OFF ROAD with Peter Palmisano - An RLTP Podcast
Speaking to some of the most fascinating people in Buffalo, both in theater and beyond, Palmisano brings their story to light.
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Episodes
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Monday Aug 16, 2021
The growth of dinner theater, from John Cimasi to Jay Desiderio, takes center stage in this edition, but it's quickly joined by Vincent O’Neill and Neal Radice, as the seeds of their theaters are planted and develop. Finally, the creation of the Artie Awards brings excitement and friendly competition to the arts scene.
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
In this episode, we learn about the Buffalo Entertainment/Ensemble Theatre from Bob Waterhouse, plus more from Messrs. Elkin, Radice, and Chase, along with a discussion of the growth of community theater by Peter and Tony. Plus, the saga of the birth of the Kavinoky Theatre concludes with final thoughts from David Lamb, and much much more!
Monday Jul 19, 2021
Monday Jul 19, 2021
As we continue through our timeline, the “Modern Age” gets so busy we could only cover five years of events! This time we hear about the roots of The Kavinoky, Shakespeare in Delaware Park, and Ujima…along with other surprises during this very active time.
Sunday Jul 04, 2021
Sunday Jul 04, 2021
Peter’s on his own starting with this episode. But he is joined via audio clips by some of the most important people in Buffalo theatre history from 1962-1973, as the Studio Arena, African American Cultural Center, and Theatre of Youth begin producing!
Monday Jun 21, 2021
Monday Jun 21, 2021
Covering a fifty-year period in which there was almost too much to talk about, this amazing podcast includes Al Jolson’s appearance at the Teck Theater, the Studio Arena precursor known as the Buffalo Players, The African American Cultural Center’s birth, The Town Casino, and the grand opening of "The Wonder Theatre”: Shea’s Buffalo! Plus, Anthony Chase makes the first of many welcome appearances.
Monday Jun 07, 2021
Monday Jun 07, 2021
In this first chapter, Peter is joined by Steve Cichon and Ron Ehmke, both fans of Buffalo and its rich history. Included in the discussion are the very first mentions of “theatre” after the War of 1812, Michael Shea’s first ventures into the entertainment world, and the birth of the “First Lady of The Theatre” Katharine Cornell.
Monday May 24, 2021
Monday May 24, 2021
John Murphy is well known as the premier local broadcaster who is the voice of the Buffalo Bills. But in this episode of OFF ROAD, he uses that voice to talk about his life, his upbringing, and his future with the Bills and other ventures.
Monday May 10, 2021
Monday May 10, 2021
Musician Tom Makar is one of many working behind the scenes to give you a more engrossing audio experience at the theater. What does he do and how did he arrive on the scene? Find out in this edition of Off Road!
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Jennifer O’Neill and George Pittas join Peter to explain how they turned Buffalo into one of the most desirable film destinations in the world. It didn’t happen by intent, but it did happen practically over night, with a lot of hard work!
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
How do you go from a multitude of children and grandchildren, to work as a nurse administrator, to volunteer activities at a mission, to the stage? Dave Marciniak does it well…and that includes talking to Peter about all of it!