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OPENING
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, by Barbara Robinson, presented by Theatre of Youth, directed by Meg Quinn, starring Beth Donahue, Timothy Klein, Mary Craig, Moira A. Keenan, Kate LoConti, Bill Schmidt, Christopher M. LaBanca. Dec 7-16, Fri at 7, Sat at 2 & 5:30, Sun at 2. Allendale Theatre, 203 Allen St. (884-4400).
BIRTH AND AFTER BIRTH, by Tina Howe, presented by Niagara University Theater, directed by Steve Vaughan. Preview Dec 6 at 8. Dec 7-16, Fri & Sat at 8, Sun at 2. The Church, 415 Plain St., Lewiston (286-8622).
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, by Charles Dickens adapted by Romulus Linney, presented by the Towne Players, directed by Randall Rumley, starring Colin Lynch, Robert Lonski, Robert Wagner, Michael Leszczynski. Dec 8-16, Fri & Sat at 7:30, Sun at 2. Sheridan Parkside Community Center Theatre, 169 Sheridan-Parkside Dr., Tonawanda.
CORSETLESS, written and performed by Catherine Eaton, presented by the Irish Classical Theatre Company, directed by Derek Campbell. Dec 8-16, Wed-Sat at 7:30, Sun at 2. Andrews Theatre, 625 Main St. (853-ICTC).
INDIAN BLOOD, by A.R.Gurney, directed by Kathleen Gaffney, starring Jane Altman, David Q. Combs, Justin Fiordaliso, Hollis McCarthy, Darlene Pickering Hummert, Matt Steiner, Matt Bradford Sullivan, Ronald Wendschuh. Previews Dec 6 & 7. Dec 8-23, Tue at 7, Wed at 7:30, Thu & Fri at 8, Sat at 4 & 8, Sun at 2 & 7, plus Dec 20 at 2. Studio Arena Theatre, 710 Main St. (856-5650).
ONGOING
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Charles Dickens classic adapted and directed by L. Don Swartz, starring Tim Stuff, Lynn Metzger, Jesse Swartz, Daniel Arrasjid, Laura Muscarella, DJ Swartz. Through Dec 15, Fri & Sat at 8, plus Dec 16 at 2. Ghostlight Theatre, 170 Schenck St., North Tonawanda (743-1614).
KINDERTRANSPORT, drama by Diane Samuels presented by Jewish Repertory Theatre, directed by Saul Elkin, starring Anne Roaldi, Anne Gayley, Eileen Dugan, Lisa Ludwig, Rebecca Elkin, Ray Boucher. Through Dec 23, Thu at 7:30, Sat at 4 & 8, Sun. at 2. Road Less Traveled Theatre, 639 Main Street (688-4114 x391).
NAKAI AND THE RED SHOES, by William Y. Cooper with original music by Richard Williams, directed by June L. S. Duell. Through Dec 16, Fri & Sat at 8, Sun at 4. Paul Robeson Theatre, 350 Masten Ave. (884-2013).
SISTER’S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM: The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold, interactive comedy by Maripat Donovan, presented by Shea’s and Albert Nocciolino. Through Dec 23, Tue at 7:30, Wed at 1, Thu at 7:30, Fri at 8, Sat at 2 & 8, Sun at 2 & 6. Shea’s Smith Theatre, 658 Main St. (852-5000).
TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS, presented by O’Connell & Company, starring Stephanie Bax, Mary Craig, Mary Moebius, Mary Kate O’Connell, Paul O’Hern, Josh Snyder, Michael Tosha. Through Dec 23, Thu at 7:30, Fri & Sat at 8, Sun at 2:30. The Cabaret in the Square Theatre, Snyder Square, 4475 Main St., Snyder (839-3949).
CLOSING
A BRIEF HISTORY OF WHITE MUSIC, conceived by Dee Dee Thomas and David Tweedy, directed by Carlos Jones, starring Rodney Appleby, Kelly Krupski, Victoria Perez. Through Dec 9, Wed at 7, Thu at 7:30, Fri at 8, Sat at 4 & 8, Sun at 2. MusicalFare Theatre, 4380 Main St., Amherst (839-8540).
BUTTERFINGERS ANGEL, by William Gibson, presented by the Amherst Players, directed by Debra Cole. Through Dec 8, Thu & Fri at 7:30, Sat at 1:30 & 7:30. Harlem Road Community Center at 4255 Harlem Rd., Amherst.
CRAZY MARY, comedy by A.R. Gurney, directed by Paul Todaro, starring Joyce Carolyn, Maureen Porter, Norm Sham, Michael Vargovich, Nan Wade. Through Dec 9, Thu & Fri at 8, Sat at 4 & 8, Sun at 2. The Kavinoky Theatre, 320 Porter Ave. (829-7668).
