Sedaris (Oct. 1), Barrage (Oct. 4), Lea Salonga (Oct. 10), Avenue Q (Oct. 13-14), Ballet Hispanico (Oct. 17), Jim Breuer (Oct. 24), Shaolin Warriors (Oct. 29), Step Crew (Nov. 4), ABBA Mania (Nov. 9), 101 Years of Broadway (Nov. 13), Montana Repertory Theatre "To Kill a Mockingbird" (Nov. 21), Blue Suede Christmas (Dec. 12), Band of Irish Guards/Royal Scots Guards (Jan. 28), Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy (Mar. 7), Moscow Festival Ballet (Mar. 23), Aspen Sante Fe Ballet (Apr. 21), Cherryholmes (Apr. 22). New events are added frequently. |
Irish Classical Theatre Company at the Andrews Theatre 625 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 (716) 853-ICTC (4282) www.irishclassicaltheatre.com |
Stylish comedies, hilarious satires, gripping dramas and a world-renowned musical await you during ICTC’s 2009-2010 Season. ICTC presents critically acclaimed productions at the Andrews Theatre, the area’s only true theatre-in-the-round. With only three rows of seats around it, no audience member is more than ten feet from the stage. A unique and unforgettable theatre experience. ICTC’s 2009-2010 Season: "Blood Brothers, A Musical" Book, Music & Lyrics by Willy Russell, September 11-October 11, 2009; "Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me" by Frank McGuinness, October 30-November 22, 2009; "The Relapse (or Virtue Endangered)" by John Vanbrugh, January 15-February 14, 2010; "The Lonesome West" by Martin McDonagh, February 26-March 28, 2010; "Engaged" by W.S. Gilbert (of Gilbert & Sullivan fame), April 23-May 23, 2010; "Lovers" by Brian Friel, June 4-June 27, 2010. 20 rush tickets available for $20 each 20 minutes before curtain (subject to availability). |
Shea’s Performing Arts Center 646 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 847-0850 Box Office (800) 745-3000 Tickets charge by phone www.sheas.org |
Built in the style of a European opera house in 1926 and a National Historic Site, Shea’s Performing Arts Center is Western New York’s premier entertainment venue featuring touring Broadway musicals, concerts, opera, dance, comedy, family shows, historic theatre tours, a free Family Film Series, educational programming and special events. The spectacular 2009-10 M & T Bank Broadway Series features: CHICAGO The Musical, Sept. 22-27, 2009; FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Nov. 17-22, 2009; CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE, Dec. 15-20, 2009; IN THE HEIGHTS, Jan. 26-31, 2010; GREASE, Mar. 23-28, 2010 and JERSEY BOYS, Apr. 21-May 9, 2010. RIVERDANCE, the Farewell Performances, Mar. 5-7, 2010. Cabaret-style shows are also performed at the Shea’s Smith Theatre, 660 Main St. Please call or check website for the updated schedule. |