Shea's Performing Arts Center presents Cast Party

Behind the Curtain with Bill Hedrick

Jul 13, 2026 · 51 min · 11 segments

Alright, Party People, it's summertime! And you know what that means? It's time for some good old-fashioned backstage stories from the incredible people who make the magic happen at Shea's Buffalo…

Alright, Party People, it's summertime! And you know what that means? It's time for some good old-fashioned backstage stories from the incredible people who make the magic happen at Shea's Buffalo. This week on Cast Party, we're joined by Bill Hedrick, Shea's Technical Director of 23 years, to hear some of his favorite backstage stories, from his very first day on the job to a myriad of memorable run-ins with legendary artists and everything in between. Trust us, Bill has stories for days! And did we mention Bill knows how to rock? Tune in to today's episode and then bike on over to Shea's Buffalo to catch Bill and his band, IOT, taking the Shea's 710 Cabaret Stage following the Shea's Centennial Slow Roll!

Alright, Party People, it's summertime! And you know what that means? It's time for some good old-fashioned backstage stories from the incredible people who make the magic happen at Shea's Buffalo…

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Behind the Curtain with Bill Hedrick

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Behind the Curtain with Bill Hedrick