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Best Movie Theater in the Country? Geek Culture Host Chris Gore Reveals his Fave  – “Attack of the Doc” available April 24

By Joe Winger — 2 years ago

Best Movie Theater in the Country? Geek Culture Host Chris Gore Reveals his Fave  – “Attack of the Doc” available April 24

Attack of the Show! was unique, way ahead of its time and was a milestone that had a huge impact on geek culture.  Available for streaming and more as of April 24, 2023.

This deep dive documentary features pop icons including Wil Wheaton, John Cena, Joel McHale, Peter Jackson, Kumail Nanjiani, Whitney Cummings, Danny Pudi, and many more! 

“Attack of the Doc!” is written, directed & produced by Chris Gore.  

 

Best Movie Theater in the Country? Geek Culture Host Chris Gore Reveals his Fave  - “Attack of the Doc” available April 24

Best Movie Theater in the Country? Geek Culture Host Chris Gore Reveals his Fave  – “Attack of the Doc” available April 24

 

Let’s be honest, movie lovers take their movie theater experience very seriously.

Today I sat down with Chris Gore, the writer / director / producer of  “Attack of the Doc!”  to talk about where the best movie theater in th country is and what makes it so good.

 

You’ve been to thousands of movie theaters.   Do you have a favorite movie theater in the United States?

 

I go to the movies minimum once a week, if not two or three times. And the movie theaters, it’s my church. I go to worship at the movies.

100%. It’s the Cinerama Dome, which was formerly the ArcLight. The ArcLight Cinemas was sort of [special]. You paid more for tickets, but the audience there, no one would think of looking at their phone during a movie or everyone’s on airplane mode.

It’s that movie theater chain which closed due to the Pandemic. It’s closed forever. The Cinerama Dome is my favorite movie theater in America. It’s a beautiful experience, old style theater.

It was featured in Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”. I didn’t even have to say anything to my friends if a big movie was opening. We all got tickets to the 7:00 PM Thursday Show at The Dome, and they would sell out like that [snaps finger]. It’s heartbreaking to me that that movie theater has closed. Quentin Tarantino’s very much a supporter of the theatrical cinema experience.  He owns the new Beverly Cinema on Beverly Boulevard, where they show film prints, not digital film prints.

Cinerama Dome; my understanding is it’s sort of caught up in some legal [issues]. It’s going to reopen someday. I will be there on day one. It looks like a giant golf ball landed on Sunset Boulevard. It’s just sitting there, this domed theater, and it’s this huge complex with a lot of movie theaters in it.

 

 

“Attack of the Doc!” is written, directed & produced by Chris Gore, produced & edited by Bobby Schwartz, co-produced by Walter Areas, with additional co-editing by Anthony Ray Bench and Phillip H. Eubanks, and with an original score composed by Austin Smith. This deep dive documentary features pop icons including Wil Wheaton, John Cena, Joel McHale, Peter Jackson, Kumail Nanjiani, Whitney Cummings, Danny Pudi, Eric Andre, Jerry Stiller, Joe Rogan, Jimmy Fallen, Kel Mitchell, Anne Meara, Stan Lee, Sara Jean Underwood, Carrie Keagan, Riley Steele, Tom Green, Anthony Daniels, Michael Winslow, Joey Kern, Joan Rivers, Chris Hardwick, Robert Kirkman, Greg Nicotero, Jessica Chobot, Tony Hawk, and Alison Haislip, among others as we search for the truth.

“Attack of the Show! was unique, way ahead of its time and was a milestone that had a huge impact on geek culture. Its core audience is one of the most coveted around the globe. I think viewers of the original show will be down for learning the history of the network and the show which helped usher in the age of nerd culture. Frankly, G4TV and Attack of the Show! are responsible for making it cool to be a nerd,” states Gore. “And at the end of the day, I hope the documentary entertains fans and reminds them of a time when a TV show could be dangerous and provide some laughs without fear of being canceled. Everyone who worked on the documentary is a super fan, so this movie was made by fans for fans.”

Attack of the Doc! Synopsis

 


Before the rise of big tech, social media and Marvel movies, Attack of the Show! chronicled nerd culture’s unlikely acceptance as mainstream. G4TV’s flagship show launched the careers of hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira and was beloved by fans – a unique celebration of geek culture before it was cool. Diving into colossal cream pies, wearing fat suits for comedy and putting internet servers where the sun don’t shine – anything could happen on an episode of Attack of the Show! It’s been years since the show went off the air and one question has lingered: what really happened to G4TV and Attack of the Show? Enter Attack Of The Doc! — the new film written and directed by Chris Gore, promises to answer one of pop culture’s longest running mysteries.

