“Michele's performance in 'Funny Girl' is one of the top five musical theater performances I've seen in my lifetime.”
Los Angeles Times StaffFull Review
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Funny Girl
August Wilson Theatre · Opened Apr 24, 2022 · Closed Sep 3, 2023 · Ran for 1 year, 5 months
Critics' Take
Critics are sharply divided on this revival, with Beanie Feldstein's casting as a major sticking point—many find her vocally miscast. Lea Michele's later takeover earns considerably warmer reviews, with praise for her commanding performance.
Critic Scorecard
38 reviewsSort:
“Funny Girl is a brilliant work, and with Feldstein, radiates pure theatrical joy.”
“I have no doubt that Funny Girl will experience a lengthy extended run—to return again to see either Michele or her understudy, Julie Benko, would truly be a treat.”
“Lea Michele in Funny Girl on Broadway is the theatre event of the season. It's live theatre at its finest.”
“To see the woman, 36, who grew up in Tenafly, own the stage at the Theatre is to see someone in the part of a lifetime.”
Audience Scorecard
4.8K audience reviews
B
Shrugging
Awards Scorecard
2020-21 season29
Nominated
Nominated for Best Featured Actor (Musical)
Drama Desk:3 nomsDrama League:2 noms
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicAll Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Funny Girl?
Critics are sharply divided on this revival, with Beanie Feldstein's casting as a major sticking point—many find her vocally miscast. Lea Michele's later takeover earns considerably warmer reviews, with praise for her commanding performance. (CriticScore 63/100 from 38 reviews.)
Is Funny Girl worth seeing?
Only if you're a devoted fan. Critics are mixed on Funny Girl (63/100 from 38 reviews). Most suggest you could skip it.
What is the CriticScore for Funny Girl?
Funny Girl has a CriticScore of 63/100 based on 38 professional reviews. This show is rated "Mixed".
Is Funny Girl still running on Broadway?
No, Funny Girl has closed. It played at August Wilson Theatre and closed on September 3, 2023.
Theater Scorecard
Typical VenueThe August Wilson Theatre offers good sightlines from most seats, although the rake isn't steep, which can cause issues if seated behind taller patrons. The theater has average comfort with decent legroom but tight seats. Its Italian-inspired design and cozy feel enhance the ambiance, making it a pleasant venue overall. Facilities are adequate, with standard amenities and helpful staff.
Original Broadway Cast
- Beanie FeldsteinFanny Brice
- Jared GrimesEddie RyanNom: Featured Actor (Musical)
- Ramin KarimlooNick Arnstein
- Jane LynchMrs. Brice
- Ephie AardemaEmma
- Debra CardonaMrs. MeekerBroadway debut
- Toni DiBuonoMrs. Strakosh
- Peter Francis JamesFlorenz Ziegfeld
Notable Replacements
- Julie BenkoFanny BriceAt Thursday performances
- Tovah FeldshuhMrs. Brice
- Lea MicheleFanny Brice
- Michael MastroTom Keeney
- Paolo MontalbanFlorenz Ziegfeld
- Martin MoranTom Keeney
- Anne L. NathanMrs. Strakosh
- Daniel BeemanPiano Player
Creative Team
- Michael MayerDirector
- Isobel LennartBook
- Harvey FiersteinBook
- Michael RafterMusic Supervision & Direction
- Bob MerrillLyrics
- Jule StyneMusic
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 63/100 (38 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Apr 24, 2022
- Closed
- Sep 3, 2023
- Run Length
- 1 year, 5 months
- Runtime
- Synopsis
- Fanny Brice, a young Jewish woman with an extraordinary talent, dreams of becoming a star. As she rises to fame and success on the stage, her tumultuous relationship with her charming but unreliable husband, Nick Arnstein, takes center stage, leading to a bittersweet journey of love, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of the limelight.
- Data Last Updated
- September 13, 2026
