This hilarious star-studded musical by Melbourne Theatre Company has scored major awards on Broadway
Kimberly Akimbo's life isn't what you'd call normal… But then again, whose is? She's got a dropkick dad, a narcissistic mum and a criminal aunt. She's also kind of born with a rare genetic disease where she ages four times faster than her teenage peers. Follow the 16 going on 60 year old in 1999 New Jersey as she navigates high school dramas and a debatably illegal get-rich-quick scheme.
The production boasts some major Australian names. Starring as Kimberly is Aussie musical royalty Marina Prior (Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular, The Phantom of the Opera). She's joined by Christie Whelan Browne (Singin' in the Rain, Muriel's Wedding the Musical) and Australian Idol sweetheart Casey Donovan (& Juliet, Sister Act).
During its time on Broadway, Kimberly Akimbo: A Musical racked up five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Now it forms part of Melbourne Theatre Company's 2025 season, and even better, showgoers under 30 years old can score preview tickets for just $37.50.
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