Karen Sieber News

Birdland was thrilled to once again present singer/actress Karen Akers at the iconic club on Monday, May 27.

Karen Slack has joined Lyric Opera of Chicago as the newest Artist-in-Residence, bringing her acclaimed talent and experience to the renowned opera company. Learn more about Slack!

Karen Harding's new single 'Invisible Stranger' releases on May 17, 2024, blending soulful blues and pop. The song captures the bittersweet moment of mistaken recognition with emotional depth.

The Schoolhouse Theater will debut Barbara Dana's comedy WHAT KEEPS US GOING, directed by Austin Pendleton and starring Tony Award-winner Karen Ziemba. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Karen Mason and Louis Rosen return to Chicago for two special performances at Davenport's on May 18-19, celebrating nearly 50 years of collaboration with songs by Louis and selections from the late Brian Lasser.

Having cemented herself as a fearless artist and colorful storyteller, Virginia-based Karen Jonas is readying the release of her seventh album, The Rise and Fall of American Kitsch (August 9). The first single, 'Rich Man's Valley,' out now, offers an optimistic telling of the Carter family's journey from their humble beginnings in Poor Valley, Virginia, to the most revered echelons of country music history. Listen to the new single!

Acclaimed vocalist and actress, Karen Akers, returns to Birdland with her popular show, WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE, on May 27.

On June 21, Karen Childers and Voices of the Valiant will present A Summer Solstice Serenade - an outdoor concert featuring mezzo-soprano Madison Marie McIntosh.

The cast has been announced for the Muny production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, which runs July 8-16 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present AGES SINCE THE LAST TIME, starring Broadway and cabaret star Karen Mason and award-winning songwriter and performer Louis Rosen, as they reunite for a celebration of nearly 50 years of collaboration and friendship, which started back in their hometown of Chicago.

Strictly Come Dancing professionals Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez will bring their all-new show SPEAKEASY to theatres in 2025. Learn what venues you can see the pair at and learn how to purchase tickets.

OCTOBER 7, a verbatim play about the terrorist attacks on Israel as told by those who survived them, has announced its full cast and a new director, as Geoffrey Cantor (Marvel's Daredevil & The Punisher on Netflix) steps in for Karen Carpenter as the production's director

Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Karen Harding is set to release her inspiring new single, '6 FEET OFF THE FLOOR', following the success of her first two songs. The track, part of her anticipated album 'BEHIND THE MASK', encourages listeners to overcome life's challenges with positivity and resilience.

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present Broadway and concert star Karen Mason and award-winning songwriter and performer Louis Rosen in “Ages Since the Last Time” for two performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Mason’s entrancing show is a love letter to the legendary songwriting team. Her warm memories of Kander and Ebb left the audience feeling as if they were also acquainted with the celebrated composer and lyricist.  

Broadway and cabaret star Karen Mason returned to Birdland on Monday, March 25, to share love for one of her favorite songwriters: Jule Styne. See photos from the concert!

Mason is thrilled to be returning, again to St. Louis and bringing her show featuring the music of the legendary composers Kander and Ebb. She said, “the music they write is perfect for my voice and I enjoy singing the music they’ve composed for their musicals.” She had the chance to work in the original company of AND THE WORLD GOES ROUND with John Kander and Fred Ebb. She talked of how collaborative her work was with them, what special composers they are, and how she loves to sing their music. Mason beamed with pride when she talked about John Kander being in the audience when she premiered this show at Birdland in New York City. She said, “He couldn’t have been more kind and lovely.”  

Karen Mason was transcendent in JUST IN STYNE: KAREN SINGS JULE at Birdland Jazz Club. The versatile singer rocked the house last night, on Monday March 25th with a gorgeous selection of Jule Styne classics.

Eisemann Center Presents continues the 2023-2024 Season with Karen Morgan and her Far Out Way Back Comedy Tour on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 7:30 pm in the Bank of America Theatre. 

Christopher Sieber and Michelle Williams are joining the cast of the pre-Broadway run of Death Becomes Her the Musical in Chicago! Fun new videos were posted on the show's social media pages, featuring the new cast members with the previously announced Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard. Check out the videos here!