Close to You: Music of the Carpenters
The longest running Carpenters’ tribute in North America is beginning their 12 Year-Anniversary Tour! About Close to You Website | Facebook | Video Considered one of the best vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter captured the attention of a generation with her unabashedly catchy pop music. The Carpenters’ beautiful, memorable love songs topped the Billboard charts with more than a dozen number one hits. Now singer Lisa Rock and her 6-piece band are bringing the music of The Carpenters back to the stage with their spot-on renditions of Carpenters classics with Close to You: The Music of The Carpenters. Lisa Rock has been performing to sold-out crowds for years. She’s written more than 15 original concerts and cabarets that have been seen across the country. Now, Rock has arranged a 6-piece band, complete with back-up singers, and together they are dedicated to creating a Carpenters experience like no other. Rock’s amazing four octave range allows her to sing the hits like “We’ve Only Just Begun” and “Rainy Days and Mondays” in their original key, keeping the songs genuine and more recognizable for the audience. “When she hits the lower range of her marvelous voice,” notes critic Alan Bresloff, “if you close your eyes, you can see Karen Carpenter’s face.”
Peek-a-Boo Neo-Burlesque
Philly’s beloved burlesque troupe is going to entertain you until it hurts with their devilishly divine combination of dancing, classic striptease, and comedy. About Pee-a-Boo Revue Official Website | Facebook Philly’s beloved burlesque troupe is going to entertain you until it hurts with their devilishly divine combination of dancing, classic striptease, and comedy. The ladies of The Boo are going to whip your senses while Muff Johnson and Count Scotchula tickle your funny bone. You’ll never know what to expect next. It is live entertainment at its finest!Since 1998, in Philadelphia PA, one troupe has kept the spirit of cabaret, burlesque and all-around “showbizzy-ness” alive by presenting a new show each month — The Peek-A-Boo Revue! An adults-only pastiche of singing, dancing, and comedy all wrapped up in a Burlesque Show!Starting humbly in The Five Spot niteclub as a variety show created by the owner Phil Cohen, who also sheparded the group as its producer and staunchest ally, the show grew rapidly. What started as a Wed. evening affair would blossom into 2 shows every 1st Sat. A show freshly-minted EACH Month!The group would eventually ‘morph’ into a tight-knit cast of friends, an ensemble of men and women capable of almost anything onstage (and sometimes even offstage). The group (dubbed as a ‘neo-burlesque’ troupe) has performed for a wide-range of audiences over the years, and been attached to many high-profile events, festivals and causes (willing to attach the ‘edgy’ elements of burlesque) including:-The Cartoon Network’s ADULT SWIM Fan Picture Show-Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim 4 your lives(part of the Festival of Independents)-The Velvet Hammer Documentary’s Philadelphia premiere-The Philadelphia Gay and Lesbian Film Festivals-Cirque de Soleil’s post-premiere party (2002 and 2004)-Jennifer Tilley (Bound over Broad Street) Criminal Convention (PIGLFF)-The Philadelphia Fringe Festival – Late Night Cabaret-In Liquid Arts Benefit (PA)-Womens Coalition for Sexual Freedom (PA)-Azuka Lounge: A Happy Hour Event Holiday Bash!-Benefit for Azuka Theatre (PA)
Amish Outlaws
Featured as a “Top Entertainment Pick” in New York Magazine’s 2012 “In a very short time, this band has captured the hearts, minds, and butter churners of the masses with their hilarious onstage performances of everything from Bon Jovi to Snoop & Dre.” – Night & Day Magazine About Amish Outlaws Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube It is a little-known fact that most Amish practice a tradition similar to the Christian “Confirmation” and Jewish “Bar Mitzvah” called “Rumspringa” (literal translation: “running around”) in which Amish children at the age of 16 have an opportunity to live free of the strict Amish code of conduct before deciding if they want to come back and be baptized into the Amish church. Surprisingly, virtually all of the youths return. But sometimes they don’t. Four out of the original six members of The Amish Outlaws were born and raised in Lancaster, PA and had a strict Amish upbringing. No electricity from land lines, no alcohol, no musical instruments, but their spirits were too wild for the Amish lifestyle. Once they trampled in the Devil’s Playground, there was no turning back. In the years since Rumspringa, the members of the Amish Outlaws have become very well acclimated to the pleasures and vices of the modern world… music, most of all. Thus, with a bold lust for life and a fire for music and performance that can only come from 16 years of repression, The Amish Outlaws were unleashed upon the world.
