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The Jedi Comic: Interview with Brian Posehn

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The comedian talks Star Wars, metal, fighting against the dark side of comedy & more!

By Ben Youngerman, ArtsQuest Marketing Manager

Like all three installments of three movies in the Star Wars saga, self-described nerd and comedian Brian Posehn returns to the Musikfest Cafe presented by Yuengling for a third time (or “Episode”) this fall.

Much like an Obi-Wan Kenobi or elder Luke Skywalker, the 53-year-old comic is wiser (and funnier) than ever after a career on the stage and TV shows such as Mr. Show, The Sarah Silverman Program, The Big Bang Theory, New Girl, Just Shoot Me and many more.

Before Posehn uses his Jedi mind tricks to make you laugh on November 7, we spoke to the comedian about his past, his future and the heavy metal he likes to blast in his X-wing Starfighter.

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ArtsQuest: We know you’re a busy guy, what are you working on right now?

Brian Posehn: The comedy that the people will be seeing is all-new and I’m working towards doing a special by the end of the year. It’s an hour of comedy that I really love and I’ve been working really hard on it. I’m still having fun with it and I don’t hate the jokes yet which is great! When you like the things coming out of your mouth that’s a plus.

Are you still hitting on fan-favorite topics like your nerdiness, Star Wars, metal music and such?

A little bit, it’s always going to be there. This one’s more an answer to some of the comedians I’ve been seeing from other guys my age. It’s me kind of addressing the old white guy thing and my view on it and going the opposite way of some other comics that I’ve seen who have gotten really angry with young people. Guys who didn’t used to be real aggressive have gone this other way. I’m going kinder and cuddlier. I’m still metal and I’m a giant nerd, but my jokes are coming from a different place.

You’re a huge Star Wars fan. Are you looking forward to the end of this saga?

I am! That’s the other thing. I’m such a contrarian as I see people crapping on the new movies. I’m notorious for hating the prequels. Back when the prequels came out I was a giant nerd so I got rid of all my figures. I hated it so much I took Star Wars out of my life basically.

Then I had a kid and the movies got good again and now I like them a lot more. The last couple haven’t been perfect but nerds are gonna pick it apart no matter what happens. I’m just hoping it’s just a nice wrapup of the nine. The trailer was fantastic. I watched it three times with my kid yesterday. I’m excited.

That’s the thing. I look at these movies now through different eyes. I go with him. You know, I love Aquaman! (laughs) You know it’s not a perfect movie, but when you’re watching it with a 10 year-old who’s enjoying every minute of it, it’s harder to pick it apart like you’re going with your nerd buddies at ten o’clock at night.

Do you think Rey is going to turn to the dark side?

Uh, no. I’m the guy who thinks that’s just to get people excited. It’s probably going to be a dream or something like that.

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As a big metalhead, what bands are you listening to now?

There’s not a ton of new bands that I’m into. All the stuff I like, even that’s new to me like He Is Legend had been around for like 15 years. I just got into them over the last year or two. There’s nothing brand new that I’m really into. I like Power Trip. They’re working on their third record, I think. As far as new stuff, I love the latest Amon Amarth. I love new Death Angel. Then Sacred Reich who I’ve like for 30 years. Their new record just came out and it’s killer. I like when bands that I’ve been into since my 20s put out stuff and it’s solid.

I wanted to tell you that I finished a new record for Megaforce Records. It’s a comedy metal record.

Oh, heck yeah!

It’s like the stuff I’ve done on my records before where I’ve done a couple of songs with Scott Ian (of Anthrax). We worked with the same producer, this guy Jay Ruston whose done a bunch of stuff with Steel Panther and Anthrax. He’s got a pretty impressive resume. Brendon Small from Metalocalypse, he wrote some music with me. My buddy Joe Trohman from Fall Out Boy, he and I wrote some stuff together.

Then there’s all of these crazy guitar players! Everybody from thrash bands from the 80s that I’m into like Gary Holt (Slayer, Exodus), Alex Skolnick (Testament). Kim Thayil from Soundgarden – he’s not thrash metal but he’s a badass. Phil Demmel from Machine Head. It’s crazy all of the people we have on it.

Amazing. When’s that coming out?

We don’t have the release day yet. We’re doing the cover art now. As soon as we deliver the record then we’ll get our date. I’m guessing four to five months from now.

