UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
$20.00 | Grand Ballroom | General Admission
1st Annual Steamtown String Fling
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
FEATURING
Dave Brown and the Dishonest Fiddlers
Brother Roy
Mike MiZ
Spain Brothers
with Chris Kearney
Live from its Grand Ballroom, the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple is proud to present the Steamtown String Fling on Friday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m.!
There will be no sitting still with this star studded lineup of Regional Bluegrass; Folk and Americana players. This night of mandolins, violins, upright bass, banjos and guitars will not disappoint! Artists include Brother Roy, Mike MiZ, Spain Brothers and emcee Chris Kearney. Headliner will be Dave Brown and the Dishonest Fiddlers.
Light fare and a cash bar will be available for purchase.
The 1st Annual Steamtown String Fling is presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, UGI, the Walmart Foundation, Endeavor Audio & Lighting and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Featured performers: Neil Nicastro (Guest Host) with Jon Ventre and Steve Kurilla and Kat N’ Randy!
Neil Nicastro: Neil Nicastro is a professional musician who recently released his second solo album, “For Escaping.” Previously, he played in local bands such as the Collective and the Five Percent.
He’s performed in 42 states, solo and with a 10 piece ensemble, in front of crowds as large as 15,000 and to smaller more intimate groups of 15. His approach for every gig is with the same goal: to spread his love and passion for music.
Neil also gives music lessons at Neil Nicastro Music, Entertainment and Instruction in Dunmore and offers DJ services for weddings and special events. Nicastro is a native of Dunmore and graduated from Dunmore High School. He later studied at Penn State University and East Stroudsburg University, where he earned a degree in physiology. He and his wife, Erin, have two children, Santino, 9, and Paloma, 7. They live in Dunmore.
Kat N’ Randy: Hello Everyone! We are Kat N’ Randy, an acoustic duo that can play anything from jazz to current hits. Very versitile, high energy duo with a professional attitude and reliable habits. 🙂 Kat and Randy met a couple of years ago at a local gig venue and quickly discovered that not only do they share a love for music and performing but also that they live practically next door to each other. What a small world! An awesome music relationship was born!
Kat (aka Ekat), born in St. Petersburg, Russia, overcame her stage fright with the help of local theater group and began pursuing live music performances since her unplanned studio work as a backup singer in 2012 for a band she never met with before. Ekat became a member of this band and together they opened for Bad Company concert in the summer of 2013 in front of thousands. Since then Ekat was part of a number of local music projects as a guest singer as well as the lead. Randy Light, an amazing guitar player, grew up in the Appalachian hills of southeastern Ohio and has been perfecting his finger picking skills for years. Randy learned piano at an early age from his mother who is a jazz musician. Randy has played bluegrass swing, jump jive, roots rock and roll, country, Irish and Americana music. Randy has warmed up National acts such as Mickey Gilley, Bobby Bare and worked with music professionals who were in C&C Music Factory, The Uppity Blues Women, and Noel Redding.
Jon Ventre: Jon is an accomplished, Electric/Acoustic bassist out of NEPA. In the last 14 years, he has performed in almost every position available in the professional music world. From Showband’s and Symphony Orchestras to National Festivals and Night Clubs.
Aside from being self-taught, Jon has studied under internationally known solo bassist Dr. Sandor Ostlund. Most of all Jon attributes most of his musical accomplishments to the many wonderful musicians he’s had the pleasure of working with throughout his career. Most gigs include much work as a sideman throughout the Northeastern PA region. One particular artist to name would be nationally known Blues guitarist and WC Handy Award nominee Clarence Spady. Jon has also backed up internationally known Broadway vocalist Debbie Gravitte with the NEPA Philharmonic Orchestra. Aside from that, most of his experience lies within his 5 years aboard Carnival Cruise Lines.
On top of being a performing musician, Jon has also taught private bass and music instruction for many years.
Steve Kurilla: My name is Steve Kurilla. This year will be my fifth year teaching at Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School. I am a graduate of Marywood University where I studied music education and classical percussion. Along with teaching in the classroom, I have taught private music lessons for 10 years in my home studio, I have worked with the Yamaha Sounds of Summer percussion workshop, the Keystone College Jazz Institute and recently helped lead an area high school marching band to the Atlantic Coast Championships completing the season with a top 10 finish. Throughout the years, several of my private students have gone on to study at prestigious music schools such as Berklee college of Music and Temple University.
