Fun Home

Music by Jeanine Tesori
Book and Lyrics by Lisa Kron
Based on the Graphic Novel by Alison Bechdel
Directed by Terrence J. Nolen

On the F. Otto Haas Stage
MAY 17 – JUNE 24, 2018   EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Approximate Runtime: 1 hour and 35 minutes

 

Hailed as one of Broadway's most original musicals and winner of 5 Tony Awards, Fun Home is a groundbreaking story inspired by Alison Bechdel's best-selling graphic memoir. After the sudden death of her father, Alison sets out to unravel the many mysteries of her childhood growing up at the family funeral home in Central Pennsylvania. Moving between past and present, Alison relives her life through a series of memories and conversations - from her coming out to her moving journey to acceptance. Featuring a gorgeous score by Jeanine Tesori (Caroline, or Change) and brilliant book and lyrics by Lisa Kron (2.5 Minute Ride), Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, moving new musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.

 
 

Critical Acclaim -

"Arden’s Fun Home is lovely and profound"
- The Philadelphia Inquirer Read more here

 

"Touching, sometimes mordantly funny"
- Philadelphia Magazine Read more here

 

"An Arden Theatre production so well-considered that it increases the ample power of the show"
- WHYY Read more here

 

"Terrific cast"
- Broad Street Review Read more here

 

“…the Arden does a magnificent job with its production!”
- Beyond My Backyard Read more here

 

“The Arden usually ends its season (this is their 30th!!) with a big production with a masterful Philly cast. And this is no exception.”
- Steve Ramm

 


In the News -

Media’s Nolen, Malvern’s Dibble team up for season-ending ‘Fun Home’ at Arden Theatre
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CAST:
Kate Bove (Small Alison)
Kim Carson (Helen Bechdel)
Izzy Castaldi (Medium Alison)
Liam David-Kilker (John Bechdel)
Ben Dibble (Bruce Bechdel)
Robi Hager (Roy/Mark/Pete/Bobby Jeremy)
Charles LaMonaca (Christian Bechdel)
Lily Lexer (Small Alison)
Jackie Soro (Joan)
Mary Tuomanen (Alison)

Director
TERRENCE J. NOLEN
Music Director/Conductor
RYAN TOUHEY
Choreographer
NIKI COUSINEAU
Scenic Design
JAMES KRONZER
Costume Design
ROSEMARIE E. MCKELVEY
Lighting Design
THOM WEAVER
Sound Design
JORGE COUSINEAU
Choreographer
NIKI COUSINEAU
Music Director/Conductor
RYAN TOUHEY
Associate Director
JENNIE EISENHOWER
Associate Music Director
PAX RESSLER
Stage Manager
ALEC E. FERRELL

Reed... Sean Bailey
Bass... Caty Butler
Percussion... Meghan Doyle
Guitar... Jake Hager
Violin/Viola... Set Rodriguez
Piano... Ryan Touhey
Cello... Justin Yoder
 
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