Experimental rock icons Primus return to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on May 6
From a press release: For the first time in nearly 12 years, Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum-selling experimental rock legends Primus will perform at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Monday, May 6. “Tommy the Cat.” “John the Fisherman.” “Jerry Was a Race Car Driver.” “My Name Is Mud.” “Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver.” Primus is responsible for […]
Grammy-winning Old Crow Medicine Show comes to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on April 11
From a press release: It was announced today that two-time Grammy Award-winning Americana string band Old Crow Medicine Show is coming to the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, April 11 on their Jubilee Tour with special guest Willie Watson, a co-founder of the group. They just recently reunited with Watson at their 14th […]
Jam band The Disco Biscuits show ‘Why We Dance’ at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on March 28
From a press release: While Camp Bisco seems to have had its last dance, Philadelphia jam band and festival founders The Disco Biscuits will be back in Northeastern Pennsylvania to perform at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, March 28 as part of their 2024 Why We Dance Tour. Doors open at 6:30 […]
Lewis Black takes final stand-up comedy tour to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on March 9
From a press release: Today, two-time Grammy Award-winning comedian Lewis Black announced Goodbye Yeller Brick Road: The Final Tour with shows throughout North America and Europe, including his return to the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, March 9, 2024. After 35+ years as a touring stand-up comedian, Black is parking his tour bus […]
Pa. country/folk singer Zandi Holup signs with Big Loud Records, picks ‘Gas Station Flowers’ as new single
From a press release: With an unmistakable voice and evocative songwriting prowess, Zandi Holup is a wildflower – unique, free as the wind, and blossoming in Music City. Born and raised in the Philadelphia suburb of Fort Washington, she drifted from city to city until she found her home in Nashville six years ago. Influenced […]
‘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 […]
10 years later, NEPA music scene reflects on Captain, We’re Sinking album ‘The Future Is Cancelled’
When a band makes emotional music that is as deeply personal as it is universal to anyone who has loved, lost, and lived to tell the tale of heartache, confusion, and existential dread, it stands the test of time. 10 years after Captain, We’re Sinking released “The Future Is Cancelled,” the Scranton punk quartet will […]
‘Impractical Jokers’ star Sal Vulcano performs stand-up at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 13
From a press release: It was announced today that improvisational comedian, actor, and producer Sal Vulcano, best known for the hit television shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index,” will perform stand-up live at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, Oct. 13. In 1999, he co-founded The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe with his “Impractical […]
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 […]
Iconic jam band Gov’t Mule rocks for ‘Peace’ at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Sept. 20
From a press release: While Gov’t Mule won’t be performing at the Peach Music Festival this week, it was announced today that they will be back in Northeastern Pennsylvania soon. Led by Grammy Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, guitar legend, and producer Warren Haynes, the renowned Southern rock jam band will begin their Peace… Like a River World […]
