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
You have to experience this amazing concert hall!
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Buffalo’s Theater Menu
A critic talks about Buffalo’s vibrant theater scene
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Harold Arlen
Buffalo’s Great American Songwriter
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Excellent Pairings for Dinner @ A Show
An evening of delicious food and entertainment
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Architectural Spotlight: Shea’s Performing Arts Center
A touchstone for downtown’s exciting revitalization
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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
The Strictly Hip: January Residency Night 1
01/03
Babeville
The Strictly Hip January Residency Night 1: “Up to Here” live in The 9th Ward The Strictly Hip are the Masters…
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Warped Band
01/03
Buffalo Iron Works
Remember your first time at Warped Tour? The bands? The heat? Merch tents as far as the eye could see?…
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Feed the Fish at the Botanical Gardens
01/03
Get up close and personal with our family of koi fish at this exciting event! Enjoy early access to the…
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Tom From MySpace – 2000s Night
01/03
Buffalo Iron Works
Born from nostalgia, eyeliner, and the glow of a computer screen at 2AM, Tom From Myspace is a 2000s emo…
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Pink Talking Fish & Steely Dan
01/04
Buffalo Iron Works
Ring in the New Year with Pink Talking Fish & Steely Dead’s ultimate tribute fusion! Experience the magic of 5…
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Our Stadium, Our Stories
01/07
Buffalo History Museum
Highmark Stadium was never just concrete and seats it was memories, milestones, and the sound of a city cheering as…
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The Mid-Week Vibe: New Year, New Vibes
01/07
Babeville
The Mid-Week Vibe is the first of its kind mid-week concert experience every 1st Wednesday of the month hosting LEGENDARY Talent…
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The Scales: A Tribute to Phish
01/09
Buffalo Iron Works
The Scales started out as four friends & fellow Phans who one day decided to get together and jam on…
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The Strictly Hip: January Residency Night 2
01/09
9th Ward
The Strictly Hip January Residency Night 2: “Road Apples” live in The 9th Ward The Strictly Hip are the Masters of…
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Our Famous New Years Flea Market
01/10
Vigilant Fire Hall
These unique antique and collectibles market has long been considered Buffalo’s Favorite. Discover unusual & delightful gift items that are hard…
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Memory Cafe
01/13
Buffalo History Museum
Join us each month on the second Tuesday for our ‘Memory Cafe’ & a free program for people with changes…
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Shrek The Musical
01/15
Shea’s Smith Theatre
O’Connell & Company presentsSHREK THE MUSICALBased on the Dreamworks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig Book and…
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Come Back to Earth
01/16
Buffalo Iron Works
Come Back To Earth, the world’s first and only Mac Miller tribute band is known for their captivating live performances,…
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Ryan Millers Catwalk for Charity
01/16
Babeville
Ryan Miller is being joined by several of his teammates from the 2005-06 season for this year’s Catwalk for Charity,…
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Science After Hours: Get A Clue
01/16
Buffalo Museum of Science
Our adults-only Science After Hours: Get A Clue event returns on January 16, 2026, from 6-9 p.m.! When we were…
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DJ Scafetta w/ Mista J
01/17
Buffalo Iron Works
DJ SCAFETTA & Buffalo’s Breakout Bass Innovator Emerging from the heart of Buffalo, NY, DJ Scafetta is making waves as…
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Kids Day at the Botanical Gardens: Free Admission for Kids!
01/19
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Visit the Botanical Gardens while the kids are off from school! Explore the beautiful Botanical Gardens to discover, learn, and…
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The Elovaters-Suburn Tour 2026
01/21
Electric City
Exploding into the American progressive roots scene in 2018 with their #1 Billboard Reggae album Defy Gravity, The Elovaters have…
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Funtime & Back II Back Present Chayce Beckham
01/22
Town Ballroom
The only artist to win American Idol singing his own songs, rising country artist Chayce Beckham scored his first #1…
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Orchid Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens
01/22
Exciting pops of color will breathe even more life into our lush greenhouses this winter thanks to the return of…
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Orchids After Dark at the Botanical Gardens
01/22
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
See the beautiful blooms of our Orchid Exhibit after the sun sets during Orchids After Dark! Hundreds of magical lights will guide…
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Trivia Night
01/22
Buffalo History Museum
Test your knowledge of our city, pop culture, and beyond at the Museum’s Buffalo History trivia night! Bring a friend,…
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