Marla Mindelle and Josh Sharp Set for Off-Broadway Holiday Spoof A Kidman Carol
A Kidman Carol will begin a six-week off-Broadway run at New World Stages on November 16, with opening night on November 30. Marla Mindelle will portray Nicole Kidman opposite Josh Sharp as Cate Blanchett in the holiday comedy written by Kevin Zak and directed by Skylar Fox. The show follows a Scrooge-like Cate Blanchett who is visited by three spirits of Nicole Kidman during awards season.
After a prior developmental engagement sold out, A Kidman Carol moves Off-Broadway for a six-week limited run at New World Stages. Performances begin Nov. 16, opening night is Nov. 30, and the engagement ends Dec. 30. Kevin Zak wrote it; Skylar Fox directs.
Marla Mindelle, a Tony nominee and Olivier winner, plays Nicole Kidman, while Josh Sharp, a Drama Desk nominee, plays Cate Blanchett. More cast members will be named later. The plot sends a Scrooge-like Blanchett through past, present, and future during awards season, guided by three Kidman spirits.
This production may draw theatergoers who enjoy celebrity parody and holiday programming, potentially boosting Off-Broadway attendance during the season. Fans of Mindelle and Sharp could discover New World Stages. Its awards-season satire may resonate with entertainment-industry audiences, though its niche humor could limit broader appeal. It may also add to conversations about fan culture and celebrity personas, but impact likely remains cultural and commercial rather than societal.