What do you think about the popularization of nerd culture? It wasn’t always so mainstream.

Again, positive old grandpa. I’m not the grouchy old man. I think it’s all good! You know the fact that kids aren’t put down for liking comic books or adults aren’t put down for liking comic books anymore. It’s cool. It’s the way it should have always been. It shouldn’t have been a point of ridicule because you enjoy this genre.

Any chance of the Mr. Show and W/ Bob & David crew getting back together to put another series together?

I think so at some point. Bob (Odenkirk) has to finish up with his Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. I think they’ll (Odenkirk and David Cross) go write in New York at some point and then I’ll hear about it. That’s the way it always works with them. They write sketches together and they tell whoever they want to work with at that time.

You’ve been on a bunch of TV shows. What’s been your favorite experience?

Aw, man, TV? Mr. Show and The Sarah Silverman Program are my favorites. But I love doing sitcoms, too. I have nothing but fun. People pick on The Big Bang Theory, or nerds do. I had a blast, I loved it. I love four camera. I love single camera, but I also grew up watching multicam. That’s such a fun, weird thing. As a performer, to get out, it’s close to standup. When I do single like The Sarah Silverman Program, we’re making the crew laugh, but not really, because you don’t want them to ruin the scene.

So it’s a different thing when you’re out there trying to crush, you know. The Big Bang audiences were insane because they love that show more than they love their children. Then because of Big Bang my mother-in-law thinks I’m funny now, so it’s a positive thing. But as a comedian or a writer it will always be Mr. Show and Sarah Silverman. I don’t think I’ll ever beat those shows because they were so my sensibility and what makes me laugh.

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Thanks for the time. We can’t wait to see you on November 7th! Anything else you’d like to let the audience know?

Uhhhh, no! (laughs) I mean there’s a reason I’m coming back because the last two were fun, so let’s go three in a row!

Brian Posehn
Thursday, November 7
Musikfest Cafe pres. by Yuengling

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Bands on the Big Screen! 7 Concert Films & Music Documentaries!

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By Ben Youngerman, ArtsQuest Marketing Manager

Some bands and musical artists are larger than life. Lucky for you, we have two big screens at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas to show their concerts and documentaries! You can see 7 concert documentaries about RUSH, Miles Davis, Roger Waters, Metallica and MORE at SteelStacks soon!

RUSH: Cinema Strangiato 2019 – 8/28 – buy tickets

The Holy Trinity of Rock returns to the big screen when the first “Annual Exercise in Fan Indulgence” Cinema Strangiato brings Rush fans together in movie theatres worldwide.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jow3-DVntj8

Asbury Park: Riot, Redemption, Rock ‘N Roll – 9/4 – buy tickets

“Asbury Park: Riot, Redemption, Rock n Roll” tells the story of the long troubled town of Asbury Park, and how the power of music can unite a divided community.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPMEJwFvZUY

Country Music: A Film By Ken Burns – 9/10 – FREE

Join us and PBS39 for a screening and panel discussion of the soon-to-be-released documentary series Country Music by renowned documentarian Ken Burns (Baseball, The Civil War).

Miles Davis: Birth Of The Cool – 9/22 – buy tickets

Featuring never-before-seen archival footage, studio outtakes, and rare photos, Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool tells the story of a truly singular talent and unpacks the man behind the horn.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34r017yYNa0

Roger Waters Us + Them – 10/2 & 10/6 – buy tickets

Roger Waters, co-founder, creative force and songwriter behind Pink Floyd, presents his highly anticipated film, Us + Them, featuring state-of-the-art visual production and breath-taking sound in this unmissable cinema event.

Metallica & San Francisco Symphony: S&M² – 10/9 – buy tickets

S&M2 is a must-see celebration of the 20th anniversary of Metallica’s groundbreaking S&M concerts and album recorded with the San Francisco Symphony. See them once again perform with the Symphony as legendary conductor Michael Tilson Thomas leads a portion of the show, kicking off his final season in San Francisco.

Desolation Center – 10/13 – buy tickets

Desolation Center is the story of a series of ground-breaking early 80s music concerts in the desert outside Los Angeles that were the inspiration for modern day behemoths Coachella, Burning Man and Lollapalooza. The film weaves interviews and rare performance footage of Sonic Youth, Minutemen, Meat Puppets, Swans, Perry Farrell and more.