“Rock the Opera” with Branden & James
BRANDEN & JAMES present “Rock The Opera” A musical mash-up celebrating two of the most epic musical art forms. “From start to finish, ‘Rock The Opera’ is a musical thrill ride.”! Music by David Bowie, Elton John, Aerosmith, A-ha, Bach, Puccini, Moulin Rogue, and more! About Branden & James Website | Facebook | Instagram | Video BRANDEN & JAMES bring the soulful timbre of James on his cello combined with Branden’s emotional and powerful vocals, creating a sound that leaves audiences feeling moved and inspired. They have “become a brand-name in the classical-crossover music world alongside the likes of Josh Groban, The Piano Guys, and Jackie Evancho”. The Bay Area Reporter”Hardly a supporting player, but, rather, a true co-creator and co-star” (Robert Windeler, NY Times Music Correspondent) Australian cellist James, began creating arrangements of familiar tunes that make you listen as you’ve never heard them before. Branden, a former finalist on America’s Got Talent & resident tenor at The Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and Los Angeles Opera; recently penned a memoir entitled, Lyrics of My Life which entered Amazon Books new releases at #9. It was published by Simon & Schuster in September, 2020.Since forming a duo, they’ve been touring around the world with their innovative, classically inspired pop songs, and their undeniable charm and wit. In 2021-2022, they will launch a 60-city US tour called The Chasing Dreams Tour to promote their recently released debut album aptly named Chasing Dreams. Shortly after its release, BRANDEN & JAMES were named best unsigned artists in North America by Music Connection magazine. In 2021, BRANDEN & JAMES released their first Christmas Album, “A Christmas Gift” which they recently recorded in Mexico.
Hocus Pocus (1993) Film Screening
Kick off Halloween the right way with Disney’s classic Hocus Pocus on the big screen! Complete with snacks, crafts, and more! PARTY WITH US IN COSTUME! It’s your time to shine… arrive in your best Halloween costume! About Hocus Pocus (1993) Website | Rated PG A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.Hocus Pocus is a 1993 American fantasy horror comedy film directed by Kenny Ortega, starring Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker; written by Neil Cuthbert and Mick Garris, and based on a story by Garris and David Kirschner. It follows a villainous trio of witches, who are inadvertently resurrected by a teenage boy in Salem, Massachusetts.
Close to You: Music of the Carpenters – Matinee
The longest running Carpenters’ tribute in North America is beginning their 12 Year-Anniversary Tour! About Close to You Website | Facebook | Video Considered one of the best vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter captured the attention of a generation with her unabashedly catchy pop music. The Carpenters’ beautiful, memorable love songs topped the Billboard charts with more than a dozen number one hits. Now singer Lisa Rock and her 6-piece band are bringing the music of The Carpenters back to the stage with their spot-on renditions of Carpenters classics with Close to You: The Music of The Carpenters. Lisa Rock has been performing to sold-out crowds for years. She’s written more than 15 original concerts and cabarets that have been seen across the country. Now, Rock has arranged a 6-piece band, complete with back-up singers, and together they are dedicated to creating a Carpenters experience like no other. Rock’s amazing four octave range allows her to sing the hits like “We’ve Only Just Begun” and “Rainy Days and Mondays” in their original key, keeping the songs genuine and more recognizable for the audience. “When she hits the lower range of her marvelous voice,” notes critic Alan Bresloff, “if you close your eyes, you can see Karen Carpenter’s face.”
