BABEL | John Irving
2024-03-21 20:00 (America/New_York) | Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14201, United States
BABEL | John Irving
Just Buffalo Literary Center presents
BABEL featuring John Irving
Thursday, March 21, 2024
8:00 pm
Doors open & VIP Patron Reception at 7:00 p.m.
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Join Just Buffalo Literary Center for an evening with literary legend John Irving who will talk about his creative process, the life of a writer, as well as his award-winning novel, The Cider House Rules.
Season Subscriptions include a ticket for all (4) of Just Buffalo Literary Center’s BABEL 2023-24 events.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
“It is impossible to imagine the American—or international—literary landscape without John Irving…. He is as close as one gets to a contemporary Dickens in the scope of his celebrity and the level of his achievement.” —TIME
JOHN IRVING has written fifteen novels over the course of his prolific career, the majority of which have been international bestsellers. He has written some of the most acclaimed books of our time—among them The World According to Garp, The Cider House Rules, A Prayer for Owen Meany, and A Widow for One Year. Born in Exeter, New Hampshire, in 1942, his books explore themes of sexual difference and sexual intolerance, inequalities and discrimination.
ABOUT THE BOOK
First published in 1985, The Cider House Rules is set in rural Maine in the first half of the twentieth century. The novel tells the story of Dr. Wilbur Larch—saint and obstetrician, founder and director of the orphanage in the town of St. Cloud’s, ether addict and abortionist. This is also the story of Dr. Larch’s favorite orphan, Homer Wells, who is never adopted.
“Superb in scope and originality, a novel as good as one could hope to find from any author, anywhere, anytime. Engrossing, moving, thoroughly satisfying.”—Joseph Heller

QUEEN CITY ROLLER DERBY: ALLEY KATS VS SAUCIES
2024-03-22 07:00 - 23:00 | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
Join QCRD as the Alley Kats rematch the Saucies in Game 7 of the 2024 Season! Will the Kats claw their way to victory or will the Sauce Squad bring the heat!
Be sure to be there to catch all the fast paced, hard hitting derby action!
Doors open at 6:00pm, first whistle at 7:00pm. Be sure to get your tickets early as front row seating will sell out quickly. General Admission is $18, front row $22.50.
New and returning fans alike can expect to find all of their favorite team and league merchandise, a 50/50 raffle and the ever popular Chuck a Duck at half time.
Don’t miss a moment of the action, get your tickets today. Group rates are available. Online ticket sales close at 2:00pm on game day.

Textile Curiosities
2023-11-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Textile Curiosities
Step into a world where art and nature converge in a display of faux-taxidermy moth and butterfly sculptures. Aleah Ford, known as “Moth On The Wall,” invites you to experience the enchanting realm of these ephemeral creatures through her meticulously crafted works. In this exhibition, Aleah’s sculptures come to life using textiles, wire, faux fur, clay, and flocking. The sculptures are presented within shadow boxes, reminiscent of Victorian curiosity cabinets, inviting viewers to step back in time to an era of exploration and discovery. Each box offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of the Lepidoptera.

John Crist: The Emotional Support Tour
2024-03-22 19:00 | Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States

