SHOWSTOPPERS: Broadway Cabaret – MATINEE
Step into the spotlight and experience an unforgettable evening of musical magic at the Milton Theatre! Showstoppers: Broadway Cabaret is a dazzling celebration of the greatest hits from Broadway’s most iconic shows. Featuring an all-star lineup of vocal talent, this cabaret-style performance will bring to life the songs that have stopped shows and captured hearts on stages from New York to the West End. From powerful ballads to high-energy ensemble numbers, this evening promises to deliver all the drama, passion, and spectacle that make Broadway unforgettable. Whether you’re a lifelong theatre fan or just looking for a night of outstanding entertainment, Showstoppers is guaranteed to leave you singing along and applauding for more!
Rhythms & Riffs: Winter Blues & Rock Fest
Get ready for a night where soul-drenched blues collide with electrifying rock! Two powerhouse bands take the stage back-to-back at the Milton Theatre. Featuring local favorites Barrelhouse & Charlie & the Cooltones About Barrelhouse Website | Facebook | Youtube Barrelhouse was formed in October of 2007. Since then they have been playing locations throughout the Delmarva region. They have worked hard to build a large following that “Digs” their particular brand of blues. Club & Festival goers alike, agree, that their music is high energy and up in your grille. The boys have opened for numerous well known national blues acts such as, Victor Wainwright, John Primer, Bob Margolin, Ray Fuller, Moreland & Arbuckle, Albert Castiglia, The Night Hawks, and others. You can find Barrelhouse more and more in the lineup of festivals and major blues locations in the region. About Charlie & the Cooltones Facebook | YoutubeWe’re Charlie & the CoolTones. We’ve been playing around the Lower Delaware/Maryland area for years and are looking to expand our venues and locations in Delaware and Maryland. Charlie & the CoolTones play an eclectic mix of music.
March Comedy Madness: Stand-Up Comedy Special
“Where punchlines go head-to-head for the ultimate laugh championship!” March Comedy Madness is here—where the thrill of March Madness meets the hilarity of stand-up! Forget brackets and buzzer-beaters, this is a full-court press of laughter as some of the sharpest comedians take the stage to battle it out for the biggest laughs. Get ready for slam-dunk punchlines, fast-break jokes, and a night of non-stop hilarity that will have you cheering louder than the Final Four. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan or just here for the laughs, this comedy tournament is guaranteed to be a championship experience. Headliner: Jerrold BenfordWebsite | Facebook | InstagramWelcome To The Idiocy That Is JerroldB Yessss! Wildin’ over here! I decided to create an entity that comprised all things that are me. From jokes, funny sketches, photography (enthusiast), graphic design, web design and various other endeavors – if I do it…it’s here.I’ve spent the last 15 years perfecting my style of stand up comedy. I’m either rocking a pre-written set or freestyin’ praying that it works. Some times it does and other times, well, I grab my dough and bounce quickly, lol. Feature: Gina Dee Website | Facebook | Instagram Gina is a comedic improvisor and stand up comedian with over 20 yrs experience in improv. Facilitates workshops for corporate and private events. The audience enjoys her fun filled spirit and energy. 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!
April Fools Festival: Showers of Laughter
Get ready to laugh your way through the season with the April Fools Festival: Showers of Laughter! This comedy showcase brings together some of the region’s funniest stand-up comedians for a night of outrageous humor, clever punchlines, and spontaneous fun that will leave you in stitches. From sharp observational wit to side-splitting stories about everyday life, this show promises a refreshing downpour of comedy that will wash away your springtime blues! Headliner: Tracey LockFacebook | Instagram Take the all American girl next door, add a pinch of devilish charm, a dash of sports fanatic, some raw charisma, sprinkle in kooky, eclectic characters set on high speed and POW! The perfect recipe for comedy. Born and raised on the mean streets of Philadelphia (OK, it was actually a suburb). Tracy has lived anything but a normal suburban life. From exploring the jungles of Thailand and Cambodia, to tackling a 250 lb running back in the WNFL, this little spitfire will strap you into the front seat of her roller-coaster life for a hilarious ride you won’t soon forget as she shares her insights on sports, dating adventures and growing up All-American. Feature: Dave EvansFacebook | InstagramLocal, Cherry Hill, NJ CPA takes turn for the funny and becomes a stand up comic. No Joke! 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.
Get Poison’d – Tribute to Poison
From the music, to the look, to the stage antics of the legendary Poison, this band will have you on your feet all night and screaming for more! Get Poison’d is dedicated to recreating the experience of seeing and hearing one of the greatest Glam Rock bands the world has ever known. Get to a show and Get Poison’d today! About Get Poison’d Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram HOW WE GOT POISON’DGrowing up, Get Poison’d founder, Chaz Spataro was a huge Poison fan. As a lifelong musician, he has always had a ton of respect for the outstanding song writing and stage performances of Bret Michaels. One night at a local venue, he covered a few Poison songs and had a group of people tell him that he sounded a lot like Bret. That’s all he needed to hear! Being a drummer, it was completely outside the box to take on a tribute to one of the best front men and stage performers Rock & Roll had ever seen. But his hard work and determination has lead to one of the best tributes in the country. This band is simply the most realistic Poison tribute you will ever see or hear. Their performance is an amazing trip back to the Pop and Glam Metal era that should not be missed. From their high energy performance to their authentic sound and vocals, you will be amazed at their extraordinary tribute to Poison.
