Hollywood Undead Coming to Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., February 19, 2025 – ArtsQuest is excited to announce that Hollywood Undead will be jamming at The Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks on May 13, 2025, with opening acts Set It Off and Zero 9:36 for a gated show on the lawn! Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the show will begin at 7 p.m.

Ticket access begins on Friday, February 21 at 10 a.m. at steelstacks.org. Ticket prices range from $45 to $50 (day of show). For more exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an ArtsQuest Circle donor today.

Since the release of Hollywood Undead’s RIAA platinum-certified 2008 debut album, Swan Songs, their distinctive and infectious music has incited a cult audience of millions of fans, resulting in sold-out shows across the globe, in addition to receiving nods in the press from the likes of Consequence of Sound, Billboard, Alternative Press, Rolling Stone and Revolver. The quintet has also garnered massive mainstream appeal, with their 2011 sophomore record, American Tragedy, going gold and hitting #4 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. Now, with over 3.1 billion cross-platform streams,1 billion YouTube views and 4.1 million monthly Spotify listeners, they have firmly cemented their place as one of the most influential bands of the 21st century. Now signed to Sumerian Records and with the release of their brand new single, ‘Hollywood Forever’, Hollywood Undead are poised for their most exciting chapter yet.

The sound of Hollywood Undead bears a resemblance to that of renowned metal rock bands such as Breaking Benjamin, Three Days Grace, Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach and I Prevail, among others.  

About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.

The Future of Jazz Shines Bright at the Musikfest Café 

Don’t miss your chance to enjoy musical excellence at the 13th annual SteelStacks High School Jazz Band Showcase! 

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA, February 12, 2025 – ArtsQuest is proud to present the 13th annual SteelStacks High School Jazz Band Showcase sponsored by King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC. The competition will feature 26 bands and take place over five separate events from February 23 to March 23 at the Musikfest Café in the ArtsQuest Center. Finals showcasing the top scoring schools from the preliminary competition will be held on Sunday, March 23 at 2:00 p.m.  

“KingSpry is thrilled to partner with ArtsQuest to present this festival again this year,” said Matthew Tranter, Deputy Managing Partner of King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC and a board member of the Friends of Levitt Pavilion. “Our education practice serves many of the schools represented in the competition, so we especially enjoy cheering for these incredible students on the ArtsQuest stage.” 

Scholastic jazz groups from Pennsylvania and New Jersey will perform in front of a live audience and a judging panel comprised of music educators. Each school will have a private session with a judge after their performance to provide feedback and specific insight on their performance. The competition is a music-in-education program of ArtsQuest and Moravian University’s Music Department Jazz Studies Program. Tickets for the preliminary rounds are $7 plus fees and can be purchased at www.steelstacks.org or by calling 610-332-3378.  

Sunday, February 23 at 12 p.m. 

• Southern Lehigh School District Jazz Trane 
• Wilson Area High School 
• North Penn High School Columbia Jazz Band 
• Southern Lehigh School District Jazz Society 
• Kutztown High School 
• North Penn High School Navy Jazz Band 

Sunday, February 23 at 4 p.m. 

• Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts 
• Freedom High School 
• Saucon Valley High School 
• La Salle College High School Lab Band 
• North Hunterdon High School 
• Pennridge High School 
• La Salle College High School Comp Band 

Sunday, March 2 at 12 p.m. 

• Warren Hills High School 
• Delaware Valley Regional High School (NJ) 
• Upper Moreland High School Jazz One 
• Pocono Mountain East High School 
• The Hill School (Pottstown, PA) 
• Upper Moreland High School Jazz Two 

Sunday, March 2 at 4 p.m. 

• Easton Area High School 
• Phillipsburg High School 
• Quakertown Community High School 
• Bangor Area High School 
• Plymouth Whitemarsh High School 
• Council Rock North High School 
• Delaware Valley High School 

About ArtsQuest 
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region. 

Discover Local Music with Palette & Pour’s Open Mic Nights, Jazz Jams and More

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., February 11, 2025 – At ArtsQuest’s full-service bar and quick-service kitchen, Palette & Pour, located on the first floor of the ArtsQuest Center, guests can enjoy live music Thursdays through Saturdays!

Members of the community are invited to showcase their talents on the Williams Brew Stage during open mic nights every second and fourth Thursday of the month. Sign up for open mic nights here. Jazz Jam sessions will take place every first and third Thursday of the month. You don’t need to be a professional musician to participate! Sign up for Jazz Jam’s here.

