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...
Sydney Chaplin, who played opposite Barbra Streisand in the 1964 production of Funny Girl, was nominated for a Tony Award for his performance in the show. more...
Lainie Kazan, an acclaimed American actress and singer, was nominated for a 1993 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance in "My Favorite Year." more...
Barbra Streisand, an EGOT-winning performer with a career spanning over six decades, starred in the critically acclaimed "Funny Girl" (1968), a role that earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress. more...
Awards and Nominations
1964 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Sydney Chaplin was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Danny Meehan was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Kay Medford was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Barbra Streisand was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Ralph Burns Orchestrator
Carol Haney Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Garson Kanin Director
Ronnie De Mann Hair and Wig Designer
Hair Designer
Robert Randolph Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Milton Rosenstock Musical Director
Irene Sharaff Costume Designer
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