British actress and director, Olivier-winner, famed for Ragtime, Passion, Merrily We Roll Along; EastEnders alum; current work includes stage directing and acting projects.
The Hampstead Theatre hosts the UK premiere of Kimberly Akimbo, a musical about a teenage girl aging four times faster than her peers. Maria Friedman embodies Kimberly with warmth and verve, as Tesori and Lindsay-Abaire balance comedy with a life-shortening truth. The show navigates family chaos, memorable songs, and a story that remains buoyant despite its gravity.