Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival screens porn murder movie ‘Mope’ and more at Opera House April 25-28
From a press release: The Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival returns for its third year with 90 new films, including dozens of Pennsylvania and United States premieres from all over the world, on Thursday, April 25 through Sunday, April 28 at the historic Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe. This years’ films were culled […]
George Thorogood and the Destroyers return to rock Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Sept. 29
From a press release: It was announced this week that legendary “Bad to the Bone” blues rock band George Thorogood and the Destroyers will return to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Sunday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m. as part of their Good to Be Bad Tour. Tickets, which are $45 for regular reserved seating […]
’90s alt rockers Better Than Ezra will headline Yuengling’s free 190th anniversary concert in Pottsville on July 13
From a press release: D.G. Yuengling & Son celebrated its first-ever America’s Oldest Brewery Day today at its historic Pottsville brewery. To commemorate the new holiday, which will be observed every April 18, the sixth generation Yuengling family members – Jen, Wendy, Debbie, and Sheryl Yuengling – officially sealed the 190th anniversary time capsule dedicated […]
EXCLUSIVE: ‘Sleepaway Camp’ star Felissa Rose will meet fans at NEPA Horror Film Festival on Oct. 13
As a longtime supporter of the event, NEPA Scene has signed on to be the official media sponsor of the 2019 NEPA Horror Film Festival, just in time for the fifth annual event’s first guest announcement. Festival founder Bobby Keller confirmed today that actress and producer Felissa Rose, best known for starring in the 1983 […]
Marshall Tucker Band and Outlaws play classic Southern rock at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 8
From a press release: It was announced today that the platinum-selling Marshall Tucker Band, who helped establish the Southern rock genre, will visit the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, Nov. 8 at 8 p.m. with special guests and fellow Southern rockers The Outlaws. Tickets, which are $39.50, $49.50, and $59.50, plus fees, go […]
Blogger, author, and recovering addict Tiffany Jenkins speaks at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on June 19
From a press release: Tiffany Jenkins is a wife, mother, author, content creator, and recovering addict. Best known for her blog, Juggling the Jenkins, and hilarious viral Facebook videos, Jenkins speaks shamelessly, openly, and honestly about her past and addiction, as well as her struggles with depression and anxiety. She will appear live at the […]
Led by ‘Friday the 13th’ star, punk/metal band First Jason tears up Finnegan’s in Scranton on May 9
From a press release: It was announced this week that Chicago punk/metal band First Jason, fronted by singer and actor Ari Lehman, who played the role of young Jason Voorhees in the classic 1980 horror film “Friday the 13th,” will terrorize Scranton with a performance at Finnegan’s Irish Rock Club on Thursday, May 9 at […]
Due to singer’s illness, Alabama postpones April 12 show at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre, reschedules for Aug. 29
From a press release: The 50th anniversary performance of country legends Alabama and The Charlie Daniels Band, originally scheduled for this Friday, April 12 at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre, has been postponed and rescheduled to Thursday, Aug. 29. Lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist “Randy Owen has a severe sinus infection and […]
James Alex of Philly punk band Beach Slang headlines Record Store Day at Wilkes-Barre Gallery of Sound on April 13
From a press release: The Gallery of Sound goes all out for Record Store Day every year, and their 12th edition this Saturday, April 13 may be their biggest celebration yet at both locations. Vocalist and guitarist James Alex of Philadelphia indie punk band Beach Slang, a critically acclaimed national act who opened for Jimmy […]
Bruce Springsteen drummer Max Weinberg plays interactive Jukebox set at Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Nov. 23
From a press release: Playing over 80 shows throughout 2017 and 2018, Max Weinberg’s Jukebox continues to barnstorm the country blasting out the hits in 2019. The longtime drummer of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band and bandleader for Conan O’Brien’s previous late-night television shows creates a truly interactive experience with Jukebox, inviting the audience to […]
