Moon Tavern to Host Performance with Dr. Dirty John Valby

Moon Tavern and Entertainment Complex is thrilled to announce a special performance by the legendary Dr. Dirty John Valby on Saturday, September 28. Famous for his outrageous humor and unforgettable live shows, Dr. Dirty is set to deliver a night of comedy and music that’s guaranteed to entertain.

Doors will open at 6:30 PM, and the show will begin at 8:00 PM. In addition to the hilarious entertainment, Moon Tavern will be offering a variety of family-friendly dining options before the show. Our menu features food made-from-scratch food, sauces, breads, indulgent desserts, and other delicious dishes. Whether you’re here for dinner or just the show, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Tickets are priced at $15 in advance and $25 at the door. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit www.MoonTavern.com or call 570-290-8117 after 5:00 PM.

Event Details:

·         Date: Saturday, September 28

·         Doors Open: 6:30 PM

·         Showtime: 8:00 PM

·         Tickets: $15 ADV • $25 @ Door

Two Chamber Members Collaborate to Spread Joy this Month

Two Chamber members who love to promote joy and positivity are collaborating on the event “Light and Laughter” to offer an evening of comedy and connection. Chamber members Jeannine Luby and Megan Alpert are working together through their respective businesses, Laugh to Live and Joy World Wealth Partners to present an evening of joyful laughter.

Jeannine Luby is producing the stand-up comedy show on Friday September 20 that will feature comedians Micki Orlowsky, Mary Rapach, Luby and Pittsburgh’s high energy comedian and mental health advocate Gab Bonesso, that will be hosted by Joy World Wealth Partners at 125 N. Washington Ave. in downtown Scranton. Doors open at 6:30PM and the show begins at 7PM.  This event is a nonalcoholic event for adults 18 and over. 

Both women are excited for this opportunity to collaborate on an event that will bring people together to share in the levity of laughter that helps to lower stress, lift moods and open minds.   Given that September is National Suicide Prevention Month $10 from every $25 ticket purchase will be donated to the nonprofit John Malvizzi Foundation, an organization named after an area man who died by suicide a few years ago. 

The Foundation was started by his daughter Nina Judge with the mission to “provide families and communities with the resources needed to increase mental health awareness and improve their quality of life.” Nina says she also wants to encourage transparency when it comes to talking about mental illness so that we can remove the stigma and people who need help will seek it and feel comfortable talking with a friend or family member about their feelings.

Seats are limited, so advanced ticket sales are encouraged at: 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/999356461077?aff=oddtdtcreator

Mohegan Pennsylvania Hosts Howie Mandel this October

At Mohegan Pennsylvania on Friday, October 18th, distinguished comedian, current America’s Got Talent judge and former Deal or No Deal host, Howie Mandel, is set to bring his talents to the Keystone Grand Ballroom. Doors for this can’t-miss performance open at 6:30pm and the laughs begin at 8:00pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 24th at 10:00am via TicketMaster. Tickets can also be purchased with Momentum Dollars and all other forms of payment at the Mohegan Pennsylvania Box Office located at the Hotel Front Desk, subject to availability.

Howie Mandel has remained a constant force in show business for more than 30 years. He can currently be seen on NBC’s flagship series ​America’s Got Talent, where he has served as a judge for eleven seasons. He recently finished production on his new documentary ​Howie Mandel: But Enough About Me. Other recent projects include judging NBC’s ​America’s Got Talent: The Champions, CNBC’s ​Deal or No Deal, where he served as executive producer and host, and Nat Geo Wild’s ​Animals Doing Things, where he co-hosted with his son, Alex. He also executive produced the Quibi series ​Kirby Jenner. In 2019, he released his first solo special in 20 years, ​Howie Mandel Presents Howie Mandel at the Howie Mandel Comedy Club.

Mandel has done countless comedy specials both on cable and network television. He has also hosted his own syndicated talk show, The Howie Mandel Show, and is a mainstay on the talk show circuit. He continues to perform as many as 200 standup comedy shows each year throughout the U.S. and Canada.

This is an all-ages show. However, most areas of Mohegan Pennsylvania are 21+ including the hotel, casino floor, and most restaurants. All attendees under 21 must be accompanied by an adult, enter via the hotel and convention center entrance, and proceed directly to the Keystone Grand Ballroom.

Scranton Cultural Center Announces Comedian Nick Swardson

This November at the Scranton Cultural Center, brace yourselves for a comedy show like no other as comedian Nick Swardson embarks on his new stand-up tour, Toilet Head. Renowned for his unfiltered humor and razor-sharp wit, Swardson promises to tackle the hard-hitting issues of our time, from the discomforts of diarrhea to the highs and lows of edibles, all the way to the enigmatic charm of Norm MacDonald.

Produced by Live Nation, the 37-city tour kicks off in September making stops across the U.S., with a performance at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple on November 23 at 7:00 PM.  The show will take place in the Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Theatre.

