Tangent Talks - Kimberly Akimbo

Description

Get the story behind the story with the State Theatre Company South Australia's  Tangent Talks event at the State Library. Join us for a drink and a panel discussion to explore themes of the next State Theatre play.

Kimberly Akimbo is the musical that took Broadway by storm. It won countless hearts and raked in five Tony awards including Best Musical, with music by Jeanine Tesori (Shrek) and book by David Lindsay-Abaire (Ripcord).

This Australian premiere directed by four-time Helpmann Award-winner and former Artistic Director, Mitchell Butel and starring Australian stage icons Marina Prior, Casey Donovan, Nathan O’Keefe and Christie Whelan Browne, brims with infectious energy and tunes that soar. This new musical transcends generations with laughter, love and a poignant reminder of life’s fleeting moments.

Panelist names will be released a few weeks before the event.

How to book

Tickets are just $10 and include a glass of wine.

Access Tangent Talks booking links via the State Theatre Company's website closer to the date of the event.

FAQs

How do I get to the State Library by public transport?

The 'State Library, Art Gallery, Museum' tram-stop is just outside the State Library. There are bus stops close by, near the War Memorial on North Terrace. The closest train station is the Adelaide city station on North Terrace.

You can plan your journey via Adelaide Metro.

Is there car parking near the State Library?

The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.

There is paid (metered) street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.

Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?

Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.

There is on-street disabled parking available on the nearby roads. View more information and maps of Adelaide City Council's Disability parking for permit holders.

How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?

The Mortlock Chamber may close for private events, check our opening hours for any closure times.

When it is open you can visit the Mortlock Chamber on the ground floor to look at the exhibition bays.  The upper levels of the Mortlock Wing include quiet study areas.

Is there a cafe at the State Library?

Yes, the State Library Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 12 to 4pm.

Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.