A voice to comfort and inspire
Laurie Roldan — cabaret vocalist and performer of Karen Carpenter’s music in San Francisco, New York, and beyond.
“Singing is what Heaven has called me to; the task that the Universe has set before me.”
— Laurie
Show Highlights
Laurie just made her NYC debut in May 2025 to a standing ovation.
Next Up: Feinstein’s at The Nikko Debut
November 1, 2025 at 8 PM
Laurie Roldan makes her Feinstein’s at The Nikko debut with her signature cabaret concert, A Song for You: The Music of Karen Carpenter.
Join Laurie for a milestone performance as she celebrates a milestone birthday on stage at one of the West Coast’s most iconic cabaret venues. With a live band and special guest vocalists, Laurie blends the timeless songs of Karen Carpenter with her own stories of resilience, inspiration, and following dreams at any age.
Experience beloved hits like Close to You, Rainy Days and Mondays, and Superstar in an unforgettable evening filled with nostalgia, heart, and harmony.
🎟️ Get Tickets Now: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/laurie-roldan-a-song-for-feinsteins-at-the-nikko-tickets/14540993
Upcoming 54 Below NYC Debut
November 11, 2025 at 9:30pm
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.
Featured interview with Broadway World’s Rebecca Kaplan
Rebecca asked me questions about my upcoming NYC debut.
A Song for You: The Music of Karen Carpenter
Laurie Roldan is proud to present a cabaret concert inspired by the timeless music of Karen Carpenter featuring special guests. Join us for a night filled with heartfelt melodies and soulful performances that pay tribute to the iconic songs of Karen Carpenter.
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I loved presenting my Carpenters Cabaret Show as a special benfieft concert at the Gateway Theatre which was also my San franciso debut!
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A multifaceted artist captivating audiences with singing, music, writing, and cabaret in San Francisco, inspiring all with her indelible artistry.
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