Second Generation Theatre

Second Generation Theatre Founded in 2013, Second Generation Theatre Co. is a non profit theatre company in Buffalo, NY commit

OUR MISSION

Second Generation Theatre is a company committed to creating and presenting quality theatre in Buffalo, NY. By building on the strong theatre roots in the area, we will blend experience and ingenuity in a collaborative environment for theatre artists. We look equally to the tenured professionals and the rising talent in the WNY area and by doing so, will create quality productions of dramatic, comedic and musical classics.

And as new young dad Daniel, trying to figure it all out - it's our guy, Jake Hayes! 🩷Last seen in SGT's MERRILY WE ROLL...
06/02/2026

And as new young dad Daniel, trying to figure it all out - it's our guy, Jake Hayes! 🩷

Last seen in SGT's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, Jake is thrilled to be working with Second Generation again and is honored to help tell this story. You'll see this guy on every darn stage in the Buffalo theatre community, but most recently, he was on the biggest Shea's stage in Starring Buffalo's RENT In Concert as Benny! Jake would like to thank his Rose, family, and friends for their constant support. Love you, Gma.

🏥 6/15 @ 7pm - tiny father by Mike Lew, directed by Connor Graham

🔗 pre-registration highly recommended - register or find out more by clicking the link in our bio!

Thanks to our wonderful sponsors; , , The Shubert Foundation, and Sue Burgstahler in Memory of Earl Kunz

As the fiery, dedicated NICU nurse Caroline in our upcoming reading of tiny father, we are thrilled to welcome back to t...
05/29/2026

As the fiery, dedicated NICU nurse Caroline in our upcoming reading of tiny father, we are thrilled to welcome back to the 2nd Gen stage - Melinda Capeles! 🩷

Melinda is an award-winning Hard of Hearing performing artist, educator, and advocate based in Buffalo. A proud Ensemble Member of Road Less Traveled Theater, she has performed with organizations including Second Generation Theatre, Irish Classical Theatre Company, Theatre of Youth, Shakespeare in Delaware Park, Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney World, and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. Her work spans acting, dance, singing, voice-over work, acrobatics, clowning, and cinematic stunt performance. Melinda remains dedicated to fostering accessibility, inclusion, and collaboration between Deaf and hearing artists through the performing arts.

🏥 6/15 @ 7pm - tiny father by Mike Lew, directed by Connor Graham

🔗 pre-registration highly recommended - register or find out more by clicking the link in our bio!

Thanks to our wonderful sponsors; , , The Shubert Foundation, and Sue Burgstahler in Memory of Earl Kunz

Congratulations to all of the 35th Annual Artie Award Nominees! 2nd Gen is honored to celebrate our 13 nominations along...
05/24/2026

Congratulations to all of the 35th Annual Artie Award Nominees!
2nd Gen is honored to celebrate our 13 nominations alongside this incredible community. 🎉

Outstanding Production of a Musical- MAMMA MIA!
Outstanding Direction of a Musical- Lisa Ludwig, MAMMA MIA!
Outstanding Music Direction- Allan Paglia, URINETOWN
Outstanding Choreography- Kristy Cavanagh, URINETOWN
Outstanding Choreography- Michael Deeb Weaver, MAMMA MIA!
Outstanding Ensemble of a Musical- URINETOWN
Outstanding Leading Actor in a Musical- Marc Sacco, URINETOWN
Outstanding Leading Actress in a Musical- Kelly Copps, MAMMA MIA!
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Musical- Phil Farugia, MAMMA MIA!
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical- Arin Lee Dandes, URINETOWN
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical- Bethany Moore, MAMMA MIA!
Outstanding Performance in a Featured Role- Michael 'Bebe' Blasdell, PURE GLITTER
Outstanding Set Design, Chris Cavanagh, MAMMA MIA!

NEXT IN OUR FREE READING SERIES - tiny father by Mike Lew, directed by , starring and ! 👨🏾‍🍼🩷When a “friends with benef...
05/20/2026

NEXT IN OUR FREE READING SERIES - tiny father by Mike Lew, directed by , starring and ! 👨🏾‍🍼🩷

When a “friends with benefits” relationship unexpectedly results in the early arrival of a baby girl, Daniel must choose between being a biological parent or becoming a father. With the help of Caroline, a no-nonsense night nurse, the new dad learns to navigate the protocols and frustrations of NICU life on his uncertain path to parenthood.

🏥 6/15 @ 7pm - tiny father by Mike Lew, directed by Connor Graham

🔗 pre-registration highly recommended - register or find out more by clicking the link in our bio!

Thanks to our wonderful sponsors; , , The Shubert Foundation, and Sue Burgstahler in Memory of Earl Kunz

One final party in the apartment… HAPPY CLOSING to the cast and crew of PURE GLITTER!! It’s been a PURE joy!! 😭💖🥹✨🌈🍸PUR...
05/17/2026

One final party in the apartment… HAPPY CLOSING to the cast and crew of PURE GLITTER!! It’s been a PURE joy!! 😭💖🥹

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PURE GLITTER
By Douglas Lyons ()
May 1-17
Directed by Michael Gilbert-Wachowiak ()

Sponsored by Rich Products ()

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Before tomorrow’s Glitter and Be Gay event, we thought we’d share a little bit about THE Jimmy Janowski, for those of yo...
05/15/2026

Before tomorrow’s Glitter and Be Gay event, we thought we’d share a little bit about THE Jimmy Janowski, for those of you who may be miserably unaware… ✨

Winner of the 2017 Career Achievement Artie Award, Jimmy has been an iconic player of Buffalo theatre community for over 30 years. Just a few productions to name are Mommy Queerest, Silence! The Musical, The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelky, Cleopatra (pictured above in order, all produced by ). You can see him on stage next as Miss Tracy Mills in the production of The Legend of Georgia McBride, running May 29-June 20! And if you don’t know, NOW YOU KNOW!! 💋

It's your last chance for love this weekend!!! Starting with our 7:30 show tonight at the Shea's Smith Theatre! 💖✨🌈🍸PURE...
05/14/2026

It's your last chance for love this weekend!!! Starting with our 7:30 show tonight at the Shea's Smith Theatre! 💖

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PURE GLITTER
By Douglas Lyons ()
May 1-17
Directed by Michael Gilbert-Wachowiak ()

Sponsored by Rich Products ()

🎟️ for tix call (716)508-7480 🎟️
- $15 student tickets
- $37 general admission

🔗 or head over to the link in our bio!

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We're back this Thursday-Sunday for our final four performances! Who's gonna be there?! ✨🌈🍸PURE GLITTERBy Douglas Lyons ...
05/11/2026

We're back this Thursday-Sunday for our final four performances! Who's gonna be there?!

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PURE GLITTER
By Douglas Lyons ()
May 1-17
Directed by Michael Gilbert-Wachowiak ()

Sponsored by Rich Products ()

🎟️ for tix call (716)508-7480 🎟️
- $15 student tickets
- $37 general admission

🔗 or head over to sheas.org/performances/pure-glitter

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Shea’s Smith Theatre, 658 Main Street
Buffalo, NY
14202

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