Attack of the Doc available April 24 and watch the trailer here.

Follow the documentary and its journey available on Video on Demand and TVOD/Digital platforms on April 24th, 2023, which is the 21st Anniversary of the launch of G4TV.

 

European Wax Center of Center Valley owner Nanci Emiliani
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Join the Celebration! European Wax Center of Center Valley Celebrates 1 Yr Anniversary on April 28 with local business owner Nanci Emiliani

By Daisy Schneider — 2 years ago

Join the Southern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce to celebrate European Wax Center of the Promenade Shops one-year anniversary!

European Wax Center began as a family-owned business in 2004 and strives to have every guest “Walk in and STRUT out” feeling confident.

Owner of several of the local stores, Nanci Emiliani fell in love with the brand and their mission in 2009.

She opened up her first location in 2015 and continued to expand the European Wax Center brand across the Valley by opening a third location at the Promenade in 2021. With Covid being still very prominent at that time, it made celebrating their official opening challenging.

“Many people do not realize that the national chain stores within our community are locally owned and operated”, stated Hayden Rinde, Assistant Vice President of the Southern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce.

“We love working with the local owners because they are so passionate about their involvement in the community.”

Nanci and her EWC team want to take the time and celebrate all the joys of being open for over a year with their staff, family, friends, guests and their amazing Promenade neighbors.

All are invited to join the celebration on Friday April 28th from 12:30 to 2:30. Along with snacks, drinks, and some amazing promotions and raffles, a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 1:30.

When: April 28th, 2023 12:30 to 2:30, Ribbon Cutting at 1:30

Where: European Wax Center 3045 Center Valley Pkwy, Center Valley, PA 18034

Pricing: Free

Steal Your Peach with Special Guest Ron Holloway at Penn’s Peak Saturday July 29
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Steal Your Peach with Special Guest Ron Holloway at Penn’s Peak Saturday July 29

By Ruben Kellermen — 2 years ago

Penn’s Peak is proud to announce Steal Your Peach with Special Guest Ron Holloway, Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 8pm.

Steal Your Peach is a mixture of some of hardest working musicians in the Philadelphia area including members or former members of Live at The Fillmore, Tom Hamilton’s American Babies, Dead on Live, Rainbow Full of Sound, Splintered Sunlight and more, specializing in a mashup concept, fusing the music of The Allman Brothers Band and The Grateful Dead.

Each of us has multiple projects currently both original and not, but have formed a bond here with some of our favorite and most influential music, paying close attention to detail of all of the original music, while also adding our own improv to the mix making each show unique and exciting, and to create a very tangible symbiotic experience between the band and the listeners.

There is nothing like coming back to pay homage to the music that inspired us all to play. We have played Brooklyn Bowl, Trocadero Theater, Ardmore Music Hall, Musikfest Cafe, Underground Arts, Abbey Bar at Appalachian Brewing Company, River Street Jazz Cafe, Stout’s Brewery, The 8×10, Gypsy Sally’s, The Acoustic, Mexicali Live, Havana New Hope, Tellus360, World Cafe Live Philadelphia and at The Queen in Wilmington, De, Be On Key Psychedelic Ripple (Denver, CO), Owsley’s Golden Road (Boulder, Co), Quixote’s True Blue (Denver, Co), In and Out of the Garden We Go Festival, WhoHill Festival, Bright Box Theater, The Abraham Lincoln Hotel, and have shared bills with, Pink Talking Fish, Butch Trucks Freight Train Band, The Ron Holloway Band, Holly Bowling, The Cris Jacobs Band, John Kadlecik Band, Dead Phish Orchestra, The Bruce Katz Band, Revelator Hill, Alan Paul’s Big In China with Ron Holloway as special guest, Splintered Sunlight, Good Lovin Jam Band, Andy Mowatt’s Steely Jam and more…

Tickets on sale Friday, April 14th at 10:00AM at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant and Bar.  Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant ticket sales are walk-up only, no phone orders.

General Admission

Advance: $20

Day of Show: $25

About Penn’s Peak

Penn’s Peak, a beautiful mountaintop entertainment venue located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, can comfortably host 1,800 concertgoers.  Enjoy a spacious dance floor, lofty ceilings, concert bar/concession area and a full service restaurant and bar aptly named Roadie’s. Complete with a broad open-air deck for summertime revelry, Penn’s Peak patrons enjoy a breathtaking overlook of nearby Beltzville Lake, plus a commanding, picturesque 50-mile panoramic view of northeastern Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. Choose Penn’s Peak for your next wedding, banquet or special event and treat your guests to an event truly “Above the Rest”.

