Antigone Rising is an Americana trio comprised of Nini Camps, Cathy Henderson and Kristen Ellis-Henderson who have established a reputation for being true to themselves. While the New York trio’s high-energy performances have earned them the long term devotion of fans, it is the band's social activism that continues to push the group forward. The band's nonprofit, Girls Rising, has taken the group around the world on a musical mission to empower and inspire girls to be all they can be and their annual music festival (hosting both established and up and coming female artists) is one of the only music festivals in the world of its kind.
A Brief History
Early on, Antigone Rising established a reputation as a grassroots touring band, with a tour calendar packed year round. By 2003, their independent success landed them a record contract with Warner Music Group’s Lava Records. Their major label debut, From the Ground Up, became one of the first releases marketed through Starbucks chains nationwide, selling over a half million copies. After touring with The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, The Allman Brothers and more, a corporate shake up led them band back to the indie world, loyal fanbase intact. That loyal fanbase has continued to support the band's efforts over the years.
A musical by Jill Sobule and a Wild Project Production
2023 DRAMA DESK AWARDS NOMINEE FOR OUTSTANDING MUSICAL
NEW YORK TIMES CRITIC’S PICK
Music, Lyrics, and Concept by Jill Sobule
Book by Liza Birkenmeier
Directed by Lisa Peterson
Scenic Design by Rachel Hauck
Music Direction by Julie Wolf
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Jill Sobule, Julie Wolf, Kristen Ellis-Henderson & Nini Camps
An adolescent romance, a brief rise to pop stardom, a queer musical memoir (about how we’ll never get out of middle school) conceived by award-winning singer-songwriter Jill Sobule – whose 1990’s hits include “Supermodel” and the original “I Kissed a Girl.”