Nick Swardson: Toilet Head
Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 at 7:00pm
Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Theatre | Doors at 6:30pm | Reserved Seating Only
The road to success has been a steady climb for Swardson. He first found success by writing Malibu’s Most Wanted for Warner Brothers and by featuring in the hit Comedy Central series RENO 911. After catching the attention of Happy Madison Productions, he quickly became a fixture in the company, writing or co-writing and producing such projects as Grandma’s Boy, Benchwarmers, and co-producing I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry with Adam Sandler and Kevin James. Nick has performed in movies such as That’s My Boy, Blades of Glory, 30 Minutes or Less, and Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star, which he wrote, starred in, and produced. His first CD/DVD, Party, on Comedy Central Records (produced by Happy Madison) went platinum. He followed that up in 2010 with his first one-hour stand-up special on Comedy Central, Seriously who Farted.
In addition to his career in film and in the world of stand-up comedy, Nick continues to have a prolific career in television. His Comedy Central sketch show, Pretend Time with Nick Swardson ran from 2010 to 2012, and he voiced the role of ‘Troy’ on FXX’s animated show, Chozen. Most recently, Nick starred as ‘Gary’ in Typical Rick on Comedy Central streaming.
His Comedy Central Special, Taste It! premiered April 2015 on Comedy Central. Nick co-starred in the animated film Hell And Back with TJ Miller, Bob Odenkirk, and Mila Kunis. Nick also co-starred in the most-watched movie on Netflix to date, The Ridiculous 6 starring Adam Sandler and Will Forte. More recently he co-starred in Sandler’s second film for Netflix The Do-Over starring Adam Sandler and David Spade.
Visit Nick’s Website at http://nickswardson.net/
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Scranton Cultural Center and Magic City Productions present
The Irish Tenors: A Family Christmas
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Theatre | November 30, 2024 at 7:30pm | Reserved Seating
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The Irish Tenors have been the acknowledged Celtic music kings since they burst upon the scene during a 1998 special. With ten best selling CD’s to their credit, they share company with the likes of The Three Tenors and Andrea Bocelli as the biggest money makers PBS has presented.
The Irish Tenors rekindled the love of all things Irish in America, and opened the door for countless Irish music groups to hit the United States, but The Irish Tenors cannot be duplicated; The Irish Tenors are the real deal! They have stood the test of time; audiences of all ages love the Irish Tenors and clamor to get tickets whenever they perform. Full houses and standing ovations are the norm for The Irish Tenors.
The Irish Tenors have performed all over the world, including the best venues in America, From Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Gardens and Carnegie Hall in New York to The Hollywood Bowl in California – they have blazed the trail from coast to coast stopping in nearly every city in between; thrilling audiences at every single stop with their enchanting Irish repertoire, sweeping secular selections and dynamic holiday fare.
The Irish Tenors have performed for Presidents and Prime Ministers – delight your audience with the full-bodied sound of symphonic backing and pure tenor harmony – present The Irish Tenors next season at your venue!
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Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
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Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.
The Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic presents
Holiday Pops “Celebrate the Holidays!”
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Theatre | $78.00 – $42.00 & $16.00 Student Tickets | Reserved Seating
Experience the magic of the holiday season in a dazzling concert featuring the NEPA Philharmonic, a holiday concert choir, talented guest artists, and the Ballet Theatre of Scranton! It promises to be an unforgettable evening of joy and wonder for audiences of all ages. Topping it off will be a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus!
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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, including pocket knives, 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!
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Please DO NOT bring into the building large bags, purses, backpacks, large umbrellas longer than 12″, outside food or drink.
Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
Clear Bags may be checked for every event.
Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.

West Point Band
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Theatre | Free Ticket | Seating is General Admission, First-Come First-Served
****Free Ticket****
Tickets to this event are free, although orders by phone and online may
incur convenience fees. To avoid convenience fees, tickets may be ordered
in person at the Fidelity Bank Box Office at the Scranton Cultural Center.