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.”
Lost Angeles – The Ultimate 80’s Arena ROCK Tribute!
The Ultimate 80’s Arena Rock Experience About Lost Angeles Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram Are you ready to embark on a journey back to the electrifying era of big hair, neon lights, and epic rock anthems? Look no further than Lost Angeles – The Ultimate 80’s Arena Tribute! This powerhouse band is here to transport you to the golden age of music, capturing the essence and excitement of the 1980s like no other. Hailing from the heart of the entertainment industry, Lost Angeles was formed by a group of highly talented and passionate musicians who share an insatiable love for the iconic sounds of the 80s. Their mission is simple: to bring the magic of that unforgettable decade to life, breathing new energy into the classics that defined a generation.
Fleetwood Macked: The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
One of rock’s most successful hit-making machines Fleetwood Mac’s performance history comes to life with this visually and sonically uncanny tribute… About Fleetwood Macked Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube Fleetwood Macked is a New York based Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band. Hailed as the most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute band in the U.S., much of the realism comes from the bands history. Husband and wife musical team Hillary and Michael (Stevie and Lindsey ) and friends Cecile “Cc Keyz”, Jay and Phil (Christine, John and Mick), that have made great music together in various incarnations finally all came together with their mutual love of Fleetwood Mac. All the members of Fleetwood Macked are and have always been professional, touring Rock musicians, which also adds to the authenticity of the sound of the band. Fleetwood Macked live brings the passion, depth, heart and the musicianship Fleetwood Mac’s music requires. Whether performing the Rumours album in it’s entirety or a decades show featuring Fleetwood Mac’s hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today, every performance transports audiences to another time and place. Complete with costume changes, dialogue and video backdrops it a show not to be missed.
The Devil’s Brigade (Formerly: The American Rogues)
FORMERLY THE AMERICAN ROGUES THE DEVIL’S BRIGADE, formally known as the First Special Service Force, was a highly decorated Canadian/American commando unit in WWII. Their legendary heroism struck fear into the hearts of Nazis and their legacy can be traced directly to the Canadian Special Operations Regiment and Green Berets. The American Rogues have long supported Veterans and by becoming THE DEVIL’S BRIGADE we seek to not only honour those who serve but also reflect our own Canadian/American identity. About The Devil’s Brigade Website | Facebook | Video Drawing favourable comparisons to Wolfstone, Afro Celt Sound System, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra and consistently providing performances from Grade 1 bagpipers and other world class musicians this high-energy Canadian/American group has electrified audiences on three continents for years. They have expanded their ever-growing family of fans at music festivals, theatres, military bases, weddings, memorial ceremonies, corporate events, and more. This has even included shows with world-renowned violinist/composers Lindsey Stirling and Alison Krauss, as well as airplay on TV and radio, and shows at non-Celtic venues such as the World Music Festival in Quebec where they have both kicked off and closed the 6 day event to widespread acclaim (they’ve been asked to play this festival 10 years in a row and counting). In 2021 they charted at #12 in the world for their rendition of “The Boondock Saints Theme”, and #3 and #7 in North America for their “Boondock Saints Theme” and “The Gael from Last of the Mohicans”. In 2017 they became the St. Paddy’s Band of Rogers radio stations nationwide when they recorded Celtic versions of contemporary songs for airplay, 2018 saw them appear at festivals in Scotland (including their appearance as the first international act at the Cowal Highland Gathering, one of the largest Celtic events in the world), and 2019 saw them headline in Abu Dhabi and at the Greg Frewin Theatre in Niagara Falls, and sell out the Harbourfront Centre Theatre in Toronto with Japanese taiko group, Nagata Shachu. Renowned for their musical skill, quick wit, compelling storytelling, and engaging stage show THE DEVIL’S BRIGADE have mastered the art of creating an immediate connection with audiences. They are known for their epic, multi-instrumental sound that crosses the musical landscape to include jigs, reels, hornpipes, ballads, originals, covers, soundtracks, patriotic and military music, Irish foot-stompers and more. The DEVIL’S BRIGADE are fast becoming a household name with music lovers around the world, loved by young and old of all backgrounds.
Angry Young Band – Billy Joel Tribute – MATINEE
The Ultimate Seventies Concert Experience! Angry Young Band: The Billy Joel Tribute brings a Madison Square Garden’s worth of your favorite songs to the Milton Theatre! About Angry Young Band Website | Facebook | Instagram | YoutubeAngry Young Band is a Philadelphia-based Billy Joel tribute performing energetic renditions of classic songs and fan favorites.Angry Young Band is a seven-piece high-energy band covering the Billy Joel catalog from Cold Spring Harbor through River of Dreams. Our shows mix deep cuts and fan favorites with everyone’s favorite chart-topping hits and classic songs.