Diners can also enjoy a wide variety of talented local acts throughout the fall and winter, including Danny’s Caribbean Jam, BC Blues, Hayley Jackson and many more. Favorites, like the beloved Beatles tribute band The BriTles will bring their acoustic versions of the timeless classic to the Williams Brew Stage on February 22. And K-Pop Nights with DJ Sakura leave attendees singing and dancing the night away every single time.

Heading to a Musikfest Café show? Check the schedule below to see a handful of evenings where music begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Williams Brew Stage, perfect timing to grab a drink before heading upstairs to the Café.

The February/March Palette & Pour Schedule is as follows:

February 13 – Open Mic Night 7-10 p.m.

February 14 – Jamie Chesson 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

                        Scott Marshall 8-11 p.m.

February 15 – Tim Harakal 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

                        The ColourSound 8-11 p.m.

February 21 – BC Blue 7-10 p.m.

February 22 – Hayley Jackson 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

                        The BriTles 8-11 p.m.

February 27 – Open Mic Night 7-10 p.m.

February 28 – Rocky Steady 7-10 p.m.

March 1 – K-Pop Party with DJ Sakura 7-10 p.m.

March 6 – Jazz Jam 7-10 p.m.

March 7 – Pat Foran 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

                 Ginger Coyle 8-11 p.m.

March 8 – Chasing Daylight 7-10 p.m.

March 13 – Open Mic Night 7-10 p.m.

March 14 – Chuck Rissmiller 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

                    Island Time Lite 8-11 p.m.

March 15 (Irish-themed performances) – Steve Walker 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

                    The Jolly Tars 8-11 p.m.

March 20 – Jazz Jam 7-10 p.m.

March 21 – Danny’s Caribbean Jam 7-10 p.m.

March 22 – Scott Marshall 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

                   We3 Band 8-11 p.m.

March 27 – Open Mic Night 7-10 p.m.

March 28 – Zaire 7-10 p.m.

March 29 – The BriTles 7-10 p.m.

About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.

2025 Festival Vendor Applications are Open!

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., February 10, 2025 – ArtsQuest is excited to announce that vendor applications for the 2025 festival season are now open! Local artisans, food vendors and makers of all kinds are invited to showcase their products and services at one (or more) of our many events that take place throughout the year. The application process is now available here, and vendors are encouraged to submit their applications early to secure their spot.  

Each year, ArtsQuest hosts an impressive lineup of festivals and events that brings thousands of visitors to celebrate great food, music, art and culture. The 2025 festival season will include favorites like Tacofest, Sangriafest, Ginvitational, Blast Furnace Blues presented by Highmark Blue Shield, ꜟSabor! presented by Highmark Blue Shield, Soccerfest and so much more, including Musikfest, Oktoberfest presented by Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) and Christkindlmarkt presented by Univest Financial, of course!

These events offer a unique opportunity for vendors to showcase their products to an enthusiastic and diverse crowd of festival attendees. ArtsQuest’s festivals and programming offer vendors a prime opportunity to connect with the community.

Please note: Musikfest, Oktoberfest and Christkindlmarkt have separate retailer, artisan or crafter applications and vendors interested in these events should apply online at the respective links on or before May 2. Find your festival-specific applications here.  

About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.

Souper Bowl XV Winners

People’s Choice: Palette and Pour: Purple Sweet Potato Tapioca Soup

People’s Choice Runner Up: Northampton Community College: Tomato Tikka Masala

Judges’ Favorite: Purple Sweet Potato Tapioca Soup

Best Vegan: Northampton Community College: Tomato Tikka Masala

Best Seafood – Based: Palette and Pour: Chorizo Crab Chowder 

Most Unique: Palette and Pour: Purple Sweet Potato Tapioca Soup

Best Meat Based: La Maya: Tortilla Soup 

Best Cream Based: Molly’s Irish Grille: Cheezy Chicken Chowder 

Tribute Shows Take Center Stage at ArtsQuest’s Musikfest Café

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., January 30, 2025 – Get ready to relive the magic of music’s greatest legends! ArtsQuest is excited to host an unforgettable series of tribute band performances, bringing the sounds of iconic artists straight to the stage. From classic rock anthems to melodic emo hits, these talented tribute bands are ready to transport audiences back to unforgettable eras of music history.

Music lovers can mark their calendars and get tickets now at steelstacks.org.

