AUDITIONS AND CALLS FOR ENTRY
Auditions for ‘George Washington Slept Here’ by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, by appointment from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 28 and 29 at the Dietrich Theater. Director: Hoyt Keiser. Actors needed: eight women, ages 20-70, and nine men, ages 20-70. Actors may be asked to read from the script. Show dates: April 28-30, 2017 at the Dietrich. Rehearsals begin Feb. 27, 2017. Appointments: 570-466-9407.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Dietrich Film Favorites Series: ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,’ 1 and 7 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Dietrich Theater. Cost: free.
Actors Circle presents: ‘The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s Production of A Christmas Carol’ Dec. 8-14 at Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Road. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday performances are at 2 p.m. Cost: $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors and $8 for students. Tickets for the Dec. 1 performance are discounted at $8 for general admission and seniors and $6 for students. Reservations: 570-342-9707 or Tickets@actorscircle.com. Info: visit the Actors Circle Facebook page or actorscircle.com.
Marywood University’s String Project’s Holiday Concert, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8 , on the Main Stage of the Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts. Cost: free. Info: http://bit.ly/2fO2j96.
Art on the Hill, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 10 at the First Baptist Church, 10 Church St., Factoryville. A holiday art show and sale featuring artwork by local artists Phyllis Rennie, Maryann Williams and Joanne Benson.
The Madrigal Mix Tape, Dec. 10 and 11 at the Scranton Cultural Center. A Madrigal is an American form of dinner theater held during the Christmas season and set in the Middle Ages. The Scranton Shakespeare Festival is putting its own spin on this theatrical tradition by infusing it with a compilation of popular music. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Dec. 11 for dress rehearsal and behind the scenes access and 12:30 p.m. Dec. 11 for a Renaissance inspired brunch catered by The State Street Grill. Cost: $50 for both performances and brunch, $40 for brunch and Sunday’s performance only and $20 for dress rehearsal only. Reservations: 570-344-1111. Info: scrantonshakes.com.
The Marywood University Campus Choir and Orchestra ‘s Christmas concert, 4 p.m. Dec. 11 on the Main Stage of the Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts. Cost: free. Info: http://bit.ly/2fO2j96.
An Evening of Strings Concert, 6 p.m. Dec. 12 in the Marian Chapel in the Swartz Center for Spiritual Life at Marywood University. Cost: free. Info: http://bit.ly/2fO2j96.
Movie showing: ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ 2, 7 and 8 p.m. Dec.13 at the Dietrich Theater. Cost: Admission, popcorn and soda are free; sponsored by: Ace-Robbins, Inc. Seating is first-come, first-served.
Christmas in the Countryside, Dec. 17 at Countryside Community Church, 14011 Orchard Drive, Clarks Summit. A live nativity will be presented at 5 p.m. and a Christmas pageant with elaborate costuming at 6 p.m. Event also features a sing-a-long of traditional carols, special musical performances and refreshments. Info: 570-587-3206, countrysideoffice@yahoo.com or countryside-church.org.
Rossetti Family Estate presents Charles Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol,’ 7 p.m. Dec. 17 at the estate, 1005 Vine St., Scranton. A dramatic reading featuring Clarks Summit resident Robert Hughes, who will portray all characters in this Christmas two-act play. Benefits the Lackawanna Historical Society. Cost: $10 (includes wine, cheese and hors d’oeuvres). Reservations: 570-586-2512.
The Lyric Consort presents ‘What Sweeter Music,’ 8 p.m. Dec. 17 in the sanctuary of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church of Scranton. The program will feature 22 treasured carols and songs of the season. Cost: $10 for general admission and free for students. Tickets are available at the door. Info: lyricconsort.com or 570-343-6707.
The Ballet Theatre of Scranton and Marywood University present the 41st annual free performances of The Nutcracker, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 26, 27 and 28 at the Marywood Sette LaVerghetta Theater. General public free tickets are available two hours prior to the specific performance at the Marywood box office. Become a Nutcracker sponsor for seating benefits. Info: balletscranton.org or 570-347-2867.
VISUAL ARTS/PERFORMING ARTS
Community Concerts at Lackawanna College presents comedian Kathleen Madigan, 8 p.m. March 10 at Lackawanna College. Cost: $36-$40. Tickets: ticketfly.com, 570-955-1455 or through the Box Office, located at Lackawanna College in Angeli Hall, 501 Vine St. during the Box Office hours of 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Info: lackawanna.edu/communityconcerts.
Morgan James’ Reckless Abandon Tour concert, 8 p.m. March 31 at Lackawanna College. The final show of the Community Concerts at Lackawanna College’s 89th season. Cost: $28-34. Tickets: ticketfly.com, 570-955-1455 or between 12:30 and 5:30 p.m. through the Box Office, located at Lackawanna College in Angeli Hall, 501 Vine St. Info: lackawanna.edu/communityconcerts.
LITERARY ARTS
Mystery and Detective Book Club, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Abington Community Library. Selection from “Plum Pudding Murder” by Joanne Fluke.
Afternoon Book Club, 2 to 3 p.m. Dec. 21 at the Abington Community Library. Book: “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens.
Writers’ Group, 7-8:30 p.m. every Thursday (ongoing) at the Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. All genres and levels of writing are welcome. For ages 18 and up. Cost: free. Info: 570-833-5246.
Warrior Writers, 7 to 9 p.m. second Fridays at the Dietrich Theater in Tunkhannock. These writing workshops support artistic exploration and expression and provide a safe space to share experiences in the military culture. Open to all veterans and service members. Cost: Free. Info/register: call 570-996-1500.
ARTS, CRAFTS AND MORE
All Crafting Day, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 10 at The Abington Community Library. Bring your current craft project and mingle with other crafters.
