EMC Presents: Holiday Celebration 2021

Sun. December 12, 2021 at 4:00 pm

- This is a rental presentation -

EMC's beloved Holiday Celebration takes on a new twist in celebration of our 30th year! The traditions we have all grown to know and love remain, accompanied by many new surprises!

Your entire family will be captivated by the heart-warming storyline that takes Eve and her friends on a holiday adventure. Join us as we ring in the spirit of the season back at the Pullo Center!

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Fri. May 6, 2022 at 10:00 am

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Fri. April 1, 2022 at 8:00 am

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Fri. March 18, 2022 at 8:00 am

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Fri. February 25, 2022 at 8:00 am

Dinosaur World LIVE

Sun. January 23, 2022 at 4:00 pm

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for the entire family.

Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably lifelike) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor, and  Stegosaurus! 

A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mind-expanding jurassic adventure, live on stage. Book now before tickets become extinct!

★★★★★ ‘Great fun. Highly recommended for all ages’

~ What’s Good To Do

★★★★ 'A spectacular interactive show!'

~ OK! Magazine

★★★★ ‘The perfect family show. Educational and entertaining’

~ The Reviews Hub

John Mueller’s “Winter Dance Party” ®

The Official Tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper

Thu. May 19, 2022 at 7:30 pm

John Mueller’s “Winter Dance Party” ® is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper's final tour and the only show endorsed by the Holly, Valens and Richardson estates.  Each live concert performance includes over two hours of unbridled, high voltage entertainment featuring all the hit songs of the 50s era: "That'll Be The Day," "Peggy Sue," "Oh, Boy," "Rave on," "La Bamba," "Chantilly Lace," and many, many more.

John Mueller, the critically acclaimed former star of the U.S. touring version of the London/Broadway hit musical Buddy..the Buddy Holly Story, performs as Buddy Holly and Linwood Sasser fills the legendary footsteps of the Big Bopper. Ray Anthony performs as Ritchie Valens and is a renowned star of the Legends of Rock and Roll show at the Imperial Palace in Las Vegas. The very authentic and energetic four piece band (guitar, drums, stand up bass and sax) includes Grammy award winning Mike Acosta on saxophone.

The Winter Dance Party show has performed in front of over two million people on national TV for the Jerry Lewis Telethon, has toured extensively throughout the United States and Canada at theatres, performing arts centers, ballrooms, corporate events, casinos and even the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along with John Mellencamp, Marshall Crenshaw, and others.

That Golden Girls Show!

A Puppet Parody

Fri. February 18, 2022 at 7:30 pm

That Golden Girls Show! is a brand-new show that parodies classic Golden Girls moments - with puppets!

Get set for an evening of cheesecake, laughter, jazzercise, shoulder pads, sex, and the elegant art of the quick-witted put down.

From Sophia’s get-rich-quick schemes, to Rose’s tales from St Olaf, Blanche’s insatiable hunt for men and the Fountain of Youth, to Dorothy’s daily struggle to make sense of her life, devoted fans will fondly remember our four girls from Miami, and for the first-timers, this will be a joyful introduction to the brilliance of that television series.

The cast includes, Erin Ulman as Blanche, Ashely Brooke as Sophia, Luke Dombroski as Dorothy, and Colleen Welsh as Rose.

Josh Gates Live

An Evening of Legends, Mysteries, and Tales of Adventure

Thu. April 21, 2022 at 7:30 pm

Josh Gates is an avid explorer whose unique brand of humor and deep-rooted passion for adventure propels him to the farthest corners of the world. Discovery Channel’s hit-series Expedition Unknown chronicles Gates as he sets out on a global quest to find the truth behind iconic legends and thrilling archaeological mysteries.

This season is Gates' most ambitious yet, as he undertakes a search for a long-lost ghost ship in the Great Lakes, uncovers new revelations about the birth of Jesus, and searches for a sunken civilization rumored to be the Atlantis of the Andes. From a fabled pirate treasure in the jungles of Panama to the truth behind the controversial legend of the crystal skull, Josh is spinning the globe and heading off-the-map in search of answers.

In the four-part global event Expedition Unknown: Search for the Afterlife, Gates tackles mankind’s ultimate mystery as he investigates ancient rituals, paranormal claims, and cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs on the nature of death and consciousness. Gates will also be helming a two-part special in Israel and Jordan working alongside archaeologists attempting to decipher the Dead Sea Scrolls and to uncover new fragments in remote desert caves.
An avid scuba diver and photographer, Gates has participated in sub-sea archaeological excavations in the Mediterranean, and his wanderlust has taken him to over 100 countries - from sweltering African deserts to the icy shores of Antarctica. In addition, he has scaled “the roof of Africa” on Mt. Kilimanjaro and climbed Aconcagua, the tallest mountain in the Americas. A mysterious “Yeti” footprint recovered by Josh in the Himalayas is now on display at the “Expedition Everest” attraction at Walt Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Orlando, Florida.

Gates is also the host of Legendary Locations on Travel Channel where he shares the epic tales and secrets of the most storied places on earth, showcasing the ancient legends and folklore that made them famous. Travel Channel also airs episodes of Gates’ popular series, Josh Gates’ Destination Truth.

He has appeared on the TODAY Show, CNN and a variety of other national television and radio programs. Gates’ adventures are chronicled in his bestselling book, Destination Truth: Memoirs of a MonsterHunter (Simon & Schuster, 2011).

