Tony-Winning 'Kimberly Akimbo' National Tour Welcomes Ann Morrison as New Lead

June 13, 2025
Tony-Winning 'Kimberly Akimbo' National Tour Welcomes Ann Morrison as New Lead
  • The original Broadway production of 'Kimberly Akimbo' achieved significant acclaim, winning five Tony Awards in 2023, including Best Musical and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role for Victoria Clark.

  • This musical, based on David Lindsay-Abaire's 2000 play, tells the poignant story of 16-year-old Kimberly, who grapples with family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition that accelerates her aging, and her first crush in suburban New Jersey.

  • The production boasts a talented creative team, featuring scenic designer David Zinn, costume designer Sarah Laux, and sound designer Kai Harada, alongside Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone and choreographer Danny Mefford.

  • For the national tour, the creative team will reunite with new music director Leigh Delano, ensuring a fresh yet familiar experience for audiences.

  • Current star Carolee Carmello is set to conclude her performances on July 27, 2025, marking the end of her run in this celebrated role.

  • Following Carmello's departure, Ann Morrison will take over the title role in the national tour, beginning on July 29, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio.

  • Morrison will be joined by a talented cast, including Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, and others, who will bring the story to life on stage.

  • The cast will also feature understudies and a standby for Kimberly, ensuring that the production maintains its high standards throughout the tour.

  • Since launching its national tour last year, 'Kimberly Akimbo' has continued to receive praise for its heartfelt narrative and engaging performances.

  • For those interested in attending the tour, a complete schedule and updates are available on the official website of 'Kimberly Akimbo'.

  • Ann Morrison, recognized for her role as Mary Flynn in the original Broadway production of 'Merrily We Roll Along', brings her extensive theater experience to this new role.

  • Morrison's impressive Broadway credits include 'LoveMusik' and 'Children and Art', along with numerous accolades from her performances in London's West End.

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