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Chez Ami: The Home of the "Revolving Bar"

In the 1930s and 40s, "The Chez" was the place to go for a glamorous night out. Sandy Sease recalls the history of this iconic Buffalo restaurant, as only a family member can.

The Canisius College Passion Play: Epic Revival of a Theatrical Epic

The Passion Play staged by Canisius College in the early 20th century were on a scale the likes of which the city of Buffalo had never seen. Here we revisit these epic theatrical productions.

What Does a Bass Drum Mean? The Buffalo Silver Band

What began as a small church band has evolved to become one of Western New York's most unique musical ensembles.

Endnotes: The Chautauqua Amphitheater Continues to Make Headlines

An update on the state of Chautauqua's beloved amphitheater.

Endnotes: Don Messick: Buffalo’s Man of a Thousand Voices

You may not recognize his name, but most people will recognize at least one of the many characters this Buffalo native helped bring to life.

Endnotes: The Colored Musicians Club Jazz Museum

Music still pours out of 145 Broadway, home to the historic Colored Musicians Club and its new jazz museum, which opened last fall.

Marilyn Monroe and the Making of "Niagara"

George Bailey recalls the filming of Niagara in Niagara Falls, Ontario, in 1952 and reflects on its lasting legacy.

Lights, Camera…Action! The History of the Film Industry in Buffalo

From the unveiling of Thomas Edison’s kinetoscope to Buffalo’s Film Row to The Natural, which filmed 30 years ago this summer, we have a long and colorful history with the movie business.

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