Ringling
2024-03-22 19:00 | KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Ringling
(Buffalo, NY – November 1, 2023) – Feld Entertainment®, the worldwide leader in live entertainment experiences, is excited to welcome Children of All Ages© to the highly anticipated North American tour of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® The Greatest Show On Earth®. The immersive, live, family entertainment experience is unlike anything audiences have ever seen, filled with incredible feats that push the limits of human potential. The reimagined American Icon will captivate families through a 360-degree experience that brings fans into the action and the music, creating real connections between audiences and performers. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey – The Greatest Show On Earth is returning to Buffalo with 6 performances at KeyBank Center from March 22-24, 2024.
Sign up today to become a Ringling Insider Preferred Guest at Ringling.com to get exclusive access to advance pre-sale code to purchase tickets early starting today to get the best seats available before tickets go on sale to the general public. A KeyBank Center pre-sale will be held Friday, November 3 at 10 AM through Monday, November 6 at 11:59 PM. Tickets go on sale to the general public Tuesday, November 7 at 10 AM.
Packed with explosive excitement, The Greatest Show On Earth begins and ends with a bang! Lauren Irving, Alex Stickels, and Jan Damm join forces as Aria, Stix, and Nick Nack who serve as the soul, rhythm, and funny bone of the show, guiding audiences through an interactive and immersive experience. The music-filled journey is bursting with catchy rhythms, beats, songs, and laughter that will have audiences clapping, tapping, singing, and laughing along. As Aria, Stix, and Nick Nack serve as show guides, they encounter never-before-seen stunts, acrobatic displays, and comedic acts along the way. A globally diverse cast that includes 75 performers hailing from 18 countries including Argentina, Canada, Cuba, Ethiopia, Italy, Mongolia, Spain, Ukraine, and the United States will inspire audiences through a variety of unbelievable circus acts, including:
Never-Before-Seen Stunts
Reimagining an American Icon means reimagining traditional acts and adding an extra layer of awe and wonder. The Triangular Highwire, led by The Lopez Family, sixth-generation circus artists hailing from Mexico and Chile, takes the show to new heights with a never-before-attempted take on the classic highwire. By re-engineering a circus favorite, three 25-foot-tall wires are connected in a triangular formation with performers who triple the excitement by jumping over their partner’s shoulders, riding bikes on the thin wire with performers on top in a handstand, and more incredible human feats. The Double Wheel of Destiny is even more extreme with four acrobatic daredevils performing challenging back-and-forth leaps and somersaults atop two simultaneously spinning apparatuses suspended 30 feet above the ground and moving at incredibly high speeds.
Hilarious Comedic Performances
Delivering humor in a new, laugh-out-loud, unexpected way are Nick Nack and the Equivokee trio. Nick Nack, one of the show guides, alongside the trio from Ukraine, introduces a modern take on clowning that leaves the makeup behind and focuses on delivering fun for Children of All Ages through a comedic blend of Rola Bola, juggling, acrobatics, dancing, and much more silliness.
The Ultimate Playground
The 360-degree modular performance area is the ultimate playground with colorful elements that evoke a toy box activated by the incredible athletics of the performers. It then transforms into the ultimate skatepark as bikes soar through the air during a high-adrenaline extreme sports act. Featuring a group of BMX riders, a trial bike, and an extreme unicycle, these riders perform stunts on a unique trampoline box constructed in the center of a take-off and landing ramp, the only one of its kind. Double-sided ramps allow the extreme athletes to mirror each other with epic side-by-side bike stunts that include high-flying flips.
Criss-Cross Trapeze
Nine trapeze artists will ascend to the Criss-Cross Trapeze – the ultimate swing set consisting of four pedestals for this multi-directional act. The Flying Caceres will soar front-to-back, side-to-side, and diagonally with flyers and catchers in an action-packed, near-miss style act where seconds and inches determine the outcome of each high-flying skill. This incredible feat of timing will lead to an in-act transformation, as two platforms disappear, allowing for more daring tricks and higher rotations, including a double-layout rotation from bar to bar, seen for the first time in The Greatest Show On Earth.
Aerial & Acrobatic Spectacle
Every seat at The Greatest Show On Earth will have an impressive view as fans witness a combination of solo and group aerialists that shine brightly in the air simultaneously performing aerial straps and hoops. Jumping, diving, and tumbling across the show floor, skilled acrobats will leave audiences in awe with acts ranging from Teeterboard, Hand-to-Hand Balancing, Hoop Diving, Foot Juggling, and more impressive feats. Closing the show with a bang is the Ringling Rocket, featuring Skyler Miser launching across the arena to an incredible, inconceivable distance at 65 mph.
Record-Breaking Heights
Wheeling at spectacular heights will be Wesley Williams, the One Wheel Wonder, a Guinness World Record-setting performer who will be taking on a daring new challenge as he attempts to set a new world record. Wesley will ride ten different unicycles throughout the show, including one with six stacked wheels, an accordion-style unicycle that grows taller with each pedal rotation, and the tallest at an astonishing height of over 34 feet!
Dynamic Musical Performances
Audiences will dance along to the beat of original music, pop cover tunes, and live rock-inspired drumming in The Greatest Show On Earth. Argendance, an energetic, bombastic dance troupe from Argentina, presents a fiery fusion of Boleadoras and Malambo that create dynamic moments alongside show guide Stix, the rhythm of the show. The Melody Mixer, a unique and interactive moment will feature audience-created musical content incorporated into the show, surprising fans.
WHERE: KeyBank Center – One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203
TICKETS:Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or in person at the venue box office.*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.
https://www.keybankcenter.com/details/2024-03-22/ringling-bb-032224

The Light Fantastic
2024-02-22 19:30 | Road Less Traveled Theater, 465 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14205, United States
The Light Fantastic
by Ike Holter
February 22 – March 24
Co-Directed by Scott Behrend & John Hurley
Starring Leah Berst, Diane DiBernardo, Alejandro Gabriel Gómez, Greg Howze, Gabriella J. McKinley, Ricky Needham and Davida Evette Tolbert
In an unremarkable town in rural Indiana, on an uneventful evening, something truly terrible occurs, and a small family is thrust into a tit-for-tat game of survival against forces that are far from human. A play that is equal parts drama and comedy, and brings old school horror into the now and new.

