This week on Cast Party, presented by Shea’s Performing Arts Center, it’s a new year and we’re kicking off Season 2! We’re setting our New Year’s resolutions and getting ready for the Party of the Century at Shea’s Buffalo on January 16th, celebrating 100 Years of Shea’s. New season. New year. A century of wonder — and we're just getting started. For 100 years old, we're feeling pretty good.

The party continues in 2026 with season 2 of the Cast Party Podcast.

This week on Cast Party, we’re closing out the year and Season 1 with a very special guest — the one and only Vinny Murphy! Who you might recognize his name from the many shout-outs we’ve been giving him since our second episode of Cast Party. Join us as we chat with Vinny about being a local performer, the life of an understudy, and some seriously underrated musicals you’ll want to add to your must-see list. As we head into the new year, we’ve got one resolution on our minds: see more theatre with Vinny. Tune in for a heartfelt, fun, and fitting finale! And stay tuned for Season 2 in 2026!

This week on Cast Party, we’re getting into the Holiday Spirit by welcoming back our very first Behind the Curtain guest, Rachael Fedor! She joins us to help roll out the red carpet for the Company of Cirque du Soleil as they tumble into the 716 for performances of ’Twas the Night Before running December 18th–28th. Plus — a Cast Party first — the gang delivers a special dramatic holiday reading of a poem that might sound a little familiar. So grab your Tom and Jerrys, light the fire, and get cozy — we’ve got a festive episode you won’t want to miss!

This week on Cast Party, we’re getting into the Holiday Spirit with a magical interview featuring local artist — and featured soloist in our upcoming production of The Nutcracker — Adrien Malof! Join us as Adrien shares her cherished memories of growing up with Neglia Ballet Company, her journey as an artist, and her many holiday adventures performing at Shea’s. We can’t wait to see her twirl back onto our stage this season! Don’t miss The Nutcracker, co-produced by Neglia Ballet, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, and Shea’s, running December 5th–7th.

This week on Cast Party, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible volunteers who keep Shea’s Buffalo thriving! We’re sitting down with our very own Young Professional, Kacy Carbone, to chat about the exciting projects the YPs have brewing—including the brand-new Centennial Calendar, on sale now! Kacy shares her journey as an artist and teaching artist, gives us an inside look at the Young Professionals program, and even treats the gang to her favorite vocal warm-up. We’re feeling warmed up and ready—don’t miss this all-new episode!

This week on Shea's Performing Arts Center presents Cast Party, we’re seeing green and pink because it’s officially Wicked time!Join us as we gush over our favorite memories of seeing Wicked, share our wild journeys across Western New York in pursuit of the coveted Wicked merch, and put Kenny and Julianna to the test with Official Wicked Trivia!We’re dancing through life and straight into Wicked at Shea’s Buffalo — flying in November 12th through 30th!

This week on Cast Party, we’re getting into the Halloween spirit — by talking to some spirits!

Join us as we sit down with Chelsea Gill — local medium, history buff, paranormal investigator, and newest friend of the pod — for a hauntingly good chat about her walk through Shea’s and what (or who) she might have encountered roaming the halls.

Hear about Chelsea’s clairvoyant journey, her time exploring Shea’s, and her advice on what to do if you ever have your own paranormal experience.

Nothing says Spooky Season like hanging out with Buffalo’s best ghost whisperer — tune in… if you dare.