The Music of Fun Home
"Among the memorable songs, accompanied by a seven-person onstage orchestra, are those charting turning points in Alison’s coming to terms with her attraction to women.
The ebullient “Ring of Keys,” for example, makes Small Alison’s recognition of that attraction, in an ordinary moment in a diner, warmly concrete. A masculine woman enters, and the girl is smitten by “Your swagger and your bearing/ And the just-right clothes you’re wearing/ Your short hair and your dungarees/ And your lace-up boots.” It’s the poetry of everyday surprise.
Musical Selections:
"It All Comes Back (Opening)"
"Welcome to Our House on Maple Avenue"
"Come to the Fun Home"
"Helen’s Etude"
"Party Dress"
"Changing My Major"
"Maps"
"Raincoat of Love"
"Pony Girl"
"Ring of Keys"
"Days and Days"
"Telephone Wire"
"Edges of the World"
"Flying Away (Finale)"
Find your own inspiration for "Come to the Fun Home"
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"Fun Home" Inspired Art
Inspired by cartoonist Alison Bechdel, we partnered with Helioscope and invited local cartoonists and illustrators to watch Fun Home.
Reviews of "Fun Home"
"The show packs a satisfying emotional punch without tying everything up with a bow. It’s beautiful and messy and complex. Just like our families."
Chris Coleman on "Fun Home"
"The music is gorgeous." Director Chris Coleman talks casting, an elegant scenic design and why he loves Fun Home so much.
"Fun Home" Cast and Creative Team
Learn about the dynamite cast and creative team we've assembled for Fun Home.
Introducing the cast of "Fun Home"
Artistic Director Chris Coleman introduces you to the cast of Fun Home!
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