F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
Address:
71 Public Square
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts History
The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts is an award-winning, cultural arts center in downtown Wilkes-Barre. The theater is a historic, Art Deco masterpiece. It was originally opened as a grand movie house in 1937.
Shows at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/28/2025 | - | 11/2/2025 | |
| 3/15/2023 | - | 3/15/2023 | |
| 2/24/2022 | - | 2/24/2022 | |
| 2/11/2020 | - | 2/11/2020 | |
| 1/31/2018 | - | 2/1/2018 | |
| 12/20/2017 | - | 12/21/2017 | |
| 4/11/2015 | - | 4/11/2015 | |
| 2/15/2012 | - | 2/16/2012 | |
| 10/15/2011 | - | 10/15/2011 | |
News
Gary Clark Jr. to Play U.S. Headlining Tour This Summer and Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 1, 2026
Singer, songwriter, and producer Gary Clark Jr. will embark on an extensive run of U.S. headliners through the summer and into October. Artist ticket presales begin June 2, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 1, 2026
Singer, songwriter, and producer Gary Clark Jr. will embark on an extensive run of U.S. headliners through the summer and into October. Artist ticket presales begin June 2, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
Randy Travis Will Conclude 'More Life Tour' with Final Dates This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026
After a two-year run, Country Music Hall of Fame legend Randy Travis will conclude the More Life Tour this fall with stops in Georgia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, New York, New England, Texas, and beyond.
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026
After a two-year run, Country Music Hall of Fame legend Randy Travis will conclude the More Life Tour this fall with stops in Georgia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, New York, New England, Texas, and beyond.
John Crist to Perform at Warner Theatre in September
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Comedian John Crist has announced the fall leg of his 2026 John Crist Live! Tour, adding 25 additional cities, including Boston, Orlando, Minneapolis, Tucson and more.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Comedian John Crist has announced the fall leg of his 2026 John Crist Live! Tour, adding 25 additional cities, including Boston, Orlando, Minneapolis, Tucson and more.
Gov’t Mule Unveils 11 Headlining Spring Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced 11 spring headlining tour dates for April.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced 11 spring headlining tour dates for April.
Theaters Cancel Performances Due to Severe Weather - Updating Live
by Team BWW - Jan 23, 2026
As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.
by Team BWW - Jan 23, 2026
As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.
Video: Molly Tuttle Performs GRAMMY-Nominated Song 'That's Gonna Leave A Mark' on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 6, 2026
Molly Tuttle kicked off 2026 with a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, performing her single “That’s Gonna Leave A Mark,” which has been nominated for a GRAMMY Award. Check out the performance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 6, 2026
Molly Tuttle kicked off 2026 with a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, performing her single “That’s Gonna Leave A Mark,” which has been nominated for a GRAMMY Award. Check out the performance now.
Collective Soul to Kick Off U.S. Headline Tour in January 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Collective Soul has announced new headlining shows for 2026, starting January 29. The presale begins Wednesday, December 10 at 10:00am local time, while general tickets are available on Friday, December 12 at 10:00am local time.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Collective Soul has announced new headlining shows for 2026, starting January 29. The presale begins Wednesday, December 10 at 10:00am local time, while general tickets are available on Friday, December 12 at 10:00am local time.
Gov’t Mule Details 2026 Headlining Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced their initial touring plans for 2026. The quartet will headline a handful of dates this spring starting March 27th in Denver at Mission Ballroom
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced their initial touring plans for 2026. The quartet will headline a handful of dates this spring starting March 27th in Denver at Mission Ballroom
Celtic Woman Returning to North America in Spring 2026 with New Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
The GRAMMY-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the all-female Irish group, is set to return to North America for their brand-new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025
The GRAMMY-nominated global music sensation Celtic Woman, the all-female Irish group, is set to return to North America for their brand-new tour, CELTIC WOMAN – A NEW ERA.
NEEDTOBREATHE Adds Additional Cities to 'The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025
Due to overwhelming demand, the award-winning, multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE has added additional cities to their “Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour.”
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025
Due to overwhelming demand, the award-winning, multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE has added additional cities to their “Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour.”
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Tour to Present Additional Dates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
TheaterWorksUSA has revealed new dates for the tour of DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL, following its successful run in Chicago. The tour will visit cities including San Diego, Salt Lake City, and Milwaukee. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
TheaterWorksUSA has revealed new dates for the tour of DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL, following its successful run in Chicago. The tour will visit cities including San Diego, Salt Lake City, and Milwaukee. Learn more!
