What this is
Funny Girl is a beloved Broadway musical that tells the story of Fanny Brice, the legendary comedian and entertainer who rose from humble beginnings on the Lower East Side of New York to become one of America's most celebrated performers. Originally starring Barbra Streisand in her iconic 1964 Broadway debut, the show weaves together Fanny's turbulent romance with gambler Nick Arnstein alongside her meteoric rise to fame. This Tokyo production is directed by acclaimed American director Michael Mayer, known for his work on major Broadway and West End productions, lending the staging genuine international pedigree. The production marks a notable pairing of Nozomi Nami and Masayuki Sakamoto, who make their stage debut together as Fanny and Nick, making this a landmark moment in Japanese musical theatre.
Who should go
This is ideal for fans of classic Broadway musicals, lovers of golden-age showbiz stories, and anyone who appreciates high-production Japanese musical theatre. The combination of a world-famous source material, a celebrated international director, and a high-profile cast pairing makes this a prestige event on Tokyo's performing arts calendar. Theatre-goers who enjoy emotionally sweeping narratives of ambition and romance will find this particularly rewarding. Book tickets well in advance as productions at Nissay Theatre with star-driven casts tend to sell out quickly.
Good to know
Tickets for this production can be purchased via eplus.jp or pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards; convenience store pickup at Lawson (combini) is the most reliable collection method for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. Nissay Theatre seats approximately 1,330 and is a fully seated, traditional proscenium theatre with excellent sightlines from most areas — stalls and dress circle seats are recommended for the best experience. The venue is located in the Hibiya arts district, steps from Hibiya Park, making it easy to combine with a pre-show dinner in the area. Photography and video recording are strictly prohibited during performances, which is standard at all Nissay Theatre productions. The show will be performed in Japanese, so non-Japanese speakers are advised to familiarise themselves with the story and songs beforehand.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.