• Comedian Kathy Griffin is set to perform Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading. The two-time Emmy and Grammy award-winning comedian, Griffin is a towering figure on TV, on tour and in publishing. She breaks through the entertainment clutter with her universally recognized brand of pull-no-punches comedy. Buoyed by her dedicated and engaged fans, Griffin’s live stand-up performances are legendary and in a class of their own. The fiery redhead has sold out to audiences with rave reviews throughout North America, Europe, Australia and Asia at such iconic venues as the Sydney Opera House, the Mark Taper Forum, Madison Square Garden, Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. Griffin has also performed for active military servicemen and women in war zones in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait and Uzbekistan. In 2013, Griffin was inducted into the Guinness Book of World Records for writing and starring in an unprecedented 20 televised stand-up specials, which is more than any comedian in history. Tickets start at $39. For more information, go to santander-arena.com/events/.
• Comedian Craig Ferguson will take the stage Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading. Ferguson is a multiple Grammy nominated, Peabody and Emmy Award-winning actor, writer, producer, director and comedian with a diverse career that encompasses film, television and the stage. He is a New York Times bestselling author and has recorded numerous stand-up specials for Netflix, Epix, Comedy Central and Amazon. The wildly popular “Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” ran on CBS for 10 years and remains a cult favorite on YouTube, racking up millions of views every year on fan posted bootleg clips. Ferguson has achieved notable success on the North American comedy circuit and has performed to sold-out theaters across the country. He has five widely acclaimed stand-up comedy specials: “A Wee Bit O’ Revolution,” which premiered in 2009 on Comedy Central; “Does This Need to Be Said” in 2011 on EPIX and Comedy Central; “I’m Here to Help” in 2013 on Netflix, which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album; “Just Being Honest” in 2015 on EPIX, which earned him a second Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album; and “Tickle Fight” in 2017 on Netflix and the six-part stand-up/docuseries “Hobo Fabulous” on Amazon in 2020. Tickets start at $30. For more information, visit santander-arena.com/events/.
• Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles is set to take place Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading. The show is an electrifying concert experience celebrating the timeless music of the legendary Fab Four. With note-for-note precision, this mind-blowing performance transports you back to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour, along with all your favorite hits. From energetic classics to reflective favorites, the band delivers an unforgettable performance that appeals to fans old and new. With vibrant costumes and psychedelic visuals, Rain creates a stunning concert full of nostalgia and good vibes. Tickets start at $36. For more information, go to santander-arena.com/events/.
• Whiskey Rovers will perform Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester. On the eve of St. Patrick’s Day, immerse yourself in the authentic sounds of Ireland with the Whiskey Rovers. Tom Wang, Ben Green and Matt Kresge bring a riveting performance of traditional Irish folk songs, sea shanties, work songs and spirited shenanigans. Armed with guitars, mandolin and an array of percussion, their vocal harmonies and musical prowess promise an evening filled with energy and passion. Enjoy a drink in the comfort of your seat and let the Whiskey Rovers fill your evening with unforgettable melodies and the true spirit of Ireland. Tickets are $25. For more information, see uptownwestchester.org/.
• Glengarry Bhoys is set to perform on Saturday at 8 p.m. at the Sellersville Theater in Sellersville. Described as bold, unorthodox, vibrant and evocative, the Glengarry Bhoys hybrid of Canadian Highland Scots and French Canadian musical idioms has evolved into a sound that is weighty, authoritative and extremely entertaining. Their energy and good humor, as much a part of the show as their musicianship, crosses all cultures and ages. Many things have been written and reported about this world renown Canadian alt-Celt group over that last decade, all depicting their musical and entertainment prowess with varied audiences the world over, but their ability to marshal large enthusiastic audiences show after show is legion and recognized. From a small Scots-French-Canadian enclave in Eastern Ontario, these Celtic-Stompers, always pushing the musical envelope but never straying too far from the traditional whence they came, have earned a reputation as entertainers that challenge you to sit still during their engaging performances. This event is suitable for the entire family. Tickets start at $33. For more information, go to st94.com/events/.
