A Concert Celebrating the 80th Season of the Forestburgh Playhouse
A NATURAL WOMAN
The Songs of Carole King
After her critically-acclaimed performance as Carole King across the country in productions of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” Brianna Kothari Barnes is bringing audiences the soul-stirring melodies of Carole King in this powerhouse tribute concert. Let Brianna enchant you with her authentic connection to King’s music, bridging the stage and your heart in a concert that honors one of the greatest songwriters of our time. With hits like “I Feel The Earth Move,” “It’s Too Late,” and “You’ve Got A Friend,” it’s a performance that will transport you back in time to the groove and soul of the 1970s
Brianna Kothari Barnes is a multi-dimensional artist who works professionally as an actor, singer-songwriter, and playwright in NYC. She received critical acclaim for her performance as Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical in productions around the country including: The Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Stages St. Louis, White Plains Performing Arts Center, Forestburgh Playhouse, and Virginia Musical Theatre. She recently starred as Jenna in Waitress at Northern Stage and Lucy in The National Tour of A Charlie Brown Christmas. Additional credits include: Florida Studio Theater, The Engeman Theater, The Wick Theater, Theatre Aspen, Capital Repertory Theater. Brianna’s original music is featured in the new musicals Walking With Bubbles (Drama Desk Nomination, Off-Broadway Alliance Award) and Rathskeller: A Musical Elixir, as well as her album, Hierophanies - all available on streaming platforms. She has headlined at iconic NYC venues like The Green Room 42 and The Cutting Room and been a featured vocalist at 54 Below and with Spot On Entertainment. As a writer, she was a 2022 NYC Women's Fund Grant Recipient and 2021 Finalist for The Jonathan Larson Grant. brianna-barnes.com @brianna_barnes_
Join us as we launch our milestone season with an unforgettable evening at the Forestburgh Playhouse.
Evening Schedule
6:00 PM – Season Kickoff Reception
Enjoy a welcoming reception featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres, complimentary wine and beer generously provided by Catskill Brewery, and a Signature Eightieth Season Cocktail from Do Good Spirits.
7:30 PM – Performance
Experience an exciting performance to open the season in true Playhouse style.
Post-Show – Mingle with the Artists
Stay after the show for a special opportunity to meet and connect with the artists.
Tickets
$80 per person
All proceeds benefit the Forestburgh Playhouse, a nonprofit organization dedicated to producing exceptional live theatre and supporting the arts in the Sullivan Catskills.