Kings of Disco cancel Village People concert at Scranton Cultural Center
From a press release: A concert by the Kings of Disco – a musical group featuring original and longtime members of the Village People – that was originally scheduled for Friday, June 21 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple has been canceled. The Scranton Cultural Center said the show “featuring Ray Simpson, […]
F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre announces indie film series lineup running June 5-Sept. 4
From a press release: In addition to its monthly classic movies series, the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre has announced the full lineup for this year’s W. Curtis Montz Film Series. The W. Curtis Montz Film Series features three documentary films, including “Halston,” the story of the famed fashion house; three […]
See classic movies like ‘Mary Poppins’ and ‘Harry Potter’ monthly at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre June 21-Dec. 20
From a press release: The building now known as the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts first opened its doors in 1938 as the Comerford Theatre, one of the area’s finest movie palaces. The Wilkes-Barre venue celebrated its 80th anniversary last year by paying tribute to its theatrical roots with classic movie screenings, and […]
Following sold-out listening party, Motionless In White adds Gallery of Sound meet and greet in Wilkes-Barre on June 7
From a press release: Last week, local active rock radio station 97.9X and the Gallery of Sound announced that Scranton metal band Motionless In White will return to their hometown area for a listening party celebrating the release of their new album, “Disguise,” at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, June 6. The […]
Punk feminist icon Allison Wolfe gives talk in Scranton at Weird & Wired Punk Bazaar and Zine Expo on June 8
From a press release: Third-wave feminist riot grrrl Allison Wolfe, the vocalist of 1990s all-female punk band Bratmobile and the co-founder of punk feminist fanzine Girl Germs, will be the featured guest at the Weird & Wired Punk Bazaar and Zine Expo in Scranton this Saturday, June 8. At this new event, artists, makers, zinesters, […]
Comedian Chris D’Elia brings Follow the Leader Tour to Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Nov. 2
From a press release: It was announced today that stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and podcast host Chris D’Elia, best known for his Comedy Central appearances and his roles on various television shows like “Whitney,” “Undateable,” and “The Good Doctor,” will bring his Follow the Leader Tour to the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Saturday, Nov. […]
The legendary Tony Bennett croons at Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Aug. 15
From a press release: It was announced today that legendary Grammy Award-winning crooner Tony Bennett will return to the Sands Bethlehem Event Center to sing on Thursday, Aug. 15 at 7:30 p.m. as part of his I Left My Heart Tour. Tickets, which are $85.75, $95.75, and $105.75, plus applicable fees, go on sale this […]
Scranton metal band Motionless In White hosts new album listening party at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on June 6
From a press release: It was announced today that Scranton metal band Motionless In White will return to their hometown area for a party celebrating the release of their new album, “Disguise,” at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, June 6, presented by Hazleton active rock radio station 97.9X and the Gallery of […]
Lancaster rap rockers From Ashes to New come to Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on July 13
From a press release: It was announced today that Lancaster rap rock band From Ashes to New, known for recent hit singles like “Crazy” and “Through It All,” will perform at the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Saturday, July 13 at 7 p.m. with special guests Palisades and Awake at Last. Tickets, which are $18 […]
Look up and learn Scranton history with free guided walking tours downtown June 8-Sept. 21
From a press release: Have you ever really looked closely at the buildings you pass by every day? If you’re interested in learning about the history and architecture of downtown Scranton, the Lackawanna Historical Society will offer guided walking tours at 11 a.m. on Saturdays during the summer. These free tours will focus on the […]
