Laurie Berkner at Ravinia Festival
Dates: 8/1/2026
📍 Theatre: Ravinia Festival
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Laurie Berkner will perform at the Ravinia Festival, showcasing her signature blend of catchy melodies and engaging lyrics that resonate with children and families. Known as a beloved children's music artist, Berkner's concert promises to be an uplifting experience filled with interactive songs and fun. This event will occur on August 1, 2026, as part of Ravinia's vibrant summer season.
Cast and Creative Team for Laurie Berkner at Ravinia Festival
Cast
Ricky Martin
Ensemble
Harry Connick Jr.
Ensemble
Kevin Murphy
Ensemble
Black Moon Trio
Ensemble
Okee Dokee Brothers
Ensemble
Divi Roxx Kids
Ensemble
JAM Orchestra
Ensemble
Terence Blanchard
Ensemble
Ravi Coltrane
Ensemble
Stella Cole
Ensemble
Kurt Elling
Ensemble
Fred Hersch
Ensemble
Squirrel Nut Zippers
Ensemble
Susan Graham
Ensemble
Billy Idol
Ensemble
Jimmy Buffett
Ensemble
Chance the Rapper
Ensemble
Brian McKnight
Ensemble
Gladys Knight
Ensemble
Kool & The Gang
Ensemble
Rod Stewart
Ensemble
Ziggy Marley
Ensemble
Tom Jones
Ensemble
Paul Simon
Ensemble
Emmylou Harris
Ensemble
Laura Karpman
Ensemble
Lizzo
Ensemble
Marin Alsop
Ensemble
James Conlon
Ensemble
Yunchan Lim
Ensemble
Kathryn Lewek
Ensemble
Miles Mykkanen
Ensemble
María Dueñas
Ensemble
Emanuel Ax
Ensemble
Stella Chen
Ensemble
Daniel Lozakovich
Ensemble
Klaus Mäkelä
Ensemble
Ted Sperling
Ensemble
Chi-Yuan Lin
Ensemble
St. Vincent
Ensemble
Earl Lee
Ensemble
Quincy Jones
Ensemble
Steve Hackman
Ensemble
Gregory Alan Isakov
Ensemble
Jacob Collier
Ensemble
Hugh Jackman
Ensemble
Frederica von Stade
Ensemble
Alabama Shakes
Ensemble
Graham Nash
Ensemble
Bonnie Raitt
Ensemble
Brandi Carlile
Ensemble
Ray LaMontagne
Ensemble
Miranda Lambert
Ensemble
Squeeze
Ensemble
Alison Krauss
Ensemble
Martina McBride
Ensemble
Deep Purple
Ensemble
Kansas
Ensemble
The Weather Station
Ensemble
I’m With Her
Ensemble
Acclaimed Soloists
Ensemble.
The Docksiders
Ensemble
ConFunkShun
Ensemble
Morris Day
Ensemble
Richard Marx
Ensemble
Liam Kazar
Ensemble
Creative Team
Alisa Weilerstein
Cellist
Billy Childs
Pianist
Ted Sperling
Orchestrator
Jules Buckley
Orchestrator/Conductor
Laura Karpman
Composer
Earl Lee
Conductor
Stacy Garrop
Composer
Quincy Jones
Composer/Producer
Steve Hackman
Conductor/Producer
Kevin Murphy
Artistic Director
Cori Ellison
Dramaturg
Damien Sneed
Pianist/Arranger
John Clayton
Bassist
Steve Wilson
Saxophonist
Clive Greensmith
Cellist
Benjamin Hochman
Pianist
Carolin Widmann
Violinist
Misha Dichter
Pianist
Stella Chen
Violinist
Lizzo
Flutist
Yunchan Lim
Pianist
Emanuel Ax
Pianist
Inon Barnatan
Pianist.
James Conlon
Conductor
Klaus Mäkelä
Zell Music Director Designate
Marc Bamuthi Joseph
Librettist
Carlos Simon
Composer
Marin Alsop
Chief Conductor
News About Laurie Berkner at Ravinia Festival
Laurie Berkner Will Return to the Ravinia Festival in August
July 01, 2026 Children's musician Laurie Berkner will return to the main stage Pavilion at the Ravinia Festival with a “Greatest Hits” solo concert. This marks the 15th year in which Laurie has performed at Ravinia.
