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Kristin's Projects

Kristin Lems is a celebrated folk singer, songwriter, educator, and playwright whose work uplifts, educates, and empowers audiences through music and storytelling. Based in Chicago.

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Scroll to explore some of our past & present projects to experience for yourself!

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KRISTIN'S LATEST PROJECT

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Kristin’s great grandmother, Nellie Wicks, came to Jane Addams and Hull House for help in early 1890, and thus began a 30 year relationship. Features the earliest days of Hull House, 1890-1905, and the merry band of women who changed America!
This heartwarming show is appropriate for high school, college, community and professional theatres.

Features 9 singer/actors
(5W 4M, some playing multiple parts)

Available to bring to your stage! Produce this powerful story about 1st female Nobel Peace Prize Winner!

This playwright is based on a true story from 1890’s Chicago! After a desperate young girl stumbles into Hull House late one night, her life changes forever. But is Nellie’s improbable friendship with the dedicated Jane Addams enough to save her from the constant dangers of violence, abuse and poverty?
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Jane Addams | Nobel Peace Prize Winner in 1931

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holding award from NWMF.HEIC
Kristin is the proud founder of world-changing National Women's Music Festival and has received awards for this work.

She will keynote it's 50th anniversary celebration in 2026! 

Experience Kristin's Music!

Stream the music on your favorite platform or purchase digital or physical albums on GoldenRod!

Kristin has also been commissioned to create custom songs written & composed for National Geographic, the Illinois Farm Bureau, Champaign County NOW, & entered in the npr Tiny Desk Project!

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KRISTIN'S MOST MEMORABLE VIDEOS

Carl the Guinea Hen - a true story!

Old Cap Streeter (the Pirate of Chicago!)

Solstice Song

Check out Kristin's Full Youtube Channel for more fun & inspiring music

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"Music is nothing short of a superpower!" - Kristin Lems

When you connect with Kristin’s work, you join a movement of music, meaning, and momentum that leaves a legacy.

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