Composer

A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), Kimberly Akimbo is the winner of five 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-nominated Jessica Stone (Water for Elephants).

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Kimberly Akimbo

Straz Center for the Performing Arts

The 2023 Tony-winner for Best Musical, based on David Lindsay-Abaire's play of the same title, revolves around a teenage girl named Kimberly Levaco, who suffers from a condition that rapidly accelerates the aging process.Before she has had a chance to venture forth into the world as an adult, she finds herself turning into an old woman. Her story, unfolding like a dark fairy tale, is as whimsical as it is piercing. Yet the effect is powerfully life-affirming in the way it reminds audiences of the preciousness of the time we have at hand. Full of quirky humor and social satire on grownup immaturity, the musical features a score by Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (lyrics) that will leave you both grinning and deeply touched.

Fox Theatre - Atlanta

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.

Shrek The Musical

The Ritz Theater at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears.

Shrek the Musical

Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center

Summer@SFCM: Vocal Academy Ensemble Recital

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

**Kimberly Akimbo at Playhouse Square**

**Dates:** July 15 - August 3, 2025  
**Venue:** Connor Palace, Playhouse Square  
**Series:** KeyBank Broadway Series

**About the Event:**  
"Kimberly Akimbo" is a captivating new musical that has garnered critical acclaim, winning 5 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL. With a 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-nominated director Jessica Stone, this production promises an unforgettable theatrical experience.

The story revolves around Kimberly, a teenager on the brink of her 16th birthday, navigating the complexities of life in a new town in suburban New Jersey. Despite facing family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush, and the threat of felony charges, Kimberly's unwavering optimism shines through. Described by The New Yorker as a "howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show," Kimberly Akimbo invites audiences on a journey of growth, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness against all odds.

**Event Times:**  
- July 15 to August 3, 2025, with multiple showtimes including 7:30 PM on weekdays and both matinee and evening performances on weekends.

**Ticket Information:**  
Tickets are available for purchase now, with special availability for season ticket holders. Don't miss the chance to witness this extraordinary tale of growing up and growing old, in no particular order.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Playhouse Square website or contact the box office directly. Join us at Connor Palace for a musical adventure that celebrates the beauty of life's imperfections and the strength of the human spirit.

Playhouse Square

Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favourite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairy tale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.

Shrek The Musical JR

Nottingham Arts Theatre

"Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek...." And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek.

Coral Springs Center for the Arts

We are excited to present Shrek the Musical as the 2025 spring musical at the historic Akron Opera House.

Akron Opera House

Experience the magic of Broadway at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) with the Tony Award-winning musical, "Kimberly Akimbo." Set to captivate audiences from April 8-13, 2025, at the prestigious Andrew Jackson Hall, this remarkable show promises an unforgettable blend of humor, heartbreak, and adventure.

"Kimberly Akimbo" has garnered critical acclaim, securing its place as the most Tony Award-winning show of the season. With a compelling narrative crafted by David Lindsay-Abaire and a mesmerizing score by Jeanine Tesori, the musical explores the life of Kimberly, a teenager navigating the complexities of family, a rare genetic condition, and the tumultuous waters of adolescence in suburban New Jersey. Directed by Jessica Stone and featuring choreography by Danny Mefford, the production brings together an exceptional cast to tell Kimberly's story, one of resilience and the quest for happiness against all odds.

The show's run at TPAC offers a range of accessible performances, including open captioning, ASL interpretation, and audio description during the Sunday, April 13, 2025, 1 PM performance, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this extraordinary theatrical experience. Tickets are fully digital and can be managed conveniently through the TPAC Concierge Mobile App, providing a secure and flexible way to access your seats.

Don't miss the opportunity to witness "Kimberly Akimbo," a testament to the transformative power of the performing arts. For more information on tickets and accessibility, visit TPAC's official website. Join us for a journey of laughter, tears, and the indomitable spirit of youth at the heart of this award-winning musical.

Tennessee Performing Arts Center

When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life. Moving between past and present, Alison relives her unique childhood playing at the family’s Bechdel Funeral Home, her growing understanding of her own sexuality, and the looming, unanswerable questions about her father’s hidden desires. Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, wholly original musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.

Fun Home

Theatre Cedar Rapids

Prepare to leave behind your worries and venture into a realm of boundless amusement, affection, and ogre-sized fun.

