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Fanny Brice

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

BIO

Fanny Brice, the legendary Jewish comedienne, Ziegfeld Follies/Broadway star, recording artist, and film actress extraordinaire. One of the most popular radio stars of all time, Fanny was the voice of “Baby Snooks” on air for 25 years and even better known as the inspiration for “Funny Girl."

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 1936
Mrs. Phoebe Schwartz

"Modernistic Moe" Singer

Zuleika

"He Hasn't A Thing Except Me" Singer

Baby Snooks

Norma Shaeffer

Ruby Blondell

Myrtle Oppenshaw

Mrs. Phoebe Schwartz

Zuleika

Baby Snooks

Ruby Blondell

Myrtle Oppenshaw

Norma Shaeffer

"He Hasn't A Thing Except Me" Singer

"Modernistic Moe" Singer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1936
Ruby Blondell

Zuleika

Norma Shaeffer

"He Hasn't A Thing Except Me" Singer

"Modernistic Moe" Singer

Performer

Baby Snooks

Myrtle Oppenshaw

Ruby Blondell

"He Hasn't A Thing Except Me" Singer

"Modernistic Moe" Singer

Performer

Norma Shaeffer

Myrtle Oppenshaw

Zuleika

Baby Snooks

[Broadway]
1934
"Sarah, The Sunshine Girl" Singer

Annie

Julia

Baby Snooks

Performer

"Countess Dubinsky" Singer

"Soul Saving Sadie" Singer

Julia

"Soul Saving Sadie" Singer

"Sarah, The Sunshine Girl" Singer

Performer

"Countess Dubinsky" Singer

Annie

Baby Snooks

[Broadway]
1931
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1930


[Broadway]
1929
Marchesa Vera Di Livio


[Broadway]
1926
Fanny Fiebaum


[Broadway]
1924
Performer


[Broadway]
1921
Principal

Performer

Principal

Performer

[Broadway]
1920


[Broadway]
1918
Dora


[Broadway]
1917
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1913
Marcelle


[Broadway]
1911
Performer


Movies

Everybody Sing
[ 1938 ] Olga Chekaloff
Ziegfeld Follies
[ 1945 ] Norma EdelmanA Sweepstakes Ticket

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FUNNY GIRL to Open at Shaw Festival Starring Sara Farb as Fanny Brice
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026

The Shaw Festival's production of Funny Girl, starring Sara Farb as Fanny Brice, is running at the Festival Theatre in Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON this spring.
SPRING AWAKENING Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2026

Two decades after Spring Awakening first premiered on Broadway, BroadwayWorld is taking a look back at what the cast of this era-defining musical, including Lea Michele, Jonathan Groff, and more has been up to.
FUNNY GIRL Will Be Presented by Lakewood Theatre Company This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026

Lakewood Theatre Company will present FUNNY GIRL in Lake Oswego. The production will star Melissa Gale as Fanny Brice and feature a full ensemble cast. Performances will take place at the Lakewood Center for the Arts
Meet the Cast of THE LOST BOYS, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of the new musical THE LOST BOYS. The production will open on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at The Palace Theatre. Meet the cast of THE LOST BOYS here!
Shakespeare Project of Chicago Will Present DEAR RHODA at Local Libraries
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026

The Shakespeare Project of Chicago will present DEAR RHODA, a historical play exploring a poignant love story set in the 1920s, with free performances scheduled for March 20, 22, and 23 at various Chicago-area libraries. The play, directed by Peter Garino, features a trunk of letters that unveil the long-distance romance between Rhoda Katz and Jerry Nedwick, set against the backdrop of Chicago's bohemian underground. The cast includes notable characters portrayed by local actors, with live music
East Lynne Theater Company Reveals Five-Show Mainstage Season at the Clemans Theater for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026

Cape May’s Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company has revealed its first-ever five-show Mainstage Season for 2026. Performances will take place at the company’s new home, the Clemans Theater for the Arts at the Allen AME on Franklin Street.
FUNNY GIRL, COME FROM AWAY, and More Join The Gateway's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

