In advance of 6/15’s 40th Season Brochure announcement, Times Leader reporter Bill O’Boyle spoke to F.M. Kirby Center Executive Director Joell Yarmel and Director of Marketing Neil Prisco about the landmark anniversary year. Click here to read more from the … Read More
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F.M. Kirby Center Unveils 2026-27 Season Brochure, Celebrating 40 Years of Entertainment, Education, and Community Impact
The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts is proud to announce the release of its 2026-27 Season Brochure, marking the organization’s landmark 40th season and unveiling a year filled with exciting performances, community initiatives, film programming, and special anniversary … Read More
In the news: F.M. Kirby Center At The Institute’s Indicators Report
On Tuesday, May 12, F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts Executive Director Joell Yarmel attended The Institute’s 21st annual Indicators Report, where Yarmel spoke on the F.M. Kirby Center’s recent economic impact study completed in collaboration with The Institute. … Read More
Dazzling ballet adaptation of Snow White hits the stage at the F.M. Kirby Center
Classical Arts Entertainment presents a ballet adaptation of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Saturday, October 24th, 2026. Show Date and Time: On-Sale Dates: How to Purchase: … Read More
Comedian Matt Mathews announces his first world tour, Not What I Ordered, including a show at the F.M. Kirby Center
Comedian and singer/songwriter Matt Mathews comes to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, during his newly announced Not What I Ordered World Tour. Show Date and Time: On-Sale Dates: VIP … Read More
Wilkes-Barre Cavalcade of Jazz Launches 2026 Festival Weekend with Free Opening Ceremony Featuring Indigo Moon Brass Band and Inaugural Champion of Jazz Award Presentation
The Wilkes-Barre Cavalcade of Jazz will officially kick off its 2026 festival weekend with a free Opening Ceremony on Friday, June 5 at 5 p.m. at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. The celebration will feature a lively … Read More
Go Into the Wild With Country Star Ashley McBryde at the F.M. Kirby Center
Get ready for an unforgettable night of country music when Ashley McBryde brings her Into the Wild Tour to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Friday, October 23rd, 2026. Show Date and Time: On-Sale … Read More
New Sesame Street Live experience Elmo’s Got the Moves comes to the F.M. Kirby Center
Elmo’s Got the Moves, an all-new Sesame Street Live production starring Elmo and friends, is coming to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Thursday, October 8th, 2026. Elmo’s Got the Moves is presented by … Read More
Clutch set to rock the F.M. Kirby Center during US Fall Tour
Clutch’s 2026 US Fall Tour rocks the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Friday, November 6th, 2026. Clutch will be joined by special guests Slomosa and Blood Vulture. Clutch is presented by the F.M. Kirby … Read More
Start Making Sense plays the music of Talking Heads at the F.M. Kirby Center
Start Making Sense, the Talking Heads tribute that uses musical talent and visual flare to recreate the band’s iconic live experience, will perform at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026. … Read More
