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Channeling Karen Carpenter, Laurie Roldan sings

Laurie Roldan | A Song for You: The Music of Karen Carpenter

November 11, 2025

“Laurie Roldan had accomplished something remarkable: she had channeled Carpenter’s voice and her spirit—that unique ability to find beauty in vulnerability and strength in gentleness.”
— Edward A Kliszus, Opening Night and Front Row Center Reviews NYC

Laurie Roldan, star of the acclaimed cabaret A Song for You: The Music of Karen Carpenter, makes her 54 Below debut with a soulful and unforgettable evening that blends timeless music with an intimate story of resilience, rediscovery, grace, and the healing power of song. With a voice reminiscent of Karen Carpenter’s warmth, Roldan performs beloved hits like “Close to You,” “Superstar,” “Rainy Days and Mondays,” and “Ticket to Ride.”

Fresh off a standing ovation at her NYC debut at The Green Room 42, she brings a refreshing presence to the cabaret scene—full of nostalgia, humor, and heart. Featuring Broadway music assistant Nicolas Perez (Buena Vista Social Club) as music director and pianist, along with guest vocalists and a live band, Laurie’s show is a heartfelt love letter to the music that raised us, and the resilience that carries us forward.

Featuring:

Chris Boccard
Bridgette Kinsella
Taylor Noll

Joined by:

Mitch Bowers on drums
Magda Kress on bass

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

Featuring

Nicolas Perez, a young man with short dark hair, smiles gently. He is wearing a buttoned-up, dark blue shirt. The plain, light gray background and even lighting give him a professional, friendly appearance suitable for a headshot or profile photo.

Nicolas Perez

Music Director
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Chris Boccard, a man with short dark hair and facial hair, smiles warmly at the camera. He wears a black V-neck shirt and stands against a dark blue background, the lighting highlighting his friendly and approachable demeanor.

Chris Boccard

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A young woman with wavy, chin-length dark brown hair and bangs gazes softly at the camera. She has fair skin, brown eyes, and wears subtle makeup with red lipstick, reminiscent of a Denver Milord portrait. Her hand rests gently on her neck.

Bridgette Kinsella

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A young woman with long straight blonde hair, light skin, and brown eyes smiles softly at the camera. She wears natural makeup, a sleeveless dark green top, small hoop earrings, and a delicate necklace, set against a dark, plain background.

Taylor Noll

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Mitch Bowers, a young man in a yellow beanie, gray tank top, and tattoo on his upper arm, smiles while leaning against a colorful painted wall in an outdoor urban alley, with blurred buildings and greenery in the background.

Mitch Bowers

Drums
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A person with short brown hair, glasses, and a beanie smiles at the camera. They wear a yellow shirt under green overalls and hold a light-colored electric bass guitar with a rainbow strap against a neutral background.

Magda Kress

Bass
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Past Performances

  • Tue, Nov 11 :9:30 pm
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