THE HOLIDAY SONGBOOK
A MUSICAL PARTY WRAPPED IN HOLIDAY CHEER.
Starring James A. Rocco, Erin Schwab, Jennifer Eckes, Andy Fleser and a Live Band.
It’s like Googling your favorite holiday songs and watching them spring to life onstage! With fresh arrangements of classics like “Silent Night,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Jingle Bells,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” and even “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer,” this show brings the magic of the holiday season to life. SING ALONG. LAUGH OUT LOUD. MAKE NEW MEMORIES. Named Broadway World’s Best Streamed Concert of 2021, The Holiday Songbook is a joyful mix of humor, and show-stopping performances.
James A. Rocco: Vocals
Jennifer Eckes: Vocals
Erin Schwab: Vocals
Andy Fleser: Vocals & Keyboards
Kris Stauffer: Bass
Andy LaCasse: Guitar
JAMES A. ROCCO is a celebrated vocalist, director, writer, and Broadway veteran whose five-decade career spans recordings, tours, directing, producing, and international performances. His genre-blending style and storytelling have made him a favorite on stages worldwide. He is the creator of The Songbook Series and founder of Thirty Saints Productions.
JENNIFER ECKES is a dynamic and versatile Twin Cities performer who has captivated audiences for more than 20 years across jazz, pop, cabaret, opera, and musical theatre. With appearances at The Ordway, Crooners, and beyond, she is praised for her “strong, lovely voice and engaging gift for song.” She is a founding member of the Twin Cities Cabaret Artists Network and a two-time fellow of the Cabaret Conference at Yale.
ERIN SCHWAB has been called “a brilliant comedian with a fantastic voice” and is a familiar face from The Jason Show (Fox 9) and MyTalk 107.1FM. Known for her powerhouse vocals and comedic brilliance, she has starred in Mamma Mia, Beehive, Tina ’n’ Tony’s Wedding, and her show-stealing turn as King Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar. Lavender Magazine named her Best Twin Cities Entertainer.
ANDY FLESER has performed as a soloist and accompanist throughout the United States and Europe. He has worked with many theaters and organizations in the Twin Cities, including Minnesota Orchestra, Children’s Theatre Company, History Theatre, Skylark Opera, and the University of Minnesota. His performances can be heard on Minnesota Public Radio, A Prairie Home Companion, and albums by Cantus. These days, you can see Andy performing both solo and cabaret at venues such as MetroNOME and Crooners in the Twin Cities.