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1. How to Enter. No purchase necessary. To enter the Sweepstakes complete the online form at http://fest.formstack.com/forms/daughtry_mandgsweepstakes_email by 11:59PM on Sunday, August 25, 2019. Limit one (1) entry per person. All eligible entries have an equal chance of winning. No automated entry devices and/or programs permitted. No mechanically reproduced entries, alterations, facsimiles or forged entries. All entries become the sole and exclusive property of ArtsQuest, N.A. (“Sponsor”) and receipt of entries will not be acknowledged or returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, illegible, stolen, incomplete, invalid, unintelligible, misdirected, postage due, technically corrupted or garbled entries, which will be disqualified, or for problems of any kind whether mechanical, human or electronic. Proof of submission will not be deemed to be proof of receipt by Sponsor.

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3. Random Drawing/Odds. One (1) winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries. The drawing will take place on or about August 26, 2019. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries. By entering the Sweepstakes, entrants fully and unconditionally agree to be bound by these Official Rules, including the release and waiver of liability contained herein, and the decisions of the judges, and Sponsor, which will be final and binding in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes.

4. Prizes. One (1) grand prize (“Grand Prize”): Two (2) Daughtry Meet & Greet with Photo Opportunity passes and two (2) tickets to Daughtry at the Yuengling Golden Pilsner Concert Series on Wednesday, August 28, 2019. Total approximate retail value (ARV) of prize package is $70. Prizes are non-transferable. No substitutions or cash redemptions. In the case of unavailability of any prize, Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize or portion thereof of equal or greater value. All federal, state and local taxes, meals, gratuities, travel upgrades, incidentals, fees, service charges, surcharges, insurance costs or other unspecified costs or expenses associated with use of the prize are the sole responsibility of winner and/or his or her travel companion. Prize may be subject to restrictions imposed by prize sponsors.

5. Notification. Winner will be notified by email or phone on or about the week following the Drawing and will be required to sign and return, where legal, an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release within seven (7) days of prize notification. If winner cannot be contacted within three (3) calendar days of first notification attempt, if any prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, if any winner rejects his/her prize, or in the event of noncompliance with these Sweepstakes Official Rules, such prize will be forfeited and an alternate winner will be selected from all remaining eligible entries. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given. Limit one winner and one prize.

6. Conditions; Waiver and Release. All federal, state and local taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Participation in Sweepstakes and acceptance of prize constitutes winner’s acknowledgement and acceptance of the Official Rules and winner’s permission for Sponsor to use his/her name, address (city and state), likeness, photograph, picture, portrait, voice, biographical information and/or any statements made by each winner regarding the Sweepstakes or Sponsor for advertising and promotional purposes without notice or additional compensation, except where prohibited by law. Prize awarded “as is” without any representation or warranty by Sponsor. Winner assumes all risks associated with use of the prize and participation in prize-related activities. Sponsor is not responsible if any scheduled event is delayed, postponed, or canceled for any reason. Accommodations subject to availability. Winner is solely responsible for observing and abiding by prize sponsors’ rules and regulations or terms and conditions for use of prize. By participating, entrants and winner agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers and directors, from any and all liability, loss, harm, damage, injury, cost or expense whatsoever including without limitation, property damage, personal injury and/or death arising from, relating to, or which may occur in connection with, preparation for, travel, or participation in the Sweepstakes, possession, acceptance and/or use or misuse of prize, or preparation for, travel to or from, and participation in any Sweepstakes-related activity, and for any claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy. Each entrant hereby agrees to indemnify Sponsor against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or resulting from and breach by entrant of these Official Rules. Entrants who do not comply with these Official Rules, or who attempt to interfere with this Sweepstakes in any way, shall be disqualified.

7. Additional Terms. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, extend or suspend this Sweepstakes should Sponsor determine, in its sole discretion, that fraud, mistake, or other causes beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor will select the winner from all eligible entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual it finds, in its sole discretion, to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may prohibit an entrant from participating in the Sweepstakes or winning a prize if, in its sole discretion, it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes by cheating, hacking, deception, or other unfair playing practices or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or Sponsor representatives.

CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

Valid email address required in order to win. By completing the sweepstakes entry form, you are agreeing to the official sweepstakes rules and the terms of our privacy policy. You will also be registered to receive email notices from ArtsQuest. Our goal is to provide you with important, valuable and timely updates about upcoming events and promotions. We will not sell your personal information. Also, you have the opportunity to unsubscribe at any time.

