Portrait Buffalo II - Cepa Gallery
2025-05-02 16:00 - 2025-08-22 19:00 (America/New_York) | CEPA Gallery, 617 Main St #201, Buffalo, New York, 14203
CEPA Gallery is celebrating their 50th anniversary by reviving one of their earlier projects which was: Portrait of Buffalo. Portrait of Buffalo was a photographic survey captured in the late 1970s that showed the city’s people and places. Decades later, Portrait of Buffalo II shows how much Buffalo has changed since then by focusing on the individuals, communities, and businesses that support Buffalo in the 21st century.

Twelfth Night
2025-06-19 19:00 - 2025-07-13 00:00 | Delaware Park, 84 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Twelfth Night is a romantic comedy by William Shakespeare about love, identity, and mistaken identity.
After a shipwreck, Viola disguises herself as a man named Cesario and enters the service of Duke Orsino, who is in love with Countess Olivia. Orsino sends Cesario to woo Olivia for him—but Olivia falls for Cesario, not knowing “he” is actually Viola. Meanwhile, Viola secretly falls for Orsino. Confusion grows when Viola’s lost twin brother, Sebastian, shows up, leading to comic misunderstandings and a joyful resolution for all.
The play blends humor, romance, and themes of gender and disguise in a festive, light-hearted story.

Glitched Reality: AI Meets CAM's Collection
2025-04-25 11:00 - 2025-08-31 17:00 | Castellani Art Museum, 5795 Lewiston Road, Niagara Falls, NY, 14109, United States
Glitched Reality is an art exhibition created by students with the curiosity of how art would turn out with the works of AI and human creativity. Students from Niagara University and and Niagara Falls High School reinterpreted artworks from the Castellani Art Museum. The students goals weren’t to replicate the pieces, but to see how AI can amplify human thought.

Crazy for You
2025-06-06 19:30 | Lancaster Opera House, 21 Central Avenue, Lancaster, NY, 14086, United States
Crazy for You

Music and Lyrics by
George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin

Co-Conception by
Ken Ludwig and Mike Ockrent

Originally Produced on Broadway by
Roger Horchow and Elizabeth Williams

Book by
Ken Ludwig

Inspired by Material by
Guy Bolton and John McGowan

Original Broadway Choreography by
Susan Stroman

This throwback musical from the early 90s is reminiscent of the effervescent hits from early Broadway. A zany rich-boy-meets-hometown-girl romantic comedy, Crazy For You tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who is sent to Deadrock, Nevada, to foreclose on a rundown theater. In Deadrock, Bobby falls for spunky Polly Baker, the theater owner’s daughter. But Polly takes an instant dislike to the city slicker, so Bobby vows – through cunning, razzmatazz, and a hilarious case of mistaken identity – to win Polly’s heart and save the theater. Memorable Gershwin tunes from the score include “I Got Rhythm,” “Embraceable You,” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.”

The Musical Box
2025-06-21 19:30 | Riviera Theatre North Tonawanda, 67 Webster St, North Tonawanda, NY 14120, 14120
On Saturday, June 21, 2025, and Sunday, June 22, 2025, The Musical Box, a renowned Genesis tribute band, will perform at the Riviera Theatre in North Tonawanda, NY. Celebrated for their meticulous recreations of early Genesis concerts, The Musical Box will present the 1973 Genesis Live Tour, capturing the essence of Genesis’s theatrical performances from that era. The band employs vintage instruments, including a real Mellotron, and utilizes original slides used by Genesis, ensuring an authentic experience. Their performances have garnered acclaim from over a million spectators worldwide, including notable venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall and Paris’s Olympia.

Scene Study for Actors Summer Session
2025-06-16 19:00 - 2025-08-04 21:00 | Alleyway Theatre, 1 Curtain up Alley, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Enrich your humanity while you strengthen your instrument in this scene study course.
Actors will analyze circumstances, exercise their imaginations, and play actions as they explore scenes from modern and contemporary plays in a safe and supportive environment.
Whether you’re seeking a strong foundation or looking to challenge yourself with contemporary material, this course is for you.

Food Truck Tuesdays
2025-06-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Larkin Square, 745 Seneca Street Buffalo, NY 14210, Buffalo, NY, 14210, United States
Food Truck Tuesdays at Larkin Square is a beloved weekly tradition in Buffalo, offering a vibrant evening of culinary delights, live music, and community spirit. Held every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. during the summer months, the event features a rotating lineup of up to 28 food trucks from Buffalo, Rochester, and beyond, serving a diverse array of cuisines. Guests can enjoy everything from savory main courses to sweet treats, with many trucks offering healthy options certified by the Independent Health Foundation. The atmosphere is further enhanced by live performances on The Boardwalk, creating a festive and welcoming environment for all ages.

Back to the Future: The Musical
2025-06-24 19:30 | Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Back to the Future: The Musical
Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Buffalo in 2025.
Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”
When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.

A Streetcar Named Desire
2025-06-29 14:00 | Alleyway Theatre, 1 Curtain up Alley, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Ahead of her blockbuster summer with Mission Impossible and The Fantastic Four, Vanessa Kirby stars as Stella in this acclaimed adaptation of the Tennessee Williams classic.
Gillian Anderson (Sex Education), Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), and Ben Foster (Lone Survivor) lead the cast in Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece, returning to cinemas.
As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski.
From visionary director Benedict Andrews, this acclaimed production was filmed live during a sold-out run at the Young Vic Theatre in 2014.

George Thorogood And The Destroyers
2025-07-01 18:30 | Artpark, 450 South 4th Street, Lewiston, NY, 14092, United States
George Thorogood and The Destroyers are set to perform at Artpark’s Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston, NY, on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 6:30 PM. This concert is part of their “Baddest Show on Earth” tour, celebrating over five decades of rock and blues. The band is renowned for their high-energy performances, featuring hits like “Bad to the Bone,” “I Drink Alone,” and “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer.” Joining them on stage is special guest .38 Special, adding to the evening’s dynamic lineup.
Artpark has previously hosted George Thorogood and The Destroyers, with notable performances in 2010 and 2017. In 2010, the band drew one of the largest crowds of the season, showcasing their enduring popularity. Their 2017 performance was described as a “rock party,” with Thorogood engaging the audience through storytelling and delivering a setlist filled with classic tracks. Fans can anticipate another unforgettable night of blues-infused rock at this iconic venue.
