Due to popular demand, ‘Impractical Jokers’ comedy troupe adds second Wilkes-Barre show on March 26
From a press release: Due to overwhelming ticket demand, The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe from truTV’s “Impractical Jokers” has added a second performance at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, March 26. The first scheduled performance begins at 7 p.m., and the second begins at 10 p.m. Tickets for the second performance, which are […]
Americana singer/songwriter Jesse Terry plays Kirby Center’s Chandelier Lobby in Wilkes-Barre on May 27
From a press release: Americana singer/songwriter Jesse Terry has been added at the F.M. Kirby Center’s ongoing “Live from the Chandelier Lobby” concert series and promises to awe Wilkes-Barre audiences with his emotional, lyrical depth on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the […]
Allman Brothers tribute band will jam at the Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Jan. 22
From a press release: It has been announced that Live at the Fillmore, the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute band, will visit Wilkes-Barre on Friday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m. as part of the F. M. Kirby Center’s ongoing “Live from the Chandelier Lobby” concert series, presented by Grotto Pizza. Tickets, which are $20 in advance […]
CONCERT REVIEW: Cabinet throws rousing holiday ‘Celebration’ at sold-out Wilkes-Barre shows
For the second consecutive year, Cabinet held a two-night holiday party for its hometown fans at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, spreading the joy of the season and the miracle of Pennsylvania bluegrass. “It’s good to be home, folks!” JP Biondo said as the six-piece band based in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre began […]
LIVING YOUR TRUTH: Finding transgender acceptance in the workplace – a thank you to my former boss
“The time has come,” the walrus said, “to talk of many things.” Most notably, the future, my employment, and opportunities to complete transition. I believe I’ve reached a turning point in my life where certain truths must be dealt with – truths about my anatomy and my appearance that have made it impossible for me […]
Brass Reflections plays free Christmas concert in Wilkes-Barre on Dec. 27
From a press release: The Wyoming Valley Art League and Circle Centre for the Arts in downtown Wilkes-Barre will celebrate the holiday season with a rousing concert by Brass Reflections on Sunday, Dec. 27 at 4 p.m. Admission is free to this all-ages event at the Circle (130 S. Franklin St., Rear, Wilkes-Barre), and donations […]
Beer Boys celebrates 16 years in business in Wilkes-Barre with 16 sought-after beers on tap on Jan. 24
Beer Boys, the Wilkes-Barre bar and restaurant that features the area’s largest draft selection with 72 beers on tap, will be celebrating 16 years in business with 16 highly sought-after beers on tap by Founders Brewing Company on Sunday, Jan. 24, 2016 at 2 p.m. The highlight of this anniversary party is the Founders Kentucky […]
‘Impractical Jokers’ comedy troupe crack up Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on March 26
From a press release: Back once again, The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe from truTV’s “Impractical Jokers” will crack up the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are $49.50, $150 (tour merch package), and $250 (meet and greet package), plus fees, go on sale […]
Comedian Gabriel Iglesias takes Fluffy Breaks Even Tour to Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre on April 22
From a press release: Comedian and actor Gabriel Iglesias returns to the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, April 22, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. with the “Fluffy Breaks Even! Tour.” Tickets, starting at $30, go on sale this Friday, Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. and are available by going to ticketmaster.com, […]
STREAMING: Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen cover ‘Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin”
Wilkes-Barre blues rockers Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen recently paid tribute to a music legend and the holiday season with a cover of Albert King‘s “Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin’.” The trio, led by singer/guitarist Dustin Douglas, took some time out from recording their new album – a follow-up to their 2014 debut “Black […]
