Shea's Performing Arts Center presents Cast Party

This week on Cast Party, we’re welcoming Shea’s Operations Manager, Nikiya Campbell, to the pod! Hear firsthand what it means to be an Operations Manager, what goes into working with hundreds of Shea’s volunteers, how Nikiya approached producing Dreamgirls last season at Shea’s 710 Theatre with Ansari Saxon Productions, and her experience seeing the Broadway smash hit musical Alicia Keys’ Hell’s ...

This week, on the Campus Catch-up for Monday, August 31st, we've got some exciting announcements and show titles coming up this season; including information on how to register for youth auditions for Neglia's Ballet The Nutcracker before today's deadline. Our first event for the Creative Exchange at Shea's 710 cabaret stage: Echoes of Havana, a wonderful night of music, dance, and art in anticipation of Buena Vista Social Club, an...

This week on Shea’s Performing Arts Center presents Cast Party, we’re joined by the one and only Victoria Pérez-Maggiolo, Shea’s Chief Arts Engagement and Education Officer!

Get the inside scoop on the exciting Arts Engagement & Education programs and opportunities coming up this season, including Echos of Havana on Wednesday, September 2nd. Plus, we hear about Victoria’s journey in theatre, the origin s...

This week on The Campus Catch-Up, gear up for the fall with the Shea's Performing Arts Center presents Cast Party Team! On Campus, we've got an exciting press conference to provide an update on the Shea's Expansion, lots of exciting programming coming up at Shea's Smith, Shea's 710 and Shea's Buffalo. Plus, a big shout-out to all of our amazing campers who spent their summer with us right here at the Wonder Theatre! Check out the l...

This week on Shea’s Performing Arts Center Presents Cast Party, we’re getting constructive and welcoming two very special guests: Bradley Everdyke, Senior Historic Preservation Architect, and Todd Piotrowski, Senior Associate at Carmina Wood Design! Get the inside scoop from the masterminds behind the Elevate Shea’s Expansion Project and hear firsthand what you can expect from every floor of Shea’s exciting ...

This week on Cast Party, we're shining a spotlight on one of Shea's very own Events & Hospitality Coordinators, Michelle Merlo!

Get the inside scoop on Shea's signature show-themed cocktails, how to reserve your table at the Shea's Bistro, why we love our friends at The Bijou, and what it takes to create an unforgettable guest experience from the moment you walk through our doors. So pull up a seat, raise a glass, and don't leav...

Join your favorite Party People for this week's episode of the Campus Catch-Up presented by Shea's Performing Arts Center. This week, we're gearing up for Theatre Night with the Buffalo Bisons coming to Sahlen Field on August 21st, a call to all local vendors and artists who would like to be a part of the Shea's Young Professionals' Shopping Soiree, and more. Plus, get ready for our next episode of Cast Party coming out Monday, Ju...

Alright, Party People, it's summertime! And you know what that means? It's time for some good old-fashioned backstage stories from the incredible people who make the magic happen at Shea's Buffalo.

This week on Cast Party, we're joined by Bill Hedrick, Shea's Technical Director of 23 years, to hear some of his favorite backstage stories, from his very first day on the job to a myriad of memorable run-ins with legendary artists and e...

School's out, summer is here, and that can only mean one thing. It is time for some Shea's Summer Theatre Camps!

This week on Cast Party, we're joined by Shea's resident teaching artist, Artie Award-winning actor, and all-around theatre enthusiast Ricky Needham. Hear firsthand about all the exciting educational programming coming to Shea's this summer, from Comedy on Cue to Actor's Edge, and learn what it's like balancing life as bo...

We've got the inside scoop on the Shea's 710 Theatre Frey Electric 2026–2027 Season this week on Cast Party! Join the gang as we sit down with not one, not two, but three incredible artistic leaders from Western New York who are bringing exciting productions to the 710 stage next season.

First up, Katie Mallinson of D'Youville Kavinoky Theatre joins us to spill the tea (and the bubbles!) on SpongeBob the Musical. Then, Scott B...

This week on Cast Party, we’re gearing up for the final production of the Shea’s 710 Theatre Frey Electric 2025–2026 Season with Road Less Traveled Productions’ A Few Good Men starring Nick Stevens as Lt. Daniel Kaffee and Renee Hawthorne as Lt. Cdr. JoAnne Galloway. Join the gang as we dive into Aaron Sorkin’s gripping script, what it means to be part of the Road Less Traveled ensemble, and what it&rs...

This week on Cast Party, we’re learning all about SUFFS and the Women’s Suffrage Movement as we gear up for the final show of the Five Star Bank 2025–26 Broadway Season! Join the gang as we dive into the power of historical musicals, the magic of musical study guides, and Shaina Taub’s incredible journey creating SUFFS. Plus, we explore what it means to learn about the groundbreaking work of the Women’...

Alright Party People, We’ve got an exciting new episode of Cast Party for you and there’s no day but today to tune in! This week, we’re joined by the one and only Ally Hasselback, local stage manager and production stage manager, who’s gearing up for Starring Buffalo’s RENT in Concert at Shea’s Buffalo this Saturday, May 9th! Check out the link in our bio to learn more about how to get tickets. J...

S2, Episode 8: Behind the Camera with Casting Buffalo & Lemur Studios

Lights, Camera, Cast Party! This week, the crew takes their first-ever field trip and dives into the world of on-camera acting with Peter Johnson and Harry Lipsitz of Casting Buffalo LLC, plus Jordan Lema of Lemur Studios! From acting for the camera to breaking into the Buffalo film community, the Actor’s Expo, Casting Buffalo's own podcasting, Podcastin...

Step right up! This week on Cast Party, the gang runs away to the circus with two incredible guests from Water for Elephants: Connor Sullivan (August) and Tyler West (Walter). Go behind the curtain to hear what to expect from the show — including its phenomenal score by Pigpen Theatre Co. — what life on the road is really like, and the surprisingly important question: just how many puppets are there… and more imp...

This week on Cast Party, the curtain is up on the brand-new Five Star Bank 2026–2027 Broadway Series, and we are ready to debrief, discuss, and dance! Join the gang as we break down the full lineup from Death Becomes Her to Operation Mincemeat sharing what each show is about and what you can expect this coming season. Plus, hear about our experience being part of this year’s live Season Announcement event! We’ve g...