F*ck New Year’s Resolutions: Stand-Up Comedy Show!
Kick off the New Year with laughter at the Milton Theatre’s “F*ck New Year’s Resolutions” Comedy Special! Join us for an evening of hilarious stand-up comedy that will have you rolling in the aisles and forgetting all about those pesky resolutions. Why stress over unattainable goals when you can start the year with a belly full of laughs? Our lineup of top-notch comedians will tackle the absurdity of New Year’s resolutions, the quirks of self-improvement, and the joy of embracing who we are. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the New Year with friends, family, and a whole lot of humor! Headliner: Chris Monty Website | Instagram | YoutubeWith over 20 years of stand-up comedy and television under his belt, Chris Monty continues to delight audiences worldwide. In his stand-up, Chris Monty channels a refreshing and unique style of the 1960’s cool funnyman mixed with a modern chic. His unique take on current topics and storytelling are reminiscent of the comics that would keep The Rat Pack in stitches for weeks. He spans generations in that older crowds love his cool, retro style and younger crowds see a cadence they haven’t seen on stage. It is truly something unique to experience. Feature: Irwin Loring Website | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Irwin finds life funny. On stage, he will tell the stories of his children, parents, and their behaviors, His take on being divorced, or the twists of being in a relationship with a Vegan, animal rights activist. He does all this with a smile, and his apparent love of all of them. He takes simple life moments and experiences, such as being at a local grocery store, or driving with kids, and makes you laugh as if you were there at that moment. Host: Keith Purnell Website | YouTube | FacebookKeith is one of the fastest rising comics from Delaware. He’s a high energy performer whose quick wit, style, and fast pace humor make him a hit and personal favorite of audiences young and old. He performs at Comedy Clubs across the country and has appeared on Television and in Movies. He was a winner in the Howard Stern “Kill or Be Killed” Comedy Competition and was the Philadelphia Regional winner in the Sierra Mist Next Great Comic Comedy Competition.
One Dame Christmahanukwanzaka
A tribute to Dame Edna by her Honorary Understudy Written & Performed by Scott F. Mason Dame Edna’s award-winning Honorary Understudy is back for more in a one-of-a-kind holiday show that is not to be missed!! Get ready for another belly-busting good time and make sure you come prepared! She’s ready to share a round of Coronatinis, crazy zingers, double-entendre one-liners, and mischievous observations of the Milton crowd! About Scott Mason Website | Youtube | Facebook – 2023 NYC Bistro Award Winner for Comedic Characterization – 2023 Nominee for Manhattan Association of Cabaret Male Debut Award Quote from NY Don’t Tell Mama show…. “Mason quite simply nailed it…every inch the wit and outrageous humor of the original Dame”- Gerry Geddes, Bistro Awards In 2010 and 2012, he won “Best Comedian” at the Las Vegas Reel Awards, which is akin to the Oscars for the Tribute Artist Industry.He has participated in the Sunburst Conference of Professional Celebrity Impersonators since 2008 where he won “Funniest Male”, “Best Transformation”, and “Best Male Costume” three times each and has been inducted into their Hall of Fame for each in 2011, 2013, and 2014 respectively. He was one of three finalists for the “Agent’s Best” (meaning the best act out of dozens that agents reviewed) award in 2010 and 2012. In 2011 he was awarded the Silver Best Showcase Award 3rd place and in 2012 he won Gold (2nd).His Dame has been seen on the Rachel Ray show as well as Fox News 35 in Orlando and the national CBS Sunday Morning news. He is also featured prominently in the award-winning 2010 documentary short subject “Just About Famous” and its full-length follow-up in 2013. Information on the film and Mason can be seen on IMDB.com.Mason has been active in theater since 1985, and was a member of the National Dramatists Guild, having written over 25 plays produced in Delaware and Off-Off Broadway. As an actor, he has acted over 100 roles, and appeared for 30 years with the Delaware Dance Company’s “The Nutcracker”. He has also directed over 100 plays for community and regional theater.
