Stomp Returns To Shea's

Stomp Returns To Shea's

BUFFALO, NY (January 30, 2008) — STOMP, the international percussion sensation, makes its triumphant return to Shea's Performing Arts Center, February 15-17, 2008 as a Special Engagement for five performances. After playing to sell-out crowds for over 12 seasons, STOMP continues its phenomenal runs with one North American touring company, two productions overseas - a permanent London company and a European tour - and the New York company’s continuous sell-out run at The Orpheum Theatre, which celebrates its 14th Anniversary this February, 2008.

From its beginnings as a street performance in the UK, STOMP has grown into an international phenomenon over the past 11 years, having performed in over 350 cities in 36 countries worldwide. For tickets (27.50 – 47.50), call Ticketmaster at 852-5000, go to www.ticketmaster.com or any Ticketmaster outlet including Shea’s Ticket Office and Macy’s Dept. Store. For groups, call 829-1154. Performances are Fri. 2/15 at 8 p.m.; Sat. 2/16 at 5 p.m. & 9 p.m. and Sun. 2/17, 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.

STOMP, an overwhelming success marked by rave reviews, numerous awards, and sell-out engagements, is the winner of an Olivier Award for Best Choreography (London's Tony Award), a New York Obie Award, a Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatre Experience, and a Special Citation from Best Plays. The young performers “make a rhythm out of anything we can get our hands on that makes a sound,” says co-creator/director Luke Cresswell. Stiff-bristle brooms become a sweeping orchestra; Zippo lighters flip open and closed to create a fiery fugue; wooden poles thump and clack in a rhythmic explosion. STOMP uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – trashcans, tea chests, plastic bags, plungers, boots, and hubcaps – to fill the stage with compelling and infectious rhythms.

“STOMP is as crisp and exuberant as if it had opened yesterday,” says The New York Times.

The San Francisco Chronicle declares “STOMP has a beat that just won’t quit!”

“A phenomenal show! Bashing, crashing, smashing, swishing, banging and kicking – a joyous invention!” says the Chicago Tribune. •Staff