THE PILLOWMAN, by Martin McDonagh, directed by Robert Waterhouse, starring Peter Jaskowiak, Richard Lambert, Jeff Coyle, Gary Marz, Kevin Cain, Sacha Shaffer. Through Dec 8, Thu-Sat at 8. The New Phoenix Theatre on the Park, 95 Johnson Park (853-1334).
TARTUFFE, comedy by Molière, presented by SUNY Fredonia Department of Theatre and Dance, directed by Ted Sharon. Through Dec 8, Thu-Sat at 8, Sun at 2. Bartlett Theatre, Rockefeller Arts Center, SUNY Fredonia (673-3501).
YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, musical by Clark Gesner, presented by Theatre in the Mist, directed by Joanne Kinney. Through Dec 9, Fri & Sat at 7:30, Sun at 2. Stella Niagara stage, corner of Pletcher and Lower River Rd., Lewiston (877-856-0694).
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
DEATH AND THE MAIDEN, reading of the play by Ariel Dorfman, presented by Buffalo United Artists, directed by Kelli Bocock Natale, starring Josephine Hogan, Drew Kahn, Peter Palmisano. A benefit for Just Buffalo Literary Center. Dec 8 at 7:30. Alleyway Theatre, One Curtain Up Alley (886-9239).
DIVA BY DIVA: A Celebration of Women, presented by O’Connell & Company, open-ended run, Wed at 7:30. The Cabaret in the Square Theatre, Snyder Square, 4475 Main St., Snyder (839-3949).
GRACE IN A MUTILATED WORLD: Poetry for the Care of the Soul, written and performed by Anne Huiner, directed by Pamela Snyder. Dec 6 at 7. First Presbyterian Church, Symphony Circle (884-7250).
UPCOMING
CHARLES DICKENS PRESENTS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL, a solo performance conceived, written, directed by and starring Mike Randall. Dec 14-23, Fri at 8, Sat at 4 & 8, Sun at 2. MusicalFare Theatre, 4380 Main St., Amherst (839-8540).
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, adapted and directed by Neal Radice, starring John Smeathers. Dec 13-22, Thu & Fri at 7:30, Sat at 2, 5 & 8, plus Dec 16 at 2. Alleyway Theatre, One Curtain Up Alley (852-2600).
MOTHER FRUIT CAKE & THE SUGAR PLUM GANG, presented by Vicky Vogue Vaudeville, a benefit for Ujima Theatre Company. Dec 15 at 8. TheaterLoft, 545 Elmwood Ave.
WHITE CHRISTMAS, touring production of the musical based on the holiday film classic, presented by Shea’s and Al Nocciolino. Dec 18-23, Tue-Thu at 7:30, Fri at 8, Sat at 2 & 8, Sun at 2 & 7. Shea’s Performing Arts Center, 646 Main St. (847-0850).
OPENING SHOTS
KINDERTRANSPORT
Jewish Repertory Theatre
1. Rebecca Elkin, who plays Faith, with Eileen Dugan and Anne Roaldi, who play Evelyn and Eva.
2. Opening-nighters Dan Kushel (l) and Janet Kaye (r) with Buffalo’s favorite leading lady, Anne Gayley (c), who plays Lil.
3. Lisa Ludwig, who plays Helga, with actor pals John Fredo and Barbara Link LaRou.
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West Side Neighborhood Housing Servicesposted November 28, 3:44 pm on Artvoice DailyAs promised in this article, the membership list for West Side Neighborhood Housing Services is right here. Highlighted in yellow are city employees who report to the mayor or their relatives; highlighted in pink are other city employees. Most of the highlighted names (though not all) are new members, who joined just in time to vote at last Thursday’s annual members meeting, when Harvey Garrett was voted off WSNHS’s board... (more) |
On the Waterfrontposted November 26, 2:00 pm on Artvoice DailySo you think Buffalo has a hard time figuring out what to do with its waterfront, do ya? Mad that we can’t just build a signature bridge, huh? Madder still that we can’t just knock the Skyway bridge down? Furious with obstructionists who don’t want a Bass Pro Shop? Livid about the ice boom? And don’t even get you started about all the blind, misguided fools who can’t see that a huge casino downtown will turn our city around? Yes, my friend, you do in fact have all the answers... (more) |
Chow Chocolat welcomes Denise Sperry’s Watercolor Exhibition…posted November 26, 12:46 pm on Chew on ThisWatercolor Painting by Denise Sperry Merging the fine arts with gastronomic art, Chow Chocolat (731 Main Street, Buffalo, 843.4388) is now featuring a watercolor exhibition by Denise Sperry. A reception commencing Sperry’s works will take place on December 5th, 2008 (6-9 PM)... (more) |
GRILLE 620 (Wine… Down the Weekend)posted November 26, 11:34 am on Chew on ThisIf you haven’t already checked out “Wine… Down the Weekend” at Grille 620, (620 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, 886.2121) GO! This has to be one of the best deals in the city of Buffalo. Every Friday & Saturday, patrons can choose a complimentary bottle from the bistro’s extensive wine list to accompany any 2 entrees... (more) |
Another Voiceposted November 26, 10:11 am on Artvoice DailyHere’s something that drives me crazy about the Buffalo News: the “Another Voice” column on the editorial page. It would be a nice idea, were it not that so often it is not given over to “another” voice. It is given, rather, to the same old voices: to people who are frequently quoted as sources in articles, who are in positions of political or economic power, to folks whose job is to push agendas—to people, in other words, who have no difficulty making their voices heard... (more) |
