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Kirbyfest 2024

A Look at the 6th Annual F.M. Kirby Fest

On April 20, the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts held the 2024 iteration of its only annual in-person fundraising event, F.M. Kirby Fest. Over 400 people sampled food and drinks, enjoyed live entertainment and browsed offerings from local … Read More

Kirby Center Goes Back to The Sinatra Years

At 7:30pm Saturday, November 9th, experience a classic kind of cool when The Sinatra Years returns to the F.M. Kirby Center. Steven Magilo is a world-famous Frank Sinatra tribute artist, and when he takes the stage with his 17-piece orchestra, … Read More

Swan Lake Dances Onto the Kirby Center Stage in November

On November 17th, experience the legendary show live! Swan Lake, the ballet of all ballets, will be performed for one night only by the World Ballet Company. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed … Read More

Mark Normand’s Coming to the Kirby Center? Ya Don’t Say!

At 7pm Friday, December 13th, comedian Mark Normand stops at The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts as part of his Ya Don’t Say tour. Event and Ticket Information Tickets for Mark Normand go on sale at 10am Friday, … Read More

The Price is Right Live Brings the Big Wheel to Wilkes-Barre

Get ready to come on down and join the excitement as we bring The Price Is Right to life in an unforgettable live event! Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the show, this is your chance to be … Read More

Dance Theatre of Wilkes-Barre Brings Our Four Seasons to F.M. Kirby Center

Experience the enchantment of the seasons come to life as the Dance Theatre of Wilkes-Barre proudly presents Our Four Seasons, an exquisite performance inspired by the timeless melodies of Vivaldi. Join us 6pm Sunday, May 26th, for an unforgettable evening … Read More

Wilkes-Barre Cavalcade of Jazz logo with information on the May 2024 Event.

Wilkes-Barre Cavalcade of Jazz Reception, Arturo Sandoval Concert at Kirby Center

For the first time in nearly 13 years, the city of Wilkes-Barre will host The Wilkes-Barre Cavalcade of Jazz throughout multiple venues the weekend of May 3rd-5th, 2024. The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts will host two festival events: … Read More

A poster for Primus and their May 6th performance at the F.M. Kirby Center.

Les Claypool, Primus return to Kirby Center on May 6th

For the first time in nearly 12 years, legendary rock band Primus performs at the F.M. Kirby Center! Tickets for the 8pm Monday, May 6th, 2024 event go on sale at 10am Friday, February 23. F.M. Kirby Center members can … Read More

An ad for the 2024 iteration of F.M. Kirby Fest, the Kirby Center's only fundraiser event.

Enjoy Pints, Pinot and Performing Arts at F.M. Kirby Fest

On April 20, join the F.M. Kirby Center for our only annual fundraiser: F.M. Kirby Fest! Ticket Information Admission is $35 if purchasing in advance and $40 if purchasing the day of the event. Members, call our box office at … Read More

An ad for Derek Hough Symphony of Dance featuring Derek in the middle on a red background. Information for the show is on the bottom of the image. The event is on April 23rd.

Derek Hough Dances to the Kirby Center in April

Emmy winner, Dancing With the Stars judge, and professional dancer Derek Hough brings his Symphony of Dance tour to the F.M. Kirby Center for the performing arts at 8pm Tuesday, April 23. Derek Hough: Symphony of Dance is part of … Read More

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