8. List of Winner. To obtain the name of the winning individual, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope by August 26, 2019 to: ArtsQuest / “Daughtry” Sweepstakes Winner, ATTN: Marketing Manager: Ben Youngerman, 25 W Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015.

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ArtsQuest “Daughtry Meet & Greet with Photo Opportunity and Tickets” Sweepstakes Official Rules

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. SWEEPSTAKES OPEN ONLY TO PERMANENT LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES, WHO ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

1. How to Enter. No purchase necessary. To enter the Sweepstakes complete the online form at http://fest.formstack.com/forms/daughtry_mandgsweepstakes_social by 11:59PM on Sunday, August 25, 2019. Limit one (1) entry per person. All eligible entries have an equal chance of winning. No automated entry devices and/or programs permitted. No mechanically reproduced entries, alterations, facsimiles or forged entries. All entries become the sole and exclusive property of ArtsQuest, N.A. (“Sponsor”) and receipt of entries will not be acknowledged or returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, illegible, stolen, incomplete, invalid, unintelligible, misdirected, postage due, technically corrupted or garbled entries, which will be disqualified, or for problems of any kind whether mechanical, human or electronic. Proof of submission will not be deemed to be proof of receipt by Sponsor.

2. Eligibility. Participation open only to permanent legal residents of the United States who are at least 18 years of age as of time of entry. Officers, directors, and employees of Sponsor, members of these persons’ immediate families (spouses, parents, children, and siblings, and their spouses regardless of where they reside), and persons living in the same households as these persons (whether or not related thereto) are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

3. Random Drawing/Odds. One (1) winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries. The drawing will take place on or about August 26, 2019. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries. By entering the Sweepstakes, entrants fully and unconditionally agree to be bound by these Official Rules, including the release and waiver of liability contained herein, and the decisions of the judges, and Sponsor, which will be final and binding in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes.

4. Prizes. One (1) grand prize (“Grand Prize”): Two (2) Daughtry Meet & Greet with Photo Opportunity passes and two (2) tickets to Daughtry at the Yuengling Golden Pilsner Concert Series on Wednesday, August 28, 2019. Total approximate retail value (ARV) of prize package is $70. Prizes are non-transferable. No substitutions or cash redemptions. In the case of unavailability of any prize, Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize or portion thereof of equal or greater value. All federal, state and local taxes, meals, gratuities, travel upgrades, incidentals, fees, service charges, surcharges, insurance costs or other unspecified costs or expenses associated with use of the prize are the sole responsibility of winner and/or his or her travel companion. Prize may be subject to restrictions imposed by prize sponsors.

5. Notification. Winner will be notified by email or phone on or about the week following the Drawing and will be required to sign and return, where legal, an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release within seven (7) days of prize notification. If winner cannot be contacted within three (3) calendar days of first notification attempt, if any prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, if any winner rejects his/her prize, or in the event of noncompliance with these Sweepstakes Official Rules, such prize will be forfeited and an alternate winner will be selected from all remaining eligible entries. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given. Limit one winner and one prize.

6. Conditions; Waiver and Release. All federal, state and local taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Participation in Sweepstakes and acceptance of prize constitutes winner’s acknowledgement and acceptance of the Official Rules and winner’s permission for Sponsor to use his/her name, address (city and state), likeness, photograph, picture, portrait, voice, biographical information and/or any statements made by each winner regarding the Sweepstakes or Sponsor for advertising and promotional purposes without notice or additional compensation, except where prohibited by law. Prize awarded “as is” without any representation or warranty by Sponsor. Winner assumes all risks associated with use of the prize and participation in prize-related activities. Sponsor is not responsible if any scheduled event is delayed, postponed, or canceled for any reason. Accommodations subject to availability. Winner is solely responsible for observing and abiding by prize sponsors’ rules and regulations or terms and conditions for use of prize. By participating, entrants and winner agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers and directors, from any and all liability, loss, harm, damage, injury, cost or expense whatsoever including without limitation, property damage, personal injury and/or death arising from, relating to, or which may occur in connection with, preparation for, travel, or participation in the Sweepstakes, possession, acceptance and/or use or misuse of prize, or preparation for, travel to or from, and participation in any Sweepstakes-related activity, and for any claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy. Each entrant hereby agrees to indemnify Sponsor against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or resulting from and breach by entrant of these Official Rules. Entrants who do not comply with these Official Rules, or who attempt to interfere with this Sweepstakes in any way, shall be disqualified.

