Act Out Theatre Group in Dunmore offers online musical theatre classes starting April 9
From a press release: In this uncertain time caused by the coronavirus pandemic, theaters have to get creative in order to deliver the arts to the public. Act Out Theatre Group in Dunmore has decided to get online in hopes to continue producing theatre and sharing the arts with the area’s youth. “With everything going […]
Marketplace at Steamtown in Scranton helps artists and small businesses with ‘Steamtown Live’ stream
From a press release: When the going gets tough, the tough get creative. This week, The Marketplace at Steamtown in downtown Scranton is introducing Steamtown Live, a live streaming showcase of local businesses and artists on the Marketplace’s Facebook page and the Scranton Public Market Instagram account. This opportunity to connect to the community is […]
Lackawanna County issues call to artists for Art in the Park children’s events in July
From a press release: Lackawanna County is seeking visual and performing artists who enjoy working with children ages 4-12 to be a part of the Art in the Park program and ARTS Engage Day this summer. Art in the Park takes place in county parks outdoors under a pavilion and/or tent. Each visual artist will […]
All of WVIA’s original local documentary films are now streaming for free
From a press release: In its ongoing mission of supporting lifelong learning, VIA Public Media is opening up its entire online collection of documentary films. The library spans more than 30 years, dating back to 1987’s “A Journey to the Endless Mountains” all the way through “Peoples of the Susquehanna River” from 2017. Viewers can […]
WVIA changes afternoon schedule to educational programs for students during school closures
From a press release: Beginning on Monday, March 23, WVIA will change its afternoon television schedule from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. to air programs that can provide learn-at-home opportunities for students staying at home during school closures due to the coronavirus pandemic. Each program airing during this block will have curriculum and additional resources that parents […]
Wallenpaupack Brewing Company in Hawley offers 14-Day Quarantine Pack with takeout and delivery
From a press release: Today, Wallenpaupack Brewing Company, the award-winning craft brewery and brewpub in Hawley, announced that a specially assembled variety package of 14 beers will be available for customers to pick up as a to-go order to get them through the next 14 days of quarantine, which is urged by the state of […]
New book about ‘The Office’ tells ‘Untold Story of the Greatest Sitcom of the 2000s’
From a press release: When did you last hang out with Jim, Pam, Dwight, Michael, and the rest of the Scranton branch of Dunder Mifflin? It might have been back in 2013, when “The Office” finale aired… or it might have been last night, when you watched three episodes in a row. But either way, […]
Two young ladies star as ‘Romeo and Juliet’ at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore March 20-22
From a press release: William Shakespeare’s classic tragedy of two star-crossed lovers comes to the Act Out Theatre Group’s stage in Dunmore on Friday, March 20 through Sunday, March 22. “Romeo and Juliet” is the love story of children from disputing families. Romeo, heartbroken over being denied by Rosaline, attends a celebration thrown by Lord […]
Due to coronavirus, Aaron Lewis concert at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre postponed until May 29
From a press release: In light of ongoing developments resulting from the coronavirus and recommended provisions put in place by the state of Pennsylvania, the Aaron Lewis concert scheduled for this Friday, March 13 at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Township has been postponed until Friday, May 29 at 8 p.m. […]
Actors Circle presents classic play ‘On Golden Pond’ at Providence Playhouse in Scranton March 19-29
From a press release: Community theatre group Actors Circle will present the classic play “On Golden Pond” by Ernest Thompson at the Providence Playhouse in Scranton on Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 29. Directed by Katie VonBergen, this is the love story of Ethel and Norman Thayer, who are returning to their summer home […]
