APPLETON, Wis. — Jim Hogan’s very first date with his now-fiance and fellow cast member, Emily Koch, took place right here in Appleton back in 2018.
The two shared a meal at RYE on College Avenue, which happens to be just down the street from the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, while performing with the national tour of Waitress.
Now, Hogan and Koch have returned with the touring production of Kimberly Akimbo, which visits the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center March 3–8.
During a recent appearance on Focus Fox Valley, Hogan reflected on his musical roots and what it means to portray Buddy, Kimberly’s father.
About Kimberly Akimbo
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.
Family Notes
- Recommended for ages 13 and up
- Children under 5 are not permitted
- Contains strong language, crude humor, references to alcohol use, and authentic New Jersey vernacular
