April 2023
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
ChoreoLab
Directed by Jenna Zavrel Choreographers: Melanie Aceto, Sidney Bowers, Victoria-Rose Hyl, James Levy, Moriah Markowitz, Samantha Schmeer, Gaitrie Subryan, and Brennah Woollis Mar. 31 – Apr. 1, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Apr. 1 – 2, 2023 at 2 p.m. UB CENTER FOR…
CAM Public Exhibition Tour: “Imaginary Worlds: Behind the Scenes with Niagara University Theatre”
“Imaginary Worlds: Behind the Scenes with Niagara University Theatre” Drop by the CAM on first Saturdays for a 45-minute pay-what-you-wish public tour of a current exhibition, followed by a 15-minute curator Q&A session. RSVP is encouraged. Join Niagara…
MFA Dance Thesis Concert
Directed by Ariel Nereson Choreographers: Anna Caison Boyd, Abby Cass, and Samantha Schmeer Apr. 14 - 15, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. UB CENTER FOR THE ARTS Black Box Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/search?q=mfa+dance+thesis+concert The annual MFA…
Slow Art Day
Join the CAM on Saturday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to participate in the Museum’s first Slow Art Day and look deeper into our ability to appreciate art. Slow Art Day is a global event with a simple mission: help more people discover for themselves…
Opening Reception | "Biological Regionalism: Niagara River, Western New York" by Alberto Rey
Celebrate the exhibition opening for "Biological Regionalism: Niagara River, Western New York by Alberto Rey," which explores the complexities of the Niagara River past and present. Utilizing lushly illustrated narratives, Rey capitalizes on his unique…
Art Express: Family-Friendly Workshop | Flower Power Hour (Earth Day Session)
This month's Art Express theme is Flower Power Hour. Participants will celebrate Earth Day with an empowering exploration of nature, landscapes, and wildlife, and create earth-inspired artwork. Art Express allows children ages 6 to 12 to partake in fun-filled…
2023 Spring Open
On Sunday, April 23, Waxlight Bar a' Vin will host its twice-annual professional cocktail competition. The 2023 Spring Open has an 80s theme, so competitors Keith Raimondi of The Dapper Goose., Esmay Charm of Inizio, Megan Lee of Marble +Rye, Brett…
Currents | Arts & Culture Discussion Series - Preserving Local Landmarks
Mark your calendars! The theme of our Currents: Arts & Culture Discussion Series on is 'Preserving Local Landmarks' presented by Saladin Allah from the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area. Limited seating is available. Light refreshments will be served.…
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 BeaudryCo-choreographed by Natasha McCandless Apr. 27 - 29, 2023 and May 5 – 6, 2023…
Gilding the Guilt - A Folger Shakespeare Library Workshop
Join Lauren Belfer, author of "City of Light," for an illustrated lecture, book sale & signing at the downtown Central Library on Thursday April 27 from 4-5:30 p.m. Shortly after Lauren Belfer’s presentation there will be a conversation (“Shakespeares…
“Tales from the Porch Extensions: Featuring Fokus’d Kreatives” with Aitina Fareed-Cooke
Aitina Fareed-Cooke developed the Tales from the Porch project in 2019 under Get Fokus’d Productions as an opportunity to amplify the stories and the voices of members of the Buffalo, NY community. In 2022 the Tales from the Porch project focused on…
“Tales from the Porch Extensions: Featuring Fokus’d Kreatives” with Aitina Fareed-Cooke
Aitina Fareed-Cooke developed the Tales from the Porch project in 2019 under Get Fokus’d Productions as an opportunity to amplify the stories and the voices of members of the Buffalo, NY community. In 2022 the Tales from the Porch project focused on…
Read It & Eat Book Fair and Market
Shop tons of Buffalo and WNY's best local book vendors and artisan food businesses as you stock up on Book Lover Essentials, gather gifts for Mother's Day, and prepare for the Spring season!Meet local goof and book vendors while supporting a local non-profit…
Author Talks: Stephen G. Eoannou
Local author Stephen G. Eoannou will be reading from his books Rook and Yesteryear at the downtown Central Library on Saturday April 29 from 4:00 – 4:45 PM in the Ring of Knowledge. Stephen G. Eoannou is the award-winning author of Rook, the short story…