Ramin -- always a class act, gently bowing Beanie back on stage to take another bow. So fascinating for me, in general, to learn over the past two years (as, gee, I finally had some time on my hands for some reason to indulge myself in youtube bingeing) what it really takes to develop or revive a musical, and learn how often they get changed, or evolved, or songs get taken out, or put back in. Just thank you to all commentators who have shared their knowledge.
Just for some historical perspective: 58 years ago Funny Girl opened to very good reviews and 23 (!) curtain calls. However, if you go back to it's first preview in Boston, it ran 4 hours long and the critics savaged it. The book for this show has never been great. Harvey Firestein has changed it, but it will take a lot of work in front of an audience for them to zero in on what works and what doesn't. This is very much still a work in progress. Glad to hear the show ran smoothly - looking forward to seeing it in June.
I was there that night and I'm happy to report that Harvey absolutely nailed it. It was completely perfect, polished, and went off without a hitch. If they keep it exactly as is, everybody is in for a MAJOR treat. No changes needed.
My best friends mother was in the audience for a Funny Girl pre Broadway in Boston. She said you could tell Barbra was an novice....and people were leaving to get the last subway trains it ran so long!
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1) About the confusion at Beanie's final exit on stage. (Edit: I got it! It's an elaborate joke for the show, I didn't expect it) 2) This first preview has been a sea of emotions for Beanie, despite the fact that he is adapting to Jule Styne's hard score, that great charisma and cunning to interpret each line does not leave the public indifferent and steals applause, so it's a matter of time to see how far she can surprise, especially to the harsher and more obtuse side of critics and audiences who will want to compare her to Barbra Streisand.
We saw it last night. What a fantastic ensemble!! Jane Lynch and Ramin were incredible. Beanie has the comedic elements down PAT. The only notes I would have are that some of the costumes for Fanny need to be reworked. And “The Music That Makes Me Dance” should be cut for idk? “My Man”? It’s not an easy song to sing… over all Beanie did a great job and only has up to go from here!! I understand some people were disappointed, and during intermission some people left before the second act but anyone expecting Barbra Streisand for anything that isn’t Barbra Streisand is gonna be disappointed every time. that’s on them 🤷🏻♂️ but we loved it
I am so happy to hear this!! I so want this to succeed for Ramin especially and everyone involved! I really hope Barbara does the right thing and at least gives them a nod of some kind! I have tickets for May and can’t wait!!
@@Johnstalkyshow I already think Beanie isn't right for Fanny, and if she cannot handle "The Music That Makes Me Dance" I think further proves someone like Lea Michele would have been much better suited
I can't wait to see where Beanie's career will take her from here. 10 years from now she will be a household name with a bunch of big ticket awards under her belt, just you wait.
Hello- on the official website there is a song listing/breakdown for the show. its the same as on the original cast album. if the song listing/breakdown is the same I assume the scene breakdown is the same as well. therefore what exactly is Harvey Fierstein "revising"?
They removed the references to her nose. And they added some new scenes. It basically follows the London revival set list. “Find yourself a man” is cut and “who taught her everything” is in its place moved from the first act. “Temporary Arrangement” from the original Boston tryout is back in as well.
He restructured Act 2. Mrs. Brice has been expanded. Also, the song list posted on website is incorrect. Fanny sings a short “Who Are You Now?” after her entrance, which was never there. They also added “Funny Girl” from the film right before she does “Don’t Rain on My Parade” (Reprise) that closes the show. Also, Act 2’s “Who Are You Now?” is a duet and they added back to the show “Temporary Arrangement”, which is a dance number for Nick. Fierstein restructured quite a bit from the original 1964 version.