Geographically convenient to residents of major population zones in Hazleton, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia and New York City, Penn’s Peak is an ideal location for any event.  It is located only four miles from Exit 74 of the northeast extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike.  For more information on Penn’s Peak, go to www.pennspeak.com or call 866-605-7325.

Comedian Brian Regan brings Big Laughs to the Poconos' Sherman Theater Friday June 16
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Comedian Brian Regan brings Big Laughs to the Poconos’ Sherman Theater Friday June 16

By Sasha Sinclair — 2 years ago
Comedian Brian Regan brings his stand-up performance to the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Friday, June 16.
Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree:

Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country

with Vanity Fair calling Brian:

“The funniest stand-up alive”

and Entertainment Weekly calling him:

“Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.”

Having built his 30-plus year career on the strength of his material alone, Brian’s non-stop theater tour continuously fills the most beautiful venues across North America, visiting close to 100 cities each year.

Brian returns for his third season in Peter Farrelly’s TV series, Loudermilk streaming on Amazon Prime.  Farrelly personally cast Brian in the series alongside Ron Livingston, Anja Savcic, Will Sasso and Mat Fraser.  Brian is receiving praise for his portrayal of “Mugsy,” a recovering addict who is estranged from his family.  The first two seasons of Loudermilk originally aired on AT&T’s Audience Network and moved to Amazon Prime on March 12, 2021.

A regular on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Brian is the rare guest who the show invites on for two segments: a performance segment and a segment on the couch to chat with Jimmy.  Previously, Brian was a regular guest on The Late Show with David Letterman, making 28 appearances on the CBS show.

Show:  Brian Regan Live

Date:  Friday, June 16
Time:  Doors – 7:00; Show – 8:00
 
For more information, call 570-420-2808 or visit shermantheater.com.
 
The Sherman Theater is Monroe County’s only nationally ranked, non-profit theater

and performing arts center.  Located in downtown Stroudsburg, PA, the Sherman Theater has proudly served the Pocono region for more than 90 years.  The Theater and Performing Arts Center is committed to strengthening the community by producing culturally-diverse, nationally-known professional acts and festivals at the theater and at satellite locations throughout Monroe County for people of all ages, by providing an opportunity for local artists to perform, and by creating economic development in the region. The Sherman Theater projects and events attract over 100,000 visitors to the Pocono Region annually.

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Popcorn Pit, Triple Sun Spirits, The Sticky Pig and more! Catty’s EATS Fest is back on April 15th at Catty Park

By Ruben Kellermen — 2 years ago

Catty’s EATS Fest is back on April 15th at Catasauqua Park

The Whitehall Area Chamber is proud to partner with the Borough of Catasauqua and Columbia Care to present:

2023 Catasauqua StrEAT Fest on April 15th, 2023!

The Whitehall Area Chamber of Commerce, proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber, is pleased to bring back Catasauqua’s EATS Fest for its third year on Saturday, April 15th from 11-3 PM.

 

Partnering with the Borough of Catasauqua, this event is designed to kick off the spring season with delicious eats from local food trucks, while providing a festive atmosphere with live music from DMC Duo (11 AM-1 PM) and Chasing Daylight (1:30-3 PM), plus dozens of craft and business vendors. The EATS festival will has a strong emphasis on good eats, bringing lots of great cuisines to Catasauqua for the community to enjoy.  

“In our third year,

the Whitehall Area Chamber is excited to continue to

kick off the spring festival season in 2023 with Catty EATS!

Each year, this festival has grown – people are ready for spring, ready to be outside in a fun atmosphere and excited to try great food the Lehigh Valley’s food truck scene has to offer,” said Kylie Adams-Weiss, Assistant Vice President of Affiliated Chambers for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.

“We’re happy to have been working full steam ahead with the Borough of Catasauqua to support our local businesses and to entice the community to come out for a fun afternoon in 2023!”  

Festivities will begin at 11 AM in Catasauqua Park, a first for the festival which has historically been held on Front Street.

Live music EATS Catty Park’s bandshell will feature DMC Duo (11 AM – 1 PM)

Live music EATS Catty Park’s bandshell will feature DMC Duo (11 AM – 1 PM)

The festival will feature 14 food trucks and vendors, 40+ crafters, small businesses and nonprofit vendors. Live music in the park’s bandshell will feature DMC Duo (11 AM – 1 PM) and Chasing Daylight (1:30-3 PM), both based in the Lehigh Valley, as well as a rock wall for children.

