On September 19, 2026, “The Diamond of Downtown” premiered at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Curated by Neil Prisco, “The Diamond of Downtown” chronicles the first 40 years of the F.M. Kirby Center’s existence … Read More
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IN THE NEWS: The F.M. Kirby Center Turns 40
On September 19, 2026, the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts celebrated 40 years of operation. This special celebration included nods from downtown Wilkes-Barre neighbors like Circles on the Square, Abide Coffeehouse, and Franklin’s, in addition to a beautiful … Read More
In The News: The F.M. Kirby Center unveils new mural
During the morning of Wednesday, September 10, 2026, the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts unveiled a brand new mural on the back Washington Street side of the nonprofit’s building. The interactive art instillation, created by Visit Luzerne County’s … Read More
IN THE NEWS: Brad Williams Talks Kirby Center Show With Highway 81 Revisited
Comedian Brad Williams recently spoke with online publication Highway 81 Revisited about his Tall Tales Tour, coming to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, September 17. Check out the interview here! Tickets are still available for … Read More
IN THE NEWS: DIRECTOR OF MARKETING NEIL PRISCO ON 28/22 Now NEWSMAKERS
On August 9, F.M. Kirby Center Director of Marketing Neil Prisco was the guest on WBRE/WYOU’s Newsmakers, hosted by Jayne Ann Bugda. On the program, Neil discussed the upcoming documentary “The Diamond of Downtown,“ the Kirby Center’s upcoming season, and … Read More
IN THE NEWS: WNEP TALKS TO DEREK HOUGH AHEAD OF KIRBY CENTER SHOW
Before Derek Hough takes the stage at the F.M. Kirby Center on July 29, 2026, he took some time out of his schedule to speak with WNEP’s Jeremy Lewan about the upcoming show. Watch the interview below now, and don’t … Read More
Sordoni Family Foundation Becomes the Naming Sponsor of the Box Office at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts is proud to announce that the Sordoni Family Foundation has become the naming sponsor of its Box Office, which will now be known as the Sordoni Family Foundation Box Office at the … Read More
IN THE NEWS: The Sue Henry Show Talks F.M. Kirby Center’s The Diamond of Downtown
F.M. Kirby Center Director of Marketing Neil Prisco was a guest on WILK’s The Sue Henry Show to discuss the upcoming premiere of the documentary “The Diamond of Downtown.” Listen to the interview here, and find out more about “The … Read More
IN THE NEWS: WNEP spotlights Camp United at the F.M. Kirby Center
Yesterday was the first-ever Camp United at the F.M. Kirby Center, an evening held in partnership with United Way of Wyoming Valley and other community organizations. Attendees enjoyed activity stations and experienced a special storytime featuring the book “Little Blue … Read More
IN THE NEWS: F.M. Kirby Center 40th season showcased on PA Live!
PA Live! hosts Taminique Blackwell and Chris Bohinski recently sat down with F.M. Kirby Center Executive Director Joell Yarmel and F.M. Kirby Center director of Marketing Neil Prisco to talk about the 40th Season Brochure launch. Click here to check … Read More
