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Colton Ross, 3, smiles because he was able to meet Shelly the Eastern Box Turtle at the Dietrich’s program Reptiles and Amphibians of NEPA. -

Have you seen the new mural on the back wall of the Dietrich Theater, the mural that can even be seen from the Route 6 bypass?

In two days, mural artist Bob Lizza brought the Tunkhannock Viaduct to Tunkhannock. The installation took two days but the planning, imagining and creation of it took years. You do not need to go to Nicholson to be wowed by this engineering miracle of the Tunkhannock Viaduct or Nicholson Bridge.

Bob has installed the first of two murals depicting this wonder of Wyoming County. The second mural to be installed next year will complete the image, inspired by a 1937 postcard. The method he used is “trompe l’oeil” or painting an illusion so realistic that you feel you can walk right through it. The third panel, also planned to depict Wyoming County history, will be installed on the Bridge Street side of the building.

This project has been six years in the planning and it is made possible by a community committee and funding from the Endless Mountains Heritage Region with funding from DCNR, the Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau and the Wyoming County Room Tax Fund.

One hundred thirty excited children and adults gathered to learn about Reptiles and Amphibians of NEPA, presented by Rick Koval, WNEP Pennsylvania Outdoor Life personality. Did you know there are 48 species of reptiles and amphibians in Pennsylvania? Twenty-four amphibians and 24 reptiles. Along with Rick came two frogs, two snakes, one salamander and one turtle named Shelly.

“I was so impressed by the knowledge of the kids who attended the presentation. During the Q and A they demonstrated that, not only do they have a great interest in the subject, but our children have also learned so much about them,” observed Erica Rogler, Dietrich Theater executive director. “We are so fortunate to have Rick Koval return each year to spark this interest and knowledge. And we are so grateful to the Overlook Estate Foundation for sponsoring this popular program.”

As for what is coming up, Shakespeare is coming to the Dietrich on Sundays, Dec. 1 and 15 at 2 p.m. Shakespeare’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream,” the Bridge Theatre in London production, starring Gwendoline Christie from “Game of Thrones,” will be on the big screen. Come and see the feuding fairy King and Queen of the forest who cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe of actors trying to rehearse a play and the hilarious consequences. See the magic transformation of the Bridge Theatre as it becomes a dream world of flying fairies. A truly fantastical production. Tickets are available online at the ticket booth or by call 570-996-1500.

Our Golden Days of Radio Players return on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. Mark your calendars so you do not miss this special evening when you can relive the time of radio plays. This production, complete with sound effects, is onstage at the Dietrich with volunteer actors dressed in period costume – a free presentation for the holidays with a reception following the show. Just show up or you can make sure you have a seat by calling the Dietrich at 570-996-1500. This performance is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Tunkhannock and by Ed Battestin in memory of Pat Battestin.

I bet you know someone who would love to be at the Royal Frozen Party on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 10 a.m. Doors open at 9 a.m. You can dress as a favorite character, meet Anna and Elsa, have a special photo op and purchase a Party Pack, including a Frozen combo tray, with winter popcorn (blue raspberry flavor), small beverage, small M&M, a royal crown and a snow glow bracelet! Did I mention that you will also see the much anticipated movie Frozen 2?! We strongly recommend that you buy tickets in advance at DietrichTheater.com.

There is always something exciting going on at the Dietrich and you can come and be a part of that excitement. Just remember – we do it all for you.

Colton Ross, 3, smiles because he was able to meet Shelly the Eastern Box Turtle at the Dietrich’s program Reptiles and Amphibians of NEPA.

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