Entertainment
Already home to 22 professional theater companies, Buffalo’s reputation as a center for the arts continues to grow. You’ll find Broadway musicals at Shea’s Performing Arts Center, a European-style opera house of real grandeur in the heart of the city’s downtown; classic and contemporary musicals at MusicalFare Theatre; the greatest works of dramatic literature at the Irish Classical Theatre Company; pieces by African-Americans and people of color at Ujima Theatre and the Paul Robeson Theatre; work by up-and-coming and undiscovered playwrights at the Alleyway Theatre; an eclectic menu of musicals, comedies and drama at the lovely and intimate, Kavinoky Theatre and child-centered productions from Theatre of Youth in the beautifully-restored Allendale Theatre in the historic Allentown neighborhood.
In summertime, the Buffalo Chamber Music Society is at home in the acoustic and architectural perfection of the internationally-acclaimed Kleinhans Music Hall, also home to the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Artpark, in nearby Lewiston, overlooks the magnificent Niagara Gorge, where a series of shows - from Broadway to bluegrass and the blues - is held between June and September.
University at Buffalo’s Center for the Arts in suburban Amherst also hosts a full schedule of concerts, dance performances and lectures.
Come see – and hear – what you’ve been missing.
710 Main Theatre
- 710 Main Street
- Buffalo, NY 14203 Visit Website
710 Main Theatre showcases local, regional and touring productions to it's 625 seat theatre. It is also available for private and corporate events.
Alleyway Theatre
- One Curtain Up Alley
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 852-2600 Visit Website
The Alleyway Theatre was founded by Buffalo native Neal Radice in 1980, and its concept -- "The best plays you've never seen" -- has stayed true by providing a stage for the development and production…more
ALT Theatre
- 255 Great Arrow Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14207
- Phone: (716) 868-6847 Visit Website
The Alt Theatre is an intimate black box theatre nestled on the third floor of the Great Arrow Industrial Park. In residence is the New Alt Performance Group.
American Repertory Theatre of WNY
- Bittner Hall
- 16 Linwood Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14214
- Phone: (716) 634-1102 Visit Website
Established in 2007, Buffalo's American Repertory Theater (ART) remains dedicated to presenting top-notch theatrical productions utilizing local playwrights, actors, directors and designers. Priding…more
Amherst Symphony Orchestra
- 55 Kings Highway
- Amherst Middle School
- Amherst, NY 14226
- Phone: (716) 633-4853 Visit Website
Commemorating 65 years of bringing nationally distinguished artists to Western new York, as well as celebrating local talent. All concerts are free and held at the Amherst Middle School at 55 Kings…more
Artpark
- 450 South 4th Street
- Lewiston, NY 14092
- Phone: (716) 754-4375 Visit Website
Celebrating 40 Years as Western New York's premier summertime performing and visual arts destination, located on 150 acres overlooking the breathtaking Niagara River Gorge in Historic Lewiston.…more
ArtsCanisius
- 2001 Main Street
- Lyons Hall 405
- Buffalo, NY 14208
- Phone: (716) 888-2536 Visit Website
ArtsCanisius fills the calendar with concerts, exhibits and other arts events for the college community and the public. Students and faculty members are featured in our galleries and performance…more
Big Orbit Soundlab
- 110 Pearl Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 440-5907 Visit Website
Big Orbit Soundlab is dedicated to the music, media and performance of Big Orbit Gallery. Presenting over 75 events per year, many utilizing non-traditional presentation methods, Soundlab challenges…more
BUA Theatre
- 119 Chippewa Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (718) 886-9239 Visit Website
A collective of professional theater artists, working to create accessible, yet thought- provoking theater. The company invokes a minimalist aesthetic, placing emphasis on the written word and the…more
Buffalo Chamber Music Society
- 370 Pennsylvania Avenue
- Kleinhans Music Hall - Mary Seaton Room
- Buffalo, NY 14201
- Phone: (716) 462-4939 Visit Website
The intimacy of chamber music played by great artists in an acoustically perfect hall. What could be better? It captivates musicians and audiences alike. That is why the world's finest artists have…more
Buffalo Choral Arts Society
- PO Box 266
- Buffalo, NY 14205
- Phone: (716) 812-1541 Visit Website
The Buffalo Choral Arts Society, a 100+ voice community chorus, is committed to the highest performance standards, presents a series of memorable and affordable concerts, including its annual…more
Buffalo ComedySportz
- 4476 Main Street
- Snyder Square - Lower Level
- Amherst, NY 14226
- Phone: (716) 393-8669 Visit Website
Similar to, 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?', but set up like a sporting event, Singing of the National Anthem starts off every match. A ComedySportz match features two teams of improvisational 'actletes'…more
Buffalo Contemporary Dance
- 255 Great Arrow Avenue, Third Floor
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716)868-6847 Visit Website
Buffalo Contemporary Dance is dedicated to bringing modern dance of the highest quality to WNY, showcasing the original works of co-directors Leslie Wexler and Amy Taravella as well as those of guest…more
Buffalo East
- 1410 Main St.
