Funny Girl at the Maine State Musical Theater, Brunswick, ME
Travel by Amtrak train from