Scranton Edition arts

Evening of free improvisation at The Music Studio

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, Nov. 11, The Music Studio hosted a performance of spontaneous musical works for piano, saxophone and bass. Local pianist, Ron Stabinsky, performed a solo free improvisation using prepared piano.

Hexagon Project 2009 exhibits

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The 2009 Hexagon Project recently held its 2009 Hexagon Exhibit at the Melberger Art Center, Scranton. Hexagons were received from students throughout the United States and worldwide.

Bluestone Gallery to exhibit works of the Lowenbeins

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Bluestone Gallery is exhibiting new works by solo artist Adam Lowenbein, along with work of his late father Michael Lowenbein. The unique exhibit titled “Generations” is a composite of works from each artist.

New restaurants set to open in Abington area

Kristie Grier — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:23:44 GMT

While the Abingtons may already be noted as a place for culinary adventures, local residents and visitors will soon have two new options for their dining enjoyment.

Voluntary Action Center to benefit from Happy Hour tonight at Bistocchi's

Kristie Grier — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:46:30 GMT

A Happy Hour at Bistocchi’s Restaurant tonight, Monday, Nov. 16, will benefit the Christmas Holiday Bureau, a program of the Voluntary Action Center.

fine arts & Entertainment

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Celebrating Ancestors, works by area students inspired by important people in their lives. Through Dec. 31 at the Everhart Museum, Scranton. Monday, Thursday and Friday, noon to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Info at 346-7186.

Scranton native recognized for poetry

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Patrick Walker, of Factoryville and formerly of Scranton, recently received an honorable mention for nonfiction poetry in the Rebecca’s Reads Fall 2009 Written Art Awards.

Arts at First Presbyterian series will present concert Nov. 22

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Arts at First Presbyterian concert series will present “Make a Joyful Noise to the Lord” on Sunday, Nov. 22, at 4 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 School St., Clarks Summit.

Liva Arts Company to perform ‘Company’ Nov. 12 to 15 at University of Scranton

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Liva Arts Company, The University of Scranton’s student-run musical theatre group, will present Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s groundbreaking musical “Company,” Thursday through Sunday, Nov.12 to 15, in the Jefferson Auditorium of Leahy Hall.

Creating a new face at the Dietrich

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

TUNKHANNOCK - Margie Young, program director at the Wyoming County Cultural Center/Dietrich Theater, announces upcoming mask making classes for children ages 3 to 5. “We’ve done this class several times before. It’s really a popular one and it really lets the kids express themselves in all kinds of ways,” she said. Young talked about how this is an opportunity for younger children to broaden their horizons. The classes give children a chance to create from their own experiences when challenged by new ideas while interacting with a creative teacher.

Irish Cultural Society Step Dancers hosting open house

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Irish Cultural Society Step Dancers will hold an open house Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Society’s building on the East Mountain, Beech Street and Wintermantle Avenue, Scranton.

Fine Arts & Entertainment

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Musical comedy ‘Mr. Scrooge’ set for Fiorelli’s

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Family Life will present the musical comedy, Mr. Scrooge, on Nov. 13 and 14 at Fiorelli’s restaurant, Peckville. Featuring a 17-person cast, the show will be performed “in the round.”

Retro Television Network shows to air on WNEP2

Kristie Grier — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:52:02 GMT

The A Team, Marcus Welby, MD, and Magnum P.I – just a few of the shows that will premier on the Retro Television Network (RTV) on WNEP2 starting Monday, November 9.

Noting Mozart, Tchaikovsky

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:21:40 GMT

When people hear him perform Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto tonight, Pascal Archer hopes, it will spark memories of some of the best moments of their lives.

Pretend you’re Canadian: Enjoy a mysterious Thanksgiving in October. With Jane Julius Honchell

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The chance discovery of Louise Penny’s utterly charming mystery series has caused me to give thanks early this year. Getting a jump on Thanksgiving is entirely appropriate, since Penny’s first book in the series, “Still Life,” takes place during the Canadian Thanksgiving, which falls on the second Monday in October.

Forest City author shares story in ‘Pick Up the Pennies’

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

From childhood in poverty to coming-of-age during the Great Depression and World War II, Forest City author Michael T. Goskowski has experienced unique challenges. He shares his story in his new book releasing nationwide, “Pick Up the Pennies: In Every Season of Life.” The philosophy of this story may seem very simple and practical; but for the author, it became a light that guided his life.

Keystone Players dabble with danger in ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The amiable spookiness of Joseph Kesselring’s Arsenic and Old Lace will be a perfect match for playgoers who want to have a good laugh Halloween weekend. The Keystone Players will present this classic comedy Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. in Brooks Theatre at Keystone College. The play focuses on two sweet, generous and kind elderly sisters, Abby and Martha Brewster, played by Laura Hughes and Kelly Langan, who, unbeknownst to their admirers, share a penchant for “helping” lonely old men by putting them out of their misery with the help of a little arsenic laced wine. Struggling to deal with his nutty aunts and even crazier brothers, one of whom thinks he’s Theodore Roosevelt, and the other who is a homicidal maniac that looks like Boris Karloff, is the only sane Brewster, Mortimer, played by Robert Eskra. Mortimer’s peculiar brothers will be brought to life by Alphonse Baldino as Teddy and Justin Kraky as Jonathan. Jonathan’s accomplice, Dr. Einstein, will be played by Adam Barndt. Rounding out the cast are Erin Kaercher, as Elaine, Mortimer’s fianc�e, Gary Bisignani, Heather Bixby, Stephen Keating, and Harry Powell as police officers, Bill Zeranski as Elaine’s father, the Rev. Dr. Harper; Bill Honchell as Mr. Gibbs, and Brandon Nadeau as Mr. Witherspoon, director of Happy Dale Sanitarium. Tickets are $6 and $3 for students and senior citizens. They may be purchased at the door. Performing in Arsenic and Old Lace, from left are Laura Hughes as Abby Brewster, Brandon Nadeau as Mr. Witherspoon and Kelly Langan as Martha Brewster

Fine Arts & ENtertainment

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Night Terrors. Thrills, chills and screams await within the dark halls of this quarter-mile indoor walk through climate-controlled twists and turns. East End Center, 815 Kidder St., Wilkes-Barre. Fridays and Saturdays, 6 to 11 p.m.; Sundays, 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday is last day. $10. Handicapped accessible. 237-5062.

African Children’s Choir performing in Scranton Friday

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The internationally acclaimed African Children’s Choir will perform a free community concert on Friday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m. at Hickory Street United Presbyterian Church, 435 Hickory St., Scranton.