David Lindsay-Abaire — KIMBERLY AKIMBO
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Join playwright and lyricist David Lindsay-Abaire for a "Great Adventure" through the process of adapting his play 2001 play Kimberly Akimbo into the 5-time Tony-winning Broadway musical! Lindsay-Abaire breaks down his acclaimed collaboration with composer Jeanine Tesori, his evolving approach to depicting chronic illness onstage, and his personal passion for anagrams. Don't miss The Present Stage "This Time" around!
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