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
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Buffalo’s Theater Menu
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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
O’Connell & Company
Paul Robeson Theatre
Raices Theatre Company
Road Less Traveled Productions
Second Generation Theatre
Shakespeare in Delaware Park
Shea’s 710 Theatre
Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
Theatre of Youth
Torn Space Theater
Ujima Theatre Company
Upcoming Shows & Musicals
Kat’s Film Fest
06/19
Fitz Books & Waffles
Kat’s Film Fest is a Juneteenth Day celebration with Black art and voices. Come join us for films, poetry, games,…
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Patrick Gallo – How To Be An Artist
06/19
The Caz
ACTOR PATRICK GALLO AND JAZZ PIANIST GEORGE CALDWELL ANNOUNCE AN ENGAGING DIY GUIDE TO HOW TO BE AN ARTIST! Together, the creative duo,…
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The Book of Mormon
06/19
Shea’s Buffalo
THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award®&winning Best Musical, arrives as one of the most celebrated shows of this…
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The Taming of the Shrew
07/23
Shakespeare in Delaware Park
The Taming of The Shrew Directed by Brendan Didio All performances are FREE, non-ticketed and open to the public, with…
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CAT VIDEO FEST 2026
08/07
North Park Theatre
CatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and…
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Original Immersive Experience
08/14
Torn Space Theater
Torn Space returns for its annual original site-specific installation transforming its newly-renovated home space into an immersive performance experience. | Site-Specific Experience
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The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes VIII
08/14
Shea’s Smith Theatre
The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes by David Cerda Buffalo’s favorite girls are back! The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes returns for its 8th…
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Janis Joplin
09/11
Kavinoky Theatre
An electrifying concert experience celebrating Janis Joplin and the powerhouse women who inspired her unmistakable voice, including Nina Simone, Aretha…
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Curtain Up! Buffalo
09/18
Buffalo Theatre District
Celebrate at the biggest outdoor party in buffalo on Main street between Tupper & Chippewa! Act I: Cocktail Kickoff…
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The Da Vinci Code
09/18
Road Less Traveled Productions
Directed by David Oliver Starring Chris Avery, Lissette DeJesús-Wrafter, Dave Marciniak, Johnny Barden, David Lundy, Nick Stevens, Russell Holt, Priscilla…
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Sweeney Todd
10/22
Shea’s 710 Theatre
Attend Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s dark, witty, and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder, and revenge, featuring everyone’s favorite…
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The Super Pickle: A Hilarious Musical Parody
10/24
Shea’s Smith Theatre
Get ready to serve up the laughs with a wildly entertaining new comedy that dives paddle-first into the pickleball craze…
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Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen
10/27
Shea’s Buffalo
Welcome to HELL’S KITCHEN, the hit musical from 17-time Grammy Award winning Alicia Keys inspired by her life, her music, and…
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Julius Caesar
10/30
Kavinoky Theatre
A bold reimagining of Shakespeare’s iconic political thriller, set in the charged atmosphere of 1960s. The fall of Julius Caesar…
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The Great Gatsby
11/10
Shea’s Buffalo
THE PARTY’S ROARING IN BUFFALO! THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly).…
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Uncle Vanya
11/13
Road Less Traveled Productions
Directed by Scott Behrend Starring Todd Benzin, Tracie Lane, Kristen Tripp Kelley, Peter Palmisano, Priscilla Anker Young, Darryl Semira, Christina…
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A SHERLOCK CAROL
11/27
Irish Classical Theatre Company
When a grown-up Tiny Tim asks Holmes to investigate the mysterious death of Ebenezer Scrooge, Sherlock must use his gifts…
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The Sound of Music
12/08
Shea’s Buffalo
For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score,…
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Death Becomes Her
02/16
Shea’s Buffalo
The Tony Winning Hit Musical Comedy Madeline Ashton is the most beautiful actress (just ask her) ever to grace the…
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