BUFFALO CHOCOLATE, WINE & WHISKEY FESTIVAL
2024-03-23 12:30 - 21:00 | Bufffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, 14203, United States
CHOCOLATE, WINE & WHISKEY FESTIVAL
LUSCIOUS, SWEET & SAVORY!
Enjoy Chocolate in a multitude of decadent presentations – from sweet hand-rolled truffles to oooey goooey marshmallowey crunchy S’mores and an amazing selection of bean-to-bar artisan chocolates – Quench your thirst with Champagne, Prosecco and premium wines and a sip of fine whiskies! Cupcakes, cookies, cakes, candies, Macarons, cake pops, bean-to-bar chocolates, popcorn, donuts and More… Plus other savory items like pretzels, artisan cheeses, charcuterie – delight your taste buds! More than just a Chocolate Festival, included in your ticket price is a tasting glass to enjoy plentiful wine and whiskey – we’ll have a nice selection of craft beers, ciders and non-alcoholic beverages as well. Hey, and buy some to take home – why not, you deserve it!
Included in Your Ticket Price:
Chocolate Samples – Indulge!
Wine glass and plentiful pours of premium wines, select craft beers and ciders
Plentiful samples of Whiskies and other spirits
Buffalo’s 1st Chocolate Fondue Bar – pick your fixings, dip ‘em in unctuous Chocolate Fondue!
Boozy Milkshakes and Candy Cocktails – Included In Your Ticket
Lot’s of New York Distilleries, Cideries and Wineries – Sample and Purchase Bottles to Take Home!
Other sweet and savory items – cookies, cakes, cheeses and More!
Savory foods (for additional price) get your Gourmet On!
Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival Ticket Packages (Tickets Are Single Session)
Note: This Event is EXCLUSIVELY 21+
All Tickets Include Plentiful Wine Tasting and Whiskey/Spirits sampling with Select Beers and Ciders
This Event is Exclusively 21+
GENERAL ADMISSION
SESSION 1: 12:30-3:30 PM
SESSION 2: 6:00-9:00 PM
Chocolate Samples – Indulge!
Wine glass and plentiful pours of premium wines, select craft beers and ciders
Plentiful samples of Whiskies and other spirits
Buffalo’s 1st Chocolate Fondue Bar – pick your fixings, dip ‘em in unctuous Chocolate Fondue!
Boozy Milkshakes and Candy Cocktails – Included in your Ticket!
NY Distilleries/Wineries Sampling and Selling Bottles to Go – Stock Up!
Other sweet and savory items – cookies, cakes, cheeses and More!Savory foods (for additional price) get your Gourmet On!
VIP
1 HOUR EARLY ACCESS
Private Area for Socializing,
Rare and Unique Private Whiskey and Champagne Tasting
Chocolate Samples – Indulge!
Wine glass and plentiful pours of premium wines, select craft beers and ciders
Plentiful samples of Whiskies and other spirits
Buffalo’s 1st Chocolate Fondue Bar – pick your fixings, dip ‘em in unctuous Chocolate Fondue!
Boozy Milkshakes and Candy Cocktails – Included in your Ticket!
NY Distilleries/Wineries Sampling and Selling Bottles to Go – Stock Up!
Other sweet and savory items – cookies, cakes, cheeses and More!
Savory foods (for additional price) get your Gourmet On!