Flip Orley: America’s Premier Comic Hypnotist
America’s Premier Comic Hypnotist! Every show is unique and anyone can be the star!” Aliens Are Among Us and They’re Hilarious!”Dallas News- “Hypnotized volunteers are convinced they’re Aliens and can speak their language. It’s crazy!”NBC Today Show- “Sleep has never been so funny! About Flip Orley Website | YouTube | Facebook Flip Orley is considered the best comedic hypnotist in the country. His 2 + hour show is hilarious, crazy, and completely off the wall.It’s the best audience participation show you’ll ever see with 15-20 people on stage with some convinced that they’re aliens, or they speak alien or one lady who said an ET has impregnated her mother! It’s nuts. Flip knows how to release the whacky & crazy in people!Since Flip Orley has burst onto the comedy scene he has single – handedly reshaped the image of hypnosis from its Vaudeville image, to an act hip and edgy enough for all ages. Flip’s appearance on the “Today Show” brought rave reviews and stopped traffic in midtown Manhattan. His one-man show has set comedy club attendance records from coast to coast. Faithful fans and new comers alike find themselves screaming with laughter as Flip ignites his volunteers’ subconscious minds and transforms reality. What sets Orley apart from others in his craft, is his true comedic ability, delivering a hilarious stand up set before unleashing his volunteers’ creative imaginations. The Los Angeles Times attests that “…the beauty of Orley’s show is that most of the humor comes from the volunteers, and no two performances are alike.” The Dallas Morning News reports, “It’s difficult to remain skeptical after seeing Flip transform a panel of well behaved audience members into a family of trailer-park dwellers from Arkansas, Southern accent and all!” Flip is adamant about not embarrassing his volunteers. “I want the audience to laugh with them, not at them,” he says. “This is the purest form of improvisational entertainment you will ever see as the show rewrites itself every night, and the volunteers are my partners, not my victims. Each subject is treated with respect and gentility.”
Laughing Through the Chill: A Winter Comedy Special
Warm up your winter with a night of non-stop laughter at “Laughing Through the Chill: A Winter Comedy Special”! Join us at the Milton Theatre for an evening of hilarious stand-up comedy that will melt away the winter blues. Our lineup of top-notch comedians is ready to deliver side-splitting jokes and heartwarming humor that will keep you laughing all night long. Don’t miss out on the funniest event of the season – grab your tickets now and get ready to laugh through the chill! Headliner: Rich CarucciWebsite | Instagram | Twitter NYC Comedy Street Scene… on the way to my next spot. My passion is getting up overnight working clubs in the city, working with other comedians, & making people laugh. Feature: Bob Marsdale Twitter | Youtube | FacebookA former radio DJ who has appeared at the Tropicana, Taj-Mahal, Mohegan Sun, and Parx Casino’s. A semi-finalist in John Debella’s 102.9 WMGK’s Comedy Competition, Bob has also appeared in “Stuff Philly Fans Say”, which was featured on the WIP Morning Show with Angelo Cataldi. Bob is known for his dead-on impersonations, and observational humor. He is a regular at comedy clubs throughout the east coast. Host: Keith Purnell Website | YouTube | FacebookKeith is one of the fastest rising comics from Delaware. He’s a high energy performer whose quick wit, style, and fast pace humor make him a hit and personal favorite of audiences young and old. He performs at Comedy Clubs across the country and has appeared on Television and in Movies. He was a winner in the Howard Stern “Kill or Be Killed” Comedy Competition and was the Philadelphia Regional winner in the Sierra Mist Next Great Comic Comedy Competition. Keith has had appearances on Last Comic Standing and is gaining a reputation as the next rising star. So watch out America, he’s coming your way, be prepared, he’s armed with Laffs!
