Rich Howells

This time-lapse video of a Wilkes-Barre woman transforming into a leopard has us intrigued

An intriguing time-lapse video was uploaded to Facebook last night of a woman being transformed by makeup artists into a leopard, and while what exactly it’s promoting is not yet clear, a few hints have been dropped so far. The video, created by Earl and Sedor Studios, is directed by Wilkes-Barre Internet marketing company Coal […]

 NEPA Scene Staff

‘The Man in Black’ show pays tribute to Johnny Cash in Wilkes-Barre on March 20

‘The Man in Black’ show pays tribute to Johnny Cash in Wilkes-Barre on March 20

From a press release: It was announced today that “The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash” will visit the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, March 20 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, which are $27, plus fees, go on sale this Friday, Feb. 27 at 10 a.m., and will […]

 NEPA Scene Staff

Events happening this week in downtown Wilkes-Barre: Feb. 24-March 2

Events happening this week in downtown Wilkes-Barre: Feb. 24-March 2

Every Tuesday, the Downtown Wilkes-Barre Business Association and Diamond City Partnership release a list of events happening in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Subscribe here to receive this list via e-mail or just check NEPA Scene each week. Downtown events Tuesday, Feb. 24 Event: Wyoming Valley Art League Artists Social Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Location: Wyoming Valley Art […]

 Rich Howells

Enjoy ‘a tasty burger’ and more at ‘Pulp Fiction’-themed dinner-and-a-movie event by Peculiar Culinary

Enjoy ‘a tasty burger’ and more at ‘Pulp Fiction’-themed dinner-and-a-movie event by Peculiar Culinary

Four of the most iconic scenes in “Pulp Fiction” involve food and/or restaurants, so Pittston’s Peculiar Culinary Company created a dinner-and-a-movie event that’s sure to attract some of the area’s biggest Quentin Tarantino fans – or anyone who just enjoys “a tasty burger.” “Pulp Kitchen” will recreate or put a unique spin on the food […]

 NEPA Scene Staff

Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre announces 5 new additions to the ‘Chandelier Lobby’ concert series

Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre announces 5 new additions to the ‘Chandelier Lobby’ concert series

From a press release: The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts has announced five new “Live from the Chandelier Lobby” concerts and a special Chandelier Concert Deal – six concerts for $99, saving music fans $21 off the regular price. The previously announced Justin Townes Earle concert, with opener Gill Landry, is up first […]

 NEPA Scene Staff

Comedy Central ‘Tosh.0’ star Daniel Tosh adds second Wilkes-Barre show due to popular demand

Comedy Central ‘Tosh.0’ star Daniel Tosh adds second Wilkes-Barre show due to popular demand

From a press release: After the first show was announced just three days ago, comedian and Comedy Central star Daniel Tosh will perform a second set of stand-up at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, June 25 due to popular demand. The sets will be at 7 p.m. and […]

 Sara Pokorny

‘Moon Over Buffalo’ is a farce that’s just as fun to perform as it is to watch in Wilkes-Barre

‘Moon Over Buffalo’ is a farce that’s just as fun to perform as it is to watch in Wilkes-Barre

The hilarious play runs tonight through the weekend at King’s College

What can go wrong, will go on – and in “Moon Over Buffalo,” it most certainly does. The latest production from King’s College, set to hit the stage Feb. 20-23, tells the story of George and Charlotte Hay, actors who are past their career prime. They are still partaking in shows, and just when things […]

 Rich Howells

DOWNLOAD: Cabinet release two free live albums from sold-out Kirby Center shows

DOWNLOAD: Cabinet release two free live albums from sold-out Kirby Center shows

Cabinet sold out the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre two nights in a row on Dec. 19-20, 2014, and for fans of the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre bluegrass band, it’s the Christmas present that keeps on giving, even two months later. The group has released official live albums from both nights, and each offers a different extensive setlist. […]

 Cami Kyttle

PHOTOS: Lee Brice at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre, 02/13/15

PHOTOS: Lee Brice at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre, 02/13/15

On Friday, Feb. 13, lucky country music fans packed the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre for new country superstar Lee Brice, who is on tour supporting his latest album, “I Don’t Dance.” He may not dance, but the sold-out crowd certainly did as he played through hits like “Hard 2 Love,” […]

 NEPA Scene Staff

Events happening this week in downtown Wilkes-Barre: Feb. 17-23

Events happening this week in downtown Wilkes-Barre: Feb. 17-23

Every Tuesday, the Downtown Wilkes-Barre Business Association and Diamond City Partnership release a list of events happening in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Subscribe here to receive this list via e-mail or just check NEPA Scene each week. Downtown events Tuesday, Feb. 17 Event: Wyoming Valley Art League Artists Social Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Location: Wyoming Valley Art […]