David Lindsay-Abaire News

KIMBERLY AKIMBO is as oddball of a musical as its name.

The Echo Theater Company will present the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm.

Chances are Seth Weetis, the anagram-obsessed friend in KIMBERLY AKIMBO, would have a field day with the show’s title. The two-act musical opened June 3 and runs through June 8 at the Ohio Theatre.

I chatted with three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello about leading the national tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and her character development process.

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for June 2025 include Frankenstein and more.

“The great thing about this character is she's so positive. She really has such a great outlook on life, much, much better than I have in real life. I can learn a lot from the way she's written.” Carolee Carmello on her character Kimberly Akimbo

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed two additional shows that will be a part of the company’s 2025-2026 season. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Following its triumphant run on Broadway, Kimberly Akimbo is now delighting audiences across the country on its first national tour. The Tony Award-winning musical—named Best Musical at the 2023 Tony Awards—features a book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and a score by Jeanine Tesori, the team behind Shrek the Musical and Fun Home.

StoryBook Theatre has revealed its 49th Season of Shows, themed 'Season to be Brave.' Audiences of all ages are invited to experience these upcoming family-friendly productions including Shrek and more!

 Urbanite Theatre’s eleventh season will culminate in an exhilarating world premiere of FROM 145TH TO 98TH STREET this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Stage star Carolee Carmello has played a wide range of roles in her career – from “Cordelia, the kosher caterer,” in the original Broadway production of “Falsettos,” Lucille Frank in the Broadway premiere of “Parade,” Donna Sheridan in “Mamma Mia!” Dolly Gallagher Levi in “Hello, Dolly!” now she's starring in the national tour of Kimblerly Akimbo. Read our interview!

The Possum Point Players have set a deadline of Midnight on Saturday, May 10, 2025, for the 2026 season. Learn more about the full season and find out how to apply here!

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for May 2025 include Gala's CHOKE and more.

Based on David Lindsay-Abaire’s 2001 stage play of the same name, Kimberly Akimbo follows a bright and funny teenage girl from New Jersey who happens to look like a 72-year-old lady. However, her aging disease may be the least of her problems. Forced to maneuver family secrets, borderline personalities, and possible felony charges, Kim is determined to find happiness in a world where not even time is on her side.

The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach has announced its upcoming production of Ripcord, a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud comedy by David Lindsay-Abaire. Learn more about the show here!

Echo Theater Company will present the The Enabler Monologues, a theatrical protest event that exposes the enablers of fascism — the politicians, billionaires, media moguls and power players who paved the way for Trump’s return. Learn more.

Franklin Stage Company has unveiled their 29th season from July 4th through August 24th. The season opens with Kimberly Akimbo. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Cadence has announced its spring production, SMOKE by Enid Graham, a deeply dark horror comedy, that encapsulates the meaningless preoccupation and capitalistic gaslighting as our country becomes further divided.

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has announced the winners of its 2024 Theatre Season Awards, with a live reception set for April 21 at the William Turner Gallery in Santa Monica.

This week, The 24 Hour Plays gathered with artists and supporters in Brooklyn to celebrate the fifth anniversary of The 24 Hour Plays: Viral Monologues. The company held a secret screening last Monday, hosted by alum Hugh Dancy.