Super Trans AM
February 7, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Super Trans AM is the most unique and innovative theme band on the market today, playing all of your favorite arena anthems and chart-topping radio hits of the 1970s.

Dirty Deeds – The AC/DC Experience
February 8, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Dirty Deeds – The AC/DC Experience celebrates the thunderous energy of the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson era delivering a power-packed performance that takes the audience on a journey through the story that is AC/DC.

Face 2 Face – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
February 14 and 15, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
The USA’s 1^st and longest-running tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John.

Life After Dead: Grateful Dead Tribute
February 15, 2025, at 8 p.m. in the Fowler Blast Furnace Room*
Life After Dead is a tribute to the improvisational, indescribable music of The Grateful Dead.

Luke Combs UK
February 17, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
The world’s leading tribute to Luke Combs, endorsed by Luke Combs and his management team.

YAS Queen! A Celebration of the Music of Queen with Remember Jones
February 21, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
A new 10-piece band celebration of Freddie Mercury and the music of Queen starring Remember Jones + horns, strings and a choir!

EMO KIDS – A Live Band Tribute to Emo
February 22, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
EMO KIDS are the best emo cover band in the country, and what separates them is their dedication to not only playing as close to album-perfect as possible, but also being able to play for hours non-stop, while bringing the intense energy with which this music was created.

Dwayne Gretzky
February 28, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Dwayne Gretzky are Canada’s reigning champs of nostalgia and a can’t miss live music experience; a curated nostalgia trip that captures the unique joy of turning a radio dial and being surprised by the familiar. Celebrating classic pop and rock from Fleetwood Mac to Fatboy Slim, Dwayne Gretzky has delivered electrifying renditions of over 800 songs from the 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s.

About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.

Unknown Planet Mystery Screening Series

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., January 27, 2025 – ArtsQuest’s Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas has a few mysteries up its sleeve with their updated Unknown Planet Mystery Screening Series. The mission of The Unknown Planet Mystery Screening Series is to screen a wide range of bold, dynamic and underseen films from around the world.

The Unknown Planet Mystery Screening Series aims to bring together a community of film enthusiasts keen on expanding their cinematic horizons. Curated by Frank Banko Alehouse Cinema programming staff and a rotating lineup of special guest curators, this mystery screening series maintains the element of surprise by revealing the film only when it starts playing on the screen. In the spirit of exploration, curators aim to select a wide variety of films that audiences may have never had the opportunity to see, in cinemas or otherwise.

“Unknown Planet really highlights the possibilities of the cinema as a radical space of collective experience, imagination and world-travelling,” said Sarah Bess, Programming Assistant. “I hope the lineup we have planned for 2025 will introduce adventurous moviegoers to new ideas, new perspectives and maybe even their new favorite film.”

The program will include additional content to keep screenings fresh: including moderated talkbacks, live Q&As and pre-recorded interviews. This is not only a chance to see films that are rarely screened in the Lehigh Valley, but also to join a community of curious filmgoers who share their passion for the theatrical experience.

For the first time, we’re revealing the title of the first Unknown Planet screening of 2025. Join us for a special presentation of Take Out. The screening will include a special pre-recorded video introduction by director Sean Baker before the film. Baker was just nominated for Best Director at this year’s Academy Awards for his new film Anora, which received five additional nominations, including Best Picture.

Screening Dates/Times:

• Wednesday, January 29 at 7:30 PM
• Thursday, February 20 at 7:30 PM
• Wednesday, March 26 at 7:30 PM
• Thursday, April 17 at 7:30 PM

About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.

Sip, SAVE, Shop: Winter Winefest & Market Returns to SteelStacks

Get your tickets NOW before time ‘wines out’ on this special promo code

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., January 22, 2024 – ArtsQuest’s Winter Winefest & Market is a wine lovers’ dream! Join us on Sunday, February 16 to sample and buy glasses and bottles of wine directly from some of Pennsylvania’s best wineries. But it’s not just wine – the event will also feature vendors and other retailers selling wine-adjacent goods. Get your tickets NOW with promo code: WINENOT for $5 off before 11:59 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, January 23.

Attendees can sip on samples while shopping from various vendors and retailers – sweet treats, jewelry, candles, crystals, hand-crafted home goods and more. With two sessions to choose from, attendees can pick the session that works best for them and their friends. Those looking to get a jump on the sipping, saving and shopping are encouraged to consider attending as a VIP. In addition to unlimited sampling offered to all attendees*, Winter Winefest & Market VIPs will have early entrance beginning at 12 p.m. and will get a voucher for a bottle of wine from our participating wineries, guaranteeing you find your new favorite wine.

