Winner of the NYMF Audience Award
‘BEST of FEST’
A word from the Calico Buffalo…
“Lucky kids who get to see this show–they might shed some prejudices on their way out the door or better still grow up without them.” – Tom Kirdahy, Producer
SYNOPSIS
When the firstborn son to the Queen of all buffalo arrives covered, nose-tip to tail, with the spots of a calico kitten, the Queen, her Chief and the entire buffalo nation are sent tumbling into the adventure of a lifetime. Including themes such as acceptance, diversity, female empowerment and the ultimate power of forgiveness, ‘The Calico Buffalo’ is a compelling theatrical experience that will delight all ages, delight the child in each of us. A joy-filled celebration of the right to be or look or feel different. Crafted in the tradition of a timeless fable and infused with an eclectic Broadway pop score, ‘The Calico Buffalo’ is a whimsical and heartwarming tale, designed for a multi-ethnic cast of as few as 8 actors, or as many as 25 or more.
( for ages 6 to 106+ )
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INDUSTRY REVIEWS
“We can always use a brand new legend in this old world and now we have one, The Calico Buffalo. Bravo to EJ Stapleton” – Liz Smith
“UTTERLY CHARMING”
“Directed by Craig J. George, this staging has a lot going for it.”
Laura Collins-Hughes, NY Times
“The Calico Buffalo Has Set the Bar Almost Out of Reach… If you love musical theatre, this is a DO NOT MISS!!!!!”
Suzanna Bowling, the Times Sq. Chronicle
“Some of the most thrilling minutes you’ll spend at the New York Musical Theatre Festival this year are to be found at the very start of THE CALICO BUFFALO”
Matthew Murray, Talkin’ Broadway.com
“The Calico Buffalo is a delightful family-friendly musical. Immensely satisfying and life-affirming. I applaud its obviously TRUE and STRONG HEART”
Rob Lester, Nightlife Exchange.com
“Extraordinarily Beautiful, Innovative, and Genius. With an incomparable vision and a vibrant story, the Calico Buffalo is on its way to a long and prosperous theatrical life.”
Michael Block, TheaterInTheNow.com
“SONGS for the FALLEN and THE CALICO BUFFALO top the NYMF Awards for Excellence”
BroadwayWorld.com
“Endearing Thoughtful Provocative” “A well-crafted story filled with lessons of life that one would never be too old or too young to learn.”
Joseph Verlezza, Theater Reviews Ltd
“The Calico Buffalo is a highlight of the New York Music Theatre Festival, which is backed by solid performances and a strong creative team, and teaches a lesson which is meaningful for any individual—whether child, adult, or animal.”
Ryan Mikita, TheatreScene.net
“Stampede over to NYMF and catch this captivating musical!”
Eva Heinemann, Hi! Drama
Thank you for your time!
CONTACT
EJ Stapleton
contact: 323-839-2702
ej@ejstapleton.com
Michael Mahan Legal Representation Peikoff Mahan Law Office, PC 173 E. Broadway, Suite C-1 New York, NY 10002 contact: 212-343-9600 michael@peikoffmahan.com
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