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Run Time:
One hour and 45 minutes, no intermission
Opened: April 19, 2015
Closing: September 10, 2016

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Circle in the Square (Broadway)
1633 Broadway at 50th St. New York, NY

Based on Alison Bechdel's best-selling graphic memoir of the same name, Fun Home, the 2015 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, features music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, and direction by Sam Gold, all of whom won 2015 Tony Awards for their work on this production. Fun Home began previews March 27, 2015 and opened to rave reviews at the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street) on Sunday, April 19, 2015.

Featuring a cast led by 2015 Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris, as well as 2015 Tony Award nominees Judy Kuhn, Beth Malone, Sydney Lucas and Emily Skeggs, Fun Home also features Roberta Colindrez, Zell Steele Morrow, Joel Perez, Oscar Williams, Lauren Patten, Gabriella Pizzolo, Marrick Smith, Jim Stanek, and Nicole Van Giesen.

Fun Home introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family- her mother, brothers and volatile, brilliant, enigmatic father- that connect with her in surprising new ways. This intimate and emotional theatrical experience is performed entirely in the round, bringing audiences closer to Alison's story than ever before. Hailed as "the best musical of the season" by both The New York Times and New York Magazine, Fun Home "demonstrates how much our world has changed and reflects just how far we've come" (The Wall Street Journal). Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, wholly original musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.

Fun Home was also nominated for 2015 Tony Awards for Best Scenic Design of Musical (David Zinn), Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Ben Stanton) and Best Orchestrations (John Clancy). The creative team also includes Danny Mefford (Choreography), Kai Harada (Sound Design), and Chris Fenwick (Music Direction).


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Tony Nominee Rebecca Luker Steps in for Judy Kuhn in FUN HOME, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 5, 2016


Three-time Tony Award nominee Rebecca Luker joins the cast of Fun Home, the groundbreaking and Tony Award-winning Best Musical, as Helen Bechdel, for a limited time beginning tonight, April 5, through May 22, 2016.

FUN HOME Star Performs at NLGJA's 2016 NY 'Headlines & Headliners' Benefit Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2016


NLGJA, The Association of LGBT Journalists, is honored to announce that Gio Benitez, ABC News correspondent, LZ Granderson, ESPN Senior Writer and ABC News contributor, will share hosting duties at its 21st Headlines & Headliners benefit in New York tonight, March 31.

STAGE TUBE: Alison Bechdel Animates New Frames for Fresh FUN HOME TV Spot
by Stage Tube - March 29, 2016


A new live-action/animated TV spot for Broadway's Fun Home features new drawings by graphic artist Alison Bechdel, whose memoir inspired the Tony-winning musical. The ad is titled 'Welcome' and captures the up-close, intimate nature of the show. Check it out below before it starts airing on TV tomorrow!

FUN HOME Star to Perform at NLGJA's 2016 NY 'Headlines & Headliners' Benefit
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2016


NLGJA, The Association of LGBT Journalists, is honored to announce that Gio Benitez, ABC News correspondent, LZ Granderson, ESPN Senior Writer and ABC News contributor, will share hosting duties at its 21st Headlines & Headliners benefit in New York on Thursday, March 31.

BWW Interview: Wife Swap! Rebecca Luker Gets Ready to Take Residence at FUN HOME
by Nicole Rosky - March 30, 2016


Four-time Tony Award nominee Judy Kuhn will temporarily depart FUN HOME this spring to undergo hip surgery, and it's Rebecca Luker to the rescue! On April 5, the three-time Tony Award nominee will take over as the Bechdel family matriarch in the groundbreaking and Tony Award-winning Best Musical. Luker adds FUN HOME to her long list of Broadway credits, which already includes THE SECRET GARDEN, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, THE MUSIC MAN, MARY POPPINS, CINDERELLA, and many more. Now as she prepares for her latest role, she's checking in with BroadwayWorld to update us on the process so far!

STAGE TUBE: Samantha Power Brings UN Ambassadors to FUN HOME
by Nicole Rosky - March 16, 2016


Earlier this month, UN Ambassador Samantha Power brought a group of ambassadors representing 17 different countries from across the world to see Broadway's Fun Home and participate in a post-show discussion with Lisa Kron, Jeanine Tesori, and other cast members, hosted by Cynthia Nixon. Go inside the special night below!

FUN HOME Will Become First Broadway Show to Take Part in Spotify Sessions
by Tyler Peterson - March 3, 2016


Fun Home, the groundbreaking and Tony Award-winning Best Musical, will become the first Broadway show to participate in Spotify Sessions, the music services' streaming program of intimate in-studio performances and conversations, it was announced today. The Fun Home session, which will be available beginning tomorrow, Friday, March 4, 2016 through Spotify, was recorded in front of a live audience on January 19 in New York City.

Photo Flash: Ambassador Samantha Power and UN Delegates Attend FUN HOME Q&A
by BWW News Desk - March 2, 2016


Last night, UN Ambassador Samantha Power brought a group of ambassadors representing 17 different countries from across the world to see Broadway's FUN HOME and participate in a post-show discussion with Lisa Kron, Jeanine Tesori, and other cast members, hosted by Cynthia Nixon. Scroll down for photos from the visit!

America's U.N. Ambassador Samantha Power Leads Diplomatic Mission To FUN HOME
by Michael Dale - March 2, 2016


Ambassadors from countries with laws restricting homosexuality attended last night's performance.

