Shea's Announces October Lineup Featuring Hell's Kitchen, Sweeney Todd, and More

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The Buffalo venue will feature Broadway touring productions, regional theatre, comedy, and free family programming across three stages.

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Shea’s Performing Arts Center will present a range of theater, comedy, community events and family programming across its three Buffalo stages in October. The lineup includes the touring production of Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen , along with productions of Hair , Bat Boy and Sweeney Todd .

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The full October schedule is below:

Produced by MusicalFare Theatre

Shea's 710 Theatre, 710 Main Street, Buffalo

Produced by Second Generation Theatre

Shea's Smith Theatre, 654 Main Street, Buffalo

Part of Shea's Creative Exchange Series, Sponsored by KeyBank

The evening pairs Buffalo ComedySportz' fast-paced, referee-led improv format with spooky specialty cocktails and candy for the crowd. Those looking to get into the Halloween spirit early are welcome to come dressed in costume for a chance to win great prizes. Cover is just $5 payable online or at the door.

Shea's Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo

By the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County

Shea's Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo

Produced by MusicalFare Theatre

Shea's 710 Theatre, 710 Main Street, Buffalo

Shea's Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo

Shea's Smith Theatre, 654 Main Street, Buffalo

Shea's Free Film Series is made possible thanks to grant support from Erie County, along with media partner WUFO – Power 96.5 Radio .

This event is free, but seating is limited. Tickets must be reserved online.

Part of the Five Star Bank 2026-27 Broadway Season

Shea's Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo.

To purchase tickets or for more information on Shea's events visit https://www.sheas.org/ .

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