Lea Michele Talks Lauren Ambrose FUNNY GIRL Casting

It was recently announced that Lauren Ambrose, the "Six Feet Under Star," has landed the leading role in the revival of FUNNY GIRL, stepping into a role made famous by Barbra Streisand in the 1960s.

But what does Broadway vet and GLEE star Lea Michele, who was thought to be a front runner for the role, have to say about the casting?

Michele told EOnline at the L.A. premiere of GLEE: The 3D Concert Movie, "Honestly, I'm a huge fan of Lauren's and I can't wait to see it. I might be in the audience singing along."

"I might even storm the stage." Michele added.

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The all-new production of "Funny Girl" opens February 1, 2012, at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. Previews begin January 15 and the production continues through February 26, 2012.
"Funny Girl" has music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Bob Merrill, book by Isobel Lennart, and direction by Tony Award®-winner Sher, who has reassembled the acclaimed creative team behind his ravishing production of "South Pacific" (the winner of seven Tony Awards and presented at the Ahmanson last summer).

From the streets of New York's Lower East Side to the bright lights of Broadway, "Funny Girl" is the rags-to-riches, road-to-stardom story of legendary entertainer Fanny Brice - a pioneering female entertainer as well known for her oversized personality as she was for her unmatched talent.

A love story packed with unforgettable songs ("Don't Rain on My Parade," "I'm the Greatest Star," "I Am Woman, You Are Man" and the international hit "People"), irresistible backstage drama and a heartbreaking romance, this classic musical takes theatregoers back to the Golden Age of Ziegfeld and the height of burlesque. Part show-biz spectacular, part timeless love story, "Funny Girl" is pure Broadway legend.

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