Celebrate the magic of the season with The Nutcracker Spectacular, a holiday tradition brought to life by the talented performers of the Dance Theatre of Wilkes-Barre. Enjoy an enchanting afternoon featuring Act I, the beloved Nutcracker party scene, followed by … Read More
Community Events
F.M. Kirby Center Online Photo Auction happening now
NOTE: THE 2025 F.M. KIRBY CENTER PHOTO AUCTION HAS CLOSED. STAY TUNED FOR INFORMATION ON OUR NEXT PHOTO AUCTION! Take home a piece of the magic with the F.M. Kirby Center’s Online Photo Auction, now live! Presented by Comitz Law … Read More
F.M. Kirby Center 2025-26 Season Brochure Is Largest Ever, Includes 53 Upcoming Events
The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce the debut of its 2025-26 season brochure, the largest-ever version of the highly anticipated annual schedule reveal. This year’s iteration celebrates the performing arts nonprofit’s 39th season of … Read More
Kirby Center hosts free Army Field Band concert
The United States Army Field Band will perform a free general admission concert at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, July 1, at 7:30pm. Tickets and Information Pick up your physical tickets at the F.M. Kirby … Read More
Kirby Center Hosts Masterclass for Aspiring Wilkes-Barre Jazz Musicians
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
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
