UNDERGROUND MICROPHONE

Bryan Brophy, Host 
Bryan Brophy is a singer/songwriter from Scranton, Pa who formerly performed as pop-punk emo artist An Autumn Sunrise. Bryan released four albums under that name. Bryan is now recording a brand new album, which will be available this fall/winter. Bryan is currently playing solo acoustic shows in the Scranton Wilkes-Barre Area.

Chris Hludzik
Chris Hludzik is an original singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist from NEPA. He has been writing songs for several years, and has been involved with many bands and projects (performing, writing, engineering, mixing, and producing), covering many styles and genres of music. His original music represents this diversity.
Chris began playing guitar, then learned bass guitar, and other instruments soon followed. He then turned his attention on the art of recording, and later became assistant engineer for Sound Investments. There he gained much experience in engineering as well as production.  Chris currently performs throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania solo acoustic and, on occasion, electric with a backing band. He released his debut album “Yours in Rock,” in October 2008, followed by “Dissonance Meets Harmony” in October 2012, and then his third release, the “Nervous No More” E.P. in April 2014. The single “Like Ian Hunter” was released April 2017. A live album (“Live at Duffy’s”) and a demos and outtakes collection (“Rarities and Casualties”) were released September 2017. Chris’ latest release is the 2018 E.P “Another Last Stand.” Chris has been featured on local television and radio stations throughout the northeast.

Paul Ambrose
Paul Ambrose is 23 and is new to Scranton but enjoying the experiences of a new city. Originally from Hershey, he’s played music his entire life and continued playing saxophone in the marching band at Penn State. He grew up on jazz, but loves rock-and-roll. Paul’s music is heavily influenced by the Foo Fighters, Green Day, and John Mayer, with lyrical styles of country artists and singer-songwriters like Billy Joel and Jackson Browne. He hopes you enjoy the music and have a great time. If you want to hear more, follow him on Instagram (@paul.manofmusic) Facebook (Paul Ambrose) and YouTube (Paul Ambrose).

Shannon Marsyada
Singer songwriter Shannon Marsyada has been cultivating her craft since the age of 13. To date, she has four albums with her 5th slated to release early July this year!  Notable endeavors include being a feature on the Songwriters Hall of Fame New Writers album, performances at the Bitter End, Hard Rock Philadelphia, and Mauch Chaunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe. Also, Shannon enjoys performing for charity events,weddings, house parties, and is a fixture at the Four Blooms fine dining weekly. Her love of music never waivers, and her newest album Oceans, is her best, most anticipated work to date!

Johnny Vice
“Singer/Guitarist and sometimes songwriter Jonny Vice hails from a hardworking family and shows it in his lyrics. With a wide variety of both original and covers that draw from such influences as Tool all the way to Tom Waits he has a broad range of originals. Jonny Vice has played with several other musicians in duos, bands, and online collaborations, recently doing mostly solo work.

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 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 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.

Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.

Scranton Cultural Center presents

Alan Parsons Live Project

Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 7:30pm

Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Theatre | Doors at 6:30pm | Reserved Seating | Tickets $72.50 – $47.50 and $175.00 for VIP Meet and Greet

Visit the Tour Website at AlanParsons.com

The APP’s debut album, Tales Of Mystery And Imagination based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe paved the way for a string of hit albums, namely I Robot (1977), Pyramid (1978), The Turn of a Friendly Card (1980), Eye in the Sky (1982), Ammonia Avenue (1984), Vulture Culture (1985), Stereotomy (1986) and Gaudi (1987).
The current live band consists of Alan on acoustic guitar, keyboards and vocals, P.J. Olsson on vocals, Tom Brooks on keyboards, Guy Erez on bass, Jeff Kollman on guitar and vocals, Danny Thompson on Drums, Todd Cooper on sax, percussion and vocals, and Dan Tracey on guitar and vocals.

