The Vintage Theater Seeks Work based on local music scene For May Exhibit

The Vintage Theater has served as a haven for new, up and coming and original artists of all mediums and genres for over three years. Returning for its second annual installment Rhythm of The Region II will serve as the theaters gallery exhibit for the month of May 2012. This exhibit is dedicated to the history and passion of the local music scene. Original art pieces, photographs, promotional materials and even memorabilia are welcome for submission.

A heavy emphasis this year will be placed on new works created for premier use in this show and venue specific memorabilia.

SUBMISSION INFORMATION: All those who have work of any medium that reflect the passion and history of the local music scene are encouraged to submit.  Please e-mail photos  of the work and/or a description a brief artist bio (if applicable) and contact information to info@scrantonsvintagetheater.com or mail images/information to 119 Penn Ave, Scranton PA, 18503 (please note digital submissions are preferred).
The deadline for this exhibit is April 27th 2012 at 6:00 pm.

EXHIBIT INFORMATION: The exhibit will open May 4th 2012 and be on display (in full or in part) till May 31st 2012. Details on pick up / return of work will be provided once submission is approved.

Contact:

Conor O’Brien / Theresa O’Connor

info@scrantonsvintagetheater.com

119 Penn Ave, Scranton PA, 18503?570 589 0271

The organizers of Occupy Scranton wish to invite all who are interested in learning more about the movement and what the local chapter of Occupiers hopes to accomplish.

This free networking and open discussion forum will also feature a special film presentation.

March 11th 2012 | Starting at 5:00 pm | Free & Open To All

The dynamic MA based folk rock group (The Sun Parade) will perform with local favorites A Social State and The Faceless Shadows for one fantastic show!

The Sun Parade

March 25th 2012 | Doors at 6:00 pm / Music at 7:00 pm | Tickets are $5.00

This, That & The Other Thing will be hosted by Patrick Martinelli and Ryan K. Hertel!

Featuring performances by DJ RKH, Mr. X Beatbox, D.C, Buddhamang and much more!

March 17th 2012 | Doors at 7:00 pm / Performances at 8:00 pm | Tickets are $8.00

Featuring some of the Electric City’s most amazing and dynamic “characters” in a head to head story slam, this event hopes to contribute to the love of storytelling, performance and culture in this region! Audiences of all ages will enjoy this unique event!

Featuring…

Alicia Grega, Amye Archer, Conor O’Brien, Jeannine Luby, Rosemary McGuigan, Sarah Stachura Regan, Tom Blomain, Tom Borthwick, Zoe McNichols and Timothy J McDermott!

March 31st 2012 | Reception to begin at 7:00 pm / Storytelling to begin at 8:00 pm | Tickets are $5.00

The Vintage Theater is proud to present Benjamin Adcroft as the featured artist for the month of March 2012. An incredible collection of select works he created between August 2010 and September 2011 will remain on display throughout the month of March!

Born and raised in Scranton, Benjamin received his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts in New York City (the city in which he currently lives and works). In addition to receiving the 2006 Michelangelo Amico Scholarship, Benjamin has also been honored with the 2010 Alumni Scholarship as well as the Rhodes Family Award (both by the School of Visual Arts). His work has been featured at various locales throughout the city (such as the Theatre Lab and SVA/SVA Westside galleries) and has seen his works published by Discover magazine both in 2007 and 2008.Benjamin has also recently served as the illustrator for Kevin Adcroft’s charming book “101 Ways to Survive A Broken Heart” (author and copies of the book will be available during the opening reception)!

It is the view of the theater and its directors that Benjamin’s talent and passion for the arts is only surpassed by the humility and sincere appreciation he extends to all patrons and fellow artists.

The exhibit will open on March 2nd in conjunction with the First Friday art walk. The exhibit will run until March 31st. The opening reception will be held between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm – complimentary refreshments will be offered – as always First Friday is open & free for all!

Benjmain Adcroft, Scranton Paintings (August 2010 – September 2011) / March 2nd 2012 - March 31st 2012

Hailing from Stroudsburg, Edelweiss (a young band whose amazing sound is making quite a few waves) will return to The Vintage Theater for another dynamic performance!

Featuring special guests Rooks, Wait Till The Chorus and Atlas Arrows!

March 30th 2012 | Doors at 7:00 pm / Music at 8:00 pm | Tickets are $7.00

Without question the biggest annual celebration in downtown Scranton!

While we wish everyone a safe and happy day we will not be open to the public so as the theater (and the artwork) can stay safe and happy as well!

Please click here for the parades official website!

After its first sold out installment last year Band O’Palooza returns again – bigger and better than ever!

With performances by -  Eye On Attraction, Wicca Phase Springs Eternal (featuring Adam of Tigers Jaw), Crock Pot Abduction, Halfling and Langor!

Langor (photo by Jason Riedmiller)

March 9th 2012 | Doors at 6:00 pm / Music at 6:30 pm | Tickets are $6.00

Proceeds to benefit the West Scranton High School Marching Band

Those Clever Foxes, Lesser Animals and Power Animal celebrate the return to Scranton after a grueling three day mini-tour with a performance at The Vintage Theater!

March 18th 2012 | Doors at 6:00 pm / Music at 7:00 pm | Tickets are only $5.00