by Anthony Chase |
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Ring of Fire |
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The Johnny Cash musical, Ring of Fire, which began life at Buffalo’s Studio Arena Theatre, did not triumph on Broadway. Indeed, critics responded to its opening at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre this week with some of the most scathing reviews of the season. The Reuters headline, “Ring of Fire Cashes and Burns,” about sums it up. |
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The Cocktail Hour |
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At long last, Buffalo can see A.R. Gurney’s 1988 play, The Cocktail Hour. After The Dining Room, The Cocktail Hour is arguably Gurney’s most celebrated play, and yet, because it is partially autobiographical, the playwright never allowed it to be performed here in his hometown. After the death of his mother, however, Gurney relented, and the Kavinoky Theatre successfully obtained the rights. |