Ravinia Festival Unveils 2026 Season Featuring Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Hugh Jackman, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
March 12, 2026 The Ravinia Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will showcase a lineup of more than 90 artists. This season also marks the unveiling of the newly redesigned Hunter Pavilion. The festival, known for its diverse range of performances, continues to be a significant event in the cultural calendar, attracting music lovers from various genres. The updated venue is expected to enhance the audience experience, providing a modernized space for performances.
Cynthia Erivo, Sutton Foster, & More Set for The Ravinia Festival's 2025 Summer Lineup
March 13, 2025 The Ravinia Festival has unveiled its 2025 summer lineup, which features more than 100 concerts and 40 artist debuts. Highlights include appearances by Cynthia Erivo, Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara. Check out the full lineup!
Laurie Berkner Returns to the Ravinia Festival in August
July 01, 2024 Beloved children's musician Laurie Berkner will return to the Chicago area for two solo performances at 11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 3 at the Ravinia Festival, 200 Ravinia Park Rd., Highland Park, IL.
Ben Platt, Norm Lewis, and More Set For The Ravinia Festival's 2024 Summer Lineup
March 14, 2024 The Ravinia Festival has revealed its complete 2024 summer lineup. Among this year's Broadway names taking the stage at The Ravinia Festival are Ben Platt, Jessie Mueller, Norm Lewis, Michael Feinstein, and more! Learn more about the full lineup here!
Ravinia Festival Announces 2022 Summer Lineup Featuring YOURS, STEPHEN SONDHEIM
March 24, 2022 Ravinia Festival has announced its complete 2022 summer lineup, offering 50 artist debuts and more than 100 concerts, including the annual summer residency of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) with Chief Conductor Marin Alsop.
Ravinia Festival Announces Full Lineup For 2021
May 06, 2021 The Ravinia Festival plans to reopen in July for the 2021 summer season. Now, the full lineup has been announced!About the Theatre
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What shows are coming up next at Ravinia Festival?
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Residency (07/11/26-08/16/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Grand Opening Concert featuring Lizzo and Yunchan Lim (07/11/26-07/11/26)
Mozart’s The Abduction from the Seraglio (07/16/26-07/18/26)
Mozart's The Abduction from the Seraglio (07/16/26-07/18/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra featuring María Dueñas in Beethoven's Violin Concerto (07/19/26-07/19/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Mahler's Symphony No. 6 (07/23/26-07/23/26)
Breaking Barriers Festival: Women Composers in Film (07/24/26-07/25/26)
Midwest Premiere: Carlos Simon's Good News Mass (07/31/26-07/31/26)
Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits Concert (08/01/26-08/01/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Midwest Premiere of John Williams's Piano Concerto featuring Emanuel Ax (08/01/26-08/01/26)
Black Moon Trio: Lakenotes (08/02/26-08/02/26)
This Land (08/02/26-08/02/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Klaus Mäkelä conducts Debussy and Stravinsky (08/07/26-08/07/26)
Hugh Jackman (08/09/26-08/09/26)
Frederica von Stade with Susan Graham (08/16/26-08/16/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Stella Chen performs Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto (08/16/26-08/16/26)
Gregory Alan Isakov (08/19/26-08/19/26)
Alabama Shakes (08/21/26-08/21/26)
Jacob Collier (09/23/26-09/23/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Grand Opening Concert featuring Lizzo and Yunchan Lim (07/11/26-07/11/26)
Mozart’s The Abduction from the Seraglio (07/16/26-07/18/26)
Mozart's The Abduction from the Seraglio (07/16/26-07/18/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra featuring María Dueñas in Beethoven's Violin Concerto (07/19/26-07/19/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Mahler's Symphony No. 6 (07/23/26-07/23/26)
Breaking Barriers Festival: Women Composers in Film (07/24/26-07/25/26)
Midwest Premiere: Carlos Simon's Good News Mass (07/31/26-07/31/26)
Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits Concert (08/01/26-08/01/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Midwest Premiere of John Williams's Piano Concerto featuring Emanuel Ax (08/01/26-08/01/26)
Black Moon Trio: Lakenotes (08/02/26-08/02/26)
This Land (08/02/26-08/02/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Klaus Mäkelä conducts Debussy and Stravinsky (08/07/26-08/07/26)
Hugh Jackman (08/09/26-08/09/26)
Frederica von Stade with Susan Graham (08/16/26-08/16/26)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Stella Chen performs Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto (08/16/26-08/16/26)
Gregory Alan Isakov (08/19/26-08/19/26)
Alabama Shakes (08/21/26-08/21/26)
Jacob Collier (09/23/26-09/23/26)
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