Now you can see him LIVE on stage and hear all about what they don't show on TV, followed by a question and answer session with the audience!

*VIP tickets include a socially distant Meet & Greet with the Josh Gates (VIP tickets are sold out)

Boy Band Review

Fri. March 25, 2022 at 7:30 pm

Boy Band Review - Is the best Boy Band Tribute Show in the country! Bringing full production lights, video, choreography, harmonies and energy, Boy Band Review has captured the hearts of fans with their #boyband shows that transport audience members back in time to the days of frosted tips and hunky frontmen professing their undying love.         

Bringing sweet hip thrusts and air grabs performed perfectly “N sync”, Boy Band Review is an incredible throwback experience where fans relive the best years of their lives featuring the dynamic choreography, the great harmonies and energy of groups like NSYNC, the Backstreet Boys, One Direction, Boyz II Men, New Kids on the Block, Hanson and the Jonas Brothers and the heart-throbs everyone fell in love with back then – from Justin Timberlake, Nick Carter, and Harry Styles, to Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Hanson, and Nick Jonas – most of whom are still stars today.
 

The McCartney Years

Fri. February 4, 2022 at 7:30 pm

Hailed by the original Beatles promoter as ‘THE BEST ON THE SCENE’, The McCartney Years is a period-true, technically stunning and explosive live concert show that performs the music of Paul McCartney spanning two decades from The Beatles to Wings.

Songs include hits like "Hey Jude," "Jet," "Let It Be," "Band On The Run," "The Long And Winding Road," "Live And Let Die," "Lady Madonna" and many, many more, plus some of the deep cuts that McCartney wrote during the 1960’s and 1970’s; all performed to their original arrangements by a band that has entertained audiences worldwide and even has a personal accolade from former Paul McCartney and Wings Guitarist Denny Laine.

Guaranteed that you will jump out of your seat to clap, sing and dance to the music by one of the most prolific artists of all time in this authentic, timeless live concert experience!

William Shatner Live Onstage following a Screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

Fri. March 4, 2022 at 7:30 pm

Tickets Go On Sale November 5, at 10:00 a.m. Members Can Order Now!

Set your phasers to fun! Prepare to be beamed up for an unforgettable night with the original ‘Captain James T. Kirk’, award-winning actor William Shatner. Following a screening of the classic film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, William Shatner takes to the stage to share fascinating and humorous behind-the-scenes stories from his storied career, including answering audience questions.

*A limited number of VIP experience add-ons will be available that include a post-show photo opportunity with William Shatner. We are unable to accommodate autographs.  A ticket to the show is required in order to purchase the VIP experience. The VIP experience can be ordered at the same time as your ticket for an additional $100.  If purchasing the VIP photo op, please complete and bring this release allowing your photo to be taken by our professional photographer.

COVID Update

The Pullo Center would like to thank you for your patience and support throughout the COVID pandemic. 

Due to changes in Penn State University's mask guidelines, all events at The Pullo Center will require masking until further notice. 

The Pullo Center Box Office is open to phone orders only Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If you require assistance and are not calling during those times, please leave a message and you will receive a return call on the next business day. Tickets can be ordered online anytime. For the safety of our staff and guests, please do not visit the Box Office in person. 

For more information on the University's guidelines, click here.

9th Annual Profiles In Music: A Drum and Bugle Corps Showcase

Presented by Lancers Drum & Bugle Corps

Sat. April 9, 2022 at 6:00 pm

Tickets will go on sale January 24, at 10:00 a.m.

- This is a rental presentation -

The Lancers Drum and Bugle Corps, from Hanover, Pennsylvania, is hosting their 9th Annual Profiles In Music ~ “A Drum and Bugle Corps Showcase.” The show will consist of the finest Alumni Drum and Bugle Corps from the East Coast, along with some other exciting music groups, each performing a twenty-minute concert. You won’t want to miss this exciting show of drum and bugle corps music. This event has sold out each of its previous eight performances, so purchase your tickets early to ensure your seats!

The U.S. Navy Concert Band

Sun. February 6, 2022 at 3:00 pm

-Tickets can be picked up beginning January 6-

The United States Navy Concert Band, the premier wind ensemble of the U.S. Navy, presents a wide array of marches, patriotic selections, orchestral transcriptions and modern wind ensemble repertoire. As the original ensemble of the Navy Band, the Concert Band has been performing public concerts and participating in high-profile events for more than ninety five years.  

Collaboration with celebrities has become a hallmark for the Concert Band. The band was featured with Arthur Godfrey of NBC radio fame in 1927. Gene Kelly was guest star for the first episode of "The Navy Hour" radio program in 1945, which the band produced for an astounding twenty three years. More recently, the band featured guest artists Tony Curtis and Gregory Peck. In 2002, the band was filmed performing "America the Beautiful;" the performance was broadcast by the NFL prior to each game during opening week. In addition to national concert tours and an extensive local concert season, the Concert Band has been featured internationally at military tattoos and festivals in Oslo, Norway, Stockholm and Quebec City, Canada. In 1996, the band was honored to participate in the 300th Anniversary of the Russian Fleet in St. Petersburg, Russia, and in the Baltic International Festival of the Fleets in Kaliningrad, Russia. Recognized as one of the finest wind ensembles in the world, the Concert Band is in constant demand by the nation's foremost musical education organizations, such as the American Bandmasters Association and The Midwest Clinic.