Fanny's Big Stage

Get set for a bittersweet musical comedy with a legendary score, as Sheridan Smith stars in Funny Girl. This iconic show tells the story of Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of stage stardom.

Funny Girl starring Sheridan Smith

Funny Girl starring Sheridan Smith

12 Nov 2026

The Astor Theatre, Deal

From the Lower East Side of New York City, Fanny Brice rose to become one of the most beloved performers in history, and her story is now being brought to the stage in the musical comedy Funny Girl. The show features an updated book by Harvey Fierstein, based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, and is set in and around New York City just before and following World War I.

What is the story of Funny Girl about? The musical tells the story of Fanny Brice and her tempestuous relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein, as she awaits his return from prison and reflects on their life together through a series of flashbacks.

Who is behind this production? The production is directed by Michael Mayer and stars Sheridan Smith, with a host of iconic musical numbers including ‘People’, ‘I’m The Greatest Star’ and ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade’, featuring a classic score by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill.

What's the next chance to see Funny Girl? On Thursday, 12 November 2026, The Astor Theatre in Deal will host a screening of this iconic musical comedy, presented by The Astor Theatre and Liberator Film Services, with tickets and details available with the button beside this article.

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