The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre has announced an exciting lineup of spring concerts featuring renowned artists. Country music star Trisha Yearwood will kick off the series with an acoustic performance on April 12, 2024, at 19:00. Following her, the bluegrass band Railroad Earth will take the stage on April 23, 2024, at 20:00, and classic rock group Grand Funk Railroad will perform on May 29, 2024, also at 20:00.
Yearwood’s concert promises an intimate evening filled with stories and songs. The three-time Grammy Award winner, known for hits like “XXX’s and OOO’s (an American Girl)” and “She’s in Love with the Boy,” will be joined by fellow musicians Leslie Satcher and Bridgette Tatum. Tickets for her show start at $40 plus fees, and are expected to attract a wide audience eager to experience her engaging storytelling style.
Railroad Earth, celebrating its 25th anniversary, will bring its unique bluegrass sound to the venue. General admission tickets for the main floor will begin at $35 plus fees, while assigned seating in the mezzanine will start at $55 plus fees. Fans can look forward to an energetic performance from a band that has a strong reputation within the jam band circuit.
The final concert in the series features Grand Funk Railroad, a band that rose to prominence in the 1970s with hits like “An American Band” and “Closer to Home (I’m Your Captain).” Their tour, titled “Still Shinin’ On Tour,” will offer fans a chance to enjoy classic rock music in a live setting. Tickets for this performance start at $50 plus fees.
Tickets for all three concerts will be available for presale starting on Wednesday, with general sales opening to the public on Friday at 10:00. Fans can purchase tickets through ticketmaster.com, kirbycenter.org, or at the box office located at 71 Public Square. For those preferring to purchase by phone, they can call 570-826-1100.
With such a diverse lineup, the F.M. Kirby Center offers a compelling entertainment option for music enthusiasts in Wilkes-Barre this spring.