7. Additional Terms. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, extend or suspend this Sweepstakes should Sponsor determine, in its sole discretion, that fraud, mistake, or other causes beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor will select the winner from all eligible entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual it finds, in its sole discretion, to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may prohibit an entrant from participating in the Sweepstakes or winning a prize if, in its sole discretion, it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes by cheating, hacking, deception, or other unfair playing practices or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or Sponsor representatives.

CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

Valid email address required in order to win. By completing the sweepstakes entry form, you are agreeing to the official sweepstakes rules and the terms of our privacy policy. You will also be registered to receive email notices from ArtsQuest. Our goal is to provide you with important, valuable and timely updates about upcoming events and promotions. We will not sell your personal information. Also, you have the opportunity to unsubscribe at any time.

8. List of Winner. To obtain the name of the winning individual, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope by August 26, 2019 to: ArtsQuest / “Daughtry” Sweepstakes Winner, ATTN: Marketing Manager: Ben Youngerman, 25 W Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015.

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ArtsQuest Rolls Out New Bethlehem Steel Merchandise Line Just in Time for Musikfest

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Free Shipping Offered on All Online Orders Placed by Aug. 11 Using Promo Code ‘STEEL’

BETHLEHEM, PA–The Bethlehem Steel blast furnaces may have been extinguished in 1995, but the impact of the steel plant lives on.

For the first time in five years, ArtsQuest is unveiling a brand-new line of Bethlehem Steel merchandise. Fitting with the theme and festivities of the ’fest, the new line features items and apparel that showcase a contemporary 21st century look while honoring the history of the industrial icon.

Highlighting the line are six new t-shirts, each made with ultra-comfortable fabric blends and available in various colors. Sizes range from small to 3XL. Each shirt features a different graphic that embodies the impact Bethlehem Steel had on American history. The full line includes:

● Six T-shirts
● Bethlehem Steel Crew Neck
● SteelStacks Patch Hat
● Americana Tank Top

The merch is available exclusively at the Official Musikfest Merchandise Tents, the Stacks Shop at the ArtsQuest Center and online at www.store.artsquest.org. Patrons can get free shipping on online orders over $25 now through the end of Musikfest with promo code ‘STEEL’.

The Grateful Dead Comes Alive at SteelStacks!

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By Ben Youngerman, ArtsQuest Marketing Manager

The Grateful Dead is one of the greatest bands of all-time, and has a devoted fan base to match. That’s why we’re excited to to welcome Dead Heads of all ages to four unique and psychedelic experiences over four straight Thursdays. Featuring the sounds of acclaimed tribute band Splintered Sunlight and the annual “Meet-Up at the Movies,” we expect a whole lot of tie-dye to come to SteelStacks this July and August…

Splintered Sunlight – Decades of the Dead: ’66-’75 – 7/11 –
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In the first show of the residency, Splintered Sunlight will perform the band’s earliest material from 1966-75, which includes the band’s legendary Woodstock performance!

Splintered Sunlight – Decades of the Dead: ’76-’86 – 7/18 –
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In the second show of the residency, Splintered Sunlight will perform the band’s songs from 1976-86, which includes their most quintessential year of 1977, which many consider the peak of the Grateful Dead’s career.

Splintered Sunlight – Decades of the Dead: ’87-’95 – 7/25 –
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In the final show of the residency, Splintered Sunlight will perform the band’s music from 1987-95, which saw the band rise to the status of playing baseball and football stadiums. This era introduced a new generation to the Dead, thanks in part to their first-ever #1 hit “Touch of Grey.”

Grateful Dead Meet-Up at the Movies 2019 – 8/1 –
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Come one, come all! On Thursday, August 1, join Dead Heads in your neighborhood – and around the world – when Trafalgar Releasing and Rhino Entertainment celebrate the 9th Annual Grateful Dead Meet-Up at the Movies. This can’t-miss event – the first to go global – features the previously unreleased complete June 17, 1991 concert from Giants Stadium.

Due to Musikfest Preview Night, ArtsQuest recommends tickets be purchased in advance. Patrons will be asked to show proof of purchase via printed ticket or on their phones in order to access the parking lots on First Street adjacent to the ArtsQuest Center.

