CHICAGO — Ellie Goulding, Kali Uchis, Kim Petras, Liz Phair and Monica will be among the acts to perform at the inaugural Versa, a festival featuring music, comedians and more produced by new production company Four Leaf Productions. Dubbed as “the biggest women-led and women-powered” festival, Versa will take place at Lincoln Park’s South Fields on June 11-12.
Additional notable acts include Chicago’s own Jamila Woods, rapper Young M.A., bounce artist Big Freedia, Laura Jane Grace of Against Me!, R&B songstress Yuna and country singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress.
When selecting performers, senior marketing director Vanessa Buenger said every artist was chosen with intention. “The word diversity meant more to us than just ethnicity or gender expression,” Buenger said. “It really meant, where are you on your journey? And how can we help you get to the destination you’re seeking to reach?”
