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KIERSTEN BJORK is a professional theatremaker, performer, and reviewer (Connecticut Critics Circle, Board Member) from Branford, CT. She is a 2021 graduate of Fairfield University, graduating summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with degrees in Theatre and English (Creative Writing Concentration), and minors in Classical Studies and Environmental Studies. Kiersten currently works in the Marketing and Communications Department at Fairfield University. She is also the Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Branford Community Foundation, an a cappella ensemble singer with the Royal Court Singers, and does freelance theatre work for the Quick Center for the Arts and Theatre Fairfield. Formerly, Kiersten was the Theatre Manager and Marketing Manager at Legacy Theatre from 2021-2025. In addition to theatre, Kiersten reviews books for Booktrib, primarily in the YA and Adult fantasy genres. Kiersten is also a performer, having most recently played the roles of Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar at The Arts at Angeloria's (2025 BroadwayWorld CT Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Performer in a Musical) and Race in Newsies at CCT (2025 BroadwayWorld CT Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Supporting Performer in a Musical).
Other favorite performing credits include Joan Joyce! (Teen Joan Joyce) with Seven Angels Theatre Company, The Spitfire Grill (Percy) with Brookfield Theatre, Footloose (Ethel McCormack – 2023 BroadwayWorld CT Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Performer in a Musical), Something Rotten! (Announcer, Ensemble) and Chicago (June/"Squish" – 2022 BroadwayWorld Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Musical) with Shoreline Theatre Company, Legacy Theatre's productions of Beauty and the Beast (Enchantress, Madame D'Arque, Ensemble), Sweet Dreams: A Bedtime Story Comes to Life (Narrator), A Princess Tea (Evil Queen), The Tales of Christopher Robin and Winnie-the-Pooh (Rabbit), A Christmas Carol (2021-2024, Fan/Mrs. Fezziwig/Others – 2022 BroadwayWorld Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Musical, and Best Ensemble), The Tales of Custard the Dragon (Ink the Cat – 2022 BroadwayWorld CT Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Supporting Performer in a Musical and Best Theatre for Young Audiences Production), and Joan Joyce! (Young Joan Joyce – 2021 BroadwayWorld CT Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Performer in a Musical), Theatre Fairfield’s The Spitfire Grill (Percy), [title of show] (Susan – 2021 BroadwayWorld CT Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Performer in a Streaming Musical), Woman and Scarecrow (Auntie Ah – 2021 BroadwayWorld CT Regional Theatre Nomination: Best Performer in a Streaming Play), Titus Andronicus (Demetrius), Fortinbras (Laertes & Polish Maiden), and Authenticity (Alice), and Calumet's livestreaming production of A Christmas Carol (Ghost of Christmas Past and Clara). Kiersten’s credits also include director, scenic designer, master carpenter, board operator, stage manager, assistant stage manager, run crew, and more on numerous productions over the years, with favorites being The Great American Mousical directed by Dame Julie Andrews (ASM, Legacy Theatre), Rabbit Hole (Scenic Designer, Theatre Fairfield), Alcina (Run Crew, Yale Opera/Legacy Theatre), and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time (Master Carpenter, Theatre Fairfield) PRESS
