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Philly folk singer Birdie Busch plays free show at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on July 20

Philly folk singer Birdie Busch plays free show at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on July 20

From a press release: Acclaimed Philadelphia folk singer/songwriter Birdie Busch and her band will play a free concert at the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Thursday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m. To comply with local ordinances, patrons need a ticket, which can be ordered on the Opera House website, by calling 570-325-0249, […]

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Blues/soul rockers Dwight & Nicole play free show at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on June 29

Blues/soul rockers Dwight & Nicole play free show at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on June 29

From a press release: Dwight & Nicole, an acclaimed three-piece original blues/soul rock band from Burlington, Vermont, will play a free concert at the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Thursday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m. To comply with local ordinances, patrons need a ticket, which can be ordered on the Opera House […]

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Inaugural Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival takes over Mauch Chunk Opera House June 8-11

Inaugural Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival takes over Mauch Chunk Opera House June 8-11

From a press release: Head organizer Todd Morris of Jim Thorpe has announced the birth of the first annual Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival, premiering Thursday, June 8 through Sunday, June 11 at the Mauch Chunk Opera House. The JTIFF channels the rebellious spirit of the Molly Maguires, welcoming the boldest, most defiant filmmakers to […]

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Guitarist Jimmy Thackery plays the blues at Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on May 4

Guitarist Jimmy Thackery plays the blues at Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on May 4

From a press release: Pittsburgh-born blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter Jimmy Thackery will bring his smokin’ guitar and his band, The Drivers, to the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Thursday, May 4 at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are $20, can be purchased on the Opera House website, by calling 570-325-0249, and by […]

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Grammy-winning singer Paula Cole returns to Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on April 7

Grammy-winning singer Paula Cole returns to Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on April 7

From a press release: Grammy winner and multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter Paula Cole will return to the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Friday, April 7 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $28, can be purchased on the Opera House website, by calling 570-325-0249, and by visiting SoundCheck Records (23 Broadway, Jim Thorpe) or calling […]

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Renowned guitarist Johnny A. plays at Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on May 5

Renowned guitarist Johnny A. plays at Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on May 5

From a press release: People often throw around the phrase “let the music do the talking,” but only a few have the fortitude to really do it – to just go out there and play, shunning flash, shrugging off image, and reeling in the listener on the strength of the songs alone. Johnny A., who […]

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Grateful Bluegrass Boys play classic rock favorites for free at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Feb. 16

Grateful Bluegrass Boys play classic rock favorites for free at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Feb. 16

From a press release: The Grateful Bluegrass Boys, a string band that plays traditional bluegrass versions of classic rock favorites from bands such as the Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, the Eagles, the Rolling Stones, and more, will perform at the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe this Thursday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 […]

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‘The Sixties Show’ creates multimedia music experience at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Nov. 19

‘The Sixties Show’ creates multimedia music experience at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Nov. 19

From a press release: “The Sixties Show,” a theatrical multimedia show from New York City that is regarded as the greatest 1960s musical tribute show in the world, is coming to the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $26, can be purchased on the […]

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The Motet brings the future of funk to Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Oct. 9

The Motet brings the future of funk to Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Oct. 9

From a press release: The future of funk is clear as The Motet hits you with sounds that are fresh and unique. They will perform Sunday, Oct. 9 at the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 the day of the show and available on the Opera House […]

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The Stranger plays Billy Joel tribute show at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Sept. 10

The Stranger plays Billy Joel tribute show at Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Sept. 10

From a press release: The Stranger, the ultimate Billy Joel show, will return to the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Saturday, Sept. 10. The Stranger is the complete premiere tribute to the music of one of the worlds most beloved performers, Billy Joel. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts […]