"IT'S AN HONOR TO PASS THE TORCH ON TO THE NEXT DOO-WOP GENERATION, THE LOVETTES." -BEVERLY LEE, THE SHIRELLES
THE LOVETTES: FEMALE ICONS & GIRL GROUPS OF THE 40s, 50s, & 60s!
Chicago-based trio The Lovettes celebrate the trailblazing women of pop in a show-stopping performance seen on PBS's Doo-Wop Generations. The Lovettes bring their unique twist to hits from The Andrews Sisters, Connie Francis, Peggy Lee, The Ronettes, Leslie Gore, Petula Clark, The Supremes, Dusty Springfield, and more. This internationally-acclaimed act performs across the US, Canada, and Europe, earning endorsements from pop queens Beverly Lee (The Shirelles) and Judy Craig (The Chiffons). Join The Lovettes for a rocking tribute to the women of the golden era of music - the original leaders of the pack! Presented by Artists Lounge Live.
EVENTS
Find tickets for shows nationwide.
- SEPTEMBER 1, 3:00pm
CANTIGNY PARK
WHEATON, IL
TICKETS: FREE WITH PAID PARKING
RECENT SHOWS
- Jun 26 3:00 pm - Jun 26 5:00 pm
Marriott Theatre. Lincolnshire, IL - Jun 25 7:30 pm - Jun 25 9:30 pm
Marriott Theatre. Lincolnshire, IL
PHOTOS
Photos courtesy The Lovettes
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
DARCY JO WOOD
Darcy Jo Wood is a little lady with a BIG voice, based out of Chicago by way of sunny Orlando! Darcy is the creator, writer, and producer of her own girl group The Lovettes who were featured on PBS’ Next Doo-Wop Generations and endorsed by founding members of both The Shirelles and The Chiffons. Darcy Jo is also the owner/founder of The Lovettes LLC managing both the The Lovettes, and Ameripoltian award winner & International piano sensation Lance Lipinsky & The Lovers. Additionally, she tours with the female fronted show Legendary Ladies of Country portraying the iconic Patsy Cline and Heroines of Rock and Roll - a salute to the 1950’s female icons who shaped pop music. Select theatre credits include Heartbreak Hotel (Broadway Playhouse), Million Dollar Quartet (original Chicago cast), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Drury Lane Oakbrook), Grease (Paramount), and Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas Tale (Broadway Playhouse). TV: Empire, Real Life 101, The David Letterman Show, and PBS Doo-Wop-Generations. Film: The Rake and Skeletons in the Closet (both available on Amazon Prime Video). She also appears in national television commercial spots. She’s represented by Big Mouth Talent and is a proud member of both SAG and AEA. For more, follow on Instagram at: @lovettesgram or @darcyjowood
JESSE LYONS
Jess is a Chicagoan by way of sunny Florida and a BFA graduate of Roosevelt University's CCPA. She's spent most of her good years filling her passport with stamps as a performer, tour manager, and producer. She now works as a Casting Director at the top commercial agency in downtown Chicago by day, and sings her heart out to the oldies by night! Be sure to catch her rendition of “He’s So Fine” by Chiffons with The Lovettes on PBS’ special “Doo-Wop Generations” honoring the old and new groups of Doo-Wop.
TAMMI SAVOY
Sangin' from her heart and soul is what classic soul, vintage and roots R&B singing Tammi Savoy loves to do. Born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, Tammi Savoy now calls Chicago, Illinois home. Although she has been singing since the age of 3 in her church choir, Tammi Savoy is quickly rising and making her mark in the music industry. Internationally touring with her own act "Tammi Savoy & The Chris Casello Combo" and with several elite bands as well as providing vocals for various artists including many highly acclaimed Elvis Tribute Artists, and Bobby Wilson, son of the legendary Jackie Wilson. She has also performed her very own tribute to Diana Ross and was recently crowned the 2019 Ameripolitan Music Rockabilly Female of the year. www.misstammisavoy.com
MOLLY DENNINGHOFF
Molly is an actor and singer based in Chicago & Vancouver. She is downright delighted to be a new member of the fabulous Lovettes! Molly originally hails from Kansas City. Theatre credits include Carousel (Julie), A Little Night Music (Anne), Gypsy (Dainty June), Boeing Boeing (Gabrielle), and Heathers (Heather Chandler). Commercially, Molly has worked on spots for The Onion, Hallmark, American Girl, Kellogg’s, Mastercard, and more. She is currently the commercial spokesperson for Cellcom. Television credits include Chicago Fire and Pancake Manor. When she’s not performing, you might find Molly perusing the local flea market, painting, or planning her next adventure! Molly is repped by Shirley Hamilton Inc and is a proud member of AEA. www.mollydenninghoff.com. Instagram: @mollyjean_d
ALANNA LYNETTE LOVELY
ALANNA LOVELY (Miss Adelaide) Alanna Lovely is a proud born and raised Chicagoan. Theatre credits include Guys & Dolls (Miss Adelaide), Shrek The Musical (Dragon), The Wizard of Oz (Glinda), Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Charlotte), Merrily We Roll Along (Meg), Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical, Nina Simone: Four Women, The World Goes Round, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, A Christmas Story: The Musical, and Ragtime. Television credits include Empire (Fox), Power Book IV: Force (STARZ), and Chicago Fire (NBC). Other Credits include Comedy Studies Showcase at The Second City and numerous commercial spots including Aldi, Sargento, Ricola, Life Fitness, and McDonald's. Ms Lovely is represented by Gray Talent Group. Insta: @lannalynette
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