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Audible Theater to Bring Todd Almond’s “I’m Almost There” to New York City

The artwork for Todd Almond’s "I’m Almost There" against a dark background. The art for "I’m Almost There" features Almond running through a city park in winter while holding an umbrella. A yellow outline of a sword is in his other hand. A similar outline of a small pair of wings is on his front foot.

Audible and Francesca Moody Productions are pleased to present the New York premiere of I’m Almost There, written and performed by Todd Almond and directed by David Cromer, following its acclaimed limited run at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. I’m Almost There was originally commissioned by Audible. The show will also be recorded live from Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre and released on Audible at a later date, extending its reach to millions of listeners around the world.

I’m Almost There will play eight live performances only at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre (18 Minetta Lane, between MacDougal & 6th Avenue – one block south of W. 3rd Street), Audible’s creative home for live performances in New York, from Thursday, September 26 – Saturday, October 5.

Almond was recently seen on stage at the Minetta Lane with Laura Benanti in her comedy show Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares, for which he co-created original songs and music directed. Cromer recently directed Audible Theater’s multi-award-winning musical Dead Outlaw, which also ran at the Minetta Lane.

Watch Almond perform two songs from I’m Almost There, “You’re Never Going to Believe This” and “Almost Halfway There,” here.

Love at first sight is easy; letting it through the front door is a goddamn Odyssey. All he wants to do is let the perfect man in, but can he overcome his unhinged neighbor, a seductive cult, a self-obsessed vampire, and a cat intent on dragging him to hell? From Audible and the award-winning producers of “Fleabag” and “Baby Reindeer,” directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, I’m Almost There is acclaimed performer, songwriter, and playwright Todd Almond’s rueful, hilarious and poignant modern love story in song about a man crossing a sea of doubts to find happiness… and good coffee.

Kate Navin, Audible Head of Creative Development, North America, said: “Following our successful premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, a renowned launchpad for innovative storytelling, we’re honored to bring Todd Almond’s musical odyssey to the Minetta Lane Theatre for its New York debut followed by a global audio release on Audible. The unique trajectory of I’m Almost There spotlights Todd’s brilliant artistry across mediums and underscores Audible's commitment to presenting original work both on the stage and in audio. Together with our visionary collaborator Francesca Moody and stellar creative team led by David Cromer, we can’t wait for more audiences to experience this charming and clever love story.”

Joining Almond on stage are Erin Hill (harp and vocals) and Luke McCrosson (bass). The creative team includes Jonathan Mastro (music supervisor), David Hyman (costume design), Stacey Derosier (lighting design), Christopher Darbassie (sound design), and Ani Taj (associate director). Technical supervision is by Beacon Theatrical Services with general management by Baseline Theatrical’s Jonathan Whitton.

Tickets are on sale now at www.audible.com/minettalane.

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