MEET THE CAST of “KIMBERLY AKIMBO” Opening October 1st @sidtheatre Kirsten Harris as Kimber Levaco Kirsten began her theatre journey at the age of 65, debuting as the Judge in Courtenay Little Theatre’s Witness for the Prosecution (2019). She went on to play Sneezy in CLT’s Snow White and continues to enjoy exploring new roles and productions. Max Wallace as Buddy Levaco Max grew up in southern Ontario and moved to B.C. as a teenager, where he studied Theatre at Studio 58 in Vancouver. This is his second play with CLT (Hedda Gabler, 2019) after moving to the Comox Valley with his on and off stage wife (Anthea Morritt) seven years ago. He has loved taking on this lovingly dysfunctional family with this wonderful cast! Allyson Leet as Debra Allyson Leet is a local actor and acting coach who is excited to bring the character of Debra to life. This is her first non musical stage appearance in over 10 years! You may known her from her past Courtenay Little Theatre credits such as Tweedle Dee (Alice in Wonderland ) , Evil Queen (Snow White) , Ursula (The Little Mermaid) and Joy - Evil Stepsister (Cinderella). Select film and tv credits include - The Irrational (NBC), Young Aurora Teagarden (Hallmark) and Lucky Hank (AMC). Anthea Morritt as Pattie Levaco Anthea is a graduate of the Studio 58 Theatre Arts program and moved back to the Comox Valley from Vancouver seven years ago. She got her start performing with CLT when she was in high school and has loved having the chance to be a part of the Comox Valley Theatre Community once again! Mezzo Waite as Jeff Mezzo is a current drama student at Highland Secondary, where they study under Lisa Williams. They have been involved in numerous productions across the Comox Valley through RYT, SD71, CYMC, and Courtenay Little Theatre, and even stage managed Highland’s one-act Girls Like That, which was featured at the NTS BC Provincial Drama Festival in May. (fb)

CLT’s 65th Season Opens with Darkly Funny and Moving “Kimberly Akimbo” at the Sid Williams Theatre Courtenay Little Theatre is thrilled to open its milestone 65th season with Kimberly Akimbo — a darkly funny, heartwarming play by Pulitzer Prize–winning writer David Lindsay-Abaire. Running October 1–5 at the Sid Williams Theatre, this smart, off-beat, comedy is about growing up — and growing old. Set in 1999 New Jersey, the story follows Kimberly Levaco, a lippy 16-year-old who just happens to look like she’s 72 due to a rare genetic condition. Between family dysfunction, a first crush, and a scheme that may or may not involve a crime, Kimberly must figure out how to live life to the fullest — fast. Director Lisa Williams has assembled a powerhouse cast of five talented local actors: • Kirsten Harris as Kimberly, a teenager with an edgy sense of humour and zest for life • Mezzo Waite as Jeff, her nerdy friend and unlikely accomplice • Max Wallace as Buddy, Kim’s well-meaning but often-drunk dad • Anthea Morritt as Pattie, her very pregnant, very dramatic mom • Allyson Leet as Aunt Debra, a fast-talking scam artist with a heart and a plan The cast says Comox Valley audiences will recognize themselves and their families on stage. “Life is fleeting,” says Harris. “Every family will see someone they recognize on stage.” Castmates agree that the play’s mix of humor and heart is what makes it unforgettable. “I think people will relate to the real life dynamic of this dysfunctional but loving family” says Wallace. Morritt calls the show “both a comedy and a drama,” comparing to the TV series Shameless. Waite adds “It plays on the meaning of what youth is both in casting and writing.” Leet sums it up: “This show deals with real, deep, and relatable family relationships and…. following your dreams - in a funny, and strange way.” With its mix of laugh-out-loud comedy and gut-punch emotion, Kimberly Akimbo has been called a “gem of a show” that resonates with teens and adults alike. Tickets are on sale now at sidwilliamstheatre.com or by email (tickets@sidtheatre.com) or phone (250-338-2430). Don’t miss four evening performances (Oct. 1–4) plus a final Sunday matinée (Oct. 5). (fb)