That comparison of ''Fun Home'' and ''An American in Paris'' would seem to assume both shows were on an equal footing.
Like Chrismpls, I'd point out the disparities: ''Fun Home'' played 583 performances on Broadway; ''An American in Paris'' played 623.
However, ''Fun Home'' was at the Circle in the Square (seating capacity of 776); ''An American in Paris'' at the Palace (2,695).
I'm no math whiz, but I imagine those differences played a big role in why it was easier for one show to recoup than the other.
Even so, ''An American in Paris'' would be done in London, with Tony nominees Fairchild and Cope, and I'm so glad that was filmed.
As for ''Fun Home'' being more often produced in the Chicago area, I also imagine it's easier to revive a 9-person musical than ''An American in Paris,'' which would require more sets, costumes and more performers, not to mention trained dancers to pull off its Tony-winning choreography. |