There is a limit or 4 per household.
Sponsored by Gentex Corporation, Greater Scranton Central Labor Union, Eric Schubert. President. Supported by Lackawanna County Department of Arts & Culture and the PA Council on the Arts.
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Join the West Point Band for “West Point on the March,” an exploration of the most classic American military musical genre: the march, featuring some of Sousa’s best-known works alongside lively selections like “Americans We” and Ethel Smyth’s anthem of women’s suffrage, “March of the Women.” The West Point Brass Quintet will showcase the powerful music of a New Orleans funeral, followed by stirring pieces inspired by the 1963 March on Washington, including Bob Dylan’s “When the Ship Comes In” and “Blowin’ in the Wind.” The concert wraps up with the unforgettable movie marches from “Indiana Jones” and “The Music Man.”

Comprised of graduates from America’s finest music schools, the West Point Concert Band is a versatile ensemble that continues to entertain and inspire audiences through innovative programming and world-class performance in concert and ceremonial settings. The ensemble can be heard around the Greater Hudson Valley, New York City, and throughout the United States. Its storied history features performances for U.S. Presidents, heads of state, and foreign dignitaries. The band is regularly invited to participate in high-profile events in the New York metropolitan area at locations such as Yankee Stadium, MetLife Stadium, and the Statue of Liberty.
The Concert Band performs concerts, military ceremonies, and at athletic events for the United States Corps of Cadets. The band regularly supports cadet activities at the United States Military Academy, including Graduation Week, Reception Day, Cadet Summer Training, and coaching the Cadet Spirit Band. Additionally, the band collaborates with the English, Geography, History, and Philosophy departments as useful teaching resources at West Point.

The Concert Band has performed at major venues including David Geffen Hall, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Tanglewood, and the Meyerson Symphony Center. The band has been showcased with the New York Philharmonic, continuing a long-standing collaboration between the United States Army’s oldest band and America’s oldest orchestra. It also maintains a close association with the New York Yankees, utilizing the full performing ensemble and chamber groups for high-profile games. Members of the Concert Band have also been featured on the History Channel, Fox News, CNN, ESPN, and the NBC Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks. As performers and educators, the musicians of the West Point Band continue to present provocative performances while providing the Corps of Cadets with a piece of living history.
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 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, including pocket knives, 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!
Please Click Here for additional Security, House and Box Office Information.
The following items are PROHIBITED in the Center:
Purses, Coolers, backpacks, over-sized bags, bottles, cans and glass containers, outside food or beverages, horns, whistles, banners, noisemakers, laser pens, cameras, video cameras, or recording devices, illegal substances, weapons or any other threatening objects.
Please DO NOT bring into the building large bags, purses, backpacks, umbrellas over 12″, outside food or drink.
Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
Bags may be checked for every event.
Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.

This event has been cancelled by the promoter due to a scheduling conflict. Refunds have been processed by your point of purchase.
Outback Presents
Rodney Carrington
Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 7:00pm
Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Theatre | Doors at 6:30pm | Reserved Seating Only | Mature Audiences ONLY!
Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades.
A platinum-recording artist, Rodney’s recorded eight major record label comedy albums, followed by three albums on his own record label, Laughter’s Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album, “Get Em Out,” (released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album “Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special.
Rodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut “Hangin’ With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live, Morning Wood, Nutsack, Greatest Hits, King of the Mountains, El Nino Loco, C’mon Laugh You Bastards, Laughter’s Good and The Hits, all of which continue to receive radio airplay and regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin’ With Rodney” and “Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights,” a tribute to our military.
Rodney also added “author” to his list of accomplishments with the release of his book “Rodney Carrington, Coming Clean” published by Hatchette Books.
Over the years, he’s starred in his own TV sitcom, “Rodney”, which ran for two seasons on ABC, co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film, “Beer for My Horses,” which won the Tex Ritter Award from the ACM, and starred in his own Netflix special “Here Comes The Truth.” Rodney’s also appeared on countless other TV shows, including the ACA (American Country Awards), hosting the American Country New Year’s Eve Live show on FOX, and won “Supporting Character of the Year” from the CMT Music Video Awards for his appearance on the Trace Adkins’ music video “I Got My Game On.”
Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest single, “Let Me In,” (released) October 15, 2021) and is gearing up for a year of touring!
Visit Rodney’s Website at https://rodneycarrington.com/
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 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, including pocket knives, 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!
Please Click Here for additional Security, House and Box Office Information.
The following items are PROHIBITED in the Center:
Purses, bags, coolers, backpacks, over-sized bags, bottles, cans and glass containers, outside food or beverages, horns, whistles, banners, noisemakers, laser pens, cameras, video cameras, or recording devices, illegal substances, weapons or any other threatening objects.
Please DO NOT bring into the building large bags, purses, backpacks, large umbrellas longer than 12″, outside food or drink.
Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
Clear Bags may be checked for every event.
Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.

Curtain Call
A Fundraiser for the Scranton Cultural Center
Presented by the Knights of Pythias – Hyde Park/Farview Lodge #306 – Scranton PA
Thursday, May 1st, 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm | Grand Ballroom
Honorary Chairs: Megan and Ryan Alpert, Kristen Legg, Tim McMullen and Michele and Jerry Musheno.
Tickets are $100 per Person | $125 per Patron (Please select the correct ticket type when purchasing)
Curtain Call is sponsored by Toyota of Scranton, The Advocacy Alliance, Barbetti McHale LLC – CPAs, Broadway Theatre League of NEPA, Central Park Flowers, Constantino’s Catering, The Dime Bank, Kearney Family Fund, Knowles Insurance, Masonic Temple & Scottish Rite Cathedral Association, Pagnotti Enterprises, Peoples Security Bank and Realty Network Group.
Unable to make the event? Please consider a contribution to this year’s project.
The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic is pleased to announce the return of Curtain Call, a project-based fundraiser that was introduced in 2023 to support the cost of fabricating an installing a new curtain in our Grand Ballroom, which was completely in late 2024.
Last year, Curtain Call raised much-needed funds for theatre restoration and improvement projects, including microphone and lighting upgrades, which largely benefitted our Youth Theatre Program. This year’s project will assist in funding the purchase and installation of a new, state-of-the-art sound system for the Weinberg Theatre.
This fun, innovative event hosted in our Grand Ballroom will feature live music and plenty of time to mix and mingle while offering a delicious selection of catered heavy hors d’oeuvre by Constantino’s Catering and a premium open bar.

Martin Media Presents
Whose Live Anyway?
Weinberg Theatre | Reserved Seating | Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:30pm
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The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?, appearing live in concert at the Scranton Cultural Center May 15, 2024
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, Ryan Stiles, and Joel Murray will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your eyes. Audience participation is key to the show, so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage!
This particular style of improvisational comedy is rife with countless gags, one-liners, hilarious games and even songs so good you will hardly believe they were made up on the spot. The teamwork and trust that it takes to perform a show with no script is apparent, but when the best of the best do it, they do it effortlessly. Watch them build entire scenes, characters, and storylines right before your eyes as they take you on a white-knuckle ride through endless chuckles.
Ryan Stiles’ television credits include roles on “The Drew Carey Show” and “Two and a Half Men,” while Greg Proops has lent his vocal talents to animated characters in Star Wars: Episode 1, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Brother Bear. However, both got their start as comedians and are excited to return to their funny-bone-tickling roots.
Jeff B. Davis is also a highly experienced improv comedian and starred in the cult classic cartoon series, “Harmonquest.” He has also starred in “Drew Carey’s Green Screen Show” and “Improv-a-Ganza,” while gaining fame for his spot-on impressions of Christoper Walken, Keanu Reeves, and Jeff Goldblum.
