"Kimberly Akimbo" A Breath of Fresh Air now thru 11/3 at the Pantages

The Pantages has hit a home run once again with the surprise sensation, Kimberly Akimbo, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Book (Pulitzer Prize Winning Playwright David Lindsay-Abaire), Best Score (David Lindsay-Abaire and Jeanine Tesori), Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical, and Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical. Jeanine Tesori made history as the first female composer to win two Tony Awards for Best Score. She won previously for Fun Home with Lisa Kron.

The creative team of exemplary experts behind this coming of age with a twist masterpiece, efficiently, effectively, and endearingly depict the life of Kimberly Lavaco, a teenager who suffers from a rare condition that causes her body to age faster than others. Trapped in the physical form of an older woman, Kimberly navigates the typical challenges of adolescence: first love, a dysfunctional family, and the need to fit in.

The dynamic duo of Lindsay-Abaire and Tesori (who were present on opening night) are a force to be reckoned with. Lindsay-Abaire is known for his knack in marrying humor with heart-rending realities and here he once again rises to the occasion. His words are brought to life with gusto vim and vigor by Tesori whose score skillfully complements the narrative beautifully enhancing the emotional impact of key scenes and adding another layer of depth to the storytelling.

Each member of the commanding, compelling, captivating, charismatic cast is a superstar in their own right. They bring top notch, terrific, tantalizing, tremendous, triple threat talent to the stage. Three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello stars as Kimberly, joined by Miguel Gil (Original Broadway Company of Kimberly Akimbo), Jim Hogan (Original Broadway Company of Kimberly Akimbo), Emily Koch (Wicked, Waitress), Dana Steingold (Beetlejuice, The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee), Grace Capeless (Disney’s The Lion King), Skye Alyssa Friedman (Original Broadway Company of Kimberly Akimbo), Darron Hayes (Original Broadway Company of Kimberly Akimbo) and Pierce Wheeler (Dear Evan Hansen National Tour).

Make sure you get back to your seat after intermission for the beginning of ACT II because the opener "How To Wash a Check" is the epitome of excellence and a highlight of the evening. Emily Koch (as Debra) also displays her A+, ace, adept, adroit artistry in ACT I during "Better." Powers that be please give Ms. Koch her own show. She is a force to be reckoned with!

As you walk into the stunning striking spectacular lobby of the great grand gorgeous glorious Pantages, it behooves you to take a pause and observe the astonishing astounding architecture. After finding your seat, a 360 degree view provides you with another mind blowing magical majestic moment. And all before the show even begins!

Kimberly Akimbo will only be in Los Angeles for a limited three-week engagement, ending November 3rd. The production will return to Southern California at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa from January 21 – February 2, 2025.

Tickets are now available for purchase in Los Angeles at www.BroadwayInHollywood.com or www.Ticketmaster.com. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre box office, 6233 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028. For current box office operating hours, please visit the official website.

Showtimes are Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30pm, Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 2pm & 8pm, and Sunday at 1pm & 6:30pm.

A $35 digital lottery will be offered for every performance in Los Angeles exclusively through the official Broadway in Hollywood App. The app can be downloaded by visiting www.BroadwayInHollywood.com/App. The lottery will open at 11am two days prior to each performance and will close one day prior at 10am. Tickets will be available for lottery winners beginning 2 hours prior to the posted curtain time at the box office with valid ID. For more details and restrictions, download the app, and visit the Lottery section on the Tickets tab.

For more information, please visit www.KimberlyAkimboTheMusical.com.
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