Theater

Buffalo Takes Center Stage

The diversity and abundance of performances, put on by nearly 25 professional theaters, makes it easy to find something to see in and around Buffalo. The MusicalFare Theatre stages new and classic musicals. Torn Space Theatre breaks ground with the avant-garde. At the Alleyway Theatre the work of up-and-coming playwrights are on the marquee.

Shows & Musicals for Every Season

The Theatre of Youth’s plays for young people unfold at a restored movie house in the historic Allentown neighborhood. See productions rooted in African American traditions at the Ujima Theatre Company. In the summertime, join the crowd bringing picnics to sit on the lawn and take in the Bard’s comedies and tragedies at a Shakespeare in Delaware Park performance.

From Contemporary to the Classics

West of the city, the Lancaster Opera House continues a tradition of live entertainment that began in 1897. The Kavinoky Theatre’s restored 1903-recital hall on the D’Youville University campus is an elegant, vintage setting. Baroque grandeur suits the Broadway shows at Shea’s Performing Arts Center, a gilded former movie palace on Main Street. For a more intimate production, consider its neighbor on the block, the Irish Classical Theatre Company. Performances suit any proclivity – from murder mystery comedy to a Stephen King movie-turned-play, a Jane Austen interpretation, golden-era shows like Guys and Dolls and the cutting edge. Let us entertain you.

Buffalo: It’s Showtime!

A glimpse into our vibrant theater scene

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Perfectly Tuned: Kleinhans Music Hall

You have to experience this amazing concert hall!

Buffalo’s Theater Menu

A critic talks about Buffalo’s vibrant theater scene

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Buffalo’s Great American Songwriter

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An evening of delicious food and entertainment

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Buffalo’s Theater Menu: A Conversation with Anthony Chase

Buffalo’s theater maven helps you narrow down the selections

Erie County Theater Companies

With 22 professional theater companies in the Buffalo area, there’s no shortage of show-stopping performances to enjoy. View some of our favorites below!

Buffalo: It’s Showtime!

Alleyway Theatre

American Repertory Theatre of Western New York

Brazen-Faced Varlots

Buffalo United Artists

Desiderio’s Dinner Theatre

D’Youville Kavinoky Theatre

First Look Buffalo Theatre Company

Irish Classical Theatre Company

Jewish Repertory Theatre

Lancaster Opera House

MusicalFare Theatre