Illumination, maker of “Despicable Me,“ “Sing” and “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” has built its animation empire by mostly staying close to a child-like outlook. Illumination’s in-house mascots, the Minions, are basically themselves careening toddlers. But the studio’s ...
WHEELING — Big laughs return to the Comedy Club at Wheeling Island with two great comedians tonight, Friday, Dec. 22. The headliner for the night will be Bil Benden, and the feature comedian will be Tracie Jayne. Doors open at 7 p.m., and show time is 8 p.m. General admission is $10. The Comedy Club is located inside the casino showroom at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack. For more information, visit www.wheelingisland.com.
PITTSBURGH — Back by popular demand, last year’s holiday hit becomes your newest yuletide tradition as Ralphie Parker and company make their triumphant return to the O’Reilly Theater stage, as Pittsburgh Public Theater presents “A Christmas Story: The Play.” The amazing memories and moments made famous by the movie, from disastrous family meals — to sticky situations in the schoolyard — to fateful and funny visits to Santaland come to life, sparking nostalgia for ages 9 to 99. This production is not just a Christmas story, it’s our Christmas story. Final shows are at ...
Friday, December 22 - Chuck Lucas, 19th Hole, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. - The Elderly Brothers, Hickman Lounge at Oglebay’s Wilson Lodge, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. - Jason Treuman, West Sports Bar, Wheeling, 7-10 p.m. - Two of Us, Prima Marina, Moundsville, 7-10 p.m. - Gage Joseph, Vue 42, Wheeling, 7-10 p.m. - Twice as Nice, El Gran Patron, Wheeling, 7-10 p.m. - Rosezella & The Visions, Luna Bleu Lounge at Le Chateau Pier, Smithfield, 7-10 p.m. - DJ Bruno B, Blue Moon Tavern Ugly Sweater Party, Barnesville, 9 p.m. to midnight. - Winter Wonderjam hosted by Adrian Niles, Mark Gorby, ...
WHEELING — Peanuts’ timeless holiday television special comes to life on stage with the national tour of “A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage,” skating into The Capitol Theatre on Tuesday, Dec. 19. The critically acclaimed holiday celebration that the whole family can enjoy brings ...
WHEELING — Get ready for an evening of holiday cheer as the Bridge & Tunnel Collective proudly presents the return of “A Very Bridge & Tunnel Christmas” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16. This family-friendly holiday variety show will be held at Oglebay Institute’s Towngate Theatre, promising an evening of holiday music and community spirit. This year’s lineup will feature several talented local musicians, including Mr. Fancy Pants, The Pussyfooters, Chelsey Keding, Ananga Martin and Matt Smith, Rosezella and the Visions, Casket Candy and Weird Lightning. “The Wheeling ...
