After sold-out premiere, ‘Agnes’ documentary adds 2 showings at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on June 29

From a press release: After the first screening sold out in just a few days, the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre has added a second and third showing of “Agnes” on Wednesday, June 29 due to popular demand. The new 90-minute documentary premiered to a crowd of 1,800 people at the Kirby Center on Thursday, […]
Judas Priest celebrates ’50 Heavy Metal Years’ at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 19

From a press release: One of metal music’s all-time greats, Judas Priest, will get the opportunity to celebrate their 50th anniversary again this year with the launch of a new North American fall tour featuring classic progressive metal band Queensrÿche as the opening act. The 50 Heavy Metal Years Tour is being fueled by the […]
After sold-out release party, Motionless In White will meet more fans in Wilkes-Barre at Gallery of Sound on June 12

From a press release: Two weeks ago, Scranton metal band Motionless In White announced that they would hold a release party for their new album at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, June 10. This listening party, meet and greet, and Q&A sold out within hours, so the nearby Gallery of Sound in […]
‘MasterChef Junior’ cooks up live show at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Sept. 28

From a press release: TCG Entertainment, in association with Endemol Shine North America, producer of the hit culinary competition series “MasterChef Junior,” announced the 2022 “MasterChef Junior Live” tour today. Featuring the Season 8 winner, finalist, and fan favorites serving up a perfectly balanced good time, “MasterChef Junior Live” is traveling though 25+ cities, including […]
Platinum alt rock band Blue October returns to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 26

From a press release: It was announced today that Blue October, best known for their hit songs “Hate Me” and “Into the Ocean,” will be back at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, Nov. 26 as part of their North American Tour. The platinum-selling alternative rock band previously performed at the Kirby Center […]
Jersey punk supergroup Mercy Union plays at Karl Hall in Wilkes-Barre on June 14

From a press release: On their way to meet up with The Flatliners on tour, New Jersey heartland punk rock supergroup Mercy Union, featuring Jared Hart of The Scandals and Benny Horowitz of The Gaslight Anthem, will come through Wilkes-Barre to perform at Karl Hall on Tuesday, June 14. Scranton indie punk band Those Clever […]
Thrash metal band Brotality ventures into ‘The Woods’ for Scranton album release show on June 4

From a press release: “Never stray from the path” – it’s a warning that’s been ingrained in the human psyche through the ages. Folklore and fairy tales from every culture speak of the dangers awaiting those who succumb to curiosity, temptation, or bravado, those who fail to heed the lessons of their forefathers. There are […]
Comedian Chelsea Handler returns to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Dec. 4
From a press release: It was announced today that Chelsea Handler will be back at the F.M. Kirby Center on Sunday, Dec. 4 as part of her Vaccinated and Horny Tour. She last performed at the downtown Wilkes-Barre venue in 2007. Handler is a comedienne, television talk show host, bestselling author, and advocate whose humor […]
Scranton metal band Motionless In White hosts album release party at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on June 10

From a press release: It was announced today that Scranton metal band Motionless In White will hold a release party for their new album, “Scoring the End of the World,” at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, June 10. Presented by 97.9X, Gallery of Sound, and Roadrunner Records, this fan meet and greet […]
‘Disney Junior Live’ brings Mickey and Spider-Man to F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 26

From a press release: Young Disney and Marvel fans can dress up and join the party when “Disney Junior Live on Tour: Costume Palooza” comes to the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Wednesday, Oct. 26. The all-new show announced today features the first appearance of characters from Marvel’s “Spidey and His Amazing Friends” in […]