2022-2023 DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND DANCE SEASON
Join the University at Buffalo Department of Theatre and Dance (THD) for a unique season of dance, musicals, and plays – where nationally recognized directors and choreographers work with esteemed faculty and emerging student talent from UB to produce innovative original productions which both entertain and explore the human condition. In challenging times the arts offer welcome comfort, perspective, escape, joy and intellectual stimulation.
THD’s 2022-2023 season of productions consists of ticketed, in-person performances at our traditional Amherst, NY home UB Center for the Arts, and the Katharine Cornell Theatre, on the UB North Campus. See each individual show listing for venue. We continue to observe all safety protocols for the best experience for our talented study body and dedicated patrons.
Season show graphics by Nicholas J. Taboni, with photographs by Ken Smith and Ryan Nappi.
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Special Thanks to our 2022-2023 Season Sponsors:
FALL 2022 PRODUCTIONS:
1. "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time"
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens
Directed by Thomas Hughes Bellavigna
October 7 - 8, 2022 @ 7:30pm
at UB Katharine Cornell Theatre
Adult: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $5 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
Is presented by special arrangement with
Dramatists Play Service, Inc. New York.
2. Zodiaque Dance Company 48th Season Fall Program
Directed by Kerry Ring and Michael Deeb Weaver
October 14 - 15, 2022 @ 7:30pm
October 15, 2022 @ 2pm
Plus UB DANCE DAY: October 16, 2022 @ 2pm*
at UB Center for the Arts Drama Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
*$30 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
*UB Dance Day is Sun. Oct. 16. See show description for more information.
3. "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Additional Material by Jay Reiss
Director and Choreographer: Terry Berliner
Music Direction: Matt Marco
October 27 - 29, 2022 and November 3 - 5, 2022 @ 7:30pm
October 29 - 30, 2022 and November 5 - 6, 2022 @ 2pm
at UB Center for the Arts Black Box Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
Photo by Ken Smith
4. Emerging Choreographers Showcase
Directed by Anne Burnidge
November 11 - 12, 2022 @ 7:30pm
November 13, 2022 @ 2pm
at UB Katharine Cornell Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
5. "Noises Off"
By Michael Frayn
Directed by Greg Natale
November 17 - 19, 2022 @ 7:30pm
November 19 - 20, 2022 @ 2pm
at UB Center for the Arts Drama Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
NOISES OFF
Is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
www.concordtheatricals.com
6. MFA Dance Showcase
Co-Directors: Abby Cass and Samantha Schmeer
Faculty Advisor: Ariel Nereson
December 2 - 3, 2022 @ 7:30pm
at UB Katharine Cornell Theatre
All seats: $5 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
SPRING 2023 PRODUCTIONS:
7. Zodiaque Dance Company 48th Season Spring Program
Co-Directed by Kerry Ring, Lynne Koscielniak and Michael Deeb Weaver
Choreographers: Jen Apter, Amanda Benzin, Matthew Clark, Michael Deeb Weaver, Rachael Leonard, Angel Mammoliti, Thomas Ralabate, Kerry Ring, and Bill Thomas
March 3 - 4, 2023 @ 7:30pm
March 4 - 5*, 2023 @ 2pm
at UB Center for the Arts Drama Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
*UB Dance Day is Sun. Mar. 5. See show description for more information.
$20 Adults, plus Facility/Service Fees (2pm performance)
$10 Students/Seniors, plus Facility/Service Fees (2pm performance)
$30 UB Dance Day Ticket, plus Facility/Service Fees (includes participatory pre-show events, per below, plus ticket to the 2pm performance)
**The $30 UB Dance Day Ticket includes:
· A participatory pre-show workshop for ages 14 and up in the UB Center for the Arts Dance Studios (Rooms B82 & B82 in the basement of building). Arrive at 12pm in the hallway outside of the Dance Studios for check-in.
· A dance class focusing on movement presented in the 2pm performance, and observation of company warm up, plus Q&A with UB dance majors. No specific dancewear required. Come dressed to move!
