Alleyway Theatre Set to Premiere New Comedy Inspired by Mystery Tropes
Alleyway Theatre in Buffalo is set to premiere "The Haunting of Hooverton Hotel," a new comedy by local playwrights Jacob Albarella and Jay Kaiser, which is inspired by classic mystery tropes and Saturday morning cartoons. A related podcast episode featuring…
Buffalo, NY, October 24, 2026 —
Alleyway Theatre in Buffalo is set to premiere The Haunting of Hooverton Hotel, a new comedy written by local playwrights Jacob Albarella and Jay Kaiser. The production is described as drawing inspiration from classic mystery tropes and Saturday morning cartoons.
The available information does not specify the premiere date, performance schedule, or further details about the play’s plot. It also does not say whether the work is part of a broader season or provide information about the cast and creative team beyond its two playwrights.
A related podcast episode featuring Albarella and Kaiser is also highlighted. The episode connects the playwrights with the production, but information provided does not identify its release date, platform, or subject matter beyond their participation.
The announcement brings together a new theatrical comedy and an accompanying audio feature, while leaving practical details about both unavailable. No ticketing information or additional production announcements were included in the summary.
Further information about when the premiere will take place, how audiences can attend, and what the podcast discusses was not provided. The stated description establishes the play’s authors and broad inspirations, but does not offer additional specifics about its setting, characters, or approach to comedy.
Story summarized from the original created by Daniel Lendzian on www.buffalorising.com, see more information here.
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