A favorite in Chicago’s family-music scene, Laura Doherty & The Heartbeats bring their Valentine’s Day show to SPACE with an intimate, joy-filled concert for all ages. Blending acoustic folk-pop with smart, heartfelt songwriting, Doherty’s music invites families to dance, sing, and celebrate love together. Laura Doherty is a nationally touring recording artist whose warm sound and engaging live performances have made her a longtime favorite with kids and adults alike. A former Director of the Wiggleworms program at Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music, she crafts songs that honor childhood, friendship, and everyday wonder. Expect surprise appearances from Doherty’s much-loved puppet pals—Jazzasaurus, Muddy Puddles the Pig, Domingo the Flamingo, and more! With millions of streams across platforms, Laura Doherty creates live shows that bring generations together in a shared, joyful experience. “Doherty writes the perfect pop song for kids, light and breezy.” — Chicago Tribune