· Admission to "Zodiaque Dance Company 48th Season Fall 22 Program" 2 p.m. performance in the Drama Theatre.
· Questions: Email Professor Kerry Ring: kring2@buffalo.edu
· When purchasing a Dance Day Ticket online at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/zodiaque-dance-company-spring-2023-buffalo-new-york-03-05-2023/event/00005D05924F3541, click on the seat(s) you wish to purchase, then select the Dance Day Participant option from the pop-up menu for each Dance Day participant in your group.
A March 3, 10:30 a.m. performance for student and senior groups is available by reservation at (716) 645-6921.
8. "C'est La Vie"
By Gretchen Suárez-Peña
Directed by Derrian Brown and Aneesah Karam
March 3 - 4, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
at UB Katharine Cornell Theatre
Adult: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $5 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
This student directed project is associated with Dreams Affirmed, UB’s first student-run diversity club for students of color in the performing arts.
9. "Eurydice"
By Sarah Ruhl
Directed by Jon Elston
March 9 - 11, 2023 @ 7:30pm
March 11 - 12, 2023 @ 2pm
at UB Center for the Arts Black Box Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
EURYDICE
Is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
www.concordtheatricals.com
10. ChoreoLab
Directed by Jenna Zavrel
Choreographers: Melanie Aceto, Sidney Bowers, Kiara Cieslinski, Sophia Fino, Victoria-Rose Hyl, James Levy Jr., Moriah Markowitz, Samantha Schmeer, Gaitrie Subryan, and Brennah Woollis
March 31 - April 1, 2023 @ 7:30pm
April 1 - 2, 2023 @ 2pm
at UB Center for the Arts Black Box Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
11. MFA Dance Thesis Concert
Director: Ariel Nereson
Choreographers: Anna Caison Boyd, Abby Cass and Samantha Schmeer
April 14 - 15, 2023 @ 7:30pm
at UB Center for the Arts Black Box Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
12. Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Cinderella"
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
New Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II
Directed and co-choreographed by James Beaudry
Co-choreographed by Natasha McCandless
Music Direction by Matt Marco
April 27 - 29, 2023 and May 5 - 6, 2023 @ 7:30pm
April 29 - 30, 2023 and May 6 - 7, 2023 @ 2pm
at UB Center for the Arts Drama Theatre
Adult: $20 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
There will be a post-show Meet and Greet with Cinderella, The Prince, and cast members after all MATINEE performances. Photographs are permitted.
An April 28, 10am performance for student and senior groups is available by reservation at (716) 645-6921.
American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters will be provided for the May 6, 2pm public performance.
CINDERELLA
is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization.
www.concordtheatricals.com
13. Dancers Workshop
Directed by Juliana Guiffrida. Assistant Director: Lily Colligan
May 12, 2023 @ 7:30pm
May 13, 2023 @ 2pm
at UB Katharine Cornell Theatre
Adult: $15 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Student/Senior: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
14. Senior Dance Showcase
Directed by Natasha Skidmore and Madison Temple
May 14, 2023 @ 4pm
at UB Katharine Cornell Theatre
All seats: $10 + Facility/Ticketing Fees
Venues
UB Center for the Arts: (Drama Theatre, Black Box Theatre)
Tickets for Performances at UB Center for the Arts:
- $20.00 General Public + Facility/Ticketing Fees for most events.
- $10.00 Student/Senior Admission + Facility/Ticketing Fees.
- UB Students may use Campus Cash to purchase advance / day-of-show tickets at all Center for the Arts events.
- Information or Charge by Phone: 716-645-6915.
- Online purchase: www.ubcfa.org (select Calendar).
Katharine Cornell Theatre
Tickets for Performances at Katharine Cornell Theatre:
- Ticket prices range in this space, please check each event listing for prices.
- Campus Cash currently not accepted for Katharine Cornell Theatre events.
Contact
Press Inquiries and Group Sales:
Rob Falgiano
(716) 645-6921
rjf3@buffalo.edu