Julie Shannon, (composer, lyricist) is a Chicago songwriter, pianist and singer. In addition to their award-winning musicals, THE CHRISTMAS SCHOONER and STONES, Shannon and John Reeger have collaborated on a commissioned new musical about Cesar Chavez and the farmworkers' struggle for justice.

Shannon won the 1999 "A Parent's Choice Award" for her CD: LET'S FILL UP TEH HOUSE WITH STORIES AND SONGS with storyteller Rives Collins.