King’s Theatre to open season with The Who’s rock opera ‘Tommy’
From a press release: The King’s College Theatre Department will open the season with performances of the ‘60s rock opera “Tommy,” The Who’s electrifying tale of a catatonic adolescent’s journey into a pinball wizard. Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1-4 and Oct. 6 and at 2 p.m. on Oct. 4-5 in the […]
Witness ‘The Faces and Voices of The Blues III’ at the Tripp House
From a press release: On Oct. 4-5, Scranton’s historic Tripp House will be the setting for “The Faces and Voices of The Blues III.” This two-day event, hosted by PocoNotes, will showcase the images of acclaimed documentary photographer Jim Gavenus, the guitar mastery of Nashville blues rocker Patrick Sweany, and a collection of unique instruments […]
Elvis lives again through the eyes of ‘All the King’s Women’ at Wilkes University
From a press release: Wilkes University Theatre says, “Long live the king!” with its latest production, Luigi Jannuzzi’s comedy “All the King’s Women,” running Sept. 25-28. Directed by Wilkes’ director of theatre Teresa Fallon, “All the King’s Women” explores the cultural impact of “The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” Elvis Presley, through the eyes of […]
Jack Woodbridge returns with new album ‘You Don’t Know Jack’
From a press release: As a composer, Jack Woodbridge has scored the music to several films, including “Even in My Dreams,” The Secret Friend,” and “Tom in America.” He has also composed the music and lyrics for the off-Broadway production “The Tale of Tyler T,” as well as the musical revue “Vampire Blues,” so it’s […]
Learn what a firkin is firsthand at Beer Boys’ Firkin Fall Fest
The Firkin Fall Fest is almost here! Except there’s one problem – what the firk is a firkin?! A firkin is a unit of measurement (about 10.80 gallons or 40.91 liters), but it’s also a small wooden or metal keg used for cask conditioning. The fun part comes when the firkin is tapped. The spout […]
Acoustic concert and drum circle to be held on Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
From a press release: When most people think of the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, walking, jogging, biking, and fishing come to mind. Now, they can add music to the list. For the second time this season, a free acoustic concert will be held at the Amphitheater along the Central New Jersey extension of the Lackawanna […]
Take a guided bird walk down the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
From a press release: Nature lovers in Northeastern Pennsylvania should remember to look up when they head outdoors, especially when visiting the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail. There are so many interesting varieties of birds to see during fall migration, and those who embark on a Guided Bird Walk hosted by Lackawanna Heritage Valley and the […]
Tauk performs free show for WVIA’s Homegrown Music series
From a press release: The public is invited to attend the next live broadcast of WVIA’s Homegrown Music concert series, which will feature four-piece funk band Tauk. Seats are free. Performing on Monday, Sept. 15 at 8 p.m. at the WVIA Public Media Studios (100 WVIA Way, Pittston), Tauk is a heavy rock fusion band […]
Scranton Cultural Center’s revamped Comedy Variety Series features Joe Ohrin and Brad Todd
From a press release: As the saying goes, variety is the spice of life, and the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple is giving audiences just that with the Comedy Variety Series (formerly “Up and Coming Comedy”), which will offer a new spin on the popular series as it transforms Shopland Hall into an […]
