American Masters Lecture
What makes something go viral?
Derek Thompson
Author of Hit Makers.
“A fun, thought-provoking take on the strange turns of cultural fortune.” Publishers Weekly
Imagine that…
Thursday, Sept. 7
7 P.M.
Scranton Cultural Center
Admission is free for Lackawanna County Library System card holders. Tickets are available at Lackawanna Libraries or online @ www.lclshome.org
“One of the brightest new voices in American journalism.” Daniel H. Pink
“He has taken the Irish music scene by storm. Now it’s time we shared him with the rest of the world.” -Daniel O’Donnell
Irish singer Nathan Carter has catapulted into stardom, charming audiences on guitar, piano, and accordion. At age 26, he boasts three number-one albums, two number-one singles, and two number-one live performance DVDs. On his debut North American tour, join Nathan, his Irish band, and special guest star Chloe Agnew for a show-stopping mix of songs like “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Wagon Wheel,” and a program packed with old country favorites, Irish folk songs, and adult contemporary classics. Fans of Daniel O’Donnell, Michael Bublé, and Tony Bennett will love this young Irish crooner who is blazing a trail to worldwide success.
Tickets OnSale 7/31/17 at 10:00am | General Admission | $25.00
Scranton Cultural Center
Jump, Jive an’ Jazz
presented by Toyota of Scranton
featuring
Patrick Marcinko, Jr.’s Upper Valley Winds Big Band
Bob Dorough’s School House Rock & All That Jazz!
Michelle Oram with Jazz-Tap Percussionist, Jenn Rose
The Jazz-Art Group
Jump, Jive an’ Jazz is presented by Toyota of Scranton and sponsored by LT Verrastro, UGI, Lackawanna Insurance Group, ATR Properties, Main Street Music, Rogan Law and Hemmler + Camayd Architects. Supported by Lackawanna County and the PA Council on the Arts.
Kick off the 2017 Scranton Fringe Festival the right way! Start the five day celebration by seeing amazing preview performances of theater, dance, comedy and so much more featured at the Festival. The Kick Off Party is free to attend and features food, drinks and the chance to meet performers! Let your Fringe Flag fly with us and kick off the 2017 Scranton Fringe Festival!
DELIRIUM
Written & performed by Martin Dockery
A true story of the mysterious connection between love and death within an indifferent universe.
“That rare ability to vividly mix the mundane with the transcendent is why Dockery remains the best.” –Orlando Sentinel.
“Shout-it-from-the-rooftop acclaim for Delirium! A beautifully written, deftly performed, bruisingly intimate outing that offers sophisticated humor and a strong emotional punch.” –Fresno Bee.
VENUE: Scranton Cultural Center: Junior Ballroom / Lower Level (420 N Washington Ave)
RATED PG
Thursday September 28th at 6:00 PM
Friday September 29th at 6:00 PM
Saturday September 30th at 9:00 PM
MEET THE GLORY WHOLES
When four second rate comedians land a gig as hosts of a children’s television show, they hope the opportunity will propel their careers into television superstardom. Instead, their dreams are cut short by the harsh reality of the entertainment business. After learning their show is being cancelled due to lack of viewership, a simple twist of fate gives the guys an opportunity to end their careers on their terms. So, they decide to get a little “creative” with their Christmas show. I mean, what’s the harm in that? It’s not like anyone’s going to watch the show anyway… right?
VENUE: Scranton Cultural Center: Craftsmen Hall / Third Floor (420 N Washington Ave)
RATED PG-13
Thursday September 28th at 6:00 PM
Friday September 29th at 6:00 PM
Saturday September 30th at 1:00 PM
Miss Electric City
Directed by April Holgate & Liz Stanton, Written by Marnie Azzarelli
In the year 2017, Joshua Fairbanks dares to find a pageant queen in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Too bad all of the contestants are insane. Come see who will be crowned Miss Electric City, and please, for the love of God, do not bring a camera!
VENUE: Scranton Cultural Center: Junior Ballroom / Lower Level (420 N Washington Ave)
RATED PG-13
Thursday September 28th at 7:30 PM
Saturday September 30th at 1:00 PM
Saturday September 30th at 7:30 PM
Described as “an incredible feat of storytelling” by the CBC, The Dark Fantastic is the wild, imaginative, and darkly comic tale of an artist who’s lost his nose. Reviews for The Dark Fantastic:
“A virtuoso storyteller animated with a sense of humor.” -Edmonton Journal.
“Would be fantastic even outside a fringe setting. The images he conjures gradually astound.” -Globe & Mail, Toronto.
“Will blow your mind. A masterful, other-worldly ride.” -Orlando Sentinel. “Mesmerizing.” -Vancouver Courier.
“5 STARS… A storied and imaginary road that is not just less traveled, it’s completely uncharted… it is dark. It is fantastic.’ -Winnipeg Free Press
VENUE: Scranton Cultural Center: Craftsman Hall / Third Floor (420 N Washington Ave)
RATED PG-13
Thursday September 28th at 7:30 PM
Friday September 29th at 9:00 PM
Saturday September 30th at 7:30 PM