Love’s a Joke, The Holiday Survival Kit
Love has never been so hysterical! Love’s a Joke is a hysterically raucous and not-to-miss comedy tour as America’s top comedy couples take the stage to dish on marriage.”Survive the holidays with laughter at ‘Love’s A Joke: The Holiday Survival Guide’ – where humor and holiday chaos collide, leaving you in stitches and ready to conquer any family gathering!” Host: Steve LeventhalInstagramSteve Leventhal has performed in comedy clubs, bars, private parties, and bedrooms all over the northeast. His wacky descriptions of his family, love life, and surroundings will keep you wildly entertained. His odd perspective on life and the way he sees the world will make us all wonder what he is going to say next.Max CohenWebsite | YouTubeMax Cohen is a regular panelist on John Fugelsang’s “Tell me Everything,” on SiriusXM. He was a finalist for a show on the hit comedy app Laugh Exchange. He currently hosts the popular podcast, “Shut It Down! The Bar Rescue Recap Show,” and has appeared on Bar Rescue on Paramount Network as one of Jon Taffer’s trusted experts! Vicky KupermanWebsite | YoutubeVicky Kuperman has recently appeared on Live From Gotham Comedy on Oculus. Other credits include The Maxim Comedy Showcase, David Brenner Presents The Comedy Stars of Tomorrow, Nickelodeon and performed for the troops. In her comedy, she talks about everything from her Russian family, world travel, marrying a younger guy, and dating to her favorite topic: dogs. Missy HallWebsite | YoutubeMissy Grynkiewicz Hall is the Queen of Happy Things! She loves to laugh, believes pants are optional and thinks the world would be better place if dogs were in charge. She is the 2013 winner of the Laugh Out Loud Competition, has worked as a warm-up comic for Harry Connick, Jr and her freshman comedy CD, “Miss Representation” was a first-round Grammy nominee in 2012 for funniest comedy album. Jeremy HallTwitterOriginally from the Washington, DC area, Jeremy has been performing comedy since 2012. He has performed all over the country and has been a finalist in numerous competitions including Baltimore’s Next Stand-up Star.
All That Jazz: Drag Show
A NEW DRAG SHOW CELEBRATING JAZZ AND AMERICAN STANDARDSGet ready for an electrifying night of glamour, rhythm, and pure entertainment at the Milton Theatre! Join us for the sensational “All That Jazz Drag Show,” where the stage comes alive with dazzling performances hosted by the incomparable Magnolia Applebottom. Featuring the phenomenal talents of special guests Roxy Overbrooke and Jasmine Blue, this show promises to captivate audiences with a fusion of style, sass, and show-stopping artistry. Let your senses soar as the performers transport you into a world of glitz, glamour, and fabulousness. About Magnolia Applebottom FacebookMagnolia Applebottom is a world class cabaret performer from Jackson, Mississippi. Mrs. Applebottom is a mid-life crisis at its finest. She’s kooky, she’s cool, she barley finished school but she knows how to put a smile on any face. So like her page and share her antics with your friends. Maybe go to a Magnolia Applebottom show!
Smokus Pocus: A 420 Magic Show
Arrive Baked. Leave Bewildered. (21+ Event) Surround yourself with great vibes at the mind-blowing night out that will leave you gasping at tricks that are so trippy you’ll be asking “what the f—?!”. Innovative feats of magic are fused with the world of weed as magician and cannabis connoisseur Ben Zabin takes audiences on a journey of Dank Debauchery. Witness a spectacle packed with tokes, jokes, & tricks- Jars of bud will appear, lighters will come to life, and bongs will bend reality in an unforgettable performance designed to enthrall both the stoned and sober. “Within the confines of this captivating performance, not a single leaf of marijuana finds its way into the realm of consumption.” Due to state regulations, consumption inside the venue is not permitted. You’re more than welcome to arrive baked & leave bewildered! About Ben Zabin Website | Smokus Pocus | YoutubeMagician & Cannabis ConnoisseurBen Zabin has spent most of his life onstage performing 1000+ magic shows for global audiences. After living a dual life of doing magic shows on cruise ships while simultaneously running a strong weed hustle, Zabin left those worlds to combine his passions of magic and cannabis to create Smokus Pocus. Since the first performance in May of 2021 in Portland, OR, Smokus Pocus has since toured throughout the US and Canada, staged multiple sold-out extended runs in Brooklyn, and became the first 420-themed attraction in Las Vegas during a residency in 2023 at AREA15. Comedy Opener: Keith PurnellKeith is one of the fastest rising comics from Delaware. He’s a high energy performer whose quick wit, style, and fast pace humor makes him a hit and personal favorite of audiences young and old. He was a winner in the Howard Stern “Kill or Be Killed” Comedy Competition and was the Philadelphia Regional winner in the Sierra Mist Next Great Comic Comedy Competition.
