The Ruby Room Series
Piece Of My Heart
Janis Joplin, Joni Mitchell, Jimi Hendrix
The Space
Ruby Room
More about the show
The Ruby Room series is hybrid nightclub/theater experience that celebrates Artists who have made a significant impact on American culture. The evening begins at the bar, where cocktails are curated to coincide with the evening’s performance. Join us for martinis, music, and mood…
Cast & Creative Team
HOSTED BY
Shanna Jones
VOCALISTS
Just Angel
Keshana Cook
Stephonne Singleton
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Desmond Mason
LIGHTING SUPERVISOR
Shelbi Arndt
AUDIO SUPERVISOR
Jon Robertson
Curated by Linnaia McKenzie
Performers
Keshana Cook
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Keshana Cook is a singer and actor who has performed locally in a number of musicals and concerts. She most recently showcased her talents at sea as a Singer/Dancer for Carnival Cruise Line. When not performing, Keshana enjoys listening to podcasts, learning about astrology, and the journey of self-discovery. IG: @keshanacook
Shanna Jones
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Shanna is a singer, actor, and musician who has performed in major cities across the US for the last 20 years. She is now based in Kansas City where she has had the joy of performing in many productions at Kansas City Rep Theatre, The New Dinner Theatre, the Coterie, and MTH. She is also part of the up and coming musical duo THOSE GIRLS. When she’s not rocking out on stage, Shanna is at home in her garden surrounded by chickens or out having adventures with her beloved partner and their 3 kids. “It is a true and deep honor to be performing in this show celebrating 3 of my all time, greatest musical heroes!”
Stephonne Singleton
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Stephonne is an up and coming Alternative Rock/R&B artist, showman, actor, writer and a 2023 Charlotte Street Generative Performing Artist Fellow from Kansas City, Missouri. Inspired by the sounds of Prince and Billie Holiday, Stephonne has an unmistakable sultry and soulful voice that sends his listeners on a visceral and experiential journey. In 2015, Stephonne released his first single “I Want To Hold Your Hand”, followed by “Unworthy” and several other singles throughout the years. He released his first full length album, Caged Bird Sings Songs About Red Beard in 2018 and an EP titled SIS: Side A in 2020. He released its companion EP, SIS: Side B in Summer 2022 and singles, “Deja Vu” and “Rocket in My Pocket”. Stephonne is always pushing boundaries with his music and provides his listeners with new experiences audibly and visually. New art is on the way!
Just Angel
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Just Angel” is a creative singer, musician and author, hailed as “Passionate … Soulful… and an Inspiring Voice.” She’s an Earthy Vocalist, whose voice finds its home in rock, jazz, and alternative music, but has found a way to incorporate those genres within her love of soul and r&b. Just Angel, and her band, The Wades can be found playing her original songs from her EPs, Part 1 & 2, along with rocking stages with her original and eclectic takes on popular music!
Musicians
Desmond Mason
Keys
Tod Barnard
Drums
Daniel Watson
Guitar
Meet the Makers
Join us as we take our creative team out into the community for these free neighborhood events.