Funny Girl 1966 - Articles Page 2.6

Ages: 10+
Opened: April 13, 1966

Funny Girl - 1966 - West End History , Info & More

Prince of Wales Theatre
(Piccadilly Circus) Coventry Street London

Based on an original story by Isobel Lennart

Funny Girl is the semi-autobiographical tale of Fanny Brice's meteoric rise to fame and her stormy relationship with Nick Arnstein, a wealthy and charming gambler. From her start as a gawky Brooklyn teen fast-talking her way into show business to becoming the toast of New York to the unraveling of her personal life, Funny Girl is a stunning, richly told tour de force about one of Broadway's biggest stars. The endearing, poignant musical features a parade of great tunes including "People" and "Don't Rain on My Parade".

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BWW Exclusive: THE 91 GREATEST STEPHEN SONDHEIM SONGS - In Honor of Mr. Sondheim's Birthday
by Peter Nason - Mar 18, 2021


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 91 greatest Sondheim songs from stage, screen and beyond. See if your favorites made the cut! What's at #1?

Student Blog: Letters from a Nobody in New York #3: My Top 5 Golden Age Tunes for Auditions!
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Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert's ALL THE GIRLS Out Today on CD
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PS CLASSICS has announced the release of All the Girls – the new album from Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert – on CD online and in stores today, Friday, March 5. It was released in digital and streaming formats in December. The album marks the final recording by Ms. Luker, a Broadway luminary for over 30 years, who passed away late last year.

Celebrating Women's History Month: Women in Theatre Through the Decades: 1960s-1970s
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2021


With Women in Theatre Through the Decades, we will be highlighting the vital role that women have played in theatre history, showcasing those who paved the way and who continue to make history today. This week, we are highlighting the accomplishments of women in theatre throughout the 1960s and the 1970s!

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Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert's ALL THE GIRLS Album Set to be Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2020


PS CLASSICS will release All the Girls – the new album from Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert – on Friday, December 25 in digital and streaming formats. A CD will be available on Friday, January 15, 2021. The pair have recorded a celebration of womanhood in all its complexities and expressions.

Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, October 14- with Kate Rockwell, Jenn Colella, Chilina Kennedy, and More!
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by Nicole Rosky - Oct 12, 2020


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BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest Musical Theatre Characters (1940-2020)
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by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2020


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by Peter Nason - Apr 22, 2020


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Bob Mackie, Lanie Kazan And Jerry Mathers To Take The Stage at CVRep Playhouse This Season
by Kay Kudukis - Dec 11, 2019


CVRep announces its Luminary Luncheon Schedule for 2020, featuring a special subscription pass price for all 3 shows! Subscription price is $150 or $55 per luncheon. All Luminary Luncheons will be held at Agua Caliente Resort Casino at 32250 Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage, and will follow the successful luncheon and interview format of past luminary events.

Other Productions of Funny Girl

1964   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1966   West End London Production
West End
1986   Off-Off-Broadway Equity Library Theatre Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
2001   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2002   Broadway Actors' Fund Concert
Broadway
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2015   West End Menier Chocolate Factory West End Revival Production
West End
2016   West End Menier Chocolate Factory West End Transfer
West End
2022   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2023   US Tour North American Tour
US Tour

Funny Girl - 1966 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1966 Evening Standard Awards Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical 0

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