Cast Set for HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A NEW MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2024
From the same creative team as JABARI DREAMS OF FREEDOM, HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, book by Nambi E. Kelley with lyrics, composition, and music direction by Joe Plummer, directed by Daniel Carlton, will tour. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2024
From the same creative team as JABARI DREAMS OF FREEDOM, HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, book by Nambi E. Kelley with lyrics, composition, and music direction by Joe Plummer, directed by Daniel Carlton, will tour. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Comedian Joe Gatto Extends Brand New Stand-Up Tour 'Let's Get Into It'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
Acclaimed comedian, actor and producer Joe Gatt is extending his “Let’s Get Into It” tour featuring all new material. New dates run through June, 2025, including stops in Boston, Las Vegas, Detroit, Toronto and many more.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
Acclaimed comedian, actor and producer Joe Gatt is extending his “Let’s Get Into It” tour featuring all new material. New dates run through June, 2025, including stops in Boston, Las Vegas, Detroit, Toronto and many more.
Lee Brice Unveils Dates for 'You, Me and My Guitar Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2024
One of Country music’s most gifted storytellers and powerhouse vocalist, Lee Brice, has announced dates for the 2025 run of his captivating acoustic You, Me and My Guitar Tour.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2024
One of Country music’s most gifted storytellers and powerhouse vocalist, Lee Brice, has announced dates for the 2025 run of his captivating acoustic You, Me and My Guitar Tour.
Choreographer Dominic Moore-Dunson to Present National Tour for THE REMEMBER BALLOONS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024
Choreographer Dominic Moore-Dunson will present a national tour for The Remember Balloons, a family-friendly dance-theater production that addresses Alzheimer's disease through contemporary dance, music, and storytelling.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024
Choreographer Dominic Moore-Dunson will present a national tour for The Remember Balloons, a family-friendly dance-theater production that addresses Alzheimer's disease through contemporary dance, music, and storytelling.
Old Crow Medicine Show Announces 2024 'Jubilee' Tour
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2024
Joined by Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, OCMS founding member Willie Watson and The Del McCoury Band on select dates, the band's nationwide trek includes a performance at Luck Reunion on March 14, as well as stops in Dallas, New York, Boston and much more throughout the year, wrapping up in December with a return to Nashville.
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2024
Joined by Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, OCMS founding member Willie Watson and The Del McCoury Band on select dates, the band's nationwide trek includes a performance at Luck Reunion on March 14, as well as stops in Dallas, New York, Boston and much more throughout the year, wrapping up in December with a return to Nashville.
Grand Kyiv Ballet's GISELLE to Begin 60-date US Tour at Emerson Colonial Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2024
Grand Kyiv Ballet is launching its 60-date Spring 2024 tour at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston with the highly anticipated performance of the timeless ballet masterpiece 'Giselle.' Learn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2024
Grand Kyiv Ballet is launching its 60-date Spring 2024 tour at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston with the highly anticipated performance of the timeless ballet masterpiece 'Giselle.' Learn
ASM Global Appoints Will Beekman As Vice President Of Theater Operations And Content Development
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2023
ASM Global, the world's leading producer of live-event experiences, venue management and event strategy, has appointed Will Beekman as vice president, theater operations and content development.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2023
ASM Global, the world's leading producer of live-event experiences, venue management and event strategy, has appointed Will Beekman as vice president, theater operations and content development.
Gov't Mule Announces Peace…Like A River World Tour 2023
by Michael Major - Jun 26, 2023
The fall 2023 outing will see the renowned four-piece head to Canada and Europe in addition to more U.S. cities beginning September 13th in Toronto. The 21-date North American leg will stop in Ottawa, Montreal, Wilkes-Barre, Harrisburg, Erie, Charleston, Wilmington, Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Fort Myers and many more.
by Michael Major - Jun 26, 2023
The fall 2023 outing will see the renowned four-piece head to Canada and Europe in addition to more U.S. cities beginning September 13th in Toronto. The 21-date North American leg will stop in Ottawa, Montreal, Wilkes-Barre, Harrisburg, Erie, Charleston, Wilmington, Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Fort Myers and many more.
Kip Moore Maps Out DAMN LOVE WORLD TOUR
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2023
Multi-PLATINUM singer/songwriter Kip Moore is mapping out his DAMN LOVE WORLD TOUR, announcing his headlining fall tour in the U.S. with special guests The Cadillac Three, hot on the heels of the announcement of his fifth studio album DAMN LOVE. Check out the extensive list of tour dates now!
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2023
Multi-PLATINUM singer/songwriter Kip Moore is mapping out his DAMN LOVE WORLD TOUR, announcing his headlining fall tour in the U.S. with special guests The Cadillac Three, hot on the heels of the announcement of his fifth studio album DAMN LOVE. Check out the extensive list of tour dates now!
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