In conjunction with my teaching career, I am also a working musician; in recent years I have performed with the Northeast Pennsylvania Philharmonic, The Irish Tenors and Allentown Philharmonic. In the jazz and rock world, I’ve played in groups that have opened for musical legends such as Steely Dan, War, The Moody Blues, Rebe Jackson, and the Temptations. I also am an avid mountain biker and nature enthusiast so several of my weekend hours are usually spent exploring local state parks and nature preserves that are located in and around our area.
ABOUT UGM:
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE
Presented by Toyota of Scranton
Featured performers: Dave Brown (Guest Host), Tim McGurl, Bob Alunni and Western Skyline!
Dave Brown is a solo folksinger and songwriter from Northeast Pennsylvania. He also leads a string band called “The Dishonest Fiddlers” who are underway with their 2nd Studio Album. When the band is off, Dave works during the day at St. Joseph’s Center in Dunmore, PA as a Direct Care Aide.
Tim McGurl has been a Professional Musician, Singer/Songwriter for over 48 years. His musical career spans decades, since the late 1960’s. Tim has performed as a solo artist, as well as being a member of many bands from the Northeast, including: The Magic Bus; WhiskeyCreek; Karma Farm; Dead Branch Band; Mo’ Holiday; Bogart; The Relics; and later on becoming a founding member of The Village Idiots, one of the more popular N.E.P.A. jam-bands. Tim’s current band is Horse Spirit.
Early in his career, Tim lived in Leuven, Belgium in the mid 1970’s and performed in Europe’s clubs and cafes in Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and Barcelona; and was featured in several live concerts broadcast over Belgian National TV & Radio, and, here on local PBS and NPR. He has interwoven many musical styles and genres, into his own original compositions, drawing from traditional Americana Folk and Folk-Rock, to acoustic and electric Traditional British-Isles tunes, to the Blues.
Spanning his career, Tim has taken the helm, either solo, or with his bands, as an opening act for: The Buckinghams; “Mama” Cass Elliot; Tracy Nelson and Mother Earth; The Glass Prism; Eric Anderson; John Hammond; Billy Preston and New Riders Of The Purple Sage.
In his solo performances, Tim incorporates several variously-tuned acoustic guitars, including a vintage Martin D-28, Martin OM-28e-Retro, Epiphone EJ200-Jumbo and a Gibson Hummingbird.
You can “watch” his original videos, and covers of his favourite artists, on his “Tim McGurl YouTube Channel”; and “listen” on his “Tim McGurl Soundcloud Site.”
Bob Alunni
A believer in staying to make things better, Bob is rooted in Northeast PA. His writing and music style is heavily influenced by acoustic greats such as Neil Young. His interests aside from music are gardening, books and writing.
Western Skyline
Western Skyline offers a combination of alt-country, folk, rock and blues.
ABOUT UGM:
Underground Microphone is NEPA’s premier LIVE performance series which features our region’s finest talent. Each week we bring you an exclusive up close and personal lineup of poetry, comedy, music and more! Voted 2017’s Best New Event by readers of Electric City, Underground Microphone offers the unique experience that honors the Weekday Warrior! Reward yourself with an evening out downtown or a quick drink and entertainment after work.
Located in the Lower Level, the Raymond Hood Room is transformed into a listening room café where artists and their work are respected and supported. This very special space is named after the architect who designed the Scranton Cultural Center in the 1920s. Hood is widely known for his Art Deco and Neo Gothic design style which is evident throughout the entire building. Nationally recognized works include 30 Rockefeller Plaza, American Radiator Building, Daily News, The Emporis, Tribune Tower and The Ocean Forest Hotel in Myrtle Beach among others.
Doors open at 5:00 PM and entertainment starts at 6:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Artists: For anyone interested in performing: there are no rules. We encourage free form prose, poetry, stand up, improv and original music. It’s the perfect space to test out new material or projects. For information on how you can become involved, contact Maria at marias@sccmt.org or (570) 346-7369 x102.
Guests: Please be reminded that since this is a performance space, we do ask that you keep the conversation to a whisper. We recognize that this is a social setting, and there is ample lobby space for interacting and networking.
Presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories, and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.