Based in the Lehigh Valley, Chasing Daylight, fronted by Bobby Siegfried, performs in the park’s bandshell (1:30-3 PM)

Based in the Lehigh Valley, Chasing Daylight, fronted by Bobby Siegfried, performs in the park’s bandshell (1:30-3 PM)

Attendees are encouraged to “BYO-C”, bring their own chairs, to grab a bite to eat and hear the music.  

“We have been working hand-in-hand with Catasauqua’s borough staff to ensure

this event will be a fun event for all who attend,”

said Jessica O’Donnell

, EVP of Affiliated Chambers, Northern Tier and Easton Area Initiatives for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.

“In years past and due to the pandemic, we were forced to change plans and pivot frequently, and we’re grateful for much smoother sailing in 2023, much to the credit and support of our local police department and fire police. Between the handmade craft items, great food and small businesses, there will be a little bit of something for everyone!”

For more information, visit the event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/1212371626040431

 

Please note: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending a Chamber event or meeting, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce including partnerships; the event venue; or other parties such as caterer or production company; or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

When: Saturday, April 15th, 2023 

Pricing Information: FREE to attend with items for purchase. 

Participating Food Trucks: Popcorn Pit, Triple Sun Spirits, The Sticky Pig, Mon & Mel’s Sweet Scoops, Mount Bethel Farms Winery, Slide on By, Phil’s French Fries, Greek Street, Five Maidens Cider Company, The Flying V, The Little Sicilian, Grumpy’s BBQ, Bananarama, & Kona Ice-Allentown. 

 

Sponsors:
• SJ Thomas (Giveaway Sponsor) 

• Remington & Vernick Engineers (Giveaway Sponsor) 

• Trulieve (Family Fun Sponsor) 

• JP Mascaro (Media Sponsor)  

• ATA Financial (Media Sponsor) 

• Lehigh Valley Press (Media Sponsor) 

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One of Country Music’s biggest stars Rodney Atkins at Penn’s Peak August 3, 2023

By Sasha Sinclair — 2 years ago

Come party with one of Country Music’s biggest stars Rodney Atkins at Penn’s Peak August 3, 2023

Rodney Atkins, one of Country Music’s biggest stars, has reached such heights as being named the Top New Male Vocalist at the ACM Awards, and seeing his single “Watching You” become the Number One Song of the Decade, according to Country Aircheck, and earn the songwriter a BMI “Million-Air” Award.

Rodney Atkins at Penn’s Peak

Rodney Atkins at Penn’s Peak

 

The RIAA Platinum-selling artist’s current solo studio album, Caught Up in the Country, reveals an artist who is confident enough to know that making you best music can require patience and experimentation.

The results are his most daring collection so far, touching on emotions and sounds which continue to expand his range- from the twangy celebration of the album’s title track (featuring the roof-raising vocals of The Fisk Jubilee Singers) to the slow-burn cover of Jason Isbell’s “Cover Me Up.”

With six Number One singles, eight Top 5 singles, and 1.4 billion career on-demand streams under his belt, Atkins continues to be recognized as one of the most powerful voices in Country Music.

Atkins was the second most-played male artist of the decade overall.

He has also sold over 11.4 million units and earned ten career Gold, Platinum and Multi-Platinum RIAA certifications to date, including his latest Gold-cerfified single, “Caught Up in The Countyr (feat. The Fisk Jubilee Singers),” which also set the record for longest-running single (at the time) in Billboard Country Airplay history at 57 weeks. Atkins has performed on NBC’s TODAY Show, GMA’s Strahan & Sara and Fox & Friends.

Tickets on sale Friday, April 7th at 10:00AM at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant and Bar.  Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant ticket sales are walk-up only, no phone orders.

Reserved Seating

Premium Reserved: $35

Regular Reserved: $30

About Penn’s Peak

Penn’s Peak, a beautiful mountaintop entertainment venue located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, can comfortably host 1,800 concertgoers.  Enjoy a spacious dance floor, lofty ceilings, concert bar/concession area and a full service restaurant and bar aptly named Roadie’s. Complete with a broad open-air deck for summertime revelry, Penn’s Peak patrons enjoy a breathtaking overlook of nearby Beltzville Lake, plus a commanding, picturesque 50-mile panoramic view of northeastern Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. Choose Penn’s Peak for your next wedding, banquet or special event and treat your guests to an event truly “Above the Rest”.