I was 9 when Barbra did Funny Girl on Broadway-sadly didn’t see it. I DID see the movie over and over and over… Yes only ONE Barbra Streisand,period. Saw Funny Girl Preview this past Monday evening… Beanie Feldman has timing and lots of funny but her being “Funny Girl” she did not wow me with her singing even with her not imitating her predecessor and making the character her own. I Do think her singing in Act 2 was better. The songs need a powerful singer who can hold those long (higher )notes on key and express to the viewer the emotion she is feeling….I tried my very best to shut MY Babs out and give Beanie my full listening attention to be fair. I did not feel or believe the love intensity (chemistry)between Fanny and Nick. I was 9 when Barbra did Funny Girl on Broadway-sadly didn’t see it. I DID see the movie over and over and over… Yes only ONE Barbra Streisand,period. Saw Funny Girl Preview this past Monday evening… Beanie Feldman has timing and lots of funny but her being “Funny Girl” she did not wow me with her singing even with her not imitating her predecessor. I will admit her singing in Act 2 was better. The songs need a powerful singer who can hold those long higher notes on key and express to the viewer the emotion she is feeling….I tried my very best to shut MY Babs out and give Beanie my full listening attention to be fair. THE rest of the cast was FANTABULOUS in every way. Super singing/ acting Nick Arnstein and Eddy(wonderful tap dancer too). Ziegfeld…. thought they dug up Walter Pidgeon. Jane Lynch- there is nothing she cannot do. Absolutely wonderful. The rest of the cast, dance productions, set design, and costumes are absolutely fabulous! Ziegfeld…. thought they dug up Walter Pidgeon. Just great. Jane Lynch- there is nothing she cannot do. Absolutely wonderful!!!
I was there Monday as well… Beanie, you could tell, was terrified. She lost me a bit in the first act then convinced me in the second and held me UNTIL “music that makes me dance” which unfortunately was cringey.. she hit one wrong note and freaked and couldn’t get back on track. I only had high expectations for her bc of her own passion for the piece…. Unfortunately she’s in her head and needs to get out of it and just be herself. The voice IS there her belting was great!! Shes just too petrified.
I went digging online for Streisand’s Funny Girl B’way show. There are footages to see. A work in progress as seen early on. Yes there were wrinkles that needed ironing out. But Barbra is and always will be the one who made the show and movie as memorable as it is. A show can not be compared to a movie!!! Night and day. Two different mediums. A movie if directed, produced, and edited with great sound is an art form of sheer perfection. If a remake of the movie is even a speckle of possibility… well then Lea Michelle would be the one. Hey maybe Barbra would play the mother … HA! Now that’s a full circle event that would get people off their couches and back to movie theaters! Beanie certainly is an entertaining actress. She has demonstrated her ability to be dramatic actress and comedic actress too. She certainly can sing… I am not sure all three in this particular show.
There were no stops at all. As far as how it was, it was good. I’m just not a big fan of old musicals, so while I enjoyed it, it was probably a one and done for me. The audience was LIT, they clearly loved it. It came in at over three hours with intermission, so I imagine it will be streamlined; it did feel a bit long.
Will never understand how anyone could leave a theatre after the first act. Shameful, you can't give the cast a chance to finish the night on something they have worked so hard on.
The worst revival I have ever seen. Everything about this production was 3rd rate community theater except for Lynch, Karminloo and Grimes. The ugliest sets and costumes, no sign of any direction, horrible orchestrations and not enough musicians for this rich, lovely score. The tap choreography, what very little there was, was ok.
Ramin -- always a class act, gently bowing Beanie back on stage to take another bow.
So fascinating for me, in general, to learn over the past two years (as, gee, I finally had some time on my hands for some reason to indulge myself in youtube bingeing) what it really takes to develop or revive a musical, and learn how often they get changed, or evolved, or songs get taken out, or put back in. Just thank you to all commentators who have shared their knowledge.
Love that Ramin. Perfect Nikki Arnstein.
Yes!! Always knew he would be!! Can’t wait to see this!! Going in May! 😘
So emotional...the moment you take bows. We all should experience this just once.
Yess, Its another type of feeling when taking a bow on stage!
Funny Girl is what I grew up with. I’m so excited that I can experience it again.
i was there march 26 8pm best night of theater
Just for some historical perspective: 58 years ago Funny Girl opened to very good reviews and 23 (!) curtain calls. However, if you go back to it's first preview in Boston, it ran 4 hours long and the critics savaged it. The book for this show has never been great. Harvey Firestein has changed it, but it will take a lot of work in front of an audience for them to zero in on what works and what doesn't. This is very much still a work in progress. Glad to hear the show ran smoothly - looking forward to seeing it in June.
I was there that night and I'm happy to report that Harvey absolutely nailed it. It was completely perfect, polished, and went off without a hitch. If they keep it exactly as is, everybody is in for a MAJOR treat. No changes needed.
