Carey Anderson, the Broadway star who is best known for participating in the production of Mamma Mia! is set to join the company of the Tony-winning show called Avenue Q starting on July 8. He will assume the roles of Kate Monster and Lucy. She joins a cast that currently includes Christian Anderson, Jennifer Barnhart and Howie Michael. Anderson has also been seen in the productions of The Girlfriend and My Favorite Year and Abbey Victoria. Avenue Q features music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx and features a cast of puppets that were conceived and designed by original cast member Rick Lyon.
Avenue Q began previews at the Golden Theater on July 10, 2003 and it officially opened on July 31. The musical won 2004 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score. This is a hilarious show that will surprise you as you sit in the theater. Be sure to tell all of your friends and family members about the production and get your own pair of Avenue Q tickets.