Shea's Performing Arts Center presents Cast Party

Cast Party is at the Gate

This week on Cast Party, we’re learning all about SUFFS and the Women’s Suffrage Movement as we gear up for the final show of the Five Star Bank 2025–26 Broadway Season! Join the gang as we dive into the power of historical musicals, the magic of musical study guides, and Shaina Taub’s incredible journey creating SUFFS. Plus, we explore what it means to learn about the groundbreaking work of the Women’s Suffrage Movement through song. Funny, poignant, and deeply inspiring, SUFFS is a celebration of the wonderful women in our lives and all those who paved the way before us. We're ready at the Gate!

Behind the Curtain with Ally Hasselback

Alright Party People, We’ve got an exciting new episode of Cast Party for you and there’s no day but today to tune in! This week, we’re joined by the one and only Ally Hasselback, local stage manager and production stage manager, who’s gearing up for Starring Buffalo’s RENT in Concert at Shea’s Buffalo this Saturday, May 9th! Check out the link in our bio to learn more about how to get tickets. Join us as we dive into what makes Starring Buffalo such a unique theatrical experience, what to consider when looking into graduate school, and what it really means to be a professional stage manager! Everyone to your places!

Behind the Camera with Casting Buffalo & Lemur Studios

S2, Episode 8: Behind the Camera with Casting Buffalo & Lemur Studios Lights, Camera, Cast Party! This week, the crew takes their first-ever field trip and dives into the world of on-camera acting with Peter Johnson and Harry Lipsitz of Casting Buffalo LLC, plus Jordan Lema of Lemur Studios! From acting for the camera to breaking into the Buffalo film community, the Actor’s Expo, Casting Buffalo's own podcasting, Podcasting Buffalo, and what it really takes to book your first gig — we’re talking all things film. Plus, get the inside scoop from Jordan on Buffalo’s own 48-Hour Film Project and what makes it such a can’t-miss event. There's no business like show business, and we're ready to talk shop.

Behind the Curtain with Connor Sullivan and Tyler West

Step right up! This week on Cast Party, the gang runs away to the circus with two incredible guests from Water for Elephants: Connor Sullivan (August) and Tyler West (Walter). Go behind the curtain to hear what to expect from the show — including its phenomenal score by Pigpen Theatre Co. — what life on the road is really like, and the surprisingly important question: just how many puppets are there… and more importantly, how many of them have names? There’s still plenty of time to dive into Water for Elephants, the beloved novel that inspired this gorgeously imaginative Broadway musical! Join the ride!

Operation: New Season!

This week on Cast Party, the curtain is up on the brand-new Five Star Bank 2026–2027 Broadway Series, and we are ready to debrief, discuss, and dance! Join the gang as we break down the full lineup from Death Becomes Her to Operation Mincemeat sharing what each show is about and what you can expect this coming season. Plus, hear about our experience being part of this year’s live Season Announcement event! We’ve got some serious theatre shop talk coming your way… because the hills are alive with the sound of a great new lineup!