My best friends mother was in the audience for a Funny Girl pre Broadway in Boston. She said you could tell Barbra was an novice....and people were leaving to get the last subway trains it ran so long!
The history in this theater!!!!
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August Wilson didn't make his Broadway debut with Fences (1987). He made it with Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (1984)
They seem to be really happy. How lucky!!!!!
soooo happy for Beanieeee 🥺❤
Looking foward!
1) About the confusion at Beanie's final exit on stage. (Edit: I got it! It's an elaborate joke for the show, I didn't expect it)
2) This first preview has been a sea of emotions for Beanie, despite the fact that he is adapting to Jule Styne's hard score, that great charisma and cunning to interpret each line does not leave the public indifferent and steals applause, so it's a matter of time to see how far she can surprise, especially to the harsher and more obtuse side of critics and audiences who will want to compare her to Barbra Streisand.
I think the exit is a joke
The exit is a joke
@@LilacLeavesInAutumn I mean it seemed like it was part of the performance, Fanny Brice was a comedian and I think this was planned
@@LilacLeavesInAutumn I don’t even understand this convo anymore 😂
Girl you are thinking way too deep. That was choreographed and planned lol. It’s a joke. Not a really good one but it’s a joke
Gotta see this!
We saw it last night. What a fantastic ensemble!! Jane Lynch and Ramin were incredible. Beanie has the comedic elements down PAT. The only notes I would have are that some of the costumes for Fanny need to be reworked. And “The Music That Makes Me Dance” should be cut for idk? “My Man”? It’s not an easy song to sing… over all Beanie did a great job and only has up to go from here!! I understand some people were disappointed, and during intermission some people left before the second act but anyone expecting Barbra Streisand for anything that isn’t Barbra Streisand is gonna be disappointed every time. that’s on them 🤷🏻♂️ but we loved it
I am so happy to hear this!! I so want this to succeed for Ramin especially and everyone involved! I really hope Barbara does the right thing and at least gives them a nod of some kind! I have tickets for May and can’t wait!!
Michael Sinclair. Sorry if I misspelled Barbra! I hope that didn’t offend your sensibilities…..🥱
“The Music That Makes Me Dance” is in the original so I think they should keep it
@@haris8853 unfortunately beanie had an incredibly hard time with it which is why I made the recommendation
@@Johnstalkyshow I already think Beanie isn't right for Fanny, and if she cannot handle "The Music That Makes Me Dance" I think further proves someone like Lea Michele would have been much better suited
I can't wait to see where Beanie's career will take her from here. 10 years from now she will be a household name with a bunch of big ticket awards under her belt, just you wait.
Hello-
on the official website there is a song listing/breakdown for the show. its the same as on the original cast album. if the song
listing/breakdown is the same I assume the scene breakdown is the same as well. therefore what exactly is Harvey
Fierstein "revising"?
Dialogue and lyric changes?
They removed the references to her nose. And they added some new scenes. It basically follows the London revival set list. “Find yourself a man” is cut and “who taught her everything” is in its place moved from the first act. “Temporary Arrangement” from the original Boston tryout is back in as well.
the "book"
He restructured Act 2. Mrs. Brice has been expanded. Also, the song list posted on website is incorrect. Fanny sings a short “Who Are You Now?” after her entrance, which was never there. They also added “Funny Girl” from the film right before she does “Don’t Rain on My Parade” (Reprise) that closes the show. Also, Act 2’s “Who Are You Now?” is a duet and they added back to the show “Temporary Arrangement”, which is a dance number for Nick. Fierstein restructured quite a bit from the original 1964 version.
See you this fall!
There's no way this show is still open by the Fall.
Hiii Can I share this video?
You can share the link, thanks!
Nikki Arnstein... Nicki Arnsteinn...
Thank you for sharing! You can feel the excitement in the room! May I ask what your seat number was? You have wonderful seats!
Orch Left seat B5
@@yayshowvids6427 Awesome! I have tickets for September in row B! I’m even more excited now!
Imagine waiting 58 years
❤️
I love theater and I love musicals. I don't like Streisand. GO BEANIE GO! RAMIN is FREAKING AMAZING AT WHATEVER HE TOUCHES!
I was 9 when Barbra did Funny Girl on Broadway-sadly didn’t see it. I DID see the movie over and over and over… Yes only ONE Barbra Streisand,period.
