Almost, Maine: A Review

Almost, Maine: A Review

Almost, Maine took the stage for Student/Press Night on Thursday, February 6th, 2025. Local critic Ben Sharp penned a review just in time for Opening Night: The Plaza Theatre’s production of Almost, Maine is, quite simply, almost perfect. Set to run from Feb. 7...
It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play: A Review

It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play: A Review

It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play took the stage for Student/Press Night on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024. Local critic Ben Sharp penned a review just in time for Opening Night: During a time of year that has become synonymous with hustle, bustle, and...
Misery: A Review

Misery: A Review

Misery took the stage for Student/Press Night on Thursday, October 17th, 2024. Local critic Ben Sharp penned a review just in time for Opening Night: Brad and Angelina? How about Goldie and Kurt? That’s a hard pass for me. When it comes to powerhouse acting couples,...
The Music Man: A Review

The Music Man: A Review

The Music Man took the stage for a combined Chamber Night and Student/Press Night on Thursday, August 1st. Local critic Ben Sharp penned a review jut in time for Opening Night: From stirring vocals to exquisite costumes to extraordinary dance numbers, it’s hard to...
Deathtrap: A Review

Deathtrap: A Review

Deathtrap took the stage for Student & Press Night on Thursday, April 18th. Local critic Ben Sharp penned a review jut in time for Opening Night: Of all the productions that have come and gone over the years, it’s clear that the Wharton Plaza Theatre’s Deathtrap...
Moon Over Buffalo: A Review

Moon Over Buffalo: A Review

Moon Over Buffalo took the stage February 10th-18th. Local critic Ben Sharp penned a review following the show on Friday, February 16th: A famous fictional Roman general once asked the question, “Are you not entertained?” Well, when it comes to the Wharton...