New Vintage Ensemble produces cinematically-styled ‘Hamlet’ at Scranton Cultural Center Jan. 8-16
From a press release: The New Vintage Ensemble has announced its sleekly curated production of the classic revenge play “Hamlet” by William Shakespeare in partnership with the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Performances will run Friday, Jan. 8 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 9 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 15 […]
PHOTOS: NEPA Holiday Show with The Menzingers, Tigers Jaw, and more, 12/19/15
As the popularity of the bands on the NEPA Holiday Show continues to grow, so does the concert itself, expanding this year to the grand ballroom of the Scranton Cultural Center. Several generations of local and out-of-state fans came out to support The Menzingers; Tigers Jaw; Captain, We’re Sinking; Three Man Cannon; Petal; and The […]
The Menzingers’ annual NEPA Holiday Show comes to Scranton Cultural Center on Dec. 19
From a press release: It has officially been announced that The Menzingers‘ annual Christmas gift to their fans back home in Northeastern Pennsylvania will return on Saturday, Dec. 19, this time at the historic Scranton Cultural Center in downtown Scranton. Tickets for the NEPA Holiday Show, which are $20 in advance or $25 at the […]
‘The Book of Mormon’ takes its mission to the Scranton Cultural Center Oct. 27-Nov. 1
From a press release: The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century,” the Washington Post says, “it is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals,” and Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jon Stewart of “The Daily Show” calls it “a crowning achievement. […]
Paul Sorvino’s ‘The Trouble with Cali’ will screen for free July 9-11 at the Scranton Cultural Center
From a press release: The Lackawanna County commissioners will be rolling out the red carpet in July for the long-awaited Scranton premiere of “The Trouble with Cali” – whether people will be buying popcorn or rotten tomatoes is yet to be seen. Details for the community showing of the controversial taxpayer-funded film were announced earlier […]
Shawn Klush performs ‘Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular’ with The Sweet Inspirations at Scranton Cultural Center on May 15
From a press release: On Friday, May 15, the Scranton Cultural Center will be hosting “Shawn Klush: The Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular.” Klush, a native of Northeastern Pennsylvania who has gone on to international fame, will be joined on the historic stage by Jake Rowley, who has most recently been seen as Young Elvis in […]
Scranton Cultural Center’s performing arts academy presents ‘Willy Wonka’ on March 19-21
From a press release: Roald Dahl’s timeless story of “Willy Wonka” will be brought to life on March 19, 20, and 21 by the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple’s Creative and Performing Arts Academy. Nearly 20 students ranging in age from 9-16 are featured in the production. “It is so rewarding to watch […]
PHOTOS: The Idol Kings at the Scranton Cultural Center, 01/17/15
The Idol Kings may be from Northeastern Pennsylvania, but they rarely have the opportunity to play at home with so many shows on the road. That changed on Saturday, Jan. 17 when they made their debut at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, performing the songs of Journey, Tom Petty, and John Mellencamp […]
PHOTOS: Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’ by REV Theatre Company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 01/30/15
The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple partnered with REV Theatre Company to create “Living Shakespeare” in the SCC’s Shopland Hall, the first production in the planned series being “Hamlet” on Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31. Directed by Rosey Hay, the production featured actors from New York City, Philadelphia, and Scranton, with […]
REV Theatre Company presents immersive production of Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’ at the Scranton Cultural Center
From a press release: The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple and REV Theatre Company are proud to present Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy, “Hamlet.” This production is part of an innovative educational initiative that will bring live Shakespeare performances to middle and high school students throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania as well as to general audiences in […]
