Karen Carpenter

Interview: Debby Boone of IT'S BEEN A WHILE... at Coach House!
by Gavin Glynn - Feb 12, 2026

It had been over a decade since DEBBY BOONE last performed in Los Angeles, until she performed her appropriately titled show, IT'S BEEN AWHILE at Vibrato Grill Jazz in November 2025. Debby is thrilled to make her debut at the iconic 54 Below in Manhattan on February 26 before returning to the West Coast at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano on March 1. She shared recently that ideally she would love to play both coasts at CARNEGIE HALL and WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL in her near future. You can catch her 54 Below debut in NY via streaming 2/26/26 7pm EST

Cabaret Roundup: January 5-11- Ann Hampton Callaway, John McWhorter & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 5, 2026

Here are a few top picks to consider this week including understudies and standbys from current hit Broadway shows, a reconstruction of a rare early Broadway show presented by renouned writer and linguist John McWhorter and more.

Sydney Stephan Headlines 54 Below in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 31, 2025

Sydney Stephan, founder of Productions by Stephan and star in the NYC scene, is set to bring her brand new, cabaret show to debut at 54 Below. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025

In January of 2026, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and many more. 

CLOSE TO YOU: THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS is Coming to Midland Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Midland Center for the Arts will welcome Close to You: The Music of The Carpenters to the Auditorium. This tribute concert celebrates the unforgettable songs that made The Carpenters one of the most beloved pop acts of the 1970s.

Valerie David's BAGGAGE FROM BADHDAD is Coming to The NY Society For Ethical Culture In December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

The New York Society for Ethical Culture is presenting award-winning performer/playwright Valerie David's internationally acclaimed, autobiographical solo show, Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father's Daughter.

Watch: Debbie Wileman Releases Music Video for 'Santa Claus is Coming To Town'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

Debbie Wileman has unveiled a brand-new music video for “Santa Claus is Coming To Town”—featuring choreography by two-time Emmy Award winner Spencer Liff—as a preview of her upcoming San Francisco debut.

Photos: Laurie Roldan Encores A SONG FOR YOU: THE MUSIC OF KAREN CARPENTER at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 13, 2025

Bright eyes and smiles all around as Laurie Roldan sings, sings a song.

See David Yazbek and More Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Yazbek, Mary Porter, Maggie Solimine and more.

Carpenter Performing Arts Center Unveils Holiday Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

​Each season, the Carpenter Performing Arts Center on the campus of California State University, Long Beach unites the community through concerts that capture the joy of the holidays.

JUDY GARLAND: WE NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS is Coming to A.C.T.'s Strand Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2025

Celebrate the season as Debbie Wileman makes her San Francisco debut with her tribute, Judy Garland: We Need a Little Christmas, to A.C.T.’s Strand Theater. Learn more!

Hill Country Community Theatre To Present A NIGHT WITH KAREN CARPENTER
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025

Hill Country Community Theatre in Cottonwood Shores will present A Night with Karen Carpenter on November 8 and 9, 2025. The concert tribute celebrates the timeless music of Karen Carpenter with live performances of more than 24 iconic hits.

A CARPENTERS CHRISTMAS to Bring Holiday Cheer to Raue Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025

Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake, IL, will present A CARPENTERS CHRISTMAS on December 10, 2025, at 7 p.m. Featuring singer Lisa Rock and her six-piece band, the concert celebrates the timeless holiday music of The Carpenters.

Laurie Roldan To Make Feinstein’s At The Nikko Debut With A SONG FOR YOU: THE MUSIC OF KAREN CARPENTER
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2025

Feinstein’s at the Nikko will present the debut of Bay Area vocalist Laurie Roldan in her acclaimed concert A Song for You: The Music of Karen Carpenter on Saturday, November 1 at 8 p.m.

Listen: Stella Cole Releases Carpenters Classic 'Merry Christmas, Darling'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

Stella Cole has released her fresh take on the Carpenters' 'Merry Christmas, Darling' via Decca Records US. Listen here!

Photos: Joanna Pickering’s Tragicomedy MISTY AND ROVER at Chain Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025

Misty and Rover had its first look performance for a sold-out theatre at the Chain venue for Spark Festival. Check out photos from the show and learn more here!

Valerie David To Return To Scranton Fringe With BAGGAGE FROM BAGHDAD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025

Award-winning performer/playwright Valerie David is staging her internationally acclaimed, autobiographical solo show, Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father's Daughter, at the Scranton Fringe Festival this month. Learn more!

Valerie David Brings Award-Winning BAGGAGE FROM BAGHDAD to Scranton Fringe
by Gillian Blum - Sep 22, 2025

Valerie David returns to Scranton Fringe with her award-winning solo show Baggage from BaghDAD: Becoming My Father's Daughter, with three performances at the end of September.

Spark Theatre Festival NYC Unveils Week Two Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025

Emerging Artists Theatre's bi-annual Spark Theatre Festival NYC is now in it's second week of performances. Learn more about the festival and see how to attend!

Laurie Roldan to Present A SONG FOR YOU: THE MUSIC OF KAREN CARPENTER at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

54 BELOW will present the return of San Francisco Bay Area vocalist Laurie Roldan in an encore performance of her acclaimed concert “A Song for You: The Music of Karen Carpenter”. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.