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Funny Girl, the Broadway revival with one of the strangest casting histories in recent theatrical memory, has recouped its $16.5 million capitalization, producers announced today.

Brent Lang Executive Editor After one major cast change and a lot of off-stage drama, “Funny Girl” has recouped its $16.5 million capitalization, the producers of the Broadway revival announced on Monday. At one point, that kind of news would have seemed very unlikely. When “Funny Girl” opened in April 2022 at the August Wilson Theatre, Beanie Feldstein had the starring role of Vaudeville legend Fanny Brice, a part that had originally been filled by Barbra Streisand.

Lea Michele has enjoyed monumental success since formally joining the cast of the Broadway hit Funny Girlin September 2022.

Lea Michele has enjoyed monumental success since formally joining the cast of the Broadway hit Funny Girlin September 2022.But while she's earned praise for deftly portraying the coveted role of the beloved character Fanny Brice, there's a simple reason why she's not eligible for a Tony Award. According to the Tony Awards' rules and regulations under eligibility requirements, «in order to be eligible, an actor or actress must perform in the role on the production's opening night and must perform in the minimum number of performances to which the producer of such production must invite and make tickets available to Tony voters as required by Rule 2(a)vi).»And therein lies the issue — the original actress who performed on opening night was Beanie Feldstein, who left in the wake of the show being at risk of closing due to poor reviews and lackluster ticket sales. That all changed after Michele formally replaced Feldstein in September.Michele and the cast of are still set to take the stage during Sunday night's ceremony as one of the evening's running list of performers.

Lea Michele has enjoyed monumental success since formally joining the cast of the Broadway hit Funny Girlin September 2022.But while she's earned praise for deftly portraying the coveted role of the beloved character Fanny Brice, there's a simple reason why she's not eligible for a Tony Award.According to the Tony Awards' rules and regulations under eligibility requirements, «in order to be eligible, an actor or actress must perform in the role on the production's opening night and must perform in the minimum number of performances to which the producer of such production must invite and make tickets available to Tony voters as required by Rule 2(a)vi).»And therein lies the issue — the original actress who performed on opening night was Beanie Feldstein, who left in the wake of the show being at risk of closing due to poor reviews and lackluster ticket sales. That all changed after Michele formally replaced Feldstein in September.The former star's debut came on Sept.

Lea Michele shared a health update after her son Ever, 2, was hospitalized days ago.

Lea Michele apologized to fans on Wednesday, explaining she would be missing two "Funny Girl" Broadway performances because of her 2-year-old son’s "scary health issue."  "I'm so sorry but unfortunately I will be out of @FunnyGirlBwy today," the "Glee" star, who has been starring in the Broadway revival of the 1964 musical, wrote on her Instagram stories Wednesday. "We are at the hospital with our son dealing with a scary health issue that I need to be here for."  She added, "I'm so sorry.

Lea Michele will miss upcoming performances of Funny Girl because of an unspecified “scary health issue” affecting her 2-year-old son, Ever Leo Reich.

won’t rain on Lea Michele’s parade.Broadway’s “Funny Girl” announced Thursday that the musical will take its final bow later this year — despite seeing a massive boom in ticket sales following the casting of the “Glee” alum.The show revealed the news on Instagram. “Hey, gorgeous! We’re having so much fun with you on Broadway, we’re sticking around until September 3rd,” reads the post.Michele, 36, will continue to star as Fanny Brice — a role made famous by Barbra Streisand in the original 1964 production — through the end of its tenure at the August Wilson Theatre.

Lea Michele made the streets of New York City her runway while rocking a skintight black leather minidress and semi-sheer tights under a long white coat on Friday.While heading to an album signing with her Funny Girl castmates Tovah Feldshuh, Ramin Karimloo and Jared Grimes, the actress, 36, oozed confidence  as she strutted down the sidewalk in a pair of stilettos, oversized shades and velvet black purse.For the occasion, she wore her dark brown hair in a tousled bun with a few wispy front pieces, nude lipstick and bronzer for a sun-kissed glow. Elegant: Lea Michele made the streets of New York City her runway while rocking a skintight black leather minidress and semi-sheer tights under a long white coat on FridayCrowds lined up to catch a glimpse of the performer, who was attending a cast album signing at the August Wilson Theatre from 3 p.m.

Broadway box office took the expected drop last week, declining nearly 30% (to $37,394,931) from the previous week’s holiday-pumped $52M figure. Attendance for the 32 shows was down about 12% (to 275,834), but remained at a solid 92% of total capacity.

Lea Michele was all smiles as she walked to Funny Girl after breaking the August Wilson theatre's box office record.The 36-year-old star strutted the streets of New York City on Wednesday while wearing a baby blue bubble jacket, black tights, and black boots.She had her hair down underneath a black beanie and wore a pair of oval sunglasses while she carried a large purse. Shining star: Lea Michele headed to Funny Girl after breaking the box office record for the August Wilson theatreAccording to Just Jared, Funny Girl's gross for the eight-performance week ending on December 18 was $2,005,696.80. Michele took over the role of Fanny Brice from Beanie Feldstein, who received less than fantastic reviews.