Joel Murray is the youngest of the nine Murray brothers, including Bill Murray, but has become a star in his own right. Though he has over 250 sitcom appearances, he is best known for his recurring roles like Freddy Rumsen on “Mad Men” and Eddie Jackson on “Shameless.” He has also appeared in One Crazy Summer, The Artist, Scrooged, and Bobcat Goldthwait’s God Bless America..
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show as well as some exciting new ones, featuring musical direction by Bob Derkach. All ages welcome.
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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 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, including pocket knives, 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!
Please Click Here for additional Security, House and Box Office Information.
The following items are PROHIBITED in the Center:
Purses, bags, coolers, backpacks, over-sized bags, bottles, cans and glass containers, outside food or beverages, horns, whistles, banners, noisemakers, laser pens, cameras, video cameras, or recording devices, illegal substances, weapons or any other threatening objects.
Please DO NOT bring into the building large bags, purses, backpacks, large umbrellas longer than 12″, outside food or drink.
Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
Clear Bags may be checked for every event.
Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.

$116.95 and $91.35 VIP Packages, $64.70 – $47.15 Regular Admission (Includes Fees) | Reserved Seating | Prices Subject to Change
Mainstage Concert | Weinberg Theatre, Reserved Seating Only | 7:00pm, Doors Open at 6:15pm
Stars perform in an intimate “guitar pull” style show and share the stories behind their songs.
Guitars & Stars Lineup:
- Zach Top
- LOCASH
- Kelsey Hart
- Dillon Carmichael
- Drew Baldridge
Please note when selecting tickets on Ticketmaster.com that you select the correct VIP Package. Not All Seats are available for each package.
Zach Top VIP PreShow Package | $116.95
Zach Top VIP PreShow Holders Must Check In by 5:00pm
Ticket includes
1 Guaranteed seat in the first (10) ten (or closer) rows
1 Entry to Catered VIP Pre-Party with Mike Elward & Chris Shrive on the Old Farmer Tea Company Side Stage
1 digital photo with Zach Top
*meet and greet photos may be shot in groups per artist management
LOCASH VIP PreShow Package | $116.95
LOCASH VIP PreShow Holders Must Check In by 5:00pm
Ticket includes
1 Guaranteed seat in the first (10) ten (or closer) rows
1 Entry to Catered VIP Pre-Party with Mike Elward & Chris Shrive on the Old Farmer Tea Company Side Stage
1 digital photo with LOCASH
*meet and greet photos may be shot in groups per artist management
Kelsey Hart VIP PreShow Package | $116.95
Kelsey Hart VIP PreShow Holders Must Check In by 5:00pm
Ticket includes
1 Guaranteed seat in the first (10) ten (or closer) rows
1 Entry to Catered VIP Pre-Party with Mike Elward & Chris Shrive on the Old Farmer Tea Company Side Stage
1 digital photo with Kelsey Hart
*meet and greet photos may be shot in groups per artist management
Dillon Carmichael VIP PreShow Package | $116.95
Dillon Carmichael VIP PreShow Holders Must Check In by 5:00pm
Ticket includes
1 Guaranteed seat in the first (10) ten (or closer) rows
1 Entry to Catered VIP Pre-Party with Mike Elward & Chris Shrive on the Old Farmer Tea Company Side Stage
1 digital photo with Dillon Carmichael
*meet and greet photos may be shot in groups per artist management
Drew Baldridge VIP PreShow Package | $116.95
Drew Baldridge VIP PreShow Holders Must Check In by 5:00pm
Ticket includes
1 Guaranteed seat in the first (10) ten (or closer) rows
1 Entry to Catered VIP Pre-Party with Mike Elward & Chris Shrive on the Old Farmer Tea Company Side Stage
1 digital photo with Drew Baldridge
*meet and greet photos may be shot in groups per artist management
VIP PARTY ONLY PreShow Package (No Meet and Greet)| $91.35
VIP PreShow Party Only Holders Must Check In by 5:00pm
Ticket includes
1 Guaranteed seat in the first (12) twelve (or closer) rows
1 Entry to Catered VIP Pre-Party with Mike Elward & Chris Shrive on the Old Farmer Tea Company Side Stage
***THIS PACKAGE DOES NOT Include any meet and greets with artists.
VIP Info You must purchase a VIP level ticket to gain access to the Old Farmer Tea Company VIP Lounge/PreParty inside the Ballroom at the Scranton Cultural Center. VIP’s must present their ticket at check-in table in order to be admitted into the lounge area.
