NYC rock ‘n’ roller Des Rocs plays free Cinco De Mayo show at Ritz Theater in Scranton on May 5
From a press release: It was announced today that New York City rock ‘n’ roller Des Rocs will headline a free concert at The Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton on Sunday, May 5. Presented by Hazleton rock radio station 97.9X, the Cinco De Mayo show features opening sets by local bands Death Valley Dreams, Dustin […]
Actor Martin Sheen visits King’s College in Wilkes-Barre for staged play reading on April 10
From a press release: Hollywood actor Martin Sheen, most known for his roles in “Apocalypse Now,” “The West Wing,” “Badlands,” and locally “That Championship Season,” will visit King’s College in Wilkes-Barre on Monday, April 8 through Wednesday, April 10 to meet with students and appear in limited engagement performances. As a “visiting artist,” Sheen will […]
A Day to Remember, Story So Far, and Four Year Strong hit Montage Mountain in Scranton on June 23
From a press release: Today, metalcore/pop punk band A Day to Remember announced The Least Anticipated Album Tour, which will see them headlining arenas and amphitheaters across North America this summer with special guests The Story So Far and Four Year Strong. Beginning June 6 at The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park, Minnesota, the coast-to-coast […]
Dropkick Murphys, Pennywise, Oliver Anthony, and more play at Poconos Park in Bushkill on May 17-18
From a press release: It was announced this week that platinum-selling Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys and SoCal punk rock legends Pennywise will headline Day 1 of the Lost Highway Motorcycle Show & Concert on Friday, May 17 at Poconos Park in Bushkill, following performances by The Castellows, Rick Monroe & The Hitmen, and Kevin […]
Mohegan Pa. expands Party on the Patio with 23 bands from May 2-Sept. 26 in Wilkes-Barre
From a press release: Mohegan Pennsylvania will celebrate the 15th anniversary of its popular concert series Party on the Patio with its biggest lineup yet as a record-breaking 23 bands take the outdoor stage over the course of 22 weeks. The first week begins on Thursday, May 2 with Stayin’ Alive bringing the best of […]
John Fogerty and George Thorogood celebrate 50 years of rock at Montage Mountain in Scranton on June 8
From a press release: It was announced today that John Fogerty will continue his Celebration Tour this summer, marking a significant milestone, as it’s the first time the legendary rock musician is performing his songs since acquiring ownership of his extensive catalog. Joining the party as special guests are fellow “bad to the bone” music […]
Lackawanna County Commissioners form film commission, offer tax credit to filmmakers
From a press release: In an effort to capitalize on Lackawanna County’s rich history, architecture, and natural beauty as assets to accommodate movie production, County Commissioners Bill Gaughan and Matt McGloin plan to establish the Lackawanna County Film and Multimedia Commission. The commissioners introduced an ordinance at their regular meeting yesterday to establish the commission. […]
Halestorm, I Prevail, and Hollywood Undead rock Montage Mountain in Scranton on July 24
From a press release: It was announced today that gold and platinum-selling hard rock bands Halestorm and I Prevail will embark on a massive co-headlining tour this summer. Produced by Live Nation, the national tour kicks off on July 9 in Raleigh, North Carolina and runs through Aug. 17 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hollywood Undead […]
Scranton offers $500,000 in grants to city artists, musicians, theatre companies, and more in arts community
From a press release: The city of Scranton will offer $500,000 total in grants to artists and art organizations through a new application announced this week. Grants are part of the city’s $68.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding. “The many arts and performance groups that we work with have made it clear that […]
Wilkes-Barre melodic hardcore band One Step Closer jumps forward with ‘Leap Years’
From a press release: Today, Wilkes-Barre melodic hardcore group One Step Closer will play the first of several sold-out shows on their triple headlining tour with Koyo and Anxious. For local fans, the month-long national run stops at the First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia on Tuesday, March 26; a limited amount of tickets are still […]