With a career spanning over 26 years, Nick Swardson has cemented his status as a comedy legend. From his memorable collaborations with Adam Sandler to his scene-stealing role as Terry in “Reno 911,” and his unforgettable performances in cult classics like “Grandma’s Boy” and “Bucky Larson,” Swardson’s comedic prowess knows no bounds. Not to mention his own comedic creations, including Comedy Central’s “Pretend Time” and “Typical Rick.”

As he gears up for his sixth stand-up special, audiences can expect nothing short of an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, surprises, and perhaps a few unexpected smells along the way. Nick Swardson’s unique brand of comedy transcends the ordinary, offering audiences an escape into a world where hilarity reigns supreme.  For a full tour schedule, visit nickswardson.net

Tickets start at $48.20. Doors will open at 6:30 PM and a cash bar and concessions will be available.  Tickets will be available for purchase beginning May 17 at 10:00 AM at the Fidelity Bank Box Office at the SCC in person or by calling (570) 344-1111, or via Ticketmaster.  For more information or to view a full schedule of events, visit SCCMT.org.

Voodoo Brewery to Host Comedy Show

Get ready for a wild night of laughs with Zane Lamprey Host of the worlds best drinking shows (Three Sheets, Drinking Made Easy, Chug, and Four Sheets) as he hits the stage at Voodoo Scranton on Tuesday February 21st!

Don’t miss your chance to see Zane as he embarks on SKI PATROL which is his 3rd Stand-Up comedy tour at breweries across the country and prepares for his next Amazon Prime Special!

Tickets are limited so be sure to get yours while they last—For a great night of comedy in the Electric City

Get tickets at Zanelamprey.com

6:30 VIP Doors
7:00 VIP Q&A
7:30 General Admission Doors
8:00 SHOWTIME

Zane’s TENDER LOOKS special is currently on Amazon Prime!

Electric City Axe Throwing Comedy Night

Ladies, make a plan for you and your girl posse to break from the worries and stress of life to throw some axes and then listen to some jokes. The ticket price includes an hour of free time to throw axes and then a stand-up comedy show featuring comedians Jeannine Luby and Mary Rapach. You are welcome to bring your own wine or beer and snacks.

When Jeannine isn’t chasing squirrels off her birdfeeder, she promotes laughter through wellness programs using Laughter Yoga and creates content for her marketing/communications clients. And sometimes she thinks of jokes while she’s trying to breathe and run at the same time.

Mary was recently voted NEPA’s Funniest Comedian…for good reason! They are a co-founder of Scranton Improv and teach improv and stand-up comedy workshops there as well as perform. Mary has performed stand-up and improv comedy throughout NEPA and beyond and has served as the charming and hilarious emcee of many drag shows at The Ritz Theater.

Register here!

The Scranton Cultural Center Announces “A Night of Comedy With Samantha Ruddy & Friends”

The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple is pleased to announce “A Night of Comedy with Samantha Ruddy and Friends” on October 21 at 8 PM.  Fresh off her appearance on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,” NEPA native Samantha Ruddy will headline the night.  She’ll be joined by Martin Urbano (“The Tonight Show”) and more friends along the way!  The show is set to take place in Shopland Hall.

Samantha Ruddy tells jokes, writes funny stuff, and weasels her way into your heart with her gay girl-next-door charm. She is currently a Digital Producer at “Full Frontal with Samantha Bee,” in addition to being a warmup comic back when crowds gathering was a thing. Samantha’s work at “Full Frontal” has included writing straight to camera monologues for Sam to deliver, managing the content on the show’s social media accounts, and contributing to web series including the Emmy and Webby Award nominated “Beeing At Home.”  In addition to her recent appearance on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,” Samantha has performed on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” headlined Carolines on Broadway, been heard on NPR, and appeared in videos for Comedy Central and Marvel. She has performed at comedy festivals like New York Comedy Festival, San Francisco Sketchfest, and Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Her debut comedy album, “Logging Out,” was named one of the best comedy albums of 2020 by NPR.

Brooklyn Magazine has called Samantha one of Brooklyn’s 50 Funniest People, BUST says she’s a comic “you should be obsessed with,” and Vulture featured her for “Follow Friday.” Samantha is a skilled joke writer and her comedy is clever, disarming, and sly. Her writing can be found on Collegehumor, The Cut, and Reductress. She’s been nominated for both Shorty and Queerty awards for her online presence. Follow her on Twitter @Samlymatters.

Samantha will be joined by Martin Urbano, an NYC-based comedian/satirist who has appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” The CW (Howie Mandel’s Comedy Gala), and Comedy Central.  He’s currently a writer and performer on “The Tonight Show.”

The show will take place in Shopland Hall on the fourth floor 8:00 p.m. with the doors opening at 7:00 p.m.  A cash bar will be available for patrons 21 and over and concessions will also be available for purchase.  Tickets $25.75 in advance and $30.75 day of show (includes fees).  They can be purchased at the Fidelity Bank Box Office at the SCC in person or by calling (570) 344-1111, or via Ticketmaster.  For additional information and a full schedule of events, visit SCCMT.org.

