Theater in Buffalo, NY

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 Theater Hotel Deals

Make a night of it! For theater-goers, you can get tickets to the show and a great discount on overnight accommodations at our stellar local hotels.

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!

Buffalo: It’s Showtime!

Alleyway Theatre

Alleyway Theatre

American Repertory Theatre of Western New York

American Repertory Theatre of Western New York

Brazen-Faced Varlots

Brazen-Faced Varlots

Buffalo United Artists

Buffalo United Artists

Desiderio's Dinner Theatre

Desiderio’s Dinner Theatre

D'Youville Kavinoky Theatre

D’Youville Kavinoky Theatre

First Look Buffalo Theatre Company

First Look Buffalo Theatre Company

Irish Classical Theatre Company

Irish Classical Theatre Company

Jewish Repertory Theatre

Jewish Repertory Theatre

Lancaster Opera House

Lancaster Opera House

MusicalFare Theatre

MusicalFare Theatre

O'Connell & Company

O’Connell & Company

Paul Robeson Theatre

Paul Robeson Theatre

Raices Theatre Company

Raices Theatre Company

Road Less Traveled Productions

Road Less Traveled Productions

Second Generation Theatre

Second Generation Theatre

Shakespeare in Delaware Park

Shakespeare in Delaware Park

Shea's 710 Theatre

Shea’s 710 Theatre

Shea's Buffalo Theatre

Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

Theatre of Youth

Theatre of Youth

Torn Space Theater

Torn Space Theater

Ujima Theatre Company

Ujima Theatre Company

Upcoming Shows & Musicals

Artpark Theatre Camp

07/21 – 07/25

The classic fairy tale, Hansel and Gretel, will be brought to life by a cast and crew of youths ages…

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OUTDOOR JAZZ MOVIE EVENING

07/23

Join us under the stars for a relaxing Outdoor Jazz Movie Evening, where film meets the soul of jazz. Bring…

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The Summer Family Film Series

07/16 – 08/27

Aurora Theatre and Popcorn Shop

Each summer, through the generous support of our local sponsors, The Aurora Theatre offers Western New Yorkers a FREE film…

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FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

08/27

Buffalo Central Terminal

FREE

Bring family and friends out for fun films! Don’t forget to bring a comfy lawn chair or blanket. Picnic dinners…

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Frankie Scinta Dinner Concert

08/02

Salvatore’s Hospitality

$99

Join us for an intimate evening with Frankie Scinta at Salvatore’s Hospitality.Frankie will entertain with heartfelt life stories that include…

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Urinetown

10/24 – 11/09

Shea’s Smith Theatre

General $37, Student $15

Winner of three Tony Awards, three Outer Critics Circle Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards and two Obie Awards, Urinetown is…

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God of Carnage

02/13 – 03/15

Shea’s Smith Theatre

General $37, Student $15

Winner of the 2009 Tony Award for Best Play, Yasmina Reza’s GOD OF CARNAGE is a comedy of manners… without…

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Pure Glitter: A New Play for the Gays

05/01 – 05/17

Shea’s Smith Theatre

General $37, Student $15

From current Broadway Playwright Douglas Lyons (CHICKEN AND BISCUITS, TABLE 17, BEAU), comes PURE GLITTER: a slice of life comedy…

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