Close to You: Music of the Carpenters
The longest-running Carpenters’ tribute in North America! 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.”
Extra Hour: Comedy Hour! Stand-Up Comedy
Five comedians. One extra hour. Endless laughs before the clocks roll back. As daylight saving time ends and we gain an extra hour, we’re cashing it in for comedy gold! Join us for The Extra Hour Comedy Power Hour — a fast-paced, laugh-packed showcase featuring five hilarious comedians delivering their sharpest sets before the clocks fall back! Headliner: Coleman GreenWebsite | YoutubeColeman Green who’s known in the Philadelphia comedy scene has quickly increased his comic opportunities nationally and internationally. He’s a stand-up comedian, actor, writer and producer of his own animation series. His ability to make you laugh is certainly a talent that can not be taught. One of the fan favorites is Coleman’s portrayal of a pink pixel in the Optimum iO Pixels television commercial. Feature: Gene NorrisFacebook | Youtube |Gene Norris brings a dynamic energy to the stage with a style that spectators will mimic long after his performance. “Laughter is contagious, pass it on”. Feature: Lon KiefferWebsite | YoutubeLon Kieffer, RN, MBA, NHA, “retired” as a professional comedian in 1986… and “let humor work” as he became a widely respected expert on Caregiver Leadership in the Senior Living Industry! Now he and a team of personally chosen professional Comics are “EnterTraining” the “55+ Community” with Clean Stand Up Comedy! 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.
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. About Charlie & the Cooltones Facebook | Youtube Charlie and the Cooltones have been performing throughout Delaware and Maryland since 2012. They’ve cultivated a devoted following who love their diverse repertoire and unparalleled passion for playing. Whether its classic rock, funk, blues, swing, country or soul, the Cooltones make every song their own. Doing approximately forty shows a season they’re bound to be performing near you sometime soon!
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: Tracy LockeFacebook | 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.
Separate Ways… The Ultimate Tribute to Journey
This is the closest you’ll get to see the early-mid 80’s line-up of Journey live, ever. An accurate portrayal of the Steve Perry era is duplicated in every way! About Separate Ways Website | Facebook | Video Have you ever wished you could have the authentic Journey experience in the days of the masterful voice of Steve Perry and the supreme musicianship and chemistry of Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory and Steve Smith? Are you ready to be taken on a Journey like never before? Now is your chance! Separate Ways the Band, the Ultimate Tribute to the music of Journey, truly defies description, featuring Danny Gagliano, Michael Corsaro, Mick Loro, Paul Michael and Robert DiRocco, five amazing musicians recreating the music of Journey.This is the closest you’ll get to see the early-mid 80’s line-up of Journey live, ever. An accurate portrayal of the Steve Perry era is duplicated in every way. Experience all of the subtle nuances, inflections, harmonies and visual gratifications of seeing the original Journey show. Separate Ways the Band brings the highest level of musicianship to the audience while showing a true respect for the music of Journey. An evening with Separate Ways the Band is truly an “unforgettable” experience, which is why they are “the next best thing to Journey!”Don’t miss the Ultimate Tribute to the music of Journey with Separate Ways the Band!
The Grateful Allman Band Experience
Featuring an all-star lineup of some of the best mid-Atlantic regional band players from Danger Bird, Montgomery Warlocks, and The Crimestoppers; The Grateful Allman Band Experience celebrates the music of the Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers, and The Band. About Grateful Allman Band Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram Bringing the spirit of the legendary Watkins Glen Summer Jam to life, the Grateful Allman Band has been electrifying audiences across the Mid-Atlantic for over a decade. More than just a tribute, we capture the essence of the era with passionate performances of the iconic sounds of The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers Band, and The Band—plus a few surprises along the way! While we may not replicate every costume change, we deliver an authentic, high-energy experience that pays homage to the music and memories of a generation. Get ready for a night of nostalgia, groove, and timeless rock ‘n’ roll!
ZOSO: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
Step back in time with Zoso, the ultimate Led Zeppelin experience, as they celebrate 30 years of resurrecting the raw energy and visual spectacle of rock’s greatest legends. Hailed by the L.A. Times as “head and shoulders above all other tributes,” their meticulously crafted live show captures every note and nuance with an authenticity that defies belief. Join the millions of fans who have witnessed this magic across 4,800 shows and discover why Zoso remains the undisputed gold standard of the tribute world. About ZOSO Website | Facebook | Video Celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2025, Zoso has become one of the most iconic and respected Led Zeppelin tribute experiences in the world, having played over 4,800 shows across the globe. Known for their unparalleled dedication to faithfully recreating the legendary band’s live performances, Zoso has earned accolades from both critics and fans alike. Zoso’s live performances focus on the raw energy and intricate musicality of Led Zeppelin’s best-known hits and deeper tracks, with a particular emphasis on recreating their live show experience. The band’s commitment to authenticity has earned them praise from major outlets, with the LA Times calling them “head and shoulders above all other Led Zeppelin tributes,” and the St. Petersburg Times describing them as “the most exacting of all the Led Zeppelin tributes.”
Kategory 5 – The Music Of Yes, Styx, Rush, Boston, and Kansas!
Performing the Most Challenging Music from the Classic Rock Era! Playing the music of Yes, Styx, Rush, Boston, and Kansas! About Kategory 5 Website | Facebook | YouTube Kategory 5 are a classic rock band covering the best of rock, blues, R&B and pop music from the 1970s (give or take a decade). With female and male lead vocals, keyboards and dual lead guitarists, killer bass and drums, Kategory 5 are able to perform the most challenging music from the classic rock era. Kategory 5 are a 6 pc rock group who play an amazing variety of classic and progressive rock and pop from the 70’s and 80’s as well as newly written original songs. Formed in 2014 as a 5 pc with Kat, John, Al, Kyle and Chris they quickly realized they needed another guitar player to fill out the complex array of cover songs being played and in 2015 Brian joined the band. Entering and winning the Houseband contest for WMGK 102.9FM Philadelphia in the summer of 2016 quickly catapulted them into the spotlight where they were featured in many of the radio station’s big events culminating in their appearance at the BB&T Pavilion in Camden, NJ opening for Joan Jett and Boston. That gig is what ultimately led them to writing and recording their own music. Another big opportunity came with opening for Taylor Dayne and Eddie Money in the summer of 2017 sponsored by Wilmington, DE radio station WJBR 99.5FM. In the early winter of 2017 they started writing songs to be recorded with a release date of November 2018 and this is where the Kategory 5 story is now, writing and recording for their CD release date of November this year. During this time Kategory 5 is performing live shows playing cover songs with original material sprinkled in as each new song comes to life. Their detailed musicianship and dynamic 3 and 4 part harmonies with both male and female lead vocals, layered guitars and keyboards, bring an exacting quality to every performance that you will want to hear again and again.