VIP’s MUST check in by 5:00pm.
Froggy 101’s Guitars & Stars
Featuring
Zach Top zachtop.com
Raised in Sunnyside, WA, Zach Top grew up on classic country music around the family farm. At the age of seven, he formed a band with his siblings which set the stage for his musical ambitions.
Hailed by Rolling Stone as one of the “hottest acts right now,” Zach Top is in the midst of a breakout year following the release of his acclaimed debut album, Cold Beer & Country Music. Produced by Carson Chamberlain, the album landed on several “Best of 2024” lists, including Rolling Stone, Billboard and The New York Times, who praises, “the music is airtight and fluent—a demonstration of vivid coloring within hard lines.” Known for his “thrilling” (Holler) live performances, Top recently wrapped an extensive run with Lainey Wilson and kicked off his “Cold Beer & Country Music” headline tour in January. The highly anticipated trek, which includes two nights at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, sold out just hours after tickets went on sale. The CMA Award-nominee has also shared stages with notable artists such as Dwight Yoakam and Billy Strings, and will join Alan Jackson for select upcoming shows. Widely respected by his peers, Top also recently collaborated with Billy Strings for an exclusive Apple Music Nashville Sessions three-song EP, which is available now.
LOCASH locash.com
Named “country music’s iconic feel-good duo” by PEOPLE, LOCASH – Preston Brust and Chris Lucas – are adding a new dimension to their hitmaking career with the launch of their own record label – Galaxy Label Group. With distribution by BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, LOCASH will continue “hitting homers and serving up first-class songs,” as hailed by American Songwriter. With fresh music expected to release in spring, this new era follows back-to-back high-profile collaborations “Let It Slide” (Leslie Jordan, Blanco Brown, LOCASH) and “Beach Boys” (feat. The Beach Boys’ Mike Love and Bruce Johnston). Known for PLATINUM breakout “I Love This Life” and GOLD #1’s “One Big Country Song” and “I Know Somebody,” LOCASH have earned eight charting singles, two successful albums, nearly 800 MILLION global streams, and hold a history of nods from the genre’s biggest awards shows since launching in 2015. Announcing their 2024 partnership with 44 Farms, LOCASH recently supported Kane Brown’s DRUNK OR DREAMING TOUR.
Kelsey Hart kelseyhart.com
After several years of songwriting for other artists under Word Music Publishing, Hart signed his own record deal with Curb Records in January 2023. His debut single, “Life with You”, was released in November 2023, and charted on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. It served as the lead single and title track to his debut studio album, which was released on May 31, 2024.
Hart made his Grand Ole Opry debut on June 28, 2024.
Hailed by Rolling Stone as “country music’s most convincing young star since Stapleton,” Dillon Carmichael isn’t just an artist; he’s a force of nature.
Born and raised in Burgin, Kentucky, the 6’4” troubadour first rose to fame in 2018 on the strength of his critically acclaimed Riser House debut, the Dave Cobb-produced Hell On An Angel, which prompted NPR to praise his “deep holler” and the New York Times to declare that his voice moves “with the heft and certainty of a tractor-trailer.” Dates with everyone from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Trace Adkins to Dwight Yoakam and Justin Moore followed, as did festival appearances from Faster Horses to Tortuga and Artist To Watch nods from the likes of Billboard, Rolling Stone, Pandora, and more. Carmichael followed it up in 2021 with Son Of A, another neo-traditional gem that’s racked up more than 13 million streams across platforms (Carmichael’s catalog boasts more than 140 million streams collectively) and yielded similarly glowing reviews for its feel-good mix of wry humor and raw heart. After debuting as the #1 most-added single at country radio, the album’s title track is already well on its way to a million plays on YouTube as it continues to climb the singles charts. Carmichael remains busy as ever on the road in 2022, headlining his ‘Son Of A’ Tour and opening for the likes of Brooks & Dunn, Cody Johnson, Brothers Osborne, and more.