VIP Package details will be emailed to purchasers prior to the performance:

VIP Package $175.00 includes:

• One premium reserved ticket located in the first 10 rows
• Exclusive meet & greet with Alan Parsons
• Personal photograph with Alan Parsons
• Access to Alan Parsons preshow soundcheck
• Collectible “Eye in the Sky” lyric print; autographed by Alan Parsons
• Alan Parsons Project guitar pic set (with custom case)
• Official meet & greet laminate
• Limited availability

NO REFUNDS / NO EXCHANGES

Due to the nature of live event bookings all performances, dates, times and prices are subject to change without notice.

Buyer Beware: If you purchase tickets from a non-authorized person, outlet or online site that is not our primary distribution channel Ticketmaster.com, you risk purchasing a lost, stolen or fake ticket that is not valid for admittance, regardless of the event. Only valid tickets will scan to authorize entry for an event. Lost or stolen tickets may be deactivated and thus will not be valid for entry. Anyone who purchases tickets from a “scalper” or ticket broker does so at their own risk and in most cases is paying a premium.

When you visit the venue, our first priority is your care and safety. To that end, please be aware in advance of increased security measures for all events. Backpacks, oversized bags, outside food and beverage, and weapons of any kind are not permitted in the building. Also, upon entry, bags and coats must be open and ready for inspection by our security team. Thank you for your cooperation!

Broadway Theatre League Subscriptions are onsale now through the Broadway Theatre League office or

Click Here to Purchase Season Tickets Online

For Broadway Theatre League Season Subscription Information Call 570-342-7784

Click Here to learn about The Premiere Party on Thursday, September 26!

Click Here to Visit the Tour Website

Singing! Dancing! Paper!

It’s a typical morning at Scranton’s third largest paper company until, for no logical reason, a
documentary crew begins filming the lives of the employees of Dunder Mifflin…

The Office! A Musical Parody, currently playing Off-Broadway in New York City, is the unauthorized parody of the hit TV show, “The Office.” Don’t miss this hilarious new musical that lovingly pokes fun at everyone’s favorite coworkers. Your favorite moments from all 9 seasons mashed up into one “typical” day with Michael, Jim, Pam, Dwight and others at The Office.

Featuring songs such as “That’s What She Said,” “Marry Me Beesly,” and “We Have Fun Here.”

Run Time: 1 Hour 50 Minutes hours including intermission

Due to the nature of theatrical bookings all performances, dates, times and prices are subject to change without notice.

Buyer Beware: If you purchase tickets from a non-authorized person or outlet, you risk purchasing a lost, stolen or fake ticket that is not valid for admittance, regardless of the event. Only valid tickets will scan to authorize entry for an event. Lost or stolen tickets may be deactivated and thus will not be valid for entry. Anyone who purchases tickets from a “scalper,” ticket broker, or online secondary merchant other than Ticketmaster.com does so at their own risk and in most cases is paying a premium.

When you visit the theatre, our first priority is your care and safety. To that end, please be aware in advance of increased security measures for all events at our Theatre. Backpacks, oversized bags, outside food and beverage, and weapons of any kind are not permitted in the building. Also, upon entry, bags and coats must be open and ready for inspection by our security team. Thank you for your cooperation!

Broadway Theatre League Subscriptions are onsale now through the Broadway Theatre League office or

Click Here to Purchase Season Tickets Online

For Broadway Theatre League Season Subscription Information Call 570-342-7784

Click Here to learn about The Premiere Party on Thursday, September 26!

Click Here to Visit the Tour Website

Singing! Dancing! Paper!

It’s a typical morning at Scranton’s third largest paper company until, for no logical reason, a
documentary crew begins filming the lives of the employees of Dunder Mifflin…

The Office! A Musical Parody, currently playing Off-Broadway in New York City, is the unauthorized parody of the hit TV show, “The Office.” Don’t miss this hilarious new musical that lovingly pokes fun at everyone’s favorite coworkers. Your favorite moments from all 9 seasons mashed up into one “typical” day with Michael, Jim, Pam, Dwight and others at The Office.

Featuring songs such as “That’s What She Said,” “Marry Me Beesly,” and “We Have Fun Here.”

Run Time: 1 Hour 50 Minutes hours including intermission

Due to the nature of theatrical bookings all performances, dates, times and prices are subject to change without notice.

