We had season tickets for the past several years. However, since the Pandemic everything seems to…read morehave fallen apart. The plays used to be full length and entertaining but the past two seasons have been like the whole organization is circling the drain. Everything from super short performances to one woman shows to bad and boring subject matter. In addition, now they have lost their lease with Damien Collage, had a failed attempt at using taxpayer money to move to another location in Amherst and are now moving to downtown Buffalo with no free parking and a risk of personal safety. We feel this last season was worth less than 50% of what they charged us. For all these reasons we are not renewing our season tickets. Based on the half empty seats it's obvious that other season ticket holders also don't feel it's worth it anymore.

The new theater season has started at Musical Fare. We're had season tickets for about 10 years…read morenow. They did a great job last night with the classic Guys and Dolls. Fantastic cast, great songs, and lots of laughs. After the show, a few of the cast members continued to entertain us in their cabaret/bar. And as they said 'by popular demand' the paper handball are back! Should be a good season. Up next is Legally Blonde and then Beautiful, The Carol King Musical. 2023-83

This has always been my favorite theatre in Buffalo, from the days of Studio Arena to 710 to…read moreMusicalfare. It has had some very nice changes since becoming 710/Musicalfare. The lobby has expanded with the bar having moved to the other side of the lobby into a space that was not there before and the old bar area is now filled with tables and chairs where patrons can sit comfortably while waiting for the theatre to open. The seats inside the theatre have always been very comfortable. I do not remember there being cup holders attached the back of the seat in front of me, so that might be part of the upgrade. The rows are spaced so that one can easily cross in front of a seated patron without the patron having to stand up. The steps are also more gradual than in the old Musicalfare Theatre, and well lighted. By the way, we were there to see "Jesus Christ, Superstar", a great production.

This was my first time at Shea's 710. It is a lively theater with good view and good acoustics from…read morealmost all the seats, and the seat is roomy and comfortable. However, the people working at the theater seemed not being trained well. I had my e ticket in my phone wallet, she didn't know how to scan it and kept telling me I need to get it from my "wallet" but it was in my " wallet". She insisted on seeing a barcode so I had to get it from my email to show her. Later, while I was waiting for the door to open, I overheard another person showing her how to scan. Apparently, everyone had the same on their tickets with her. The play " Dial M for Murder" was nicely done, kudos to the director and the actors.

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.

This is such a unique theatre. The seats completely surround the stage and there's only three rows…read moreof seating so no seat is further away than 12 feet from the stage. We recently came to see Or, and had a great experience from the moment we arrived. The bartender and ushers were friendly and the bar had a good selection of beers, wines, and n/a drinks to choose from, and allow you to bring your drink in using their covered cups. The cast was top notch as well and we enjoyed the play. I hope to come back sometime.

My mom and I have been getting season tickets to a different theatre for a couple years now. For…read morethe 2025-2026 season we decided to with Irish Classical Theatre. We love it. It is an in the round theatre, there are about 3 rows of seating around the theatre, and it is wonderful. I have a hard time going to the bigger theatres, because I am so used to seeing the actors' faces and expressions and seeing spit fly out of their mouths. That is what makes theatre special, like you are part of the play. As I age, I prefer the smaller, more intimate theatres. Irish Classical has a bar that you can bring in your items during the performance, which is nice. All of the ushers and everyone with Irish Classical are friendly and helpful.  The plays are all from Irish playwrights and they are great. The sets are magical and they transport you into the scene. Definitely check this theatre out. The play Thirst, that took place earlier this season, the playwright was there and I got to meet him and get his autograph. It was quite exciting.

Well after watching the latest performance -The Taming of the Shrew-and this, our 48th season…read moreattending, Shakespeare stories no longer are recognizable:( Entertainment and enthusiasm and comedy are the new norm...Sorry the old ones are gone!! Generations will have lost the original experience. (Watch movie "The Good-bye Girl" and Richard Dreyfus' performance of Richard the Third and how degrading he felt his role was!). Slapstick Comedy..not worthy of Shakespeare's works.

My family and I had the pleasure of watching the "Pericles: Prince of Tyre" play this July and it…read morewas a wonderful, family- and budget-friendly experience! Great acting and a beautiful stage. It was clear by the turnout that it is a popular event in the area. We brought a blanket and picnic and got there right on time while still being able to find a good place to sit. The most difficult part was finding decent parking. We had to park about a 10-min walk away, so be prepared!

Just saw the play Making God Laugh at Rocking Horse. What a fantastic play! I continue to be…read moresurprised and impressed by their productions. I love the small theater allowing you to really see the faces and emotions of the actors. A truly enjoyable experience. Check them out! 2026- 12

Attended another fantastic play at the Williamsville Meeting House, put on by Rocking Horse…read moreProductions. They use local talented actors that always do a great job. Look forward to attending many more performances.

Seeing Ibsen's "The Mast Builder" at Silo City as part of the Against the Grain Theater Festival…read moremay be one of the coolest things I have ever done. Against the Grain Theater Festival is a new multi-city theater project based in Buffalo, New York. They explore the basic questions of human identity through plays, folktales and early narrative forms from around the world. The play was three acts in three different locations. The audience moves in between each act. The first act was in an old building that felt like a dungeon, the second act was inside a silo with grain spouts and tea light candles all around, and the final act was outside right along the the canal. The performance was incredible and moving from space to space with the rest of the audience really made you feel like you were part of something bigger than yourself.

A friend of mine invited me to go here reading of a script and I'm very glad that she did. I had…read morenever been to the African American Cultural Center before, but I will definitely be back. The play was well written and insightful. Verneice Turner and James Cichoki It's the degrade job of bringing the characters to life. I loved hearing about how the play was created from the author. If you have the opportunity to attend a performance or another event you should definitely check this out.. https://www.aaccbuffalo.org/

I had the pleasure of performing on Saturday in their Paul Robinson theater. It was a lovely…read moreexperience. The audience was amazing. The content was very well received along with the music shared. It was a lovely evening of history and music.