Jonatha Brooke News

Award winning writer Geoffrey Nauffts will workshop his new musical at Texas State University as part of The Harrison/Bowman New Works Commission, funded in part by The Stillwater Foundation. Switched is a new musical with book by Geoffrey Nauffts and music and lyrics by Jonatha Brooke. The workshop will be directed by Tony nominated director Sheryl Kaller.

Iconic singer-songwriter John Gorka's new studio album, TRUE IN TIME, is premiering now at NPR's Folk Alley. They cite the album's 'deep and meaningful songs' and write that 'Gorka's soulful voice, songwriting, and guitar work are what we're here for, and they are given center stage.' TRUE IN TIME will be released on Friday, January 19, 2018 on Red House Records. John will be one of the performers at Folk Alliance International this year performing at a special showcase celebrating Red House's 35th Anniversary. Details will be announced soon.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces internationally acclaimed fado singer Ana Moura, one-man band Howie Day and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Thursday, January 4 at noon at citywinery.com/chicago.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces influential British band The English Beat, comic Heather McDonald, singer/songwriter Case ( Touch Me, Tease Me ) and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Thursday, December 21 at noon at citywinery.com/chicago.

The Jungle begins its 2018 Season with a duet of innovative plays showcasing local musicians. Opening the new season on January 13 is Ishmael, a fable that features members of the standout bluegrass band, Pert Near Sandstone. Next up is My Mother Has 4 Noses, written and performed by acclaimed singer-songwriter Jonatha Brooke, opening February 10.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces singer/songwriter Christopher Cross ( Sailing and Arthur's Theme ), visionary musician/artist Kaki King and more.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces comedy star Kevin Nealon ( Saturday Night Live, Weeds ), rock legend Doyle Bramhall II and more.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces comedy superstar Tom Green (MTV's The Tom Green Show ), International blues artist Joanne Shaw Taylor and more.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces International touring act Tortured Soul, high energy comedian Brad Williams, English musician John Waite (1984's 'Missing You') and more.

Abingdon Theatre Company announces the initial lineup for its 25th Anniversary Season. With a list of celebrated and promising new artists, Abingdon Theatre Company's 2017 - 2018 season features premiere productions on the main stage, a one-night-only gala event honoring and featuring legendary artists, and ongoing initiatives fostering the work of emerging theater-makers.

Merging elements of folk, rock and pop, often with poignant lyrics and complex harmonies, Jonatha Brooke performs live in concert for one-night only at Los Angeles' Zipper Concert Hall at the Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles.

Award-winning writers Theresa Rebeck and Geoffrey Nauffts will both workshop new musicals at Texas State University as part of the Harrison/Bowman New Works Commission.

The Jungle Theater announced today its 2018 Season an energizing and remarkable line-up of music-filled shows boasting prominent musicians and three Midwest premieres of hit New York shows.

Do This, a new play by Karen Siff Exkorn (bestselling author of The Autism Sourcebook) and starring Annie Parisse (Clybourne Park, The Layover, 'Law and Order') will be performed at an invitation only developmental reading on Thursday, April 27th at 3pm at The Loft at the Davenport Theatre (354 W. 45th Street).

Gulfshore Playhouse, Southwest Florida's Premiere Professional theatre, is very excited to announce that 2016 Tony Award-nominee Carmen Cusack will star in the one-woman, world premiere of Do This by Karen Siff Exkorn, which will run from January 7th through the 28th.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, has announced its 2016 holiday lineup. 

Gulfshore Playhouse, Southwest Florida's Premiere Professional theatre, is very excited to announce that 2016 Tony Award-nominee Carmen Cusack will star in the one-woman, world premiere of Do This by Karen Siff Exkorn, which will run from January 7th through the 28th.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces singer/songwriter Vanessa Carlton ('A Thousand Miles'), blues guitar player/singer Ana Popovic, country music musician Rodney Crowell and more.

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, has announced its 2016 holiday lineup. 

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces Morgan James on her Reckless Abandon Tour, American soul singer Freddie Jackson, City Winery favorite Marc Broussard, Poi Dog Pondering's return for their 5th annual end of year residency and more.