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by Maryknits on 12/19/16Orpheum Theatre - MinneapolisTruly original. Funny and sad. Would love to see it again
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Music by Jeanine Tesori; Book and Lyrics by Lisa Kron
Based on the novel by Alison Bechdel
Directed by Dean Bryant
Australian premiere.
A groundbreaking new musical.
After smash-hit seasons on Broadway and in London, Fun Home comes to Sydney in a soaring brand-new production.
Winner of three Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Original Score, and a finalist for the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Fun Home has been hailed as a “beautiful, heartbreaker of a musical” (New York Times) and “one of the best new musicals of our era” (LA Times). Based on Alison Bechdel’s graphic novel, it’s a heartfelt story about coming out and coming of age.
After the unexpected death of her father, Alison is forced to confront his secrets that come to light. Shifting between past and present, we meet present-day Alison, a successful graphic novelist; college-age Alison on the cusp of self-discovery; and precocious-child Alison, who plays in coffins instead of sandboxes in the family’s Bechdel Funeral Home.
Four-time Gold Logie Award winner Lisa McCune and Maggie McKenna (Muriel’s Wedding the Musical) join an exceptional ensemble including Ryan Gonzalez (Jersey Boys), Lucy Maunder (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), Adam Murphy (Aladdin) and Chloe Zuel (West Side Story). Directed by Melbourne Theatre Company’s Associate Director, Dean Bryant, Fun Home has laughs, drama and great tunes in spades.
Don’t miss this chance to see one of the hottest musicals to come out of the US in a decade.
“Fun Home is not your ordinary Broadway musical, because it is extraordinary.” Time Out New York
Truly original. Funny and sad. Would love to see it again
I went with my husband and 13 year old son to this play. We read the description and thought we were going to have a great family night out for the holidays. We excitedly purchased 3rd row seats for over $300. NO WHERE in the description did it mention ANYTHING about this being a play regarding gays. I had no idea I was going to be taking my son to a place where they act out how a grown family man has affairs with under aged boys and gives one alcohol!! Then the daughter progresses through life and realizes she gay when she gets to college. That scene, showing them going to bed!! In front of my 13 year old son! Really! He looked at us like we were nuts for having picked a show that portrayed that content. He was so uncomfortable. We were all so confused. We could have chosen a play more suited for our family had we been properly informed of the true content. We were just very disappointed that the Fisher Theater felt they had to omit the core of the play from the description provided on their website.
Truly enjoyed this play. The actors were brilliant - all ages included! Very emotional & moving story but portrayed in such a thoughtful way. :)
This did NOT work for me. Singing and dialogue on top of each other, a lot of the singing was screechy, and frankly I didn't get the point of the whole thing. I did not find the father abusive, she discovers she is gay and everyone accepts her, so what?
Waste of. Money. Poor. Story line disturbing. Music uninspired.
I have never seen a musical quite like Fun Home. I really enjoyed it though it wasn't my favorite since I found the setting a bit confusing at times. Having the orchestra on the stage was awesome. I also loved having the main character there the whole time.
The story focuses on a complicated father-daughter relationship. The daughter, Allison, is presented simultaneously at three points in life: a child, a college student, and an adult-trying to make sense of it all. Despite the name "Fun Home", this play is a heavy, adult drama. You will likely leave the theater feeling entertained but a bit sad.
A real pleasant surprise. Would totally see it again.
Fun Home is one of the strongest, most emotional musicals I have ever seen. This show mixes humor with tragedy and finds a way to convey so much depth in a concise period of time. Especially with the current climate in the country, the messages of acceptance and overcoming tumultuous life events are remarkably pertinent. The honesty of the awkwardness and innocence create the most wonderful character. This combined with a phenomenal score makes this theatrical experience fly by. The flow of the performance is perfect and keeps the audience captivated throughout. My only negative thought is that I am disappointed that I will not be able to see this musical 100 more times. Thank you for this trip into Allison's life, and for helping me connect even more with my family.
Thanks for a most enjoyable matinee performance of "Fun Home" this past Sunday, 12.4.2016, at the Fisher Theatre, Detroit. The play exceeded expectations for all four of us in attendance. Definitely a must see play.
Not a weak link in this amazing cast. This show was tight from open to close. It is a heart-wrenching, multi-faceted musical like you've never seen before. Abby Corrigan as Medium Alison is a stand out in the cast.
Story was poignant but the gay part was stressed too much. Children were cute but their voices were not distinct. Technical effects were good.
Recently saw "Fun Home" at the Durham Performing Arts Center and was exceptionally moved by this beautiful, heartfelt, thought-provoking musical. The story was universal-- a daughter's search for the truth of who her late father really was while coming to terms with her own identity. All in all, beautifully performed by an excellent cast. Loved it and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in contemporary musical theatre.
I didn't realize the power of the story told in this musical. Dysfunctional family and flawed characters that are, at the same time, so very relatable. The music carries the story forward making this more like an opera. The performances were excellent.
Did not enjoy this play though the actors were very talented.
Went expecting to see a comedy, left disappointed and depressed. Terrible story with misleading title. Don't bother with this one, stay home and watch reruns.
Great story well acted with outstanding music as well as timing for addressing issues. Shows you that as you raise your kids hug them and make them realize they are wanted.
One of the best plays I've ever seen. Father day/ daughter relationship so moving. Perfect balance of humor and tragedy. A truly beautiful coming of age and identity clarifying story. Not to be missed!
The cast is amazing, the plot was poignant and beautifully done, and I loved every minute of it!
The honesty of the acting was sublime. The awkwardness of that first crush, the first kiss, the first visit home to the parents, the difficulty of stealing a real conversation with loved ones from the busy-ness and chatter. Kudos.