Buyer Beware: If you purchase tickets from a non-authorized person or outlet, you risk purchasing a lost, stolen or fake ticket that is not valid for admittance, regardless of the event. Only valid tickets will scan to authorize entry for an event. Lost or stolen tickets may be deactivated and thus will not be valid for entry. Anyone who purchases tickets from a “scalper,” ticket broker, or online secondary merchant other than Ticketmaster.com does so at their own risk and in most cases is paying a premium.

When you visit the theatre, our first priority is your care and safety. To that end, please be aware in advance of increased security measures for all events at our Theatre. Backpacks, oversized bags, outside food and beverage, and weapons of any kind are not permitted in the building. Also, upon entry, bags and coats must be open and ready for inspection by our security team. Thank you for your cooperation!

The 2019 Scranton Fringe Festival (Friday, September 27th – Sunday, October 6th) is a celebration of community and the performing arts! For the past four years we have presented hundreds of creative works to over 10,000+ unique audience members!

The Scranton Fringe Festival is dedicated to creating a bold and engaging platform for creative and thought provoking art with minimal risk to artist and audience. Regional as well as touring artists are welcomed to present work with no censorship placed on content or artistic expression while striving to promote Scranton as a viable and creative environment.

The Scranton Fringe Festival is held annually across several consecutive days in multiple venues throughout downtown Scranton. Theatre, music, dance, film, comedy, puppetry and every other sort of performing-arts-production you can imagine are welcomed on the fringe! The festival is kept accessible and affordable for artists (no application fees, comparably small production fees) and audiences (special free programming, affordable tickets, hopper passes, etc) alike!

Scranton Fringe was co-founded by Conor O’Brien (current Executive Director) and Elizabeth Bohan (current Managing Director). The 2018 Board of Directors also includes: Melissa Carestia, Susan Estler, John Farkas, Lorrie Loughney, Dr. Robert McKeage, Michael Muller, Alberto Paramo, and Camille Reinecke. Various members of the community serve on the Programming, Marketing and Fundraising committees that provide vital support to the organization.  Scranton Fringe Festival’s mission is deemed non-profit (via its 501c3 fiscal sponsor Fractured Atlas).

Scranton Fringe celebrated its first festival October 1st – 4th 2015 to great success. With forty-seven (47) productions spanning nearly one hundred (100) individual performances, and approximately three-thousand (3000) in attendance, Scranton Fringe has proven itself to be a major event in the cultural landscape of NEPA. Having grown each year we are thrilled to present our fifth Fringe Festival, September 27th – October 6th 2019 across downtown Scranton. 

CLICK HERE for more information about the Scranton Fringe Festival!

Scranton Fringe Festival – SCC Events/ Performances

Scranton Cultural Center’s
Jump, Jive & Jazz! Celebrates Jazz Around the World!

Tickets are General Admission, $25.00 in Advance, $30.00 Day of Show

FEATURING

FEATURING

The Upper Valley Winds Big Band under the direction of Patrick Marcinko, III

The Justin Padro` “Latin Jazz” Trio brings the sultry sounds derived from Afro-Cuban/Brazilian influences.

BOG Swing Group reunites with their signature Jean ” Django”  Rieinhardt inspired Jazz Manouche and the Gypsy Jazz from Paris France.

and NEPA’s newest sensation, Tri~Tones lends a Manhattan style of NYC’s eclectic Jazz/Funk/Fusion.

General Admission, First-Come, First-Served Seating.

Doors open at 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere

Underground Microphone is BACK for its 3rd Season! UGM 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!
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.

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.

Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.

Doors open at 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere

Underground Microphone is BACK for its 3rd Season! UGM 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!
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.

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.

Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.

Doors open at 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere

Underground Microphone is BACK for its 3rd Season! UGM 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!
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.

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.

Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.

Doors open at 6:00 PM and entertainment starts at 7:00 PM!
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere

Underground Microphone is BACK for its 3rd Season! UGM 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!
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.

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.

Sponsored by United Gilsonite Laboratories and LT Verrastro. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.