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Genevieve Thiers is a Chicago-based singer, actress, playwright, and speaker — a classically trained crossover artist known as “The Singing CEO.”

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Genevieve Thiers is a Chicago-based singer, actress, playwright, and speaker — a classically trained crossover artist working in opera, musical theater, theater, TV, and voiceover. Her credits include principal roles with Lyric Opera of Chicago (The Merry Widow), Goodman Theatre (Trouble in Tahiti), and Porchlight Music Theatre (Little Me, Follies). Before going all-in as a performer, she founded Sittercity.com and grew it into one of America’s largest online childcare platforms — earning her the nickname “The Singing CEO.” She holds a master’s degree in music performance from Northwestern University and is a member of AGMA.

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Genevieve Thiers is a Chicago-based singer, actress, playwright, and speaker — a full crossover artist with opera chops, comedic timing, and leading-lady drive. Her credits include principal roles with Lyric Opera of Chicago (The Merry Widow), Goodman Theatre (Trouble in Tahiti), and Porchlight Music Theatre (Little Me, Follies), plus deep work across Chicago’s theater scene and on-camera roles including RUN: The Series and film and commercial projects. She holds a master’s degree in music performance from Northwestern University, is a member of AGMA, and has earned honors including the Northshore Performing Artist Award and the Northwestern University Distinguished Alumna Award.

Before going all-in as a performer, Genevieve founded Sittercity.com and grew it into one of America’s largest online childcare platforms, serving more than 50 million parents and caregivers. That work was recognized by President George W. Bush and First Lady Michelle Obama, a CNN Young Heroes feature, the U.S. Small Business Administration Rising Star Award, and the Inc. 500 list — and earned her the nickname “The Singing CEO.” She has appeared in national media including multiple appearances on The TODAY Show, speaks widely on entrepreneurship and the arts, and invests in founder-led companies.

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From the Vault: The Singing CEO

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Reviews

“As Older Belle, Thiers also fares smashingly and displays her incredible vocal prowess.”
PerformInk — Little Me
“Comic and musical treasure Genevieve Thiers...”
Windy City Times — The Cousin from Nowhere
“Ms. Thiers...embroiders with relish a version of Hanna's rise in status and ultimate wealth.”
Opera Today — The Merry Widow, Lyric Opera of Chicago
“A sizeable ensemble joins the leads onstage, with a quartet comprised of Max DeTogne, Sierra Naomi Nibbe, Andy Robinson, and Genevieve Thiers skillfully leading the way.”
PerformInk — Chess
“Daniel Leahy and Genevieve Thiers make for an interesting pair of delightfully over-the-top performances...”
EDGE Media Network — Burnham's Dream
“Genevieve Thiers impresses the audience with her vocal talent as Bertha Palmer”
BuzzNews — Burnham's Dream
“Thiers brings commanding theatrical bite to the Wicked Witch...seasoned comedic instincts that add a delicious flair to her villainy.”
Buzz Center Stage — The Wizard of Oz
“...the Wicked Witch of the West (Genevieve Thiers, who possesses a truly impressive cackle)...”
Daily Herald — The Wizard of Oz
“Genevieve Thiers has perfected the evil witch laugh and scary neighbor vibes.”
BroadwayWorld — The Wizard of Oz

Speaking

Genevieve speaks widely on entrepreneurship, childcare, and the arts. Topics and background are on the Speaking page.

Booking

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