This is a 21+ event.

*Wineries may limit the number of samples at their individual booth at their discretion

2025 Participating Wineries:

• Bishop Estate Vineyard & Winery
• Blue Mountain Vineyards & Cellars
• Cellar Beast Winehouse
• Clever Girl Winery
• Colony Meadery
• Easton Wine Project
• Folino Estate & Winery
• Franklin Hill Vineyards
• Honey Lane Winery
• J&P Winery
• King Cole Winery
• Kulpmont Winery
• Mount Bethel Farms
• Renegade Urban Winery
• Rowan Asher Winery
• Sandcastle Winery
• Sango Kura
• Sleepy Cat Urban Winery
• Soaked Winery
• Three Hammers Winery
• Tolino Vineyards & Winery
• Vineyard Hill Cellars

2025 Participating Retail Vendors:

• Birch, Please Wood Designs
• CUTCO
• Gail Adams Jewelry
• Hometown Spark Permanent Jewelry
• Perla Lopez Baray

About ArtsQuest

ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.

Soup’s on at Souper Bowl XV!

Chefs are back to compete for the best soup title and to stir up competition.

Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., January 14, 2025 – ArtsQuest invites you to its 15th Annual Souper Bowl! This delicious culinary competition will take place Sunday, February 2 at 1 p.m. in the Musikfest Café, presented by Yuengling.

Restaurants and caterers from throughout the region will prepare their tastiest soups to compete in the categories of Cream-based, Meat-based, Most Unique, Seafood-based, Vegan, Judges’ Favorite and People’s Choice.

The winner of the People’s Choice vote will receive a handmade glass trophy from the ArtsQuest Glass Studio.

Fans of this annual favorite event are encouraged to take advantage of ticket pricing until January 26 as pricing increases by $5 the week of the event. General admission tickets start at $30 for ArtsQuest Members or $55 for early access tickets. General admission for non-members is $35 or $60 for early access tickets. Early Access tickets not only allow you into the event an hour early (12 p.m. – 1 p.m.) for the first tastes of soups, but you’ll also receive a free drink ticket good for any Yuengling beer, Franklin Hills wine, or soft drink and you’ll automatically be entered in a special Early Access-only Raffle for a variety of ArtsQuest tickets! Tickets for children 12 and under are $15 at all times. Please note that children 2 and under are not required to have a ticket to gain access to the Souper Bowl.

“The Souper Bowl has become one of ArtsQuest’s most beloved traditions,” said Ryan Hill, ArtsQuest Sr. Director of Programming. “Highlighting the work of these excellent culinary artists shows that the Lehigh Valley is quite the delicious place to live!”

Everyone will be able to enter our raffle to win gift cards from participating restaurants, too.

Participating restaurants include:

• Bear Creek Mountain Resort
• The Club at Twin Lakes and Wild Turkey Grill
• Dominiques Dishes
• Forks Mediterranean Deli
• La Maya
• Mama Nicca’s Homemade Things
• Mister Lee’s
• Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub
• Northampton Community College – Culinary Arts Department
• Palette & Pour
• Panchitas Kitchen
• Red Stag Pub
• Roasted
• The View at Morgan Hill

The Bake A Re will be offering baked goods and desserts for purchase.

Interested soup lovers can also learn to make gumbo with James Beard nominated Chef Lee Chizmar! Chef Chizmar, co-owner of Bolete and Mr. Lee’s Noodles, led a sold-out demonstration at last year’s Souper Bowl and will be teaching attendees of the 12:45 p.m. demonstration how to make delicious gumbo for your game day celebrations.

Don’t miss this opportunity to get insight from a James Beard Foundation nominee – both for Best Chef and Outstanding Restaurant – in an intimate setting.

The demonstration will last about 45 minutes, giving plenty of time for Souper Bowl ticketholders to get to both events! You do not have to have a Souper Bowl ticket in order to attend this demonstration.

Please note that Souper Bowl XV and the demonstration with Chef Lee Chizmar are two separate ticketed events.

If you are interested in interviewing any participating restaurants or ArtsQuest talking heads for this event, please reach out to me at bkeeney@artsquest.org.

About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest™ supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL; and the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest’s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization’s programs and events, of which nearly 50 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.