"Memories & Martinis" hits the stage virtually with O'Connell and Company Recorded live at the iconic Colored Musicians Club The popular theatre group O'Connell and Company has been proving the old adage that "the show must go on". Since COVID shut down their theatre last year, they have been presenting virtual productions. and last updated 2021-02-24 08:01:58-05 BUFFALO, NY (WKBW-TV) â The popular theatre group O'Connell and Company has been proving the old adage that "the show must go on". Since COVID shut down their theatre last year, they have been presenting virtual productions. Founder Mary Kate O'Connell says "Interaction with an audience is something that all of us in theatre desperately miss." adding " "During rough times actors become creative which is awesome."