Although we are frequent live theater patrons, we just saw a play at this theater recently and for…read morethe first time. We were a bit concerned b/c the play, 39 Steps, is a comedy and timing can make or break such an endeavor. We needn't have been concerned! This was a top=notch professional performance. They had the audience, including us, laughing throughout. Only 4 actors played a variety of characters, the set and lighting were just right. It's a relatively small theater, so book your tickets early. Ticket prices are very reasonable, and Lockport isn't as far away as some folks might think. Parking lot is huge and well-lit. We can't wait to return.

The Alleyway is a fine little theater. I always enjoy the performance whenever I attend. This last…read morevisit was no exception. Step into the way back machine as you sit in the lobby. Pretend you're on the lam and waiting for a bus to hightail it out of town. The current production "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" was terrific. The seating arrangement enhanced the audience experience by making you feel as if you're part of the show. Although the chairs are not too comfortable. Some people might benefit from bringing a cushion.

Terrific show tonight! Closing their 45th season with…read moreChristie's The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, an adaptation by Heidi Armbruster, a cast of seven playing multiple roles gave fantastic performances. This is a MUST-SEE. The play runs April 11 through May 3, 2025. Major opening is April 16. Tonight and 3 more nights are "preview" nights. Admission for preview nights is "pay what you can." Great opportunity for theater lovers on a tight budget. Acting, direction, lighting, sound effects all contribute to an evening of suspense and. . . a lot of laughs. Bet you weren't expecting that. Come out and experience a most enjoyable evening. Other reviews will give you more information about Alleyway Theater location, parking, and bar drinks. Call 716-852-2600 with questions or to make reservations.

What a great find! I never knew this place even existed until today. We went to see Seussical the…read moreDr Seuss Musical and it was wonderful. We went w 12 of us the kids were 4 yrs old and they did great sitting through this colorful and high energy play. The theatre is a classic and the actors really gear everything towards the children. They even came out after and answered questions for the kids. Nice to know we have such a wonderful theatre geared towards children in our backyard right here in Buffalo.

Very nice venue, sweet staff, but the shows are just ok! I adore theatre, but this place isn't…read morereally a standout. Unless it's a show you particularly love, I would skip this place.

In Buffalo, we're lucky to have so many older historic buildings finding contemporary uses. It's a…read moretestament to change and innovation. Whether that's Silo City Rocks, The Pierce Arrow Building, Statler City or many more...the ALT Theater is one of the more unique performance spaces that I've set foot in. Finding the actual Theater itself is a bit of a challenge. It's on Great Arrow Ave (making a right from Elmwood) and since the Pierce Arrow Building is so huge, it may take a while to find the actual door to the Theater. The entrance to get it is adjacent to the one of the parking lots. You then have to get up to the third floor to find your way into the actual performance space (lots of signage is helpful!). How amazing it is that a former luxury car assembled their vehicles in this building? And now it's home to two Theater spaces (ALT and Subversive), a film studio and hosts incredible events such as the Mass Appeal fashion show? I'm gushing about the Pierce Arrow building being put to good use, but let's get back to the ALT. It dubs itself as a black box Theater, although the show that I saw here ended up almost being setup as a proscenium of sorts, which shows that there is flexibility with the way you can use the space and engage the audience. Surprisingly, it was pretty warm here (The Pierce Arrow Building is nearly 133,000 square feet so most parts of it are not heated or accessible). It's focus is on experimental Theater (self-proclaimed as a hub for experimentation and innovation). The sound and acoustics were wired well for this particular show. One of the challenges is actually finding the space and navigating the Pierce Arrow Building (I actually got lost as I was trying to get out of the building and ended up in some creepy maintenance rooms), but it's part of the fun. You practically get a crash course in Urban Exploration when you go see a show here. If you've never experienced the ALT or the Pierce Arrow Building in any form, I urge you to check out their shows and find one that you think you'd enjoy!

A very small and artistic theater. It seats only about 40 or so people, but that's part of the…read moreasthetic. For the scale, they have an excellent sound and lighting system.

th studio overall was nice studio teachers are nice and nice environment. we switched studios so…read moreshe could stay with cousin because they were extreme rude to her

This dance studio is an amazing place for a child to learn about and experience the world of dance…read more Everyone is warm and welcoming to both parent and child and the whole place has a "family vibe". I can't recommend TDA highly enough!

We came for the first time last night to see a friend do stand up as part of Dirty Love, a…read moreburlesque, comedy, drag show hosted by Subversive Theatre. It was a great time, and only $5 a person. We could get a beer or glass of boxed wine for a $3 donation, making for a fun, inexpensive date night relative to other venues. The plays are $20-$25, which is the typical price for theatre in WNY. It's a more intimate setting. Fewer seats and closer to the stage. They specialize in more edgy, thought-provoking shows that you aren't likely to see at the more conventional playhouses. There's other events like Dirty Love during the year, as well.

The production of "The Nance" by Douglas Carter Beane at Buffalo's The Subversive Theatre…read moreCollective is a smart, fancy dandy of a show that is a heart-warming, heart-throbbing view in to the slow death of burlesque in the late 1930s. Subversive's hard-working ensemble ignite flaming energy in to Beane's saucy word play and if their dancers don't thrill you, a full monty will help you to uncover your lost love for theater and its naughty side. Well-delivered lines are never lost in translation with this ensemble. Whether its a coy glance, a prancing dancer, or clumsy, trippy ragtime background music, Subversive brings a burlesque show back to Buffalo with a bang. * This show should NOT be missed. Showing: March 8 - 24, 2018 Address: 255 Great Arrow Road, Buffalo, NY Cost: $20-25 NOTE: There is full nudity in this show. NOTE: Bring a blanket. There is a cold breeze that can drift in to the theater and the heat is turned off in the building after the first hour of the show.

The concert on November "Clouds in my Coffee". Three women, and one man for one song, sang and…read morecelebrated the songs of Carole King, Carly Simon and Joni Mitchell. It was a fabulous concert. The vocalists sang separately and together, making the songs of these three women come alive. I don't know if could have been any better if the original artists had been there to sing their own songs. Morgan James, Shayna Steele and Bryohna Marie sang their hearts out. The conductor, Ted Sperling joined in on one song; he also played the piano!

A friend & I have a mini season pass for the BPO. With this package you are able to choose any 6…read moreperformances during the season. We have had conflicts in the past and they are really accommodating with changing to another show. At Saturdays performance we seen Showstopping pops. It included Jay Dref & Michele Ragusa both Buffalo natives performing along with the BPO. The music was all from Broadway shows and Jay Dref also sang Evermore from Beauty and the Beast (my favorite stage play) that was not included in the program. Always an enjoyable evening. I lost count of the standing ovations at the show. If you think you have never heard Jay Dref sing you may be mistaken. He sang the National Anthem at the Bills/Saints game on the following day.

Came for a boxing match! Beautiful venue. The balcony seats could use some work. The bar is…read moregorgeous. Awesome night!

Fantastic evening at "Friday fights at Forbes". Cool venue and lots of space to watch the fights…read more Can't wait for another night here!