Curtain Up Productions presents SHREK The Musical

Grimsby Auditorium

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-nominated director Jessica Stone.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

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-nominated director Jessica Stone.

Paramount Theatre Washington

### Event Description: Kimberly Akimbo - Broadway Sacramento

**Event Overview:**
Join us for the critically acclaimed musical "Kimberly Akimbo," the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. This heartwarming and hilarious show follows Kimberly, a teenager about to turn 16, as she navigates the complexities of family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush, and potential felony charges. Despite the odds, Kimberly remains optimistic and determined to find happiness and embark on a great adventure.

**Performance Dates & Times:**
- **Tuesday, December 31, 2024:** 7:30 PM
- **Wednesday, January 1, 2025:** 7:30 PM
- **Thursday, January 2, 2025:** 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM (Open Captioned Performance)
- **Friday, January 3, 2025:** 7:30 PM (Audio Described Performance)
- **Saturday, January 4, 2025:** 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM (Sign Interpreted Performance)
- **Sunday, January 5, 2025:** 1:30 PM

**Venue:**
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center, Sacramento

**Ticket Information:**
- **Season Tickets:** On sale June 3
- **Group Tickets:** On sale June 10
- **Single-Show Tickets:** On sale June 21

**Important Notice:**
Please purchase tickets only from the official Broadway Sacramento website, the Broadway Sacramento Box Office, or the Memorial Auditorium/SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center Box Office to avoid fraudulent, invalid, or duplicated tickets. Broadway Sacramento cannot replace or refund tickets from unauthorized sources.

**Accessibility:**
Broadway Sacramento is committed to providing access and promoting inclusion for patrons with disabilities. For more information on accessibility services, please visit our Accessibility page.

**Run Time:**
2 hours 25 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission

**Critical Acclaim:**
"Beautiful. A fascinating new musical with a gorgeous score. It’s likely to bring tears to your eyes." - New York Daily News

Don't miss this extraordinary musical that promises to be both a heartbreaker and a joy. Secure your tickets and be part of Kimberly's unforgettable journey!

Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center

Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek.

Shrek Jr

Gwyn Hall

“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash hit, DreamWorks animated film. Tony Award-winning duo Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (book) revisit their first collaboration to deliver a more intimate and engaging experience – a joyful, colorful SHREK that leans into the humanity in all of us that celebrates our differences. With all-new original direction and choreography by Danny Mefford (Choreographer, Dear Evan Hansen) filled with lush orchestrations, this reimagined production brings the show back to its roots – giving it a new kind of love emphasizing the importance of loving ourselves and one another.

Experience the powerful and poignant opera "Blue," co-produced by Lyric Opera of Chicago, The Glimmerglass Festival, and Washington National Opera. This compelling narrative delves into the life of a Black middle-class family in Harlem, whose aspirations for their teenage son are tragically disrupted when he is shot by a white police officer. The opera features the evocative music of Tony-winning composer Jeanine Tesori, paired with a deeply sensitive libretto by Tazewell Thompson. The production stars the formidable bass Kenneth Kellogg, who has garnered acclaim in previous performances of this work, alongside mezzo-soprano Zoie Reams and baritone Norman Garrett. Sung in English with projected English titles, "Blue" is a moving exploration of contemporary social issues, brought to life through a combination of powerful vocals and dramatic storytelling. The production also includes accessible features such as ASL interpretation, audio-described performances, and touch tours, ensuring an inclusive experience for all audience members.

Blue

Lyric Opera House

Don't miss The Hazlitt Institute's 2024 Musical - Shrek! 

HI Musical: Shrek

Hazlitt Theatre

Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded premieres at the Metropolitan Opera, wrestling with often-overlooked issues created by 21st-century warmaking: the ethical conflicts created by the use of modern military technology and the psychological and emotional toll supposedly safe remote technology takes on our servicepersons. Canadian mezzosoprano Emily D’Angelo stars as the hot-shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out of the cockpit and lands her in Las Vegas, operating a Reaper drone halfway around the world. American tenor Ben Bliss costars as the Wyoming rancher Eric in a production by Michael Mayer that brings this story to life in a high-tech staging which presents a variety of perspectives on the action. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium to conduct Tesori’s kaleidoscopic opera, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to cinemas on October 19.