Shorts Fest: Film Festival
Local filmmakers highlight May’s Revival House Slower Lower Shorts Festival REVIVAL HOUSEWEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM It’s time for local filmmakers to wrap up their production and send it in for consideration to Revival House’s annual Slower Lower Short Film Festival at the Milton Theatre on Sunday, June 2, 2024. The annual event highlights the region’s top filmmakers and is the premier short film festival in Delaware. The Slower Lower Short Film Festival welcomes filmmakers of all ages to submit their original works for consideration. Seasoned professionals or up-and-coming visionaries alike are encouraged to share their stories with a big-screen audience. As with all Revival House’s local film festivals, there is absolutely no cost to filmmakers who submit films for consideration. From dramas to comedies, from animation to sci-fi, the Slower Lower Short Film Festival will celebrate the diverse world of independent filmmakers from around the area. The screenings will be followed by an on-stage Q&A with the filmmakers to share their cinematic journeys with audience members. Please submit films that are less than 30 minutes in length. To enter, filmmakers must simply submit a waiver (located to the right below). The submission deadline is May 28 at midnight. Selected entries will be notified via email, and those filmmakers will have the opportunity to showcase their work on the big screen at the historic Milton Theatre. Tickets for the event are only $10, and $5 for students and seniors.
Oh the Horrors! Film Trailer Challenge
ATTENTION ALL FILMMAKERS! IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN!!Get ready horror hounds and fear fiends! The Revival House is bringing back The Horror Trailer Challenge with a chance to bring home a portion of the $1,500 cash up for grabs! This is your chance to take part in a fun film challenge and have your project seen on the big screen in front of a crowd at the Milton Theatre. Time to break out the camera gear, buy those gallons of fake blood, and gather your friends to make the greatest horror trailer you can imagine! The 6th annual Horror Trailer Challenge is happening Sunday, October 20th at the Milton Theatre.Since its inception, the trailer challenge has grown in popularity and response, with submissions coming in from all across the state and region. All participating filmmakers will have the opportunity to demonstrate their demonic visions on a movie screen in front of a live audience and compete for a chance to win $1500 in cash prizes. This fall, the Revival House will announce on our website (https://www.revivalhousetheater.com) and this Facebook page a specific item and line of dialogue that must be included in the trailer. Filmmakers have a few weeks to script, film, and edit their trailer, which can be no more than three minutes in length.For all the details and past entry examples for some inspiration go to https://www.revivalhousetheater.comJoining the contest is FREE! About Revival House Films Official Website | Facebook The Revival House is a platform to celebrate the experience of going to the movies. Our mission is to foster a community through the shared experience of film and presenting programs that are unique, entertaining, and fun. Within the walls of the historic Milton Theatre, we hope to provide monthly screenings equally dedicated to cinema and community.
Polar Express Pajama Party! & Film Screening – 11AM
This Holiday Season… Believe! Fun pre-show activities! Come in comfy pajamas and invite your friends!Available for purchase: special PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE and COOKIES! “Step aboard the Polar Express Pajama Party at Milton Theatre – Where Dreams Come to Life! Join us on a magical journey in your coziest pajamas, as we embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with holiday spirit and heartwarming joy. Be whisked away to a world of wonder, where hot cocoa flows and the spirit of Christmas is alive. Experience the enchantment of the Polar Express on the big screen, surrounded by friends and family, all in the comfort of your favorite PJs. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind cinematic event that will warm your heart and ignite the magic of the season. All aboard the Polar Express Pajama Party at Milton Theatre – Where Christmas dreams take flight!” Polar Express (2004) | Rated G On the night of Christmas Eve, a boy (Voiced by Daryl Sabara) is growing bitterly skeptical of the existence of Santa Claus. As he struggles to sleep, he is roused by a steam locomotive, Polar Express, bound for the North Pole. He boards the train and embarks on the journey of a lifetime as he rediscovers his belief in Santa Claus and the Christmas Spirit. The Polar Express is a 2004 American 3D computer-animated film based on the 1985 children’s book of the same name by Chris Van Allsburg, who also served as one of the executive producers on the film. The film was written, produced, and directed by Robert Zemeckis. The film stars Daryl Sabara, Nona Gaye, Jimmy Bennett, and Eddie Deezen, with Tom Hanks in six distinct roles. The film also included a performance by Tinashe at age 9, who later gained exposure as a pop singer in the 2010s, as the CGI-model for the female protagonist.
