A Brand New, Family-Friendly Musical
"It is on very rare occasions that we find something so special that, although we’ve just discovered it, feels as if we have loved it all of our lives. ‘The Calico Buffalo’ is that special something. A brand new classic." - Craig J George, Director
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+ )
TIMES SQUARE CHRONICLES
NYMF CAST
NYMF PRODUCTION STILLS
NYMF PROMO
SONG SAMPLES
(Recorded at New Warsaw Studio, Brooklyn, NY)
OUR CREATIVE TEAM
OUR NYMF PRODUCTION TEAM
OUR MUSICIANS
OUR NYMF CREW
INDUSTRY REVIEWS
“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
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