See you at SteelStacks soon, Dead Heads!

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Good Shepherd Pediatrics’ Soccer Clinic Offers Fun and Exercise for Children with Additional Needs

By Lynn Gerlach
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation

If you are a parent of a child with additional needs, you understand how difficult it can be to find appropriate opportunities for organized activities. Children with autism, attention disorders (ADD, ADHD, etc.) or physical challenges such as brain injuries, cerebral palsy or cancer can find activities like sports overwhelming, physically difficult and emotionally stressful.

That is why Good Shepherd Pediatrics and Lehigh Valley United are partnering to offer a free soccer clinic for children with additional needs at SteelStacks June 20 at 2 p.m. The clinic is designed for children ages 4-17 to share the fun and excitement of soccer in an inclusive and supportive atmosphere.

Children who participate enjoy a dynamic, hands-on experience as they discover the fun and challenges that make soccer the most popular sport in the world. Lehigh Valley United players and coaches provide one-on-one, personalized instruction with assistance from Good Shepherd Pediatrics staff to teach skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting. Plus, this year the clinic includes a fun arts and craft session. Good Shepherd Pediatrics’ Jennifer Schueck, MS, OTR/L, says that events like this are tremendous opportunities for children with additional needs to experience inclusiveness, practice social skills, improve coordination and practice following directions in a supportive environment. The event, she says, is about playing and having fun, not winning or losing.

According to Schueck, she and her fellow therapists at Good Shepherd Pediatrics frequently use games during physical, speech and occupational therapy sessions to keep children interested and engaged. She explains that many children with additional needs can feel overwhelmed by what is going on around them. The presence of bright sun, noise, being touched by other people and trying to pay attention can be difficult for some children to process all at once. When overstimulated, they may express themselves through tantrums, while others may make noises or engage in attention seeking behaviors like crashing into others or seeking hugs.

“This clinic is a way for children with additional needs to enjoy a game they love in a safe, non-judgmental and stress-free environment,” Schueck says. “Children who have diagnoses like ADD and autism sometimes prefer to be on their own. Being able to spend time with other children and therapists who understand and can adapt to their sensory needs is an enormous benefit.”

Clinics like this also can serve as a springboard, encouraging children with additional needs to participate in other active hobbies and events in the community.

“Children dealing with conditions like cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injuries and cancer sometimes have issues with endurance, strength and fatigue,” Schueck says. “Everyone who participates will be moving but in a way that is fun and appropriate for them. Good Shepherd therapists understand the challenges children with additional needs face and can adapt activities on the spot to suit each child’s abilities.”

All children between the ages of 4-17 with additional needs are welcome and invited to participate.

For more information or to sign up for, the Good Shepherd Pediatrics’ Soccer Clinic for Children with Additional Needs, please visit lvsoccerfest.com.

John Candy Tribute: Big Laughs on the Big Screen

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By Ben Youngerman, ArtsQuest Marketing Manager

The Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas is proud to pay tribute to one of the most beloved actors to ever grace the big screen: John Candy. We’ve prepared a six-film series celebrating the work of Canadian hero, featuring many of his most iconic characters. So have a giant pancake for breakfast, hop on a bobsled, and join us for the John Candy Tribute Series!

The Great Outdoors – 6/20 – buy tickets

Candy teams up fellow comedy legend Dan Aykroyd for the ultimate family vacation gone wrong. Chet Ripley’s (Candy) plans for a quiet vacation at a lakeside resort quickly take a turn when his obnoxious brother-in-law, Roman Craig (Aykroyd), and his snooty family appear unannounced and ready to join for a season of “fun” in the sun.

National Lampoon’s Vacation – 7/3 – buy tickets

Everything is planned. Everything is packed. And everything is about to go hilariously wrong. The Griswolds are going on vacation. John Candy plays a Wally World security guard that has the misfortune of meeting Clark and family at the end of a stressful journey.

Cool Runnings – 7/13 – buy tickets

Based on a true story, this is the comedic saga of four Jamaican athletes going to extremes to compete as bobsled racers at the Winter Olympics. Refusing to let anything stand in their way, these four Jamaicans enlist the help of a down-and-out ex-champion American slider named Irv (John Candy).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQQJSG7g_oQ

COMING SOON!

We will be announcing screenings of these other John Candy classics at a later date…

Uncle Buck

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Spaceballs

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Planes, Trains, and Automobiles

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See you at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas for the John Candy Tribute Series!

ArtsQuest “Win Film Passes For A Year” Sweepstakes Official Rules – Summer 2019

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. SWEEPSTAKES OPEN ONLY TO PERMANENT LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES, WHO ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

1. How to Enter. No purchase necessary. To enter the Sweepstakes complete the online form at http://www.steelstacks.org/events/films/films-now-playing/ by 11:59PM on Sunday, June 23, 2019. Limit one (1) entry per person. All eligible entries have an equal chance of winning. No automated entry devices and/or programs permitted. No mechanically reproduced entries, alterations, facsimiles or forged entries. All entries become the sole and exclusive property of ArtsQuest, N.A. (“Sponsor”) and receipt of entries will not be acknowledged or returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, illegible, stolen, incomplete, invalid, unintelligible, misdirected, postage due, technically corrupted or garbled entries, which will be disqualified, or for problems of any kind whether mechanical, human or electronic. Proof of submission will not be deemed to be proof of receipt by Sponsor.

2. Eligibility. Participation open only to permanent legal residents of the United States who are at least 18 years of age as of time of entry. Officers, directors, and employees of Sponsor, members of these persons’ immediate families (spouses, parents, children, and siblings, and their spouses regardless of where they reside), and persons living in the same households as these persons (whether or not related thereto) are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

3. Random Drawing/Odds. One (1) winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries. The drawing will take place on or about June 24, 2019. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries. By entering the Sweepstakes, entrants fully and unconditionally agree to be bound by these Official Rules, including the release and waiver of liability contained herein, and the decisions of the judges, and Sponsor, which will be final and binding in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes.

4. Prizes. One (1) grand prize (“Grand Prize”): Fifty-two (52) film passes for Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas. Total approximate retail value (ARV) of prize package is $520. Prizes are non-transferable. No substitutions or cash redemptions. In the case of unavailability of any prize, Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize or portion thereof of equal or greater value. All federal, state and local taxes, meals, gratuities, travel upgrades, incidentals, fees, service charges, surcharges, insurance costs or other unspecified costs or expenses associated with use of the prize are the sole responsibility of winner and/or his or her travel companion. Prize may be subject to restrictions imposed by prize sponsors.

5. Notification. Winner will be notified by email on or about the week following the Drawing and will be required to sign and return, where legal, an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release within seven (7) days of prize notification. If winner cannot be contacted within three (3) calendar days of first notification attempt, if any prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, if any winner rejects his/her prize, or in the event of noncompliance with these Sweepstakes Official Rules, such prize will be forfeited and an alternate winner will be selected from all remaining eligible entries. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given. Limit one winner and one prize.

6. Conditions; Waiver and Release. All federal, state and local taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Participation in Sweepstakes and acceptance of prize constitutes winner’s acknowledgement and acceptance of the Official Rules and winner’s permission for Sponsor to use his/her name, address (city and state), likeness, photograph, picture, portrait, voice, biographical information and/or any statements made by each winner regarding the Sweepstakes or Sponsor for advertising and promotional purposes without notice or additional compensation, except where prohibited by law. Prize awarded “as is” without any representation or warranty by Sponsor. Winner assumes all risks associated with use of the prize and participation in prize-related activities. Sponsor is not responsible if any scheduled event is delayed, postponed, or canceled for any reason. Accommodations subject to availability. Winner is solely responsible for observing and abiding by prize sponsors’ rules and regulations or terms and conditions for use of prize. By participating, entrants and winner agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers and directors, from any and all liability, loss, harm, damage, injury, cost or expense whatsoever including without limitation, property damage, personal injury and/or death arising from, relating to, or which may occur in connection with, preparation for, travel, or participation in the Sweepstakes, possession, acceptance and/or use or misuse of prize, or preparation for, travel to or from, and participation in any Sweepstakes-related activity, and for any claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy. Each entrant hereby agrees to indemnify Sponsor against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or resulting from and breach by entrant of these Official Rules. Entrants who do not comply with these Official Rules, or who attempt to interfere with this Sweepstakes in any way, shall be disqualified.