Metropolitan Opera Encore in HD – Grounded

Ridgefield Playhouse

Grounded wrestles with often-overlooked issues created by 21st-century warmaking: the ethical conflicts created by the use of modern military technology and the psychological and emotional toll supposedly safe remote technology takes on our servicepeople. 

Met Opera: Grounded

University of Warwick

Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded premieres at the Metropolitan Opera, wrestling with often-overlooked issues created by 21st-century warmaking: the ethical conflicts created by the use of modern military technology and the psychological and emotional toll supposedly safe remote technology takes on our servicepeople. Canadian mezzo soprano Emily D’Angelo stars as the hot-shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out of the cockpit and lands her in Las Vegas, operating a Reaper drone halfway around the world. American tenor Ben Bliss costars as the Wyoming rancher Eric in a production by Michael Mayer that brings this story to life in a high-tech staging which presents a variety of perspectives on the action. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium to conduct Tesori’s kaleidoscopic opera, which will be broadcast live from the Met stage to cinemas on October 19.

The Met Live in HD: Grounded (Jeanine Tesori / Libretto by George Brant)

The Capitol Horsham

Two-time Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded, commissioned by the Met and based on librettist George Brant’s acclaimed play, wrestles with the ethical quandaries and psychological toll of 21st-century warfare. Mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo, one of opera’s most compelling young stars, portrays Jess, a hot-shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out of the cockpit and lands her in Las Vegas, operating a Reaper drone halfway around the world. As she struggles to adjust to this new way of doing battle, she fights to maintain her sanity, and her soul, as she is called to rain down death by remote control. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin oversees the Met premiere of Tesori’s kaleidoscopic score and a cast that also features tenor Ben Bliss as the Wyoming rancher who becomes Jess’s husband. Michael Mayer’s high-tech staging, using a vast array of LED screens, presents a variety of perspectives on the action, including the drone’s predatory view from high above.

Grounded

Saratoga Market Center

Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded premieres at the Metropolitan Opera, wrestling with often-overlooked issues created by 21st-century warmaking: the ethical conflicts created by the use of modern military technology and the psychological and emotional toll supposedly safe remote technology takes on our servicepersons. Canadian mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo stars as the hot-shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out of the cockpit and lands her in Las Vegas, operating a Reaper drone halfway around the world. American tenor Ben Bliss costars as the Wyoming rancher Eric in a production by Michael Mayer that brings this story to life in a high-tech staging which presents a variety of perspectives on the action. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium to conduct Tesori’s kaleidoscopic opera, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to cinemas on October 19.

The Met: Live In Hd – Grounded

Guild Hall

Broadway in Hollywood

“Fun Home” is a groundbreaking musical based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. The story introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family—her mother, brothers, and volatile, brilliant, enigmatic father—in surprising new ways. This refreshingly honest musical explores themes of family, identity, and coming of age, offering a poignant look at seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.

ShenanArts

Adler Theatre

**Kimberly Akimbo - A Tony Award-Winning Musical Experience**

Join us for an unforgettable journey with "Kimberly Akimbo," the most Tony Award-winning show of the season, gracing the stage at the prestigious San Diego Civic Theatre. This heartwarming and critically acclaimed musical is set to captivate audiences from October 8th to October 13th, 2024, offering a blend of humor, emotion, and exceptional storytelling that has garnered it 5 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

**About the Show:**
"Kimberly Akimbo" tells the poignant tale of Kimberly, a teenager on the brink of her 16th birthday, navigating the complexities of life in suburban New Jersey amidst family chaos, a rare genetic condition, and the thrill of first love. With a Tony Award-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, and a mesmerizing score by Jeanine Tesori, the show promises an adventure of laughter, tears, and ultimately, hope, directed by the Tony-nominated Jessica Stone.

**Event Details:**
- **Venue:** San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
- **Schedule:**
  - October 8, 2024, at 7:00 pm
  - October 9, 2024, at 7:00 pm
  - October 10, 2024, at 7:30 pm
  - October 11, 2024, at 8:00 pm
  - October 12, 2024, at 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm
  - October 13, 2024, at 1:00 pm and 6:30 pm

**Special Performances:**
For those interested in Open Caption and ASL performances, additional information is available to ensure an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

**Tickets:**
Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary event. Season tickets for our 47th Season, which includes "Kimberly Akimbo," are now available. Secure your seats and be part of a story that celebrates life in all its complexity and beauty.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Broadway San Diego website or contact the San Diego Civic Theatre box office. Join us for a show that promises not just entertainment but a profound exploration of what it means to find joy amidst adversity.