FUN HOME to Welcome UN Ambassador Samantha Power & LGBT Core Groups Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - February 29, 2016


Producers Fox Theatricals and Barbara Whitman have announced that Fun Home, the groundbreaking and Tony Award-winning Best Musical, has teamed up with Ambassador Samantha Power and a group of UN ambassadors representing countries from acrossthe world for a special evening of theater on Tuesday, March 1. The group of ambassadors will attend the show and participate in a post-show talkback with the show's creators, Tony Award-winners Lisa Kron and Jeanine Tesori, along with members of the cast. The discussion, hosted by LGBT activist Cynthia Nixon, will take place on stage after the 7:00PM performance at the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th St).

FLASH FRIDAY: Rebecca Luker, Soon Joining FUN HOME, Sings An Enchanting 'Goodnight, My Someone'
by Michael Dale - February 26, 2016


The beloved Broadway soprano sings from her Tony-nominated performance in THE MUSIC MAN.

Tony Nominee Rebecca Luker to Step in for Judy Kuhn in FUN HOME This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2016


Just announced, three-time Tony Award nominee Rebecca Luker will join the cast of Fun Home, the groundbreaking and Tony Award-winning Best Musical, as Helen Bechdel, for a limited time from April 5 - May 22, 2016.

VIDEO: FUN HOME's Jeanine Tesori Recalls Speaking Up About A Sexist Comment Directed To Her
by Michael Dale - February 26, 2016


Watch the Tony-winner's full master class from this month's Athena Film Festival.

Oscar Williams to Depart Broadway's FUN HOME This March
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2016


Oscar Williams dropped the news tonight that his final performance in Broadway's Tony-winning musical FUN HOME will be March 27, 2016.

Photo Flash: FUN HOME Has Got You Covered This Valentines Day
by Nicole Rosky - February 14, 2016


Still need a special something for your Broadway-loving Valentine? Not to worry- FUN HOME has got you covered. Below, check out some adorable graphics crafted by the team of the reigning Best Musical!

BWW Interview: Chatting with FUN HOME's Smallest Alison, Gabriella Pizzolo!
by David Clarke - February 4, 2016


Equally uplifting and heartbreaking, for many people FUN HOME is easily the most significant musical of 2015 and of this era of American musical theatre. Recently, Gabriella Pizzolo, who made her Broadway debut in MATILDA, THE MUSICAL, took over the role of Small Alison in FUN HOME. I caught up with the young star to talk about the show and this now iconic role.

Photo and Video Recap: What You Missed From FUN HOME's Twitter Takeover This Weekend
by Sally Henry - February 1, 2016


Come to the Fun Home- or in this case, BroadwayWorld's Twitter.

BroadwayWorld's FUN HOME Twitter Takeover Postponed Due to Broadway Cancellations
by Sally Henry Fuller - January 23, 2016


Due to the recent announcement that Broadway shows have been cancelled for today, BroadwayWorld is postponing FUN HOME's Twitter takeover.

Meet FUN HOME's Joel Perez, Taking Over BroadwayWorld's Twitter Today!
by Sally Henry - January 30, 2016


Come to the FUN HOME- or in this case, BroadwayWorld's Twitter.

VIDEO: New York City's Youth Pride Chorus Records FUN HOME's 'Ring Of Keys'
by Michael Dale - January 22, 2016


FUN HOME's anthem of self-discovery is a fitting selection for the ensemble that combats all forms of hate.

VIDEO: FUN HOME's Alison Bechdel, Michael Cerveris & Judy Kuhn Visit 'Charlie Rose'
by Caryn Robbins - January 11, 2016


The stars and creative team behind Broadway's FUN HOME stopped by CHARLIE ROSE: THE WEEK on Friday, January 8th.

FUN HOME Cast, Creatives to Appear Tomorrow on CHARLIE ROSE
by BWW News Desk - January 7, 2016


BroadwayWorld has just learned that the stars and creative team behind Broadway's Fun Home will be featured on CHARLIE ROSE: THE WEEK tomorrow night, Friday, January 8 at 8:30 p.m. on PBS/WNET. Be sure to set your DVR, and BWW will bring you clips as soon as we have them!

Fun Home History

Other Productions of Fun Home

2013   Off-Broadway World Premiere Public Theatre Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2015   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2016   US Tour First National Tour
US Tour
2016   International Tour International Premiere in Manila
International Tour
2017   International Tour Manila Return Engagement
International Tour
2018   London Young Vic London Premiere Production
London
2019   Immersive Quintessence of Dust Theatre Company Immersive Production
Immersive

Fun Home - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Book of a Musical Lisa Kron
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Direction of a Musical Sam Gold
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Musical Fun Home
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Michael Cerveris
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Judy Kuhn
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Fun Home
2015 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Emily Skeggs
2015 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Sydney Lucas
2015 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Lisa Kron
2015 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Sam Gold
2015 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Ben Stanton
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical The Public Theatre
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Mike Isaacson
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Kristin Caskey
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Paula Marie Black
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Delman Whitney
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Oskar Eustis
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Patrick Willingham
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical JAM Theatricals
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Elizabeth Armstrong
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Mint Theatrical
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Nathan Vernon
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Fun Home
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical The Forstalls
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Jack Lane
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Terry Schnuck
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Latitude Link
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Tom Casserly
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Carole Shorenstein Hays
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Barbara Whitman
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Fox Theatricals
2015 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations John Clancy
2015 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Lisa Kron
2015 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Jeanine Tesori
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Michael Cerveris
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Emily Skeggs
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Sydney Lucas
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Judy Kuhn
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Beth Malone
2015 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical David Zinn

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