John Mulaney Announces 2022 From Scratch Tour, Will Kick Off in Wilkes-Barre

WHO: John Mulaney

WHAT: John Mulaney: From Scratch

Produced by Live Nation, the 33 city tour kicks off on Friday, March 11th at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre, PA making stops across the U.S. in Austin, Saint Paul, and New York before wrapping up in Chicago at the United Center on July 14th.

TICKETS: Tickets on sale starting Friday, December 10th at 10am local time on Ticketmaster.com.

TOUR DATES:

Fri Mar 11 — Wilkes-Barre, PA — Mohegan Sun Arena

Sat Mar 12 — Louisville, KY — KFC Yum! Center

Sun Mar 13 — Cincinnati, OH — Heritage Bank Center

Fri Mar 18 — Portland, ME — Cross Insurance Arena*

Sat Mar 19 — Ledyard, CT — Foxwoods Resort Casino*

Sat Mar 19 — Ledyard, CT — Foxwoods Resort Casino (LATE)*

Thu Mar 24 — Austin, TX — H-E-B Center

Fri Mar 25 — Dallas, TX — American Airlines Center

Sat Mar 26 — Houston, TX — Toyota Center

Fri Apr 01 — Savannah, GA — Enmarket Arena

Sat Apr 02 — Charlotte, NC — Spectrum Center

Sun Apr 03 — Birmingham, AL — Legacy Arena at The BJCC

Thu Apr 07 — Sacramento, CA — Golden 1 Center

Fri Apr 08 — San Jose, CA — SAP Center

Sat Apr 09 — Salt Lake City, UT — Vivint Arena

Sun Apr 17 — Denver, CO — Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Fri Apr 22 — Omaha, NE — CHI Health Center

Sat Apr 23 — Saint Paul, MN — Xcel Energy Center

Fri Apr 29 — Berkeley, CA — Greek Theatre

Thu May 12 — Orlando, FL — Addition Financial Arena

Fri May 13 — Hollywood, FL — Hard Rock Live

Sat May 14 — Hollywood, FL — Hard Rock Live

Sun May 15 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

Fri May 20 — Columbus, OH — Schottenstein Center

Sat May 21 — Norfolk, VA — Scope Arena

Sun May 22 — Raleigh, NC — PNC Arena

Thu June 9 — Springfield, MA — MassMutual Center*

Fri Jun 10 — Saratoga Springs, NY — Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Sat Jun 11 — Buffalo, NY — KeyBank Center

Sun Jun 12 — Syracuse, NY — Upstate Medical University Arena

Fri Jun 17 — Atlantic City, NJ — Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Thu Jun 23 — New York, NY — Madison Square Garden

Thu Jul 14 — Chicago, IL — United Center

* Not a Live Nation Date

About John Mulaney

John Mulaney is a two-time Emmy and WGA award-winning writer, actor, and comedian,

In 2018, he traveled the United States with sold out Kid Gorgeous tour, which was later released as a Netflix stand-up special and won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Variety Special; In 2015, he released The Comeback Kid, also a Netflix original, which The AV Club called the “best hour of his career;” In 2012, his Comedy Central special New In Town had Ken Tucker of Entertainment Weekly hailing him as “one of the best stand-up comics alive.”

Solidifying himself as a fan favorite, John Mulaney has been invited to host Saturday Night Live four times. He began writing for SNL in 2008 and created memorable characters such as ‘Stefon’ with Bill Hader and appeared as a “Weekend Update” correspondent. He has written for IFC’s Documentary Now! and Netflix’s Big Mouth, on which he voices the character of Andrew.

He’s also starred on Broadway in the runaway hit written and performed alongside Nick Kroll in Oh, Hello On Broadway. The duo have since released a Netflix special of the same name, as well as Oh, Hello: The P’dcast, based off their characters Gil Faizon and George St. Geegland.

In December 2019, the critically acclaimed and Emmy nominated musical variety special John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch debuted on Netflix. It was recently announced that festivities will continue with a pair of holiday themed Sack Lunch Bunch specials coming to Comedy Central in the near future.

Candice Guardino to Perform at the Ritz Theatre

After Sold Out shows across the Country, Candice Guardino debuts her hilarious show Italian Bred. Within this 85 minute theatrical comedy,  Candice slips in and out of her family impersonations as she cooks up a full meal of growing up NY Style. 

Italian Bred also features virtual cameos from Vic DiBitetto, Steve Schirripa (Sopranos), Mario Cantone (Sex and The City) and more!  This Hit Theatrical Comedy is fresh off Sold-Out in NJ, LA, NY, FL and Chicago. A show for the whole family that is not to be missed! www.italianbredshow.com

Candice Guardino LIVE in Italian Bred https://youtu.be/4fY3-lRpGNE
Check out Promo Video: https://youtu.be/70N5W2tLTlE