Saw Funny Girl Preview this past Monday evening… Beanie Feldman has timing and lots of funny but her being “Funny Girl” she did not wow me with her singing even with her not imitating her predecessor and making the character her own. I Do think her singing in Act 2 was better.
The songs need a powerful singer who can hold those long (higher )notes on key and express to the viewer the emotion she is feeling….I tried my very best to shut MY Babs out and give Beanie my full listening attention to be fair. I did not feel or believe the love intensity (chemistry)between Fanny and Nick.
I was 9 when Barbra did Funny Girl on Broadway-sadly didn’t see it. I DID see the movie over and over and over… Yes only ONE Barbra Streisand,period.
Saw Funny Girl Preview this past Monday evening… Beanie Feldman has timing and lots of funny but her being “Funny Girl” she did not wow me with her singing even with her not imitating her predecessor. I will admit her singing in Act 2 was better. The songs need a powerful singer who can hold those long higher notes on key and express to the viewer the emotion she is feeling….I tried my very best to shut MY Babs out and give Beanie my full listening attention to be fair.
THE rest of the cast was FANTABULOUS in every way. Super singing/ acting Nick Arnstein and Eddy(wonderful tap dancer too). Ziegfeld…. thought they dug up Walter Pidgeon.
Jane Lynch- there is nothing she cannot do. Absolutely wonderful. The rest of the cast, dance productions, set design, and costumes are absolutely fabulous! Ziegfeld…. thought they dug up Walter Pidgeon. Just great.
Jane Lynch- there is nothing she cannot do. Absolutely wonderful!!!
Thank you for this detailed review!
I was there Monday as well… Beanie, you could tell, was terrified. She lost me a bit in the first act then convinced me in the second and held me UNTIL “music that makes me dance” which unfortunately was cringey.. she hit one wrong note and freaked and couldn’t get back on track. I only had high expectations for her bc of her own passion for the piece…. Unfortunately she’s in her head and needs to get out of it and just be herself. The voice IS there her belting was great!! Shes just too petrified.
I went digging online for Streisand’s Funny Girl B’way show. There are footages to see. A work in progress as seen early on. Yes there were wrinkles that needed ironing out. But Barbra is and always will be the one who made the show and movie as memorable as it is.
A show can not be compared to a movie!!! Night and day. Two different mediums. A movie if directed, produced, and edited with great sound is an art form of sheer perfection.
If a remake of the movie is even a speckle of possibility… well then Lea Michelle would be the one. Hey maybe Barbra would play the mother … HA! Now that’s a full circle event that would get people off their couches and back to movie theaters!
Beanie certainly is an entertaining actress. She has demonstrated her ability to be dramatic actress and comedic actress too.
She certainly can sing… I am not sure all three in this particular show.
How was it? Were there stops? I thought it was odd the first preview was the first audience; no invited dress? Hope to see it in the coming months!
There were no stops at all. As far as how it was, it was good. I’m just not a big fan of old musicals, so while I enjoyed it, it was probably a one and done for me. The audience was LIT, they clearly loved it. It came in at over three hours with intermission, so I imagine it will be streamlined; it did feel a bit long.
I kinda think we were the paying dress rehearsal 😂
@@yayshowvids6427 - Oof, yes, over 3 hours can be tough. I feel ya; many a show that only needs to be seen once, even if good. Thanks for filming!
@@hummersd you’re welcome!
@@Ninafan68 her voice was good.
FUNNY KLUTZ )
Will never understand how anyone could leave a theatre after the first act. Shameful, you can't give the cast a chance to finish the night on something they have worked so hard on.
I’m not sure how this comment relates to this vid? I feel like I’ve missed something.
@@yayshowvids6427 in a previous comment j shee said some people left before the second act.
@@andrewsawler777 ah thanks, I missed that!
She's a good actress, not a singer at all
The worst revival I have ever seen. Everything about this production was 3rd rate community theater except for Lynch, Karminloo and Grimes. The ugliest sets and costumes, no sign of any direction, horrible orchestrations and not enough musicians for this rich, lovely score. The tap choreography, what very little there was, was ok.
So what you’re saying is, you didn’t see the recent revival of Carousel 😂
@@yayshowvids6427 That was not worse. At least the dance numbers were good, as well as the singing. Funny Girl was bad community theater.