San Diego Civic Theatre

?Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek?? And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who ?nds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle, SHREK THE MUSICAL. This Tony Award®-winning musical brings all the beloved characters from the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks animated ?lm to life.

Raising Cane’s River Center

“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who ﬁnds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle, SHREK THE MUSICAL. This Tony Award®-winning musical brings all the beloved characters from the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks animated ﬁlm to life.

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

"Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…" And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude, and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand...and his name is Shrek.

Perth Theatre

A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), KIMBERLY AKIMBO was named BEST MUSICAL by the New York Drama Critics Circle, The Drama Desk Awards, The Lucille Lortel Awards, and The Outer Critics Circle Awards. KIMBERLY AKIMBO features book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize-winner David Lindsay-Abaire, based on his acclaimed play of the same name; music by Tony Award-winner Jeanine Tesori; choreography by Danny Mefford; and direction by Jessica Stone, KIMBERLY AKIMBO opened on Broadway to unanimous rave reviews on November 10, 2022, following its world premiere at the Atlantic Theater Company in December 2021. 

Denver Center for the Performing Arts

Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favourite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance.

The Pavilion Gardens

Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical.  It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favourite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.

Platform 3 Summer School

Shrek The Musical is the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue.

Starlight Theatre

SHREK THE MUSICAL is a Tony Award®-winning fairy tale adventure featuring songs from Jeanine Tesori (Kimberly Akimbo; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Kimberly Akimbo). Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.

Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

Tony Award–winning conductor and musical director Ted Sperling leads the NY Phil in an irresistible program of Broadway showstoppers, spanning many decades of beloved musicals with vocalists Ashley Brown and Ryan Silverman.

Bravo! Vail: Ted Sperling Conducts Broadway Classics

Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash hit, DreamWorks animated film. This Tony Award®-winning fairy tale musical adventure features songs from Jeanine Tesori (Kimberly Akimbo; Caroline, or Change), a sidesplitting book by Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Kimberly Akimbo) and brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life. USA Today raves, “”Altogether irresistible!” You’ll be a “believer” too as there’s more to the story that meets the ears.

Count Basie Center for the Arts

SHREK The Musical

Clemens Center

"Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who ﬁnds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle, SHREK – THE MUSICAL. This Tony Award®-winning musical brings all the beloved characters from the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks animated ﬁlm to life

Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall

Set in one of the most pivotal times in America's history, the Tony-nominated Caroline, or Change is riveting, moving and awe-inspiring. Featuring a virtuosic score by Jeanine Tesori (Shrek The Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie), it blends blues, gospel, and traditional Jewish melodies, creating a breathtaking medium for Pulitzer Prize-winner Tony Kushner’s (Angels in America) provocative and personal story. Caroline, or Change, produces a valuable theatrical experience that continues to thrill audiences the world over. It is a story that must be shared, will open minds, and change theatergoers for the better.

Caroline, or Change

Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre

Moving between past and present, main character Alison reflects on the memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family along with the discovery of her own sexuality. The winner of 5 Tony Awards, Fun Home’s honest and intimate tale is sure to connect with audience members of all kinds.

SLOC Musical Theater

And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash hit, DreamWorks animated film. This Tony Award®-winning fairy tale musical adventure features songs from Jeanine Tesori (Kimberly Akimbo; Caroline, or Change), a sidesplitting book by Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Kimberly Akimbo) and brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life. USA Today raves, “Altogether irresistible!” You’ll be a “believer” too as there’s more to the story than meets the ears.

In 1963 Louisiana, Caroline is a Black woman working as a maid, and Noah is a Jewish boy coming of age after personal tragedy. Their lives intertwine in this passionate and powerful musical set against the backdrop of the Kennedy assassination, the Civil Rights movement, and two families trying to make sense of the world and each other.  

McCarter Theatre Center

An unforgettable and groundbreaking musical, Fun Home explores the haunting pull of memory and the power it has to alternately destroy, or shape, our identity. Adapted from Alison Bechtel’s groundbreaking graphic novel, Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, wholly original musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.