Geographically convenient to residents of major population zones in Hazleton, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia and New York City, Penn’s Peak is an ideal location for any event.  It is located only four miles from Exit 74 of the northeast extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. 

For more information on Penn’s Peak, go to www.pennspeak.com or call 866-605-7325.

Paul DeLuca features on Underground Mic on April 4 at Scranton Cultural Center with Bret Alexander
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Paul DeLuca on Underground Mic April 4 at Scranton Cultural Center with Bret Alexander

By Ruben Kellermen — 2 years ago
Paul DeLuca features on Underground Mic on April 4 at Scranton Cultural Center
Scranton Cultural Center welcome back Paul DeLuca to UGM on April 4!
As an added bonus, Paul will be joined by national recording and touring artist Bret Alexander (The Badlees) for his performance! Neither Paul nor Bret are strangers to UGM, and we are thrilled to have them perform together in just a few weeks.

More from Paul DeLuca features on Underground Mi at Scranton Cultural Center

Here’s how Paul described his songwriting:
“People like to put people in boxes. Some of us refuse to stay in the confines of another person’s novel reality. That’s how I sum up my songwriting
… I wrote my first song when I was in fifth grade …
It was a pretty good Halloween tune.
Since then, I have continued to write songs. As I find my life compressed and time limited, I am sending my songs out into the world.
Last Summer I was lucky enough to have spent some time in Nashville and met some legends. I’m not saying I’m a bigger flea because I hung around bigger dogs. But, when you are sitting next to Rodney Crowell and he puts his hand on his heart and says, ‘man that song really touched my heart, good job young man,’ that’s about as high a compliment as a songwriter can get.”
Scranton Cultural Center welcome back Paul DeLuca to UGM on April 4!

Scranton Cultural Center welcome back Paul DeLuca to UGM on April 4!

So mark your calendars and plan to join us on April 4 in The Raymond Hood Room! As always, there is no cover charge to enjoy the entertainment. Cash bar with drink specials available to those 21+.

See Paul DeLuca on Underground Mic April 4 at Scranton Cultural Center

Doors will open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7 PM.
Underground Microphone is supported by the
Overlook Estate Foundation.
We’ll also be livestreaming the show on the SCC’s Facebook Page and YouTube channel! Be sure and follow along there for updates about featured performers or possible schedule changes.
No Cover – Cash Bar for 21+ – Valid ID required
Exceptional Entertainment — Classic Atmosphere
Comedy Legend Jay Leno Performs at Easton PA's The State Theatre Center April 7
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Comedy Legend Jay Leno Performs at Easton PA’s The State Theatre Center April 7

By Ruben Kellermen — 2 years ago

Comedy Legend Jay Leno Performs at Easton PA’s The State Theatre Center April 7

Acclaimed TV late night show host, admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children’s book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder and mechanic, and philanthropist…Jay Leno is widely characterized as “the hardest working man in show business.”

 

Tickets available here: Jay Leno at State Theatre Center April 7

 

 

“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” staged by the State Ballet Theater of Ukraine Comes to Easton's State Theater January 20, 2024 at 2pm.
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“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” staged by the State Ballet Theater of Ukraine Comes to Easton’s State Theater Janyuary 20, 2024

By Sasha Sinclair — 2 years ago

“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” staged by the State Ballet Theater of Ukraine Comes to Easton’s State Theater January 20, 2024 at 2pm.

Classical Arts Entertainment presents the ballet fairy tale “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” in 2 acts with one intermission based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm.

“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” staged by the State Ballet Theater of Ukraine Comes to Easton's State Theater

“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” staged by the State Ballet Theater of Ukraine Comes to Easton’s State Theater

There are fairy tales that inspire creators to create performances in different genres and directions. One of these was the favorite fairy tale of the Brothers Grimm, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” This time, the fairy tale will come to life in dance and be staged by the State Ballet Theater of Ukraine. Our ballet is a story about love, friendship, witchcraft, about the eternal struggle between good and evil.

The ballet “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” is an excellent opportunity to spend time with the whole family. And also to introduce the child to the art of classical ballet. A unique production, an excellent plot (bright acting images, virtuoso solo parts, comical dwarfs, funny little animals), famous characters, and dynamic music will give both adults and children a festive mood.

Tix here: Easton State Theater

This is an outside promoter event, State Theatre member benefits do not apply.