- Buffalo, NY 14209
- Phone: (716) 884-4858
Local theater showing everything from children friendly to adult drama.
Buffalo Gateway Chorus
- 27 Matthew Lane
- Cheektowaga, NY 14225
- Phone: (716)635-8642 Visit Website
The Buffalo Gateway Chorus is an award-winning chapter of Sweet Adelines International. The chorus membership ranges in age from 20 to 90 years young, and the 80 members travel from within Western New…more
Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus
- 51 Colonial Circle
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716) 883-1277 Visit Website
The ninety members of the Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus pride themselves on producing high-quality vocal music in the rich tradition of men's ensemble singing. The Chorus, which has been recognized by the…more
Buffalo Laboratory Theatre
- William E. Swan Auditorium at Hilbert College
- 5200 South Park Avenue
- Hamburg, NY 14075
- Phone: (716)949-4082
The Buffalo Laboratory Theatre is a theatre company of professional actors who believe that small, intimate performances can be just as emotionally affecting as those on a larger-scale. Call for…more
Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus
- 3 Symphony Circle
- Kleinhans Music Hall
- Buffalo, NY 14201
- Phone: (716) 833-6642 Visit Website
The Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus (BPChorus) consists of one hundred and twenty auditioned voices made up of skilled and committed singers who continually develop and pursue its tradition of excellence.…more
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
- 3 Symphony Circle
- Kleinhans Music Hall
- Buffalo, NY 14201
- Phone: (716) 885-5000 Visit Website
As Buffalo's cultural ambassador, the Grammy Award-winning Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra under the leadership of music director JoAnn Falletta presents more than 120 Classics, Pops and Youth Concerts…more
Buffalo Raceway
- 5600 McKinley Parkway
- Hamburg, NY 14075
- Phone: (716) 646-6109 Visit Website
Exciting racing, fine dining and hot gaming! Buffalo Raceway is located just 15 minutes from Buffalo, on The Fairgrounds in Hamburg. There is always FREE parking and FREE admission. Live racing takes…more
Buffalo State College Theater Department
- 1300 Elmwood Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716) 878-6416 Visit Website
The Theater Department at Buffalo State College endeavors to develop passionate artists who are prepared to make significant contributions on the stage, in front of the camera, and in the world at…more
Center for the Arts
- 103 Center for the Arts
- University at Buffalo
- Buffalo, NY 14260-6000
- Phone: (716)645-2787 Visit Website
The Center for the Arts at the University at Buffalo continues to present the Western New York community with the widest variety of quality live entertainment. The upcoming season features music,…more
Chautauqua Institution
- 1 Ames Avenue
- Chautauqua, NY 14722
- Phone: (716) 357-6200 Visit Website
Chautauqua Institution is a community on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York state that comes alive each summer with a unique mix of fine and performing arts, lectures, interfaith…more
Colored Musicians Club
- 145 Broadway
- Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone: (716)855-9383 Visit Website
The Colored Musicians Club is the only remaining African American club of its kind in the United States. In 1999, it was designated a historical preservation site. Currently, the Club is promoting…more
Eclectic Company Improv - Comedy Group
- PO Box 545
- Buffalo, NY 14205
- Phone: (716)901-6086 Visit Website
We do improv. That means we make it all up. On the spot. No scripts. Nothing but our wits and your ideas. We create hilarious and witty dialog, brand new short plays, and complete, original songs and…more
