Kimberly Akimbo

@ Madison

Overture Hall, Overture Center for the Arts

201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703

Interpreters: Danielle Katers & Grace Mildebrandt

Show synopsis:

A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), “Kimberly Akimbo” is the winner of 5 Tony Awards® including Best Musical. It features Tony Award®-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award®-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony Award®-nominated director Jessica Stone (Water for Elephants).

Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush... and possible felony charges. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure. 

Runtime:

2 hours 25 minutes, including one intermission

Age Recommendation:

13+

**Children under 5 are not permitted in the theater. The show contains some strong language, crude humor, references to alcohol use and authentic New Jersey vernacular.