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Musical Homage: Celebrating Iconic Bands and Sounds at Mauch Chunk Opera House

The Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe, PA is set to host an exciting lineup of tribute performances in 2025, celebrating legendary bands and artists through unique and heart-stopping shows. With events like Zeppelin Reimagined, Creedence Revived, and Grateful Dub, music enthusiasts can anticipate a vibrant journey through classic rock, reggae, and more. Featuring performances by incredibly talented tribute bands and renowned artists, this series of events promises to deliver unforgettable experiences for audiences of all ages. Let’s dive into what makes each of these events a must-see!

Apr 20, 2025
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1. Zeppelin Reimagined
From the creators of Magical Mystery Doors comes Zeppelin Reimagined. Zeppelin Reimagined is not just another Led Zeppelin tribute band; they are a groundbreaking experience that merges the timeless power of classic rock with the cutting-edge technology of today. With a dynamic stage presence, LED screens, and a visual spectacle that complements their sound, Zeppelin Reimagined offers a fresh take on the iconic music of Led Zeppelin. Their performances are a perfect blend of the old and the new, honoring the legendary hits while introducing unexpected twists and modern interpretations.
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Apr 25, 2025
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2. Creedence Revived
Creedence Revived has rapidly become one of the most highly sought after tribute bands in the world. Playing all over the globe for crowds upwards of 30,000, and with a track-record of selling out shows everywhere they go, this group is the real deal.
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Apr 26, 2025
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3. Ledbetters - A tribute to Pearl Jam
The Ledbetters are THE ultimate Pearl Jam tribute band. Capturing an authentic recreation of Pearl Jam’s studio recordings, combined with their intense live shows, The Ledbetters will bring you right back to your flannel-wearing days. Comprised of powerhouse singer Jamie Stem (Sinch), James Burke on lead guitar, Steven Piperno on guitars, Rocco De Lise on bass guitar, and John Stover on drums, they accurately pay homage to the DEEP catalogue of iconic songs that influenced a generation. WHY GO see them? They’ll make you feel ALIVE!
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May 9, 2025
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4. Bad Animals - The Heart Tribute
Bad Animals - The Heart Tribute is the next best thing to the real thing. Lead vocalist Daena delivers a stunningly accurate recreation of Ann Wilson's soaring signature vocals, while Gina successfully captures the charismatic guitar and trademark vocals of Nancy Wilson. Together, both ladies also present a remarkable physical resemblance to the Wilson sisters, resulting in the most authentic tribute to Heart touring today.
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May 10, 2025
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5. The Breakers - A Tribute to Tom Petty
The country’s premier Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers tribute band. Established to let the fans of the late great Tom Petty continue to enjoy the live experience of TP & the HB’s. No other Tom Petty tribute band comes close to capturing the SOUND and emotions of Tom’s songs quite like the Breakers. Unlike the vast amount of Tom Petty tributes who substitute visual mimicry for sound, the Breakers encompass the true unmistakable sound and execution of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers.
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16 - 17 May, 2025
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6. Grateful Dub: A Reggae-Infused Tribute to the Grateful Dead
RoC (Roots of Creation) has taken on a unique new project: Grateful Dub: a Reggae-infused tribute to the Jerry Garcia & The Grateful Dead. Combining their longtime love for Reggae-Dub style music and the Grateful Dead, RoC reworked some of the world’s favorite Dead tunes into a new studio album. RoC had the pleasure of working in the studio with the legendary 5-time Grammy winner Errol Brown who was Bob Marley’s sound engineer for this project. Grateful Dub is also being performed live in its entirety at festivals, theatres, and clubs around the country, and features rotating live special guests that has included Melvin Seals (Jerry Garcia Band), Scott Guberman (Phil Lesh), Zach Nugent, RyMo, AG, & Paul W. (Slightly Stoopid), G. Love (G. Love & Special Sauce), Mihali (Twiddle), Dan Kelly (Fortunate Youth) and others. Grateful Dub captures the spirit and magic of the Grateful Dead, while laying it down Reggae-Dub style.
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May 23, 2025
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7. Get Poison'd - A Tribute to Poison
HOW WE GOT POISON’D – Growing up, Get Poison’d founder, Chas Spataro was a huge Poison fan. As a lifelong musician, he has always had a ton of respect for the outstanding song writing and stage performances of Bret Michaels. One night at a local venue, he covered a few Poison songs and had a group of people tell him that he sounded a lot like Bret. That’s all he needed to hear! Being a drummer, it was completely outside the box to take on a tribute to one of the best front men and stage performers Rock & Roll had ever seen. But his hard work and determination has lead to one of the best tributes in the country.
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May 24, 2025
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8. Popa Chubby
Popa Chubby, born Ted Horowitz, has been hard rocking the blues in his fierce and soulful way for more than 30 years. Over the course of a career that dates back to 1994, he has been a force of to be reckoned with on the guitar, and his tempestuous, soulful playing has never been more powerful. An imposing figure with a shaven head, tattooed arms, a goatee and a performance style he describes as “the Stooges meets Buddy Guy, Motörhead meets Muddy Waters, and Jimi Hendrix meets Robert Johnson,” Popa Chubby is an endearing character who is one of the genre’s most popular figures. His career has always been about moving forward and carving a place for himself in the imposing terrain of the music business, overcoming odds to continue growing and maturing as a creative force. He has built a constantly increasing base of fans across the world, where in many territories he is a star. A native New Yorker, Horowitz’s first gigs were in the NYC punk scene as a guitarist for what he reflects was a “crazy Japanese special effects performance artist in a kimono, called Screaming Mad George, who had a horror-movie inspired show.” He was always immersed in rock ‘n’ roll as theater, and learned from George and others playing CBGB’s at the time, including the Ramones, the Cramps, Richard Hell, whose band, the Voidoids he joined and learned that rock ‘n’ roll should be dangerous. He reflects, “Musicians like the Ramones and the Sex Pistols weren’t just bands. They were a threat to society.”
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May 30, 2025
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9. Boat House Row - Yacht Rock Experience
1. In the musical sense, yacht rock refers to the highly polished brand of soft rock that emanated from Southern California between 1976 and 1984. The term is meant to suggest the kind of smooth, mellow music that early yuppies likely enjoyed while sipping champagne on their yachts. 2. Significant "yacht rockers" include Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross, Steely Dan, Toto and many more.
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May 31, 2025
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10. Hunkajunk
What could best be described as a tight-knit family, Hunkajunk is a 7-9 piece band of seasoned performers blazing their way through a diverse repertoire of select retro hits, modern classics, and original jams.
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Jun 6, 2025
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Conclusion
The Mauch Chunk Opera House's 2025 lineup promises to be a vibrant celebration of iconic music spanning various genres and eras. From the innovative reinterpretations of Led Zeppelin’s classics to the reggae-infused renditions of the Grateful Dead, each performance offers a unique musical journey. These tribute bands not only honor the legacy of legendary artists but also bring their own creative flair to the stage. Whether you're a fan of rock, blues, or soft yacht rock, there's something for everyone to enjoy at this historic venue. Prepare for a musical experience that transcends time and genre!
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