Drew Baldridge drewbaldridge.com
With a voice as rich as the mid-western soil he was raised on, Patoka, IL native, Drew Baldridge’s music reflects small town life while living large on the simple things. Drew’s music is the soundtrack to life, be if a rowdy Friday night or a peaceful Sunday morning. His songs and performances transport listeners to their favorite memories all while making new ones. He has shared the stage with artist’s such as Alabama, Phil Vassar, Montgomery Gentry, and Justin Moore to name a few.
Old Farmer Tea Company VIP PreParty SideStage
Mike Elward facebook.com/mikeelwardmusic
Chris Shrive facebook.com/Chrisshriveruckus
Froggy 101’s Guitars & Stars! Presented by Burke’s Gun Shop Indoor Shooting Range.
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 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, including pocket knives, 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!
Please Click Here for additional Security, House and Box Office Information.
The following items are PROHIBITED in the Center:
Purses, bags, coolers, backpacks, over-sized bags, bottles, cans and glass containers, outside food or beverages, horns, whistles, banners, noisemakers, laser pens, cameras, video cameras, or recording devices, illegal substances, weapons or any other threatening objects.
Please DO NOT bring into the building large bags, purses, backpacks, large umbrellas longer than 12″, outside food or drink.
Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
Clear Bags may be checked for every event.
Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.
Scranton Jazz Festival Presents
Tower of Power
Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 8:00pm
Grand Ballroom | Doors at 7:30pm | Reserved Seating by Ticket Only | Prices Subject to Change
VIP PreShow Soundcheck Package $178.80
1 Exclusive access to sound check and a photo with the band pre-showtime.
1 Premium Show ticket
Further details concerning times for access will be sent to your email prior to the show date. One Entry per ticket holder, must arrive prior to soundcheck.
Late entry is not cause for refund. NO REFUNDS / NO EXCHANGES.
For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music.“We were a Soul band called The Motowns.” recalls Emilio Castillo. “Rocco was the bass player, I was in there, and my brother was the drummer. I met “Doc” Kupka back in 1968, and gave him an audition. He came in the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power.” The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind.
“We wanted to get into the Fillmore Auditorium and with a name like the Motowns, dressed in suits with razor cuts, we knew we’d never get in there. We grew our hair long, and started to be hippies, and changed our name. Doc then suggested that we start writing our own songs.”
The Fillmore was a major goal, which came along at the right time. “We had been playing nightclubs, and we had gotten busted for being underage. One night, the ABC came in, and caught the trumpet player drinking, and the next thing we knew, a notice was out across the Bay Area that if they hired us again, clubs would lose their liquor license. Then, my parents moved to Detroit, and I was on my own, broke and hungry, and all I did was rehearse. We wrote the songs for East Bay Grease, and by November, we were at the end of our rope. I told the guys that I was leaving for the holidays, and if nothing happened with this audition, I wasn’t coming back.”
Fortunately, he did, and the rest as they say, is history.
East Bay Grease defined their sound and landed them with Warner Brothers. Bump City, their 1972 debut for the label, was a hit on both the Billboard 200 and the R&B Albums chart, and netted them the hits “You’re Still A Young Man” and “Down to The Nightclub.” The 70s were a boom period with radio classics like “So Very Hard to Go” and “What Is Hip?,” and the band continued to tour and record over the years. Castillo says their love of the stage is the same today as it was back in 1968.
50 years later, in 2018, they returned to Oakland to celebrate their landmark 50th anniversary. Tower’s window-rattling grooves and raucous party spirit has been a balm for the soul throughout their half-century existence, but the release of 50 Years of Funk & Soul: Live at the Fox Theater couldn’t arrive at a better time.
