Art/Theater

It's the most favorite musical Jim and Tony have never seen!

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony discuss the Jason Robert Brown musical The Last Five Years, which opens in Toronto. They also feature a musical selection from the show. In addition, they review the Alleyway's production of A Night in November, and the Jewish Repertory Theater's collaboration with Buffalo United Artists, Visiting Mr. Green.

Jim and Tony discuss A. R. Gurney's new play, Big Bill.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony discuss the difference between on- and off-Broadway, before reviewing Buffalo playwright A. R. Gurney's new show Big Bill. Tony also reviews the Stratford production of King Lear, which he saw in New York, and there are discussions of several Buffalo productions that are coming and going.

Remembering a Stephen Sondheim musical that only ran for six days on Broadway.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony note the 40th anniversary week of the opening (and closing) of Stephen Sondheim's Anyone Can Whistle. Tony also shares a story of a Buffalo connection to the original Funny Girl 40 years ago. Jet-setting Tony also tells about another visit to L-A, and the guys discuss local theater collaborations.

While We Were Bowling gets a strike, despite some technical gutter balls.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony review the O'Connell and Company production of Stephen Sondheim's Passion, with its great production and beautiful set. Also, a discussion about the 13th anniversary of Quickies at the Alleyway, and at Studio Arena, Tony enjoyed While We Were Bowling despite some tech problems. Tony also talks about his trip to Los Angeles.

Jim and Tony observe the 40th anniversary of a famous Broadway musical.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – After a quick musical sample from Passion, which opened this week at O'Connell and Company, Jim and Tony note that today is the 40th anniversary of the premiere of Funny Girl. They also talk about Communicating Doors at the Kavinoky, and tip us off on a couple of local shows that have extended their runs.

Jim and Tony offer a theatrical bouquet this week.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony had a busy week, with discussions of A Day in the Death of Joe Egg, a dark comedy at the New Phoenix Theatre. Also, Jim's take on Renewing Wright at Musicalfaire, and Tony's reaction to the Irish Classical Theatre performance of Translations at the Andrews Theatre. In addition, they discuss Not Now Darling and Communicating Doors on local stages.

Tony tells of seeing an opera about Jerry Springer, and we hear an excerpt.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Top o' the mornin' from Jim Santella, as he notes the arrival of Saint Patrick's Day next week. Then, Jim and Tony discuss local productions of Flanagan's Wake, Translations, and Renewing Wright, a musical about Frank Lloyd Wright's work in Buffalo with Darwin D. Martin. Tony also reviews the New York production of Jerry Springer the Opera.

Anthony Chase recaps his recent trip to London, New York and Miami.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – After two weeks off, Jim and Tony extend their thanks for your support during the WBFO Fundraiser. Tony also recaps his recent trip to London, featuring a trip to see Bombay Dreams.

Are Jim and Tony more like the new play "Wicked", or one of its songs "Popular"?

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony promise no wardrobe malfunctions, then talk about the new Stephen Schwartz musical Wicked, and feature its popular song, "Popular." Also, reviews of Tagged at the Alleyway Theatre, and the one-person show Paul Robeson Speaks Out with Willie Judson Jr., a presentation of Subversive Theater and Buffalo Entertainment Theater.

A review of Ujima Theatre's updated presentation of a classic Mark Twain story.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

The Sad Sacks are back (but aren't Jim and Tony here every week?)

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

A great review for the latest Studio Arena production, as well as a birthday song for Chita!

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony sing(!) happy birthday to Chita Rivera, then talk about the Studio Arena production of A Raisin in the Sun. They also discuss Fully Commited at the Kavinoky, the great language in the Irish Classical Theater's presentation of Misanthrope, and Musicalfaire's Song and Dance. Also, updates on what's opening around town.

Beat the cold snap in a warm theater!

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Baby, it's c-c-c-cold outside, so Jim and Tony suggest stopping in a nice warm theater to heat up. They discuss Andrew Lloyd Webber's Song and Dance at Musicalfare, a series of short plays called Escaping the Box at Pandora's Box in the Alleyway Theatre, and the one-man show Fully Committed at the Kavinoky. Also, what's new at Studio Arena, the Irish Classical Theatre, the Theater of Youth, and the Sphere.

Jim missed the brief run of a two-days-only Buffalo appearance of an off-Broadway play, but he has the CD.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Music from The Last Five Years and a preview of upcoming shows.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase

Buffalo, NY – Theatre Critics Jim Santella and Anthony Chase feature selections from the musical, The Last Five Year, which made a brief appearance in Buffalo for two shows in the past week. They also preview the opening of several new shows at area theatres.

Jim and Tony start 2004 with a trip to Oz.

By Jim Santella and Anthony Chase, WBFO

Buffalo, NY – Jim and Tony discuss the 2003 theater productions held over into the new year, and they feature Hugh Jackman's performance in The Boy From Oz. Also, a quick look at the Theatre of Youth's production of Pinocchio.