The Deborah Allen & Friends Sunday Gospel Matinee Series at The Franklin Theatre celebrates the soulful heritage of gospel music through uplifting performances designed to foster joy and community unity. Hosted by Allen alongside world-renowned guests, this new series offers an inspiring, multi-generational experience that truly feeds the soul.

Deborah Allen

Deborah Allen is an award-winning singer-songwriter whose career has spanned more than four decades as a recording artist, hit songwriter, producer, and entertainer. Best known for her chart-topping hits “Baby I Lied,” “Rock Me,” and “I’ve Been Wrong Before,” Deborah has also written songs recorded by some of country music’s biggest stars. Many know Deborah from her SIRIUSXM radio show, as well as her appearances on television, in film, and on stages around the world.

A passionate woman of faith, she created the Deborah Allen Sunday Gospel Matinee Series to bring together outstanding artists for uplifting afternoons of music, inspiration, and community. With her unmistakable voice, warm storytelling, and heartfelt spirit, Deborah welcomes audiences to an unforgettable celebration of faith through music.

John Berry

GRAMMY® and EMMY® Award-winning entertainer John Berry has enjoyed a career spanning more than three decades and 25 albums, including his latest release, Find My Joy. With 20 charting singles — including six Top 5 hits and the #1 classic “Your Love Amazes Me” — Berry has earned multiple Gold and Platinum records. He first gained national attention in 1993 with “A Mind of Her Own” and “Kiss Me In The Car,” followed by favorites like “Standing On The Edge Of Goodbye.” His 1995 Christmas album O Holy Night launched a beloved holiday tour now nearing three decades. Berry also earned a GRAMMY® for Amazing Grace: A Country Salute to Gospel and an EMMY® for the television special Still Playin’ Possum: Music & Memories of George Jones.

Chloe Agnew

At just 14, Chloe Agnew became one of the youngest founding members of Celtic Woman, the group that sold over 8 million albums and packed houses from Carnegie Hall to Radio City Music Hall. She's performed for three U.S. presidents, shared stages with Nathan Carter and the Atlanta Pops Orchestra, and been named Best Female Vocalist at the Irish Music Awards.

Now a celebrated solo artist in her own right, Chloe brings her powerhouse voice and Celtic roots to our 300-seat stage for a night you won't want to miss.

Jesse & Noah Bellamy

The two oldest sons of David Bellamy of The Bellamy Brothers, Jesse & Noah carry on a family musical tradition while building a body of work of their own. They grew up steeped in country music, introduced by their grandmother at Fan Fair and shaped by their dad and Uncle Howard's eclectic tastes. That mix of country, blues rock, and Americana has carried them through five albums and counting, and their latest record The Sunshine Shop, was released in May 2026.

SPONSORSHIP DELIVERABLES:

• Naming Rights: "### Presented by ###"

• 4 tickets to sponsored event

• Logo or name recognition on:

• On-site digital signage (marquee and screens)*

• Franklin Theatre website*

• Cross-promoted on social (175k) and email (approx. 75k)*

• Opportunity for lobby giveaways (pending approval from Corporate Sponsorships)

*Subject to printing and publishing deadlines