When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life. Moving between the past and present, Alison relives her unique childhood playing at the family’s Bechdel Funeral Home, her growing understanding of her own sexuality, and the looming, unanswerable questions about her father’s hidden desires. With a score that ranges from exuberant 70s pop to aching melodies and dissonant harmonies of characters longing to be known, Fun Home is the Tony Award-winning story of a daughter and father, of coming out, and coming to terms with a life shaped by a family’s secrets.

Music Mountain Theatre

Louis Armstrong Park

The Kennedy Center is thrilled to present the world premiere of "Grounded," a compelling opera that delves into the moral implications and psychological effects of virtual warfare. This groundbreaking production, commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera and developed by the Metropolitan Opera/Lincoln Center Theater New Works Program, features music by Tony Award-winning composer Jeanine Tesori and a libretto based on the award-winning play by George Brant. 

"Grounded" tells the story of Jess, an accomplished F-16 fighter pilot whose pregnancy reassigns her to a remote-controlled drone program. From a trailer in Las Vegas, Jess navigates the complex terrain of modern warfare, where the lines between the battlefield and home blur, challenging her perceptions of duty, warfare, and family. This opera explores Jess's internal conflict and the psychological toll of conducting war from afar, offering a poignant look at the human cost of technology in combat.

Starring mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo as Jess, the production utilizes massive LED-screen technology to immerse audiences in the psychological and social implications of virtual warfare, making a powerful statement that technological distance from war does not equate to emotional distance. 

The opera runs from October 28 to November 13, 2023, at the Kennedy Center's Opera House, with tickets available in subscriptions. This event not only marks a significant addition to the Washington National Opera's season but also represents a landmark moment in opera, bringing contemporary issues to the forefront of the art form.

The Washington National Opera and the Kennedy Center express their gratitude to all sponsors for their support, emphasizing that the programmatic choices reflect artistic independence, a value deeply respected by both corporate and individual donors. 

Don't miss this world premiere that bridges the gap between modern warfare and opera, promising an unforgettable experience that resonates with contemporary audiences.

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

CYT Nashville is excited to present Shrek the Musical! "Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek...." And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek. You don’t want to miss this high energy show!

Williamson County Performing Arts Center

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Tony Award-winning American actress, singer, and dancer, Sutton Foster, at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. This special event takes place on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 8:00 pm, showcasing the immense talent of Sutton Foster, who has captivated audiences on Broadway, television, and music stages across the country.

Sutton Foster, renowned for her dynamic performances and versatility, has earned critical acclaim for her roles in Broadway revivals such as "The Music Man" and "Anything Goes," as well as her leading role in the TV Land series "Younger." Her performance in "The Music Man" opposite Hugh Jackman garnered her a seventh Tony award nomination and the 2022 Drama League Distinguished Performance Award. Foster's portrayal of Reno Sweeney in "Anything Goes" at the Barbican Theatre in London earned her an Oliver Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical.

As a solo artist, Sutton Foster has toured the country, delighting audiences with songs from her albums, including "Wish," "An Evening with Sutton Foster: Live at the Cafe Carlyle," and "Take Me to the World." Her memoir, "Hooked: How Crafting Saved My Life," reveals intimate stories and reflections on how crafting has been a solace throughout her career.

Ticket prices for this Mahaiwe Member & Youth Discount Event range from $59 for Limited Upper Balcony seats to $129 for Premium seating. Members receive a $5 discount on each ticket, and special pricing is available for individuals ages 30 and under. The member sale begins on Friday, May 26 at noon, followed by the public sale on Wednesday, May 31 at noon.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the extraordinary talent of Sutton Foster in the intimate setting of the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, located at 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center website or call 413-528-0100.

Sutton Foster

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

Alison is 9, begging her father to play with her. She is 19, overcome by the aching and joyous pain of first love. She is 43, an out lesbian hunting for the truth of her brilliant, volatile, and closeted father’s life and death. She is all three at once, trying to untangle the central mystery of her childhood: How did she survive their shared hometown, when her father could not? With a score that ranges from exuberant 70s pop to aching melodies and dissonant harmonies of characters longing to be known, Fun Home is the Tony Award-winning story of a daughter and father, of coming out and coming to terms with a life shaped by a family’s secrets.

Studio Theatre

From the Tony Award-winning composer of Fun Home comes a powerhouse Broadway musical. When Violet hops onto a Greyhound bus traveling across Arkansas towards a miracle in Tulsa, it turns into the journey of a lifetime. “A terrific, heart-stirring musical with tangy flavors of country, gospel, blues and honky-tonk rock.” (NYTimes). 

