Of all the unfortunate myths about Buffalo, there are some that are just flat-out false.
Some might argue that all Buffalo has is snow and chicken wings. Others might say that there isn't enough entertainment to keep those freezing Buffalonians busy at night.
They would all be wrong.
The secret to keeping a wintry evening full of joy is leaving the comfort of a warm home and experiencing the abundance of local performances. Truth be told, high-profile acts don't always come to the Queen City - they prefer to visit larger local markets like Toronto or Cleveland. But that doesn't mean there is a lack of entertainment here.
Whether it's music or theater, large venue or small, this season's calendar of events puts all harsh rumors to rest.
MUSIC
| Kiss 98.5 Kissmass Bash | Sat., Dec. 13 | HSBC Arena |
| Harry Connick, Jr. | Fri., Dec. 19 | SheaOs Performing Arts Center |
| Tribute to Joe Strummer | Fri., Dec. 19 | Mohawk Place |
| Lowest of the Low | Dec. 19-20 | The Tralf |
THEATER
| OThe Lion in WinterO | Nov. 13-Dec. 14 | Kavinoky Theater |
| "Ebenezer S.O | Dec. 4-23 | Buffalo Ensemble Theater |
| OThe Best Christmas Pageant EverO | Dec. 5-27 | Theater of Youth |
| "A Christmas CarolO | Dec. 18-21 | Forbes Theater |
| "Song and DanceO | Jan. 8-Feb. 8 | MusicalFare |
CENTER FOR THE ARTS
| Girls Choir of Harlem | Sat., Dec. 13 | Mainstage |
| A Garfield Christmas | Sat., Dec. 27 | Mainstage |
OUT OF TOWN
| "The ProducersO | --- | Canon Theater, Toronto |
| "CopenhagenO | --- | Winter Garden Theater, Toronto |
| George Carlin | Fr., Dec. 12 | Roy Thompson Hall, Toronto |
| Snoop Dogg | Sat., Dec 20 | Ricoh Coliseum, Toronto |
| David Bowie and Macy Gray | Wed., Jan 7 | Convention Center, Cleveland |
Photo: Courtesy of Laron Fomby