7. Additional Terms. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, extend or suspend this Sweepstakes should Sponsor determine, in its sole discretion, that fraud, mistake, or other causes beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor will select the winner from all eligible entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual it finds, in its sole discretion, to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may prohibit an entrant from participating in the Sweepstakes or winning a prize if, in its sole discretion, it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes by cheating, hacking, deception, or other unfair playing practices or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or Sponsor representatives.

CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

The Sweepstakes and these Official Rules will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania. Unless expressly prohibited by governing law, entrants agree that any and all disputes, claims or causes of action in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action. Any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses incurred, but in no event and under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to claim or obtain indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages or any other damages other than actual, direct out-of-pocket expenses.

8. List of Winner. To obtain the name of the winning individual, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope by June 24, 2019 to: ArtsQuest / “Win Film Passes For A Year” Sweepstakes Winner, ATTN: Marketing Manager: Ben Youngerman, 25 W Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015.

9. Sponsor. ArtsQuest

ARTISAN SHOW RETURNS TO STEP OUTDOORS

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Outdoors-focused festival June 1-2 to feature 20 artists with ties to natural world; St. Luke’s offering new ‘Walk with a Doc’ Program June 1

From handcrafted pottery featuring unique floral designs to iron-forged campfire tools, the wonders of the natural world will be on display during the 2nd-annual Nature-themed Artisan Show at Step Outdoors presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network June 1-2 at SteelStacks.

During the artisan show, presented by Ah-Ha! Arts Management, more than 20 artists from throughout the region will offer a diverse array of finely crafted jewelry, ceramics, handmade soaps and more. The show, which takes place in the second-floor Fowler Blast Furnace Room of the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, features a variety of craftsmen and artists, all of whom have a strong connection to or interest in nature and the natural world.

Among the artisans taking part in the show are CJ’s Wood & Stuff, which creates wood-turned pens and kitchen utensils; Iron Oak Creations, which forges plant stands, campfire tools and drink stands out of iron; and Heather Skorinko of the Coplay-based Suyundalla Farms, who raises and shears her own sheep, processes the wool and then knits and weaves the fiber into sweaters, stockings, blankets and shawls.

A selection of artists confirmed so far are:
A Natural Alternative, Emmaus – handcrafted soaps
A Mackenzie Studio, New Tripoli – handmade jewelry
Artsy Allure, Easton – handmade jewelry, fashion accessories
Autdemna Jewelers, Allentown – semi-precious stone jewelry
CJ’s Wood & Stuff, Center Valley – wood-turned pens and kitchen utensils
Fire Light Glass & Design, Bethlehem – fused glass works inspired by nature
MudWorks Pottery, Effort – handcrafted pottery
Paula Focazio Art & Design, Upper Black Eddy – wheel thrown ceramics
Iron Oak Creations, Mohrsville – forged iron home and garden items
Dona Jones, Allentown – torched copper
Deb McGinley, Emmaus – knitted clothing and toys
Suyundalla Farms, Coplay – natural wool and fiber products
The Basket Tree, Philadelphia – handmade baskets

ST. LUKE’S OFFERING ‘WALK WITH A DOC’ AT STEP OUTDOORS JUNE 1

Step Outdoors participants have the unique opportunity to learn from a leading healthcare professional while enjoying an urban hike/walk during St. Luke’s University Health Network’s new Walk with a Doc program at the festival June 1, 10 a.m.

The event, led by St. Luke’s Medical Critical Care physician Dr. Jennifer Axelband, begins with a short educational talk by the doctor, followed by a walk at your own pace and distance. The walk begins at the base of the Hoover-Mason Trestle staircase adjacent to the visitor center; the event is free, but advance signup is requested.

Step Outdoors Lehigh Valley presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network is a free, family-focused festival that takes place at SteelStacks June 1-2. During the festival, children enjoy presentations and activities by more than 25 local and state outdoors and conservation groups. Activities include archery, biking, gardening, art & nature activities, hiking, bluebird box building, laser sporting clays and more. Highlights this year include the return of the high-flying Keystone DockDogs competition, a new kids’ firefighters challenge and more.

Partners helping to support the Step Outdoors festival presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network include Ah-Ha! Arts Management, Aqua-Duck, Coca-Cola Bottling of the Lehigh Valley, Kistler O’Brien Fire Protection, Pennsylvania Game Commission, Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission, PSECU and Service Electric Cable TV & Communications. For more information on the festival, visit www.steelstacks.org/stepoutdoors.

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