Rich Howells

NEPA SCENE PODCAST: Scranton theatre goes global with actors Conor O’Brien and Simone Daniel

NEPA SCENE PODCAST: Scranton theatre goes global with actors Conor O’Brien and Simone Daniel

Recorded and produced every week by Internet marketing company Coal Creative in their production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, the NEPA Scene Podcast presents honest, uncensored interviews and in-depth discussions about local arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeastern Pennsylvania. The live, multi-camera show streams in high definition on NEPA Scene’s Facebook page on […]

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Meet actor Charlie Sheen at Wizard World Comic Con in Philadelphia June 3-4

It was announced today that actor, writer, and producer Charlie Sheen, who is as famous for starring in movies like “Platoon,” “Major League,” and “Wall Street” and television shows like “Two and a Half Men” as he is for his headline-grabbing personality, will be appearing at Wizard World Comic Con in Philadelphia on Saturday, June […]

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‘SNL’ comedian and ‘Half Baked’ actor Jim Breuer returns to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Sept. 29

‘SNL’ comedian and ‘Half Baked’ actor Jim Breuer returns to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Sept. 29

From a press release: With over 20 years of stand-up comedy experience, Jim Breuer remains one of today’s top entertainers and continues to win over audiences with his off-the-wall humor and lovable personality. Named one of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time,” Breuer is one of the most recognizable comedians in the business, […]

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‘Frozen’ and ‘Wicked’ star Idina Menzel sings at Sands Bethlehem Event Center on April 5

From a press release: Tony Award-winning actress and singer/songwriter Idina Menzel, best known for her roles in “Frozen,” “Wicked,” and “Rent,” will return to the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on her world tour on Wednesday, April 5 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $69, $89, and $99, plus applicable fees, go on sale this Friday, […]

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‘Trailer Park Boys’ Randy and Mr. Lahey leave ‘No Pants Unpissed’ at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on April 10

‘Trailer Park Boys’ Randy and Mr. Lahey leave ‘No Pants Unpissed’ at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on April 10

From a press release: Randy and Mr. Lahey, stars of the smash-hit TV series “Trailer Park Boys,” are bringing their cheeseburger-loving, liquor-swilling sweet talk to the stage of the F.M. Kirby Center on Monday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. That’s right, Sunnyvale residents! Everyone’s favorite out-of-control ex-cop turned trailer park supervisor and his shirtless sidekick […]

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Comedian and actor Shawn Wayans performs stand-up at Mt. Airy Casino Resort in Mt. Pocono on Feb. 18

Comedian and actor Shawn Wayans performs stand-up at Mt. Airy Casino Resort in Mt. Pocono on Feb. 18

From a press release: Comedian, actor, producer, and writer Shawn Wayans will be performing stand-up comedy in Gypsies Lounge at Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $45 and $55, plus fees, can be purchased via ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets or at the Mount […]

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10 silly minutes with Monty Python’s John Cleese on death, Trump, and pronouncing Wilkes-Barre

10 silly minutes with Monty Python’s John Cleese on death, Trump, and pronouncing Wilkes-Barre

Legendary comedian comes to F.M. Kirby Center on Saturday, Jan. 28

It will come as no surprise to those who are familiar with John Cleese and his distinct brand of wit and lunacy when I tell you that an interview with him isn’t exactly an interview – it’s more like an increasingly funny Monty Python sketch that you’ve suddenly become a part of. I don’t typically […]

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Monty Python star John Cleese conversing live with fans at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Jan. 28

Monty Python star John Cleese conversing live with fans at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Jan. 28

From a press release: Living comedy legend John Cleese is heading in your general direction for a live and truly unforgettable evening of conversation and audience Q&A following a screening of “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” on Saturday, Jan. 28 at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre. Absurd and/or ridiculous questions only, please. Tickets, […]

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Christopher Lloyd goes ‘Back to the Future’ with live Q&A and screening in Glenside on Sept. 24

Christopher Lloyd goes ‘Back to the Future’ with live Q&A and screening in Glenside on Sept. 24

From a press release: Great Scott! It’s the event that will be generating 1.21 gigawatts of power – actor Christopher Lloyd will take the stage of the Keswick Theatre in Glenside near Philadelphia for an electrifying audience-led Q&A and screening of the original “Back to the Future” film on Saturday, Sept. 24. Doc Brown himself […]

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Comedian and ‘Kevin Can Wait’ star Kevin James performs at Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Sept. 24

Comedian and ‘Kevin Can Wait’ star Kevin James performs at Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Sept. 24

From a press release: Returning to Monday nights on CBS this fall with his new sitcom “Kevin Can Wait,” comedian and actor Kevin James will perform stand-up at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Saturday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are $49.50-$85, are on sale now and can be purchased at sandseventcenter.com, the […]