The Gateway has announced its 77th Season, an electrifying lineup of Broadway favorites, iconic music, and powerful true stories that celebrate connection, resilience, and the transformative power of live theatre.
Interview: Kennedy Wilson of FUNNY GIRL at Footlite Musicals
by Lawana Penrod - Mar 4, 2026

The classic musical Funny Girl tells the story of Fanny Brice, a talented but unconventional young woman who quickly rises from chorus girl to a true Broadway star through her own determination and comedic brilliance. Along the way, her soaring career contrasts with the complicated romance between her and Nick Arnstein, forcing Fanny to choose between love and the spotlight. 
Video: Shoshana Bean Duets With Pink on Her Song 'Let Me Believe'
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Shoshana Bean dished on showing her totally unfiltered self on her new album 'Only Smoke.' Then, she took to the stage alongside Pink to perform a duet of her new song 'Let Me Believe.' Check out the video here!
Weston Theater Company Reveals 90th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026

Weston Theater Company will mark its 90th anniversary with a season featuring four summer productions and the launch of Spotlight Sessions and a New Works Development Initiative in Vermont.
Photos: Julie Benko Celebrates Album Release With EUPHONIC GUMBO’S MARDI GRAS SPECTACULAR At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

Broadway and cabaret performer Julie Benko celebrated the release of her new album on Club44 Records with EUPHONIC GUMBO’S MARDI GRAS SPECTACULAR at Birdland. See photos from the show.
Review: Julie Benko: EUPHONIC GUMBO Celebrates Mardi Gras at Birdland Jazz
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 24, 2026

Broadway's Julie Benko came marching in to Birdland Jazz for 'Euophonic Gumbo,' her new album (and band name) with husband Jason Yeager, celebrating Mardi Gras and her new album.
THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE World Premiere to Open at Theatre Calgary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026

Theatre Calgary, in partnership with Somerled Arts, will open the World Premiere musical The Tale of the Gifted Prince, with book & lyrics by Lezlie Wade and music by Daniel Green.
West End FUNNY GIRL Starring Sheridan Smith Comes to Cinemas for 10th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

To mark the production's West End anniversary, Liberator Film is bringing the film of this award-winning production to cinemas across the UK and Ireland for a limited run starting on 30 April.  
Student Blog: Every Time I Thought Theater Wasn’t for Me, It Proved Me Wrong
by Student Blogger: Anna Porter - Feb 9, 2026

Even though hardship and failure may show up in different forms, I’ve proven to myself over the years that I have all of the tools to get through them. And every time, I’ve emerged on the other side, greeted by new opportunities that I never saw coming.
Beanie Feldstein Joins ELSBETH Season 3 as Guest Star
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 29, 2026

Beanie Feldstein is the latest Broadway star set to appear on the CBS series Elsbeth. Currently on a mid-winter break, she will be featured as a guest star in a future Season 4 episode of the fan-favorite series.
See Linda Eder and Billy Stritch and More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder with Billy Stritch, Ute Lemper and more. 
Listen: Katerina McCrimmon Debuts Cole Porter Single From Debut Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 23, 2026

Musical theater performer Katerina McCrimmon has released “Night and Day,” her new, jazzy take on the Cole Porter standard taken from her forthcoming debut album. Listen to it now.
Review: Debi Toni Serves Laughs and Vocals With DOUBLE TROUBLE at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Jan 23, 2026

A - She's Adorable. And she's back in New York to stake her claim.
Meet the Next On Stage Finalists: Ava Greenberg
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 16, 2026

Just weeks ago we learned which talented contestants will move forward to the finale of Next On Stage, sponsored by AMDA and Atlantic Acting School! The Top 3 are getting ready to show us what they've got in New York City, as they prepare to perform at the famed 54 Below.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Fanny Brice been in?

Fanny Brice has appeared on Broadway in 19 shows.

How many West End shows has Fanny Brice been in?

Fanny Brice has not appeared in the West End

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