For its 2025 season, Windber’s Arcadia Theater is gearing up to present a schedule that will keep patrons entertained throughout the year. Read More Entertainment
WINDBER, Pa. – For its 2025 season, Windber’s Arcadia Theater is gearing up to present a schedule that will keep patrons entertained throughout the year.
“We want to bring entertainment that people want to come and see, and we want to present quality entertainment at a reasonable price,” said Jerry Ledney, the executive director of the theater, located at 1418 Graham Ave., Windber.
“We feel this is a strong season that will appeal to everybody. From the response that we’ve gotten back from patrons, they are very excited for this season, and we’ve been selling a lot of tickets to future shows already.”
‘Broad appeal’
• The season will kick off Feb. 22 with Idol Kings – Tribute to Journey and REO Speedwagon.
The Idol Kings perform tributes to two of classic rock’s most iconic bands, recreating favorite songs, complete with costume changes. Playing top venues from Indiana to New Jersey and Maine to Georgia, the band consistently performs in front of crowds up to 10,000 strong.
“We had them here two years ago, and it was a popular show,” Ledney said. “We try to do shows for all ages, and this is a show that has broad appeal. It’s a good show to kick off the season with because it’s high-energy and people are ready for that.”
Tickets are $40, $36 and $32.
Yacht rock
• AM Gold Yacht Rock – No. 1 Hits of the late ’70s and early ’80s will be presented March 22. The New York City-based tribute band performs hits by adult contemporary artists such as Hall & Oates, Steely Dan, Huey Lewis, Christopher Cross and Lionel Richie.
Much of this music has recently experienced a revival.
It’s known to many as yacht rock, with its adult contemporary pop and jazz rock sound.
“One of the board members brought this to our attention, and the live band will be doing some of the bigger hits of the ’70s and ’80s era,” Ledney said. “I did research on it, and it’s a very popular type of music right now.”
Tickets are $48, $44 and $40.
‘Like the movie’
• On April 26, “Grease” in Concert will be presented.
The live musical stage show pays tribute to the movie “Grease” and the music of the 1950s and 1960s. The Canadian production features singers, actors, dancers and comedians who present a portrayal of “Grease” and that legendary era.
“This is a new show for us with the music of ‘Grease,’ ” Ledney said. “The people on stage banter between the music, so it’s a little bit like the movie. This is music that people grew up with.”
Tickets are $52, $48 and $44.
Frequent favorite
• On May 17, ABBA Mania will entertain. The Canadian-produced rock musical takes audiences back to the disco era with one of the best pop bands in history.
ABBA Mania, which performs in Canada, the United States and internationally, presents 21 of ABBA’s hits complete with costume changes, choreography, a live band, backup singers and big studio sound.
“This is probably one of the most popular shows at the theater,” Ledney said. “We’ve had them here at least three times, and we always sell out. I think people would come to see them every month if we had them – that’s how good the show is. It’s wonderful with high energy.”
Tickets are $50, $46 and $42.
‘First-class show’
• Night Fever – Music of the Bee Gees will be presented June 28.
Night Fever takes audiences back to the sounds and the look of one of the greatest pop bands in history. The band’s musical journey covers five decades and more than 30 songs, and it performs all of the hits, from the early years to the disco era.
“This is another popular show that people love to see come back to,” Ledney said. “This is another one of those bands that people grew up with, and this group puts on a first-class show.”
Tickets are $50, $46 and $42.
‘Ready for the beach’
• Beach Party Boys – Music of the Beach Boys will entertain July 26.
The band brings a fast-paced and interactive show while reproducing the musical instrumentation, authentic look and harmony of the Beach Boys.
Audiences will be able to sing along to favorite tunes such as “Barbara Ann,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “Surfin’ USA,” “Fun Fun Fun,” “Little Deuce Coupe” and “Good Vibrations.”
“In July, everybody is ready for the beach, and we thought this would be the perfect time to have a beach-themed show,” Ledney said. “This will be a fun show. We had these folks here before and they are just a great professional band, and they put on a wonderful show.”
Tickets are $50, $46 and $42.
Fleetwood Mac music
• On Aug. 23, Fleetwood Mac Mania will be presented.
Fleetwood Mac Mania has earned the reputation of being the most authentic-sounding Fleetwood Mac tribute band in North America, and has played for audiences of up to 18,000 people.
Each veteran player helps recreate with accuracy the look and feel of Fleetwood Mac, capturing the harmonies and front-line chemistry with passion and commitment.
“If you like Fleetwood Mac, you are going to love this show,” Ledney said. “They have the music nailed.”
Tickets are $50, $46 and $42.
Early rock ’n’ roll
• Rave On – Music of Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison will entertain Sept. 20.
The three-piece band from New Jersey, which was formed in 2009, focuses on early rock ’n’ roll music that paved the way for the genre and influenced The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen.
Audiences will hear classic hits such as “Pretty Woman,” “That’ll Be the Day,” “Peggy Sue,” “Crying,” “Only the Lonely” and “Not Fade Away.”
“They are a three-piece band that rocks,” Ledney said.
“It’s amazing what three musicians can put together on that stage.”
Tickets are $38, $34 and $30.
‘All-new show’
• On Oct. 25, Hotel California – Tribute to the Eagles will be presented.
For more than three decades, Hotel California has been recreating the legendary sound of the Eagles and thrilling audiences all over the world.
With lead vocal similarity, accurate instrumental work and soaring harmonies, Hotel California has become the industry-leading substitute for The Eagles, playing to large outdoor and arena audiences and sharing bills with some of rock’s legends.
“This is a new band and an all-new show for us,” Ledney said. “So many people wanted to have the music of the Eagles back because it’s very popular.”
Tickets are $50, $46 and $42.
‘Rock ’n’ roll Christmas’
• Twelve Twenty-Four – Music of the Trans Siberian Orchestra will entertain Nov. 15.
Established in 2002, the group presents a high-energy, full-scale holiday rock orchestra concert, featuring favorite rock-edge holiday music as well as its own holiday creations.
Twelve Twenty-Four includes a six-piece rock band, a multi-piece string section and a variety of vocalists who deliver a theatrical and memorable Christmas concert experience suitable for fans of all ages.
“We know how popular a Trans Siberian Orchestra show is, so we wanted to bring this new group to the theater,” Ledney said. “They do some of TSO’s music and they also do some of their own music. It’s going to be a high-energy, rock ’n’ roll Christmas show.”
Tickets are $50, $46 and $42.
‘Cap off the season’
• The season will conclude Dec. 13 with Tapestry – Carole King Songbook.
Starring Suzanne O. Davis, Tapestry is the premier musical tribute to King.
With impeccable attention to detail, the show recreates the sound and vibe of a 1970s King concert experience following her legendary album, “Tapestry.”
“This also is a new show for us, and is something for all ages,” Ledney said. “She (Suzanne O. Davis) does everything wonderfully, so we thought it would be nice to bring into the theater something a little bit different that’s a change of pace. This is a good show to cap off the season.”
Tickets are $52, $48 and $44.
All shows will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Gift certificates are available for all shows.
Box office hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays.
To order tickets, call 814-467-9070 or visit www.arcadiawindber.com.
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