Students from Wilkes-Barre Area Creative and Performing Arts Academy (CAPAA) participated in a special masterclass at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts headed by Jazz at Lincoln Center musician Luther S. Allison. The class occurred before Jazz at … Read More
Community Events

Experience the Story of Mulan at the Kirby Center
Dance Theatre of Wilkes-Barre returns to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts for a presentation of The Story of Mulan at 2pm Saturday, May 31. Tickets and Information Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased through … Read More

Dancing Stars of Wilkes-Barre Returns to Kirby Center Stage
In March, 10 local personalities and their pro dancer partners will take the Kirby Center stage for the seventh annual Dancing Stars of Wilkes-Barre competition! The event will benefit KISS Theatre Company, an inclusive performing arts center for children in … Read More

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

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 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

Luzerne County and Beyond Got Talent Returns to Kirby Center
Luzerne County and Beyond Got Talent will return to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, April 7th, 2024. The show will begin at 2pm. Ticket Prices Student & Seniors: $15.00 plus feesAdults: $20.00 plus feesVeterans and … Read More