Mama Dea's Juke Box: A Musical Tribute to Tyler Perry
Mama Dea's Juke Box: A Musical Tribute to Tyler Perry arrives at City Winery Chicago for a night built on faith, family, and a whole lot of soul. From Jai Brenai Productions, this theatrical concert experience gathers the characters audiences have loved for years, Mama Dea, The Faithful Daughter, The Hustler Uncle, The Funny Neighbor, The Firecracker Auntie, and The Church Ladies among others, and sets their stories to music.
This is a show that moves in every direction at once. One moment it's a gospel number that has the room on its feet, the next it's a scene so familiar it feels like family. Expect a set list that runs through soul, gospel, and R&B classics inspired by songs like Take Me to the King, Never Would Have Made It, I Need Your Glory, Family Affair, and Love and Happiness, each one woven into a story about forgiveness and second chances.
Live vocals carry the weight of the night, backed by powerful storytelling, sharp comedic timing, and moments of audience interaction that keep the room part of the show rather than watching from the sidelines. It's the kind of live performance that earns both the laugh and the lump in your throat, often in the same scene.
Settle in with a glass of our in-house wine and a plate meant for sharing before the story begins. Doors open ahead of the performance for dinner, so come early and make a full evening of it.
Reserve your seats now for Mama Dea's Juke Box at City Winery Chicago.
🍽️ We provide food and beverage service directly to your table in the venue. Or, for an expanded menu and more relaxed experience, arrive early and enjoy a meal in our restaurant before the show. When dining in the restaurant, reservations are encouraged and can be made via Resy starting one month before the show. View Our Concert Dining Menu.(opens in a new tab)
Reserve your preferred wine by filling out this form(opens in a new tab) and have a bottle waiting at your table when you arrive at your show. No more waiting for your first drink! We will save your wine preference and have a bottle at your table for all future shows. When you want to change your wine, come back to this form and update your preference.
🎶 While we do not require a two-item food or beverage minimum, we strongly encourage it. Most ticket revenue goes directly to the artist and production costs, so food and drink purchases help support the staff, service, and atmosphere that make these intimate shows possible.
The good news: we think you’ll love the food and wine just as much as the show.
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