Joan Joyce! (Seven Angels Theatre) "In the role of the teenaged Joan Joyce, Bjork is sensational. She is precise, crisp and clear in every scene, covering the part's nostalgic journey with power, dash, range and believability. Vocally, she sings with rich, complex tones and phrasing, supported by a controlled Broadway-like sound that gives full voice to her many musical numbers." (Jim Ruocco, From the Desk of Jim R, Take 2) "Kiersten Bjork, who plays the teenage Joan Joyce, stands out among the performers. She radiates a warmth and enthusiasm... Ms. Bjork also has a wonderful singing voice." (Stuart Brown, Stu on Broadway) "Kiersten Bjork who plays teenage Joan Joyce and Baisden Knudsen have excellent voices and do a particularly good job in their roles." (Tim Leininger, One Man's Opinion) "Joan is beautifully portrayed as a child by Rylee Maxwell, as a teenager by Kiersten Bjork, and as an adult by Keely Baisden." (Bonnie Goldberg, CT Critics Circle) Jesus Christ Superstar (The Arts at Angeloria's) "The performances were another highlight, with several cast members delivering unforgettable interpretations. Kiersten Bjork’s Judas was captivating—gritty, emotionally torn, and vocally powerful." (Rafael Feliciano-Roman, Arts & Entertainment - Patch) "'She exuded everything I was looking for and she has not disappointed,' Holm said. 'I am thrilled with what she has done with her role. She is the very essence of our post-apocalyptic perspective. She is brilliant.'" (Lori Holm, Nancy Sasso Janis, CT Insider) |
Judas, Jesus Christ Superstar
The Arts at Angeloria's (2025) Photo by Rafael Feliciano-Roman 
Race, Newsies
Colchester Community Theatre (2025) Photo by Cristian Darvas 
Mrs. Fezziwig, A Christmas Carol
Legacy Theatre (2024) Photo by Sam Bibbins 
Percy, The Spitfire Grill
Brookfield Theatre (2024) Photo by Stephen Cihanek 
Judas, Jesus Christ Superstar
The Arts at Angeloria's (2025) Photo by Lori Holm |
Judas, Jesus Christ Superstar
The Arts at Angeloria's (2025) Photo by Lori Holm 
Race (R), Newsies
Colchester Community Theatre (2025) Photo by Cristian Darvas 
Charity Woman (C), A Christmas Carol
Legacy Theatre (2024) Photo by Sam Bibbins 
Percy, The Spitfire Grill
Brookfield Theatre (2024) Photo by Stephen Cihanek 
Announcer (C), Something Rotten
Shoreline Theatre Company (2024) Photo by Samantha C Photography |
Judas, Jesus Christ Superstar
The Arts at Angeloria's (2025) Photo by Stacey Burwell 
Race, Newsies
Colchester Community Theatre (2025) Photo by Cristian Darvas 
Mrs. Fezziwig, A Christmas Carol
Legacy Theatre (2024) Photo by Sam Bibbins 
Percy, The Spitfire Grill
Brookfield Theatre (2024) Photo by Stephen Cihanek 
Judas, Jesus Christ Superstar
The Arts at Angeloria's (2025) Photo by Lori Holm |
Teen Joan Joyce, Joan Joyce!
Seven Angels Theatre (2023) Photo by Paul Roth 
June/"Squish" (C), Chicago
Shoreline Theatre Company (2022) 
The Evil Queen (C), A Princess Tea
Legacy Theatre (2023) Photo by Dreamscape Studio 
Percy, The Spitfire Grill
Theatre Fairfield (2018) Photo by Lynne Porter 
Young Joan Joyce, Joan Joyce
Legacy Theatre (2021) 
June/"Squish," Chicago
Shoreline Theatre Company (2022) |
Enchantress, Beauty and the Beast
Legacy Theatre (2023) Photo by Sam Bibbins 
Ensemble (Blonde), Beauty and the Beast
Legacy Theatre (2023) Photo by Sam Bibbins 
Teen Joan Joyce, Joan Joyce!
Seven Angels Theatre (2023) Photo by Paul Roth 
Rabbit, The Tales of Christopher Robin & Winnie-the-Pooh
Legacy Theatre (2023) 
Polish Maiden (L), Fortinbras
Theatre Fairfield (2019) Photo by Lynne Porter 
Susan (Top R), [title of show]
Theatre Fairfield (2021) 
Fan, A Christmas Carol
Legacy Theatre (2021) Photo by T Charles Erickson |
The Evil Queen (R), A Princess Tea
Legacy Theatre (2023) Photo by Dreamscape Studio 
Silly Girl (Blue), Beauty and the Beast
Legacy Theatre (2023) Photo by Sam Bibbins 
Ethel McCormack, Footloose
Shoreline Theatre Company (2023) Photo by Samantha Coleman 
Teen Joan Joyce, Joan Joyce!
Seven Angels Theatre (2023) Photo by Paul Roth 
Mrs. Fezziwig (L), A Christmas Carol
Legacy Theatre (2021) Photo by T Charles Erickson 
Demetrius (R), Rehearsal for Titus Andronicus
Theatre Fairfield (2020) 
Percy (L), The Spitfire Grill
Theatre Fairfield (2018) Photo by Lynne Porter |
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Headshots by Andrea Pane Photography