Violet

TheatreSquared

Students of Dan Callaway’s musical theater voice studio perform a selection of songs from a range of musical theater repertoire.

Studio Recital: Dan Callaway Voice Studio

Boston Conservatory at Berklee

This award winning musical by Jeanie Tesori (Fun Home; Shrek; Caroline, or Change) and Brian Crawley presents the story of a young woman who embarks on a journey to find herself and the meaning of love. As the victim of a devasting accident that has left her face scarred, Violet searches for salvation by traveling to meet someone who might be able to alter her face. What she finds will transform her forever.

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Students of Kerry Deal’s classical and musical theater voice studio perform a selection of songs and duets from the classical and music theater repertoire.

Studio Recital: Kerry Deal Classical and Musical Theater Voice Studio

In Harlem, a couple celebrates the birth of their firstborn—a boy, Black and beautiful. As the mother worries for her son’s future in today’s America, the father wrestles with his role as a police officer, a “Black man in blue.” When the unimaginable happens years later and a white officer kills the son, their deepest fears will come true.

Following its postponement in our 2020–2021 season, WNO presents the long-awaited D.C. premiere of Blue, the “Best New Opera of 2020” (The Music Critics Association of North America). Tony Award®–winning composer Jeanine Tesori and NAACP Theatre Award–winning librettist Tazewell Thompson’s new opera is inspired by contemporary events and Black literature, including Ta-Nehisi Coates’s Between the World and Me and James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time. Jeanine’s signature genre-blending style captures the grief of a community, the bonds of a family, and the vulnerabilities of protecting a child. By giving voice to the joy and pain of families that are often unheard, Blue places timely issues at the forefront of modern opera and invites audiences to the emotional epicenter of their impact.

Kennedy Center

Starting their 26th year of productions, the award-winning Star Bright Players will present 5 performances of Shrek the Musical under the direction of Blandina Vergara-Cruz, with musical direction by Cassie Stone and choreography by Claire Hamblen. 

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.

Based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir, <em>Fun Home</em> hits home in a powerful and rapturous way.  This groundbreaking musical explores Alison’s life at three different ages, delving into her journey to discover her sexuality and the relationship with her hot-tempered father with hidden desires and secrets of his own. 42nd Street Moon is proud to present the Bay Area regional premiere of this five-time Tony Award winning masterwork.

Gateway Theatre

Celebrate the arrival of the new year with a dazzling New Year’s concert at the Opera House. As the year draws to a close, the Royal Danish Theatre invites audiences to a grand musical celebration, with the Royal Danish Orchestra performing on the Opera’s Main Stage.

New Year’s Concert at the Opera House 2025

The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Caroline or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage, and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears.

Malthouse Theatre

The 2023 Tony-winner for best musical, based on David Lindsay-Abaire’s play of the same title, revolves around a teenage girl named Kimberly Levaco, who suffers from a condition that rapidly accelerates the aging process. Before she has had a chance to venture forth into the world as an adult, she finds herself turning into an old woman. Her story, unfolding like a dark fairy tale, is as whimsical as it is piercing. Yet the effect is powerfully life-affirming in the way it reminds audiences of the preciousness of the time we have at hand. Full of quirky humor and social satire on grownup immaturity, the musical features a score by Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (lyrics) that will leave you both grinning and deeply touched.

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

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® nominated director Jessica Stone (Water for Elephants).

Wharton Center for Performing Arts

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-nominated director Jessica Stone (Water for Elephants).

Composer

Jeanine Tesori

Events

Upcoming events

30 - 31 Dec, 2025

New Year’s Concert at the Opera House 2025 · Royal Danish Orchestra

19 - 21 Feb, 2026

Shrek The Musical · The Malthouse Theatre

3 - 8 Mar, 2026

Kimberly Akimbo · Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

10 - 15 Mar, 2026

Kimberly Akimbo · Wharton Center for Performing Arts

5 - 10 May, 2026

Kimberly Akimbo · Providence Performing Arts Center

Past events

19 - 23 Nov, 2025

Kimberly Akimbo · Straz Center for the Performing Arts

14 - 19 Oct, 2025

Kimberly Akimbo · The Fox Theatre Atlanta

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