Schubert & Wagner
2024-03-23 19:30 | Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14201, United States
Schubert & Wagner
Copland’s popular Billy the Kid Suite complements Schubert’s sublime and familiar “Unfinished” Symphony No. 8. and Wagner’s glorious operatic prelude to Die Meistersinger. Conductor Gerard Schwarz welcomes his son, Julian, who takes on the tremendous Cello Concerto by Arthur Foote.
Program
Gerard Schwarz, conductor
Julian Schwarz, cello
COPLAND Billy the Kid Suite
FOOTE Cello Concerto
SCHUBERT Symphony in B minor (Unfinished)
WAGNER Excerpts from Die Meistersinger

Shen Yun
2024-03-23 19:30 | Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Shen Yun
Based in New York and banned in China, Shen Yun takes you into the lost civilization the communist regime doesn’t want you to know about: A place where divine beauty is reborn. Don’t miss the all-new production, featuring classical dancers, a live orchestra, brilliant costumes, and more.
A Heavenly Gift
The culture of ancient China was divinely inspired.
Shen Yun’s works reflect this rich spiritual heritage…
Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China. Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life. Shen Yun makes this possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts, with a unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops, and an orchestra like no other. Be prepared for a theatrical experience that will take your breath away!
https://www.ganjingworld.com/s/97nM3n940e

KAIVON
2024-03-25 18:00 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
KAIVON
FRIDAY, MARCH 08
Doors: 8pm
$12.25 to $24.50
Town Ballroom
MNM Presents
Kaivon
2024 Ultraviolet Album Tour
with Drezo
Ages 18+
Government Issued ID Required

MOM JEANS
2024-03-25 18:00 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
MOM JEANS.
MONDAY, MARCH 25
Doors: 6pm
$35
Town Ballroom
After Dark Presents
Mom Jeans.
with Summer Salt & Hunny
16+ Admitted with ID / Under 16 Admitted with Guardian / No One Under 12 Admitted

On School Time: The Magical Closet Mystery
2024-03-28 10:00 | Shea’s 710 Theater, 710 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
On School Time: The Magical Closet Mystery
Raíces Theatre Company
In this enchanting new musical for young audiences, three siblings are magically transported from their closet in Buffalo, NY to their homeland of Puerto Rico where they must uncover their families secret past and save the rainforest from desolation by harnessing the magic that sent them.
Adapted from the novel The Magical Closet Mystery by María Pérez-Gómez

JACKSON STOKES
2024-03-29 18:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Back II Back Entertainment presents: Jackson Stokes w/ Miller and the Other Sinners & Jim Crean perform live at Buffalo Iron Works on March 29th, 2023!
Jackson Stokes
When his latest solo release, Passengers Volume One, arrived as a contender for Rock’s Top 20 chart in October of 2023, Jackson Stokes posted another notch on his growing list of accolades. Whether as a seasoned bandleader, sought-after ensemble player, or valued collaborator, the rock/soul singer-songwriter from St Louis, Missouri continues to rise as a coveted musical commodity. And with tens of thousands of touring miles logged across four continents- including, in 2023, aWorld Record achievement; performing 50 shows in 50 U.S. states in 49 days with the Devon Allman Project and Donavon Frankenreiter- Stokes is, as well, the consummate rock-and-roll road dog.
A six-song, groove-n-soul EP, Passengers Volume One, features Stokes helming his touring band and a host of special guests, and is produced by the venerable Luther Dickinson, of the Grammy-nominated North Mississippi Allstars. Written almost entirely by Stokes, (with co-write contributions from bassist Paul Brackens and drummer Ben Bicklein on“Ride”), the half-dozen tracks showcase his ever-maturing song craft, detailed with stripped-clean, riff-driven guitar, and intimate and arresting vocals. Opening with the unadorned, dawning soul of “Until the Morning,” Stokes leads his trusted group through an inspired jam on the coda, then settles into the cycling rock of “Early Riser,” again propelled by his infectious guitar work, and a vocal cameo from Allman.
The second-half teems with the straight-ahead pulse of“Ride,” then shifts to the sunlit, hazy sway of “Gemini.” Closing out Volume One, Stokes dips into down-and-dirty seduction on “Don’tTempt Me,” and a assuring promise of a second and contrasting volume to come in2024. Throughout the collection, there are guest appearances from keyboard great, John Ginty, and singers, R. ScottBryan, Mattie Schell, Allie Vogler, Joanna Sorenko, and Chris Turnbaugh, as well as string accompaniment from Mark Hochberg.
Over his decade-and-a-half career, Stokes, in his own right, also has been a welcomed guest onstage, opening for or collaborating with a who’s who of artists such asRobert Cray, Warren Haynes, Marcus King, Lucas Nelson, Samantha Fish, IvanNeville, Eric Krasno, Eric Gales, Robert Randolph, The Wailers, The Allman BettsBand, and Tonina.
Buffalo Iron Works
49 Illinois St Buffalo, NY 14203
Tickets: $15 ADV/$20 DOS
Ages: 18+
