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Act Out Theatre in Dunmore presents Steinbeck classic ‘Of Mice and Men’ Jan. 10-12

Act Out Theatre in Dunmore presents Steinbeck classic ‘Of Mice and Men’ Jan. 10-12

From a press release: Act Out Theatre Group plans to bring the classic Great Depression story ​“Of Mice and Men” to its stage in Dunmore this Friday, Jan. 10 through Sunday, Jan. 12. Based on the classic novella written by John Steinbeck, “Of Mice and Men” tells the tale of two great friends and their […]

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Scranton Comedy Club opens with first show in new Dunmore location on Jan. 18

Scranton Comedy Club opens with first show in new Dunmore location on Jan. 18

The Scranton Comedy Club is returning in a new location in 2020, offering special ticket deals for its first show back with local and regional comics. Over the years, the Scranton Comedy Club and owner Kevin Lepka have hosted shows in downtown Scranton locations like the Ritz Theater, Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, and the second […]

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Young cast (and ‘chihuahua’) performs in ‘Legally Blonde’ musical at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore Dec. 13-22

Young cast (and ‘chihuahua’) performs in ‘Legally Blonde’ musical at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore Dec. 13-22

From a press release: “Oh my God, you guys!” Act Out Theatre Group is bringing the Broadway musical “Legally Blonde” to Dunmore on Friday, Dec. 13 through Sunday, Dec. 22. Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. […]

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NEPA bands plan holiday concerts throughout December in Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, Nanticoke, and more

NEPA bands plan holiday concerts throughout December in Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, Nanticoke, and more

As everyone shops and prepares for the holidays, local musicians are planning some festive concerts, with many serving as their final shows of 2019. For those looking to get into the spirit of the season while supporting local music, NEPA Scene has wrapped up this season of shows you need to see in a nice […]

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Two young casts ‘Let It Go’ with Disney’s ‘Frozen Jr.’ at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore Oct. 11-20

Two young casts ‘Let It Go’ with Disney’s ‘Frozen Jr.’ at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore Oct. 11-20

From a press release: The cold doesn’t bother Act Out Theatre Group. Disney’s “Frozen Jr.” is coming to the Dunmore stage on weekends from Friday, Oct. 11 through Sunday, Oct. 20. Disney’s “Frozen Jr.” is a truncated version of the hit Broadway musical based on the 2013 animated fantasy movie. It follows two sisters, Elsa […]

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Young cast brings ‘Madagascar’ musical to Music Box Dinner Playhouse in Swoyersville Aug. 9-11

Young cast brings ‘Madagascar’ musical to Music Box Dinner Playhouse in Swoyersville Aug. 9-11

From a press release: The Music Box Dinner Playhouse in Swoyersville, in conjunction with Act Out Theatre Group, will present the DreamWorks musical “Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.” for one weekend only. Running this Friday, Aug. 9 through Sunday, Aug. 11, the musical is part of the summer youth workshop program at the Music Box. […]

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Ramones drummer Richie Ramone brings Hot as Hell Tour to Stage West in Scranton on Sept. 3

Ramones drummer Richie Ramone brings Hot as Hell Tour to Stage West in Scranton on Sept. 3

From a press release: It was announced today that Richie Ramone, one of the last living members of the legendary punk band the Ramones, will return to Scranton for a show at Stage West on Tuesday, Sept. 3, playing Ramones hits as well as his solo material. New York City’s Tender Beats will open the […]

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‘Bonnie & Clyde’ Broadway musical hits Act Out Theatre in Dunmore May 17-26

‘Bonnie & Clyde’ Broadway musical hits Act Out Theatre in Dunmore May 17-26

From a press release: Act Out Theatre Group is taking on two of America’s most notorious outlaws in the Broadway musical “Bonnie & Clyde,” running from Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 26 in Dunmore. At the height of the Great Depression, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies in West Texas […]

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Young actors put on circus musical ‘Barnum’ at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore April 26-28

Young actors put on circus musical ‘Barnum’ at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore April 26-28

From a press release: The circus is coming to town for one weekend only when Act Out Theatre Group presents the Broadway show “Barnum: The Circus Musical” on Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28 in Dunmore. “Barnum” depicts the life of P.T. Barnum, famed prince of humbug, and his journey to the circus. It […]

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Act Out Theatre Group finds ‘Dinosaurs Before Dark’ in Dunmore March 29-31

Act Out Theatre Group finds ‘Dinosaurs Before Dark’ in Dunmore March 29-31

From a press release: Act Out Theatre Group will present the “Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark” Kids, a musical adaptation of the first of Mary Pope Osborne’s award-winning fantasy adventure books from the “Magic Tree House” book series, for one weekend only – Friday, March 29 through Sunday, March 31 in Dunmore. In this […]