Laurie Berkner, known as the "Queen of Kids' Music," returns to her hometown of Princeton, NJ, for two special performances on March 22, 2026, at the McCarter Theatre Center. The day features a solo "relaxed performance" at 11 a.m. that includes professional dancer Michelle Esch, followed by a full-band "Greatest Hits" concert at 3 p.m. Fans can look forward to beloved songs from Berkner's 25-year career, including favorites like "We Are The Dinosaurs" and newer hits like "Walking with the Penguins." The Laurie Berkner Band includes Berkner on vocals and guitar, Leslie Mendelson on keyboards, Winston Roye on bass, and Bobby Golden on drums.
Cast and Creative Team for Laurie Berkner – the “Queen of Kids’ Music” – Returns to her Hometown, Princeton, NJ! at McCarter Theatre Center
Cast
Laurie Berkner
vocals/guitar
Leslie Mendelson
keyboards
Winston Roye
bass
Bobby Golden
drums/percussion
Michelle Esch
Ensemble
Creative Team
Laurie Berkner
Founder of Two Tomatoes Records, LLC
Michelle Esch
Choreographer
Bobby Golden
Musician
Winston Roye
Musician
Leslie Mendelson
Musician
Laurie Berkner
Lyricist
Laurie Berkner
Vocal Music Arranger
Laurie Berkner
Composer
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