In 2008, after nearly 15 years as one of Buffalo's premier music venues, the Showplace Theater (1065 Grant St.) closed its doors. The iconic venue hosted many legendary performances over the years from nationals like the Cramps and the Damned to popular local groups like the Imports and the Budgets. As a little kid, it was always my dream to play the Showplace, and as I got older, I was privileged enough to make that dream a reality several times over. When the closing was announced (the place was practically falling apart) the music community was in shambles; tears were shed, memories were recounted, and a silent fear echoed throughout the scene...what now?
Not long ago the old Showplace was purchased, and since that time renovations have been under way to clean the place up and restore it to its former glory. Anyone who remembers those bathrooms will know that this is no easy undertaking.
Tonight will be a coming out party of sorts for the landmark theater. While Showplace is not officially set to open as a venue (just yet), they are opening their doors for one night; a celebration of all things St. Paddy's. Irish for a Day. The party (doors at 4pm) will include performances by popular local acts Breckenwood, Crashfuse, Cosmic Shakedown and Sleepy Hahas (check em out below). Additionally there will be Irish food aplenty and an endless flow of (what else?) beer. Go for the bands, go for the eats, or just go to see what Showplace looks like nowadays. I, for one, am curious.
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