The Johnny Shortcake Show!

523 E. Church Lane,Philadelphia PA 19144

30 October, 2022

Description

It's autumn, Smellows!! There's a crisp in the air, the leaves are falling, and everything feels slightly spooky. Come to the beautiful & historic Rigby Mansion to dance with the fam and make mischief with the funkiest kids band in Philadelphia - Johnny Shortcake! Have a treat, show off your wicked awesome costume, and play with us::: With Special Guest Birdie Busch, and other surprises! *THIS IS AN OUTDOOR EVENT "This isn’t just kids music- this is everybody music. Dancing, singing and laughing are the three most important things that parents and kids do together.’’ - David Sweeny, creator of THE JOHNNY SHORTCAKE SHOWThe Johnny Shortcake is a funky kids band that celebrates silliness and friendship, teaches important life lessons, and feels like one big disco party. With irresistible songs such as "Cupcake Tuesday, "Brush Your Teeth," and "Gigi's Whiskers," the show truly celebrates childhood in a way that will have parents grooving and laughing along as well. Johnny Shortcake's album It's the Johnny ShortcakeShow! was listed on Grid Magazine's Top 25 Albums of 2018, has been featured on WXPN's Kids Corner and Out With The Kids, and has performed at The Kimmel Center, Philadelphia Folk Festival, and Kidchella.Johnny Shortcake is the captivating kid-centric personality of David Sweeny, who has made a name for himself in the Philadelphia music and arts scene under his other charismatic persona - Johnny Showcase (as seen on America’s Got Talent). He has been described as equal parts Andy Kaufman and Prince. Carrying the torch of funk rock pioneers, Johnny Showcase has gained a massive following and become something of an Philly underground funky folk hero.