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City Of Songwriters

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Paige Samek

How Music Defines Community

a short film

Join us for the live premiere of a new short film by John Richard, presented by The Englert Theatre. City of Songwriters is a heartfelt exploration of Iowa City’s songwriting community, told through the lens of a dozen local songwriters who shape the sound and spirit of our town.

🎬 Premiere Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: The Englert Theatre
🍻☕Along with a screening of the short film, we’ll have a social happy hour and a conversation between some of the creative minds behind the documentary.🍻☕

This moving documentary shines a spotlight on the voices that make our city sing — including Jordan Sellergren, Dave Moore, Sam Knutson, Deb Talan, James Tutson, Elly Hofmaier, Blake Shaw, Brian Johannesen, Dave Zollo, Andre Perry and Samuel Locke Ward.

Don’t miss this special afternoon celebrating the music, stories, and people that define Iowa City.

City of Songwriters (1920 x 1080 px)
ICSF

Learn more about our Iowa City Songwriters Festival!

Lineup will be announced on May 6th!

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