Dark Star Orchestra Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience at Penn’s Peak May 21
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Dark Star Orchestra Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience at Penn’s Peak May 21

By Ruben Kellermen — 2 years ago

Penn’s Peak announces Dark Star Orchestra – Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience, Sunday, May 21, 2023 at 8pm.

Performing to critical acclaim for over 20 years and over 3000 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead’s extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians.

Dark Star Orchestra Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience at Penn’s Peak May 21

Dark Star Orchestra Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience at Penn’s Peak May 21

On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from the Grateful Dead’s 30 years of extensive touring or use their catalog to program a unique set list for the show. This allows fans both young and old to share in the experience. By recreating set lists from the past, and by developing their own sets of Dead songs, Dark Star Orchestra offers a continually evolving artistic outlet within this musical canon. Honoring both the band and the fans, Dark Star Orchestra’s members seek out the unique style and sound of each era while simultaneously offering their own informed improvisations.

Guitarist for Dark Star Orchestra Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience at Penn’s Peak May 21

Guitarist for Dark Star Orchestra

Dark Star Orchestra offers much more than the sound of the Grateful Dead, they truly encapsulate the energy and the experience. It’s about a sense of familiarity. It’s about a feeling that grabs listeners and takes over. It’s about that contagious energy…in short, it’s about the complete experience and consistent quality show that the fan receives when attending a Dark Star Orchestra show.

Dark Star Orchestra has performed throughout the entire United States, including a sold out debut at Colorado’s Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, plus shows in Europe and the Caribbean with the band touching down in seven different countries. DSO continues to grow its fan base by playing at larger venues for two and even three-night stands, as well as performing at major music festivals including Bonnaroo, Milwaukee’s SummerFest, The Peach Music Festival, Jam Cruise, Wanee Festival, SweetWater 420 Festival, Mountain Jam, and many more.

In addition to appearing at some of the nation’s top festival, Dark Star Orchestra hosts its own annual music festival and campaign gathering, titled the “Dark Star Jubilee”, currently in its eighth year where DSO headline all three nights and are joined by a mix of established and up and coming national touring acts. Beyond the shores of the United States, DSO has taken its internationally-acclaimed Grateful Dead tribute to the beaches of Jamaica in the dead of winter for the past six years, with their event appropriately titled ‘Jam in the Sand’. Featuring an ocean-side stage, DSO sets up camp to perform shows for four nights along the tropical sands of an all-inclusive resort, selling out the event each year for hundreds of lucky attendees.

Dark Star Orchestra Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience at Penn’s Peak May 21

Dark Star Orchestra Celebrating the Grateful Dead Experience at Penn’s Peak May 21

Fans and critics haven’t been the only people caught up in the spirit of a Dark Star show. The band has featured guest performances from six original Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh, Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Vince Welnick, Tom Constanten and even toured with longtime Dead soundman, Dan Healy. Other notable guests have included Mike Gordon and Jon Fishman of Phish, Keller Williams, Warren Haynes, Steve Kimock, Peter Rowan, Ramblin’ Jack Elliot and many more.

“For us it’s a chance to recreate some of the magic that was created for us over the years,” keyboardist and vocalist Rob Barraco explains. “We offer a sort of a historical perspective at what it might have been like to go to a show in 1985, 1978 or whenever. Even for Deadheads who can say they’ve been to a hundred shows in the 90s, we offer something they never got to see live.”

Tickets on sale Friday, March 17th at 10:00AM at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant and Bar.  Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant ticket sales are walk-up only, no phone orders.

General Admission with Reserved Rail Seating

Advance: $33.00

Day of Show: $38.00

Reserved Rail Seating: $40.00

About Penn’s Peak

Penn’s Peak, a beautiful mountaintop entertainment venue located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, can comfortably host 1,800 concertgoers.  Enjoy a spacious dance floor, lofty ceilings, concert bar/concession area and a full service restaurant and bar aptly named Roadie’s.

Complete with a broad open-air deck for summertime revelry, Penn’s Peak patrons enjoy a breathtaking overlook of nearby Beltzville Lake, plus a commanding, picturesque 50-mile panoramic view of northeastern Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. Choose Penn’s Peak for your next wedding, banquet or special event and treat your guests to an event truly “Above the Rest”.

Geographically convenient to residents of major population zones in Hazleton, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg, the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia and New York City, Penn’s Peak is an ideal location for any event.  It is located only four miles from Exit 74 of the northeast extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. 

For more information on Penn’s Peak, go to www.pennspeak.com or call 866-605-7325.

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