Lea Michele's Funny Girl has broken a Broadway all-time box office record.The former Glee star, who took over the role of Fanny Brice in July, saved the show from critically panned star Beanie Feldstein.The Broadway revival's gross for the eight-performance ending December 18 was $2,005,696.80, which is the highest gross for the production and for August Wilson Theatre, according to Just Jared.  The latest: Lea Michele's Funny Girl has broken a Broadway all-time box office recordFunny Girl broke the record previously set by Mean Girls, which had a house record of $1,994,386 - from 2018.Lea's first performance was on September 6, after taking over the role from Beanie Feldstein.

Funny Girl broke a house record with more than $2 million in receipts at the August Wilson Theatre, A Beautiful Noise continued its $1 million-plus weekly take, and The Piano Lesson topped the list of highest-grossing non-musical productions with $914,752, each contributing to Broadway’s $37M box office tally for the week ending Dec. 18.

Lea Michele was snapped with her Funny Girl castmates at Macy's Herald Square in New York City ahead of their performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.According to an Instagram post from The Broadway Exchange, Michele and the Funny Girl cast will open Thursday's proceedings in the Big Apple.On Monday, Michele, 36, was pictured wearing a navy blue knit cap with a long puffy black coat to keep warm on the chilly fall day. The latest: Lea Michele, 36, was snapped with her Funny Girl castmates at Macy's Herald Square in New York City ahead of their performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day ParadeThe New York City native rounded out her ensemble with gray and black boots and had a black purse over her shoulder.Other performers set to appear in the famed parade include Dionne Warwick, Kirk Franklin, Jordin Sparks and Paula Abdul, as well as others.

Actress Lea Michele seemed to be trying to keep a low profile on Sunday as she grabbed a green juice before her performance of Funny Girl on Broadway.The singer, 36, looked casual in a black bandeau top, yoga shorts, and white sneakers.The Glee vet smiled and waved at onlookers as she strolled down the street in a tan suit jacket with rolled sleeves. Big Apple, big voice: Lea Michele looked toned over the weekend as she held her green juice before her Sunday performance of Funny Girl on BroadwayShe tucked her long brunette hair under a black hat with a leather bill and toted a large bag on her right arm.Lea went makeup free and kept a pair of black sunglasses over her eyes, and added a long gold necklace.

She typically is a vision of style.But Lea Michele outdid even herself as she stepped out in the Big Apple on Sunday.The Broadway star, 36, looked exquisite in a black bandeau top, leather trousers, and white blazer.  Big Apple babe! Lea Michele outdid even herself as she stepped out in the Big Apple on SundayThe Glee vet beamed with joy as she strolled down the street in a pair of glossy black Mary Janes and chic, retro-style shades shielding her brown eyes. She wore her hair pulled back into a low ponytail with thick fringe skimming over her forehead. A pair of gold hoop earrings injected a glittering touch the look.As for her belongings, she toted those about in style in a black bag.   Stylish: The Glee vet beamed with joy as she strolled down the street in a pair of glossy black Mary Janes and chic, retro-style shades shielding her brown eyesLea definitely knows how to put a chic outfit together when stepping out in the big city.Last Sunday, the star displayed her eye for style in an oversized houndstooth blazer and matching skirt.The New York native tucked in a strapless black bodycon top, showing a glimpse of her chest, while the slit in her skirt showcased a little leg.

Lea Michele is heading to work.

Lea Michele nailed business chic in a structured black blazer, which she wore over her shoulders, and a pair of matching trousers while heading to Broadway on Friday.As she made her way to the August Wilson Theatre for another performance of her musical Funny Girl, since taking over the role from Beanie Feldstein, the 36-year-old Glee star appeared in high spirits as she gave onlooker a friendly wave and smile.She accessorized her timeless look with a pair of black shades, coordinating belt with a gold buckle, open-toed leather heels and her brunette locks in a low ponytail. Looking good! Lea Michele nailed business chic in a structured black blazer, which she wore over her shoulders, and a pair of matching trousers while heading to Broadway on FridayAdditionally, the triple threat held onto a large black tote and flashed a glimpse the three blue butterflies tattooed on her right foot.

Lea Michele appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and performed the song People from her hit Broadway production Funny Girl on Friday.The Glee star is playing Fanny Brice in the revival of Funny Girl at the August Wilson Theatre, a role she recently took over after Beanie Feldstein left the production midway through its run.Michele delivered a show-stopping performance for the television audience and discussed returning to Broadway after more than a decade. Show stopper: Lea Michele appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and performed the song People from the hit Broadway production Funny Girl on Friday ‘I’ve been wanting to come back to Broadway for so many years; I was gone for 15 years; Spring Awakening was the last show I did.

Lea Michele just gave fans a sneak peek at her performance in the Broadway revival of Funny Girl!