Who Goes Where When Hillary Goes to State?posted November 19, 12:04 pm on Artvoice DailyCity Hall News has flow_chart that tracks who might replace who, from Hillary’s Senate seat on down (click to expand or follow the link—it’s an awkward shape): |
It’s Robert Rich Sr. All High Stadiumposted November 14, 5:05 pm on Artvoice DailyThese new signs properly label the structure. We’ve been reading recent stories in the Buffalo News about sportswriter Tom Borrelli’s terrible fall last week at the old All High Stadium. He’s currently battling life-threatening injuries... (more) |
CWM Fined for Violationsposted November 14, 2:41 pm on Artvoice DailyThis week Chemical Waste Management was fined $175,000 by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for violating its permits and the state’s hazardous waste laws. I don’t have much to say about that, except it doesn’t seem to me like too much money... (more) |
Musical Chairsposted November 14, 12:51 pm on Artvoice DailyThe AP reports that Hillary Clinton met with Barack Obama in Chicago yesterday, adding fuel to speculation that she might be Obama’s choice for secretary of state. If that happens, it has long been rumored that Brian Higgins would be appointed to her Senate seat... (more) |
Paint the Townposted November 14, 11:06 am on Artvoice DailyLate last night, at the tail end of one of the few weeks in the past year in which we did not publish anything snarky about anybody, someone threw two gallons of paint on our front doors. Seems a waste; we hadn’t even earned it. Nonetheless, we were cleaning up all morning... (more) |
Old Editions Book Shopposted November 13, 1:58 pm on Artvoice DailyAV videographer Matt Quinn tours Old Editions, an often overlooked treasure at the corner of Oak and Huron Streets downtown: show enclosure (video/x-flv; 21.29 MB) |
This Is Not Today’s Newsposted November 12, 9:37 am on Artvoice DailyBut it would be nice if it were. Via the Data Stream, by way of Jon Winet. |
This Just In…posted November 11, 3:28 pm on Artvoice DailyAlways in the vanguard, researchers of the University at Buffalo’s Center of Human Capital have reached a bold conclusion, according to a statement disseminated this afternoon: Although no official determination has been made about whether New York State or the U... (more) |
Silver Lining: Edwards Remains a Good Guyposted November 11, 11:17 am on Artvoice DailyMarshawn Lynch Amid the anguished finger-pointing, plaintive wailing and resigned head-shaking sweeping the region following the Buffalo Bills’ third straight defeat, Season Ticket would like to apportion a minute sliver of credit. Quarterback Trent Edwards, by most quantitative and qualitative standards, failed miserably at New England on Sunday (not coincidentally, this was also his third consecutive regressive outing)... (more) |
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Ani DiFranco at Babevilleposted December 1, 8:19 pm on channel Music
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Peanut Brittle Satellite with Jeff Mcleod of Lazlo Holyfieldposted November 29, 1:44 pm on channel Music
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Artisans Bazaar on Elmwoodposted November 29, 1:16 pm on channel Art
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City Mission: Food for the Needyposted November 28, 08:47 am on channel Local Interest
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Turkey Trot: Buffalo's 113thposted November 27, 5:57 pm on channel Events
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Dr. Riyaz Hassanali: Talks about BOTOXposted November 26, 5:46 pm on channel Health
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Viva Vivaldi Festival @ The First Presbyterian Churchposted November 23, 3:48 pm on channel Music
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The Burchfield-Penney Opensposted November 23, 2:33 pm on channel Art
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Synecdoche, New Yorkposted November 23, 12:24 am on channel Movie Trailers
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One Day You'll Understandposted November 23, 12:12 am on channel Movie Trailers
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Four Christmasesposted November 23, 11:53 am on channel Movie Trailers
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Australiaposted November 23, 11:46 am on channel Movie Trailers
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The Alphabet Killerposted November 23, 11:39 am on channel Movie Trailers
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Nelson Starr Band w/Jeff Miersposted November 23, 09:49 am on channel Music
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Bread Gone Wryposted November 23, 08:04 am on channel Music
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