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 more...
Kaye Ballard graced the stage as Mrs. Brice in the 2002 Actors' Fund Concert of Funny Girl, showcasing her enduring talent in musical theatre. more...
Gary Beach, renowned for his Tony Award-winning performance as Roger DeBris in "The Producers," brought his extensive Broadway experience to the cast of "Funny Girl," showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor. more...
Len Cariou, renowned for his Tony Award-winning role as Sweeney Todd in the original 1979 production, has had a distinguished career on stage and screen, although he was not part of the cast of Funny Girl. more...
Carolee Carmello, a celebrated three-time Tony Award nominee, graced the stage in "Funny Girl" with a wealth of experience, having previously captivated audiences in productions such as "Finding Neverland" and "1776." more...
Kristin Chenoweth, known for her Emmy and Tony Award-winning performances, has had a remarkable career across various entertainment mediums, including her celebrated return to Broadway for a concert engagement to honor the release of her album "For The Girls," which paid tribute to iconic female singers, including the legendary Barbra Streisand, who famously starred in the original Broadway production of "Funny Girl." more...
Sutton Foster, known for her Tony Award-winning performances in Anything Goes and Thoroughly Modern Millie, has graced the stage in a variety of Broadway productions, including a past role in the classic musical Les Misérables. more...
Peter Gallagher, known for his diverse career in film, television, and theatre, previously graced the Broadway stage in productions such as "Guys and Dolls" and "Long Day’s Journey Into Night," bringing his acclaimed talent to the vibrant world of "Funny Girl." more...
Ana Gasteyer, known for her comedic prowess and musical talent, brought her unique flair to the stage in past productions, including her role in the Broadway revival of The Threepenny Opera, and her portrayal of Elphaba in Wicked, showcasing her versatility and strong presence in the theater world. more...
Whoopi Goldberg, a celebrated EGOT winner, has graced the Broadway stage with her acclaimed performances, including her early one-woman show "Whoopi Goldberg," and has left a lasting impact on the entertainment world with her diverse talents, including her involvement in productions like "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum." more...
MaryAnn Hu, who previously graced the Broadway stage in "The King and I," brought her talents to the cast of "Funny Girl," showcasing her versatile performance skills. more...
Spencer Kayden, known for her acclaimed performance in "Urinetown" on Broadway, brought her versatile talents to the stage in "Funny Girl," showcasing her extensive experience from both regional theatre and television. more...
Jane Krakowski, known for her award-winning performances on stage and screen, graced Broadway in the past with her Tony-winning role as Carla in the musical Nine and earned acclaim for her portrayal in the Roundabout Theater Company’s production of She Loves Me. more...
Judy Kuhn, known for her Tony-nominated performances in Broadway classics such as Les Miserables and Chess, has also graced the stage in productions like Fiddler on the Roof, and though she was not in Funny Girl, her extensive musical theater experience highlights the caliber of talent associated with such iconic shows. more...
Andrea Martin, renowned for her versatile performances on stage and screen, brought her Tony-winning talent to the Broadway stage in the past with a remarkable role in "Pippin," showcasing her exceptional comedic and dramatic abilities that have also graced productions like "My Favorite Year" and "Noises Off." more...
Idina Menzel, known for her Tony-winning performances and her role in the original Broadway cast of Rent, has an extensive theater background, although she was not part of the cast of Funny Girl in its past productions. more...
Julia Murney, known for her acclaimed performance as Elphaba in Wicked, brings her extensive Broadway and regional theater experience to the stage, having also been featured in productions like The Wild Party and A Class Act, and her versatile talents have graced both concert halls and television screens across the nation. more...
Bebe Neuwirth, a versatile performer known for her remarkable achievements across theater, television, and film, has made history in Broadway's "Chicago" by being the only actress to have played all three leading roles—Velma, Roxie, and Mama Morton—on the Great White Way. more...
Alice Playten, renowned for her versatile talents on stage and screen, was a celebrated actress who, despite not being directly associated with "Funny Girl," left an indelible mark on Broadway with her acclaimed performances in musicals such as "Gypsy" and "Seesaw," the latter earning her a Tony nomination. more...
John Scherer, a Carnegie Mellon University graduate, has an impressive theater background, including past performances in Broadway productions such as Lovemusik, By Jeeves, and Sunset Boulevard, and has showcased his versatility in regional theaters like the Goodspeed Opera House, where he recently appeared in the critically acclaimed production of The Drowsy Chaperone. more...
Lillias White, known for her award-winning performance in The Life, has graced Broadway stages in numerous productions, including her role as Matron "Mama" Morton in Chicago, which she reprised in the Fall of 2021 after her initial appearance in 2006. more...
Production Team
Rob Bissinger Scenic Designer
Jeff Johnson Doherty Costume Designer
Peter Flynn Director
Cynthia J. Hawkins Sound Designer
Devanand N. Janki Choreographer
Seth Rudetsky Musical Director
Robert Tatad Choreographer
Martin Vreeland Lighting Designer
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