Raise Your Hands CT – A Tribute to Bon Jovi
In the tradition of one of the greatest American rock bands of all time… Rocking the songs of Bon Jovi you know and love! About Raise Your Hands CT Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube RAISE YOUR HANDS is the definitive Bon Jovi tribute act, faithfully representing the music, energy & spirit of the original! RYH formed in 2018, the same year BON JOVI was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Covering both the hits and deep catalog tracks, this 5-piece professional band has quickly become one of the Northeast’s top tribute acts.
The Reagan Years – The East Coast’s Original 80s Tribute Band
The East Coast’s Original 80s tribute band. The Reagan Years pioneered the 80’s multi-genre tribute. About The Reagan Years Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube The Reagan Years is the East Coast’s Original 80’s tribute band. Talented musicians performing 80’s Pop, 80’s Rock, 80’s New Wave and 80’s Heavy Metal greatest hits of the M-TV Era. Every song was a massive hit and you will sing along to every song! Formed in 1996, The Reagan Years has delighted hundreds of sold out crowds throughout the Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Delaware, West Virginia and DC area. The groups has also performed corporate events as far away as Hawaii along with foreign countries such as Germany, Spain, Mexico, Jamaica and Republic of Panama. Whether you see the group in a nightclub, festival, or need a band for your private event, corporate gala or wedding reception, The Reagan Years is the life of the party! The Reagan Years is an amazing 1980s tribute band that plays your favorite 1980s hits!
The Avalons: Rock & Roll Oldies Sensation
Through music, comedy and crazy antics, the audience will be swept away on a memorable journey through the 50’s, 60’s and early 70’s. It’s fun entertainment the whole family can enjoy. About the Avalons Website | Facebook | YouTube The Avalons (formerly Sh-Boom) had its birth in 1987 when two fellow broadcasters at an oldies station had a conversation about a show they had promoted the night before. They compared notes about the bands, plays, and stage shows they had been involved in through the years and decided they could produce a great show. And 50’s and 60’s Rock ‘n’ Roll was one of their passions. They met a local musician who produced custom show tracks for singers and theatre groups. The track music could create the sound of the original artists and provide the full orchestral sound associated with many of the hits of the 50’s and 60’s with a quality far superior to the usual karaoke or performance tracks. They decided that they wanted to be a show with all the entertainment elements…costumes, choreography, audience participation and wacky humor, instead of just another band that played oldies. Two additional members were added to help recreate all the great sounds of the great oldies artists. A wacky comedy style evolved along with the music…and their great 4 part harmonies were complemented with one zany bit after another.
Christine Havrilla & Gypsy Fuzz
Award-winning Philadelphia native Christine Havrilla brings her “well-built, catchy, smart tunes” (Upstage Magazine) to audiences everywhere, touring nationally solo and also with the support of her band, Gypsy Fuzz. About: Christine Havrilla Website | Youtube | Facebook Award-winning Philadelphia native Christine Havrilla brings her “well-built, catchy, smart tunes” (Upstage Magazine) to audiences everywhere, touring solo and also with the support of her band, Gypsy Fuzz. Christine utilizes the soft gritty texture of her vocals to express warmth and honesty listeners quickly embrace as well as her aggressive, raw, trash-style guitar playing and looping.What’s Up Magazine exclaims, “Christine breaks out the gasoline and sets fire to the typical Roots/Folk genre with blazing guitars.” Ed Kiggins of inD Round raves, “Christine is one of the hardest working women in music. With her child prodigy-come-of-age guitar virtuosity, a supremely passionate and emotive voice, and an arsenal of wonder songs that have endeared her to a loving and devoted audience, she is in a class all of her own…we simply call her brilliant!” 2020 brought the difficulty of Covid and a cancer diagnosis, but, Christine pressed on with many virtual opportunities which included WHYY picking up the band’s quarantine video of “Desire” for their House Concert Series 2020 while WXPN’s The Key (August 2020) raved about the same video saying, “The song is a jagged rocker reminiscent of Sheryl Crow and Bonnie Raitt!”