Actor Keanu Reeves Back in BuffaloBuffalo, NY (2009-11-20)Actor Keanu Reeves was back in Buffalo Friday scouting out the area for the filming of his next movie -- Henry's Crime.
Theatre Talk: Fri. November 20, 2009Buffalo, NY(2009-11-20)Theater critics Jim Santella and Anthony Chase review "Fiddler on the Roof" at the Shea's Performing Arts Center and more.
Babel Series Features Award-Winning Author Ha Jin Buffalo, NY(2009-11-19)The Just Buffalo Literary Center's Babel series on Friday night features an international author who adopted a new language and a new country. Chinese born writer Ha Jin came to the United States to study English. He ended up staying and choosing to write exclusively in English. The bold decision paid off. His 1999 novel, Waiting earned him the National Book Award. WBFO's Joyce Kryszak talked with Ha Jin about learning to live and write in a foreign culture.
Crewdson Sheds Light on His Unique Photography Style Buffalo, NY(2009-11-19)Most professional photographers are used to carrying around lots of equipment. They might have a couple of cameras, plenty of lenses and perhaps a tripod. But artist Gregory Crewdson hauls around an entire film crew. The work he produces is on exhibit at galleries all over the world, including the Albright Knox Art Gallery. Friday night Crewdson will be in town for Gusto at the gallery. He'll sit down with curators at 7:00 P.M. for an "Inside the Artists Studio" Q&A.
Hill Family Tragedy Inspires Pro Love TourBuffalo, NY(2009-11-18)Two and a half months ago a fiery six-car crash on the Niagara Thruway brought tragedy to one of Buffalo's most beloved theatre families. Despite heroic efforts, seven year-old Asa Hill, the grandson of Ujima Theatre co-founder Lorna Hill, died from injuries he sustained in the accident. But the tragic loss inspired his family and the community to come together. On Friday, dozens of musicians, artists and poets will come together again for the first Pro Love Tour.
UB Education Week Features Expert on Afghanistan Buffalo, NY(2009-11-18)UB is partnering with the United States Departments of State and Education this week to foster greater awareness of global issues. Events are scheduled throughout the week as part of International Education Week. The keynote address will be delivered Wednesday night by Georgetown University professor Paula Newburg. She heads Georgetown's Institute for Diplomacy and is a special advisor to the United Nations on Afghanistan. The topic of her lecture is, "What Next for Afghanistan."
Fiddler on the Roof Opens in Buffalo with Seasoned CastBuffalo, NY(2009-11-17)The Broadway tour of Fiddler on the Roof opens Tuesday night in Buffalo at Sheas Performing Arts Center. The production was originally billed as the farewell tour of the show's long-time star, Chaim Topol. However, Topol will no longer be touring with the show because of a medical emergency. The actor has made the central character Tevye's name synonymous with his own. But his replacement in the Buffalo production has spent the last two decades sharing his own identity with Tevye.
Theatre Talk: Friday, November 13, 2009Buffalo, NY(2009-11-13)Theater critics Jim Santella and Anthony Chase review the Buffalo theater scene. They talk about Topol's dropping out of "Fiddler on the Roof," which opens next week at the Shea's Performing Arts Center.
Musician Ron Hawkins Presents "Art and Music"Buffalo, NY(2009-11-13)Canadian musician Ron Hawkins brings his art to Buffalo this weekend -- literally. Hawkins will feature his new solo CD in a concert. But he'll also be displaying portraits he painted of some famous musicians.
Residents Cheer Extreme Home Makeover "Neighborhood Edition" Buffalo, NY(2009-11-13)Thousands of volunteers continue to race against time to complete an extreme home makeover for a family on the west side. But the ABC television show has transformed much more than a house.
BP Chorus Distinguishes Itself with New SeriesBuffalo, NY(2009-11-13)You know them as the chorus that sings classical, choral masterworks with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. But the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus' proud association with the orchestra has some drawbacks. You might say, the BP Chorus has a bit of an identity crisis. Many people incorrectly assume the chorus is part of the orchestra. Now, the BP Chorus hopes to distinguish itself with its first community concert series - Buffalo Sings!
Irish Classical Theatre Production Features NewcomerBuffalo, NY(2009-11-12)The Irish Classical Theatre Company is presenting its production of "Soemone Who'll Watch Over Me" by Frank McGuiness. The show stars artistic director Vincent O'Neill along with regular Dan Walker and newcomer Lou Colaiacovo. WBFO's Kelli Bocock-Natale sat down in our studios to speak with Lou about the production and his first experience working with the critically acclaimed acting company.
WNY Region's History Provides Backdrop for 2010 Regional Art ExhibitBuffalo, NY(2009-11-12)The area's leading art curators announced plans yesterday for an ambitious region-wide art exhibit in 2010. The exhibition builds on two earlier Beyond - In Western New York biennials.
Funding Shores Up Hull House Foundation Buffalo, NY(2009-11-11)Restoration of an historic farmstead in Lancaster is on schedule thanks to some recent foundation and government grants. The Hull House recently received $50,000 from the John R. Oishei Foundation and $40,000 from the Community Foundation of Greater Buffalo. That is in addition to a United States Environmental Protection Agency grant received to help with the preservation effort. WBFO's Joyce Kryszak talked with Hull House Foundation president Gary Costello about their vision for the site.
River Run and UB Launch Scholars in the Schools Buffalo, NY(2009-11-09)For the past couple years, UB's Scholars at Muse series has given the public a chance to sit in on college lectures without having to attend college. Professors from UB offer lectures on the humanities throughout the semester at the Albright Knox Art Gallery. Now, the popular series is giving some high school students the same opportunity. WBFO's Joyce Kryszak tells us more about the new program, Scholars in the Schools.
Theatre Talk: Friday, November 6, 2009Buffalo, NY(2009-11-06)Theater Critics Jim Santella and Anthony Chase review the Buffalo area's theater scene, including the new Road Less Traveled Productions presentation of "American Deal."
Arts in Education Institute Targets College Students and AdultsBuffalo, NY(2009-11-02)For a quarter of a century, the Arts in Education Institute has enriched learning for school children throughout Western New York. Now, the Institute is bringing it program to college students and adults.
Theatre Talk: Friday, October 30, 2009Buffalo, NY(2009-10-30)Theater Critics Jim Santella and Anthony Chase review the Buffalo theater scene. Click the audio player above to hear Theatre Talk now or use your podcasting software to download it to your computer or iPod.
