“Laurie Sings A Song For You” A Cabaret Concert Inspired by the Music of Karen Carpenter
Laurie Roldan (center) with (L-R) Stephanie Hill, Anita Colotto, Clarisse Nichole, and Charlotte Jeffries will sing during each concert. Photo courtesy of Laurie Roldan.
Presented by Laurie Roldan
November 5 – 14, 2021
Directed by Rachel Robinson. Musical Direction by Brett Strader.
Oakley resident Laurie Roldan shares personal stories and memories in an uplifting evening woven through well-known Carpenters songs. Featuring Musicians Roberta Drake on drums and Pat Tinling on bass and Special Guest Vocalists Anita Colotto, Clarisse Nichole, Stephanie Hill and Charlotte Jeffries, Roldan’s daughter.
Running Time: approx. 1 hour 45 minutes, with one intermission
Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 is required for all guests age 12 and over, and face coverings are required to be worn by all guests age two and over when visiting the Lesher Center for the Arts.
About
On her website, Roldan writes, “I am a singer with an inexhaustible passion for inspirational music. I believe that each of us has a destiny. I know that it is my destiny to sing. It is my goal to bring hope, joy, and comfort to all those I am privileged enough to perform for.”
Laurie Roldan with drummer Roberta Drake. Photo courtesy of Laurie Roldan
She is a professional singer and actor with a passion for inspirational music. She thrives on using music to inspire others and feels this is her unique purpose in life. Laurie is a guest artist at many special events throughout the West and has appeared as a soloist with symphony orchestras throughout California and performed lead roles at a variety of Bay Area Theaters.
Laurie recorded a unique inspirational album, Even That, which was created to comfort to those going through difficult times, as well as provide relaxing soothing music that relieves stress.
Laurie also loves to sing with her husband, Dan, all over Northern California. They perform concerts of best loved show tunes and standards, with a unique theme each month, for senior living, retirement communities, and at special events.
Laurie is very excited about a new chapter in her life, writing and premiering her new one-woman show Laurie Sings A Song For You.
For more information about Roldan, visit www.laurieroldan.com.
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