Fun Home: Musical Information & Synopsis


Synopsis

Fun Home chronicles the life of Alison Bechdel as she reflects on her upbringing and identity. The story unfolds through three different stages of Alison’s life, exploring her sexual orientation, budding love interests, and complex relationship with her father, who is grappling with his own hidden truths. Fun Home delves into themes of family, identity, and self-acceptance.


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Musical Information

Musical Type

Genre

Music Genres

Musical Theatre

Acts

Format

Book Musical

Setting (Time)

1970s, 1980s, Present

Setting (Place)

USA (Pennsylvania)

Recognition


Creative Team

Music: Jeanine Tesori

Lyrics/Book: Lisa Kron

Based On: Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic➝ by Alison Bechdel


Awards

New York Drama Critics’ Circle: Best Musical (2014)

Tony Award: Best Musical (2015)


Cast Albums

Original Cast (2014)➝


Licensing

Fun Home is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing

USA/Canada Licensing

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


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