Movies/TV

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Urkel actor Jaleel White will meet fans at RailRiders baseball game in Moosic on Aug. 2

Urkel actor Jaleel White will meet fans at RailRiders baseball game in Moosic on Aug. 2

From a press release: It was announced today that Jaleel White, best known for his iconic role as Steve Urkel on the hit 1990s sitcom “Family Matters,” will headline the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders’ “90s Night” on Saturday, Aug. 2 at PNC Field in Moosic. The RailRiders will play against the Nashville Sounds at 6:05 p.m., and […]

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PHOTOS: 2024 New York Comic Con at Javits Center, 10/17-20/24

PHOTOS: 2024 New York Comic Con at Javits Center, 10/17-20/24

New York Comic Con hosted over 200,000 attendees on Thursday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 20. Pop culture fans were treated to celebrity guests such as Colin Farrell (“The Penguin”), Ella Purnell (“Yellowjackets,” “Fallout”), and Kate Siegel (“The Haunting of Hill House,” “The Fall of the House of Usher”); comic book superstars like Todd McFarlane […]

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‘SNL’ comedian Pete Davidson returns to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Sept. 12

‘SNL’ comedian Pete Davidson returns to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Sept. 12

From a press release: It was announced today that celebrated comedian, actor, writer, and producer Pete Davidson returns to the F.M. Kirby Center for an evening of stand-up comedy on Thursday, Sept. 12. He previously came to the downtown Wilkes-Barre theater in 2019 with his “Saturday Night Live” co-star John Mulaney for two back-to-back sold-out […]

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Comedian Howie Mandel performs at Mohegan Pa. in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 18

Comedian Howie Mandel performs at Mohegan Pa. in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 18

From a press release: It was announced today that distinguished comedian, current “America’s Got Talent” judge, and former “Deal or No Deal” host Howie Mandel is set to bring his comedic talents to the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Pennsylvania on Friday, Oct. 18. Mandel has remained a constant force in show business for more […]

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Comedian Nick Swardson comes to Scranton Cultural Center on Nov. 23

Comedian Nick Swardson comes to Scranton Cultural Center on Nov. 23

From a press release: It was announced today that comedian and actor Nick Swardson will embark on a new national stand-up tour. Renowned for his unfiltered humor and razor-sharp wit, he promises to tackle the hard-hitting issues of our time, from the discomforts of diarrhea to the highs and lows of edibles, all the way […]

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Lackawanna County Commissioners form film commission, offer tax credit to filmmakers

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. […]

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‘Christmas Vacation’ star Chevy Chase comes to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre for screening on Dec. 17

‘Christmas Vacation’ star Chevy Chase comes to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre for screening on Dec. 17

From a press release: It was announced today that legendary comedian Chevy Chase is coming to the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Sunday, Dec. 17 for a screening of one of his best-known films, “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” This unforgettable evening of holiday cheer and laughs will celebrate the timeless classic with a special […]

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‘Golden Girls’ murder mystery travels to Mohegan Pa. in Wilkes-Barre Oct. 7-8

‘Golden Girls’ murder mystery travels to Mohegan Pa. in Wilkes-Barre Oct. 7-8

From a press release: Thank you for being a… fiend? It was announced today that the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Pennsylvania in Wilkes-Barre will host a special event, “A Golden Girls Mystery: The Halloween Caper,” on Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8. This funny and spine-chilling show allows the audience to become a […]

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Keanu Reeves’ rock band Dogstar performs at Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Oct. 7

Keanu Reeves’ rock band Dogstar performs at Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Oct. 7

From a press release: One day after the release of their first album in over two decades, alternative rock band Dogstar will perform at the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Saturday, Oct. 7. Formed in the early 1990s, the independent, Los Angeles-based trio features Keanu Reeves on bass and dates back to his early days […]

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Gosh! ‘Napoleon Dynamite’ cast returns to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 7

Gosh! ‘Napoleon Dynamite’ cast returns to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 7

From a press release: The beloved cult classic indie film “Napoleon Dynamite” was released nearly 20 years ago. Since then, much has changed, but the characters, as enduring as they are endearing, have stayed in the hearts of comedy fans. Appealing to the inner-teenager in everyone, the simple story, and more importantly the dialogue, makes […]

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