“People come up to me all the time and say, ‘Wow man, 50 years! We can’t believe it,’” laughs Castillo. “You can’t believe it? I’m the one that can’t believe it. We’ve been through a lot of ups and downs and learned a lot along the way. We’ve affected a lot of people’s lives and done a lot of work that we’re very proud of. The band has a real family atmosphere. It’s been very rewarding.”
The band has long since surpassed Castillo’s modest aspirations, traveling the world, enjoying hit singles on their own and backing legendary artists including Otis Redding, Elton John, Santana, the Grateful Dead, John Lee Hooker, Aerosmith, Bonnie Raitt, and countless others. In the process they’ve defined an “Oakland soul” sound as instantly recognizable as those from Castillo’s hometown, Detroit, as well as inspirations like Memphis and Philadelphia.
The future of Tower of Power is set out to be vigorous and dynamic, and will prove to be just that for fans around the world starved for the band’s groove just the way Tower of Power likes it!
Visit the Tour Website at towerofpower.com
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 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, including pocket knives, 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!
Please Click Here for additional Security, House and Box Office Information.
The following items are PROHIBITED in the Center:
Purses, bags, coolers, backpacks, over-sized bags, bottles, cans and glass containers, outside food or beverages, horns, whistles, banners, noisemakers, laser pens, cameras, video cameras, or recording devices, illegal substances, weapons or any other threatening objects.
Please DO NOT bring into the building large bags, purses, backpacks, large umbrellas longer than 12″, outside food or drink.
Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
Clear Bags may be checked for every event.
Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.
Scranton Jazz Festival
Big Band
Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 6:00pm
Grand Ballroom | Doors at 5:00pm | Reserved Seating by Ticket Only | Prices Subject to Change
Celebrating 20 years of the SJF!
The Scranton Jazz Festival 17-piece Big Band under the direction of Marko Marcinko will perform a musical retrospective that will honor and reflect the musical history of The Scranton Jazz Festival.
The Emmy nominated SJF Big Band will be joined by some very special guest artists.
Special Guests:
Jeff Barone (guitar: Tom Harrell, Bobby Caldwell)
Ilona Knopfler (French vocalist)
Carl Fischer (trumpet: Billy Joel, Maynard Ferguson)
Maryann McSweeney (bassist: Lee Konitz, Bucky Pizzarelli, Broadway)
Sal Giorgianni (saxophonist: Quincy Jones, Maynard Ferguson)
Ron Oswanski (accordion)
Nate Birkey (trumpet/vocals)
Band:
Trumpets – Chris Rogers, Eddie Severn, Nate Birkey, Ken Luckey
Trombones – Bill Smith, Mike Fahn, Brody Segan, Mark Lusk
Saxes – Nelson Hill, David Mirarchi, Tom Hamilton, Sal Giorgianni, Jim Buckley
Piano – Steve Rudolph
Bass – Paul Rostock
Drums – Marko Marcinko
Percussion – Bob Velez
Visit the Website at scrantonjazzfestival.org

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 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, including pocket knives, 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!
Please Click Here for additional Security, House and Box Office Information.
The following items are PROHIBITED in the Center:
Purses, bags, coolers, backpacks, over-sized bags, bottles, cans and glass containers, outside food or beverages, horns, whistles, banners, noisemakers, laser pens, cameras, video cameras, or recording devices, illegal substances, weapons or any other threatening objects.
Please DO NOT bring into the building large bags, purses, backpacks, large umbrellas longer than 12″, outside food or drink.
Wristlets up to 4″ x 6″ x 1″ or Clear Bags up to 12″ x 12″ 6″ are permitted
Clear Bags may be checked for every event.
Other security measures vary per event.
The Center is a SMOKE FREE facility. NO smoking materials, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, matches or other flammable items may be brought into the Center.
There is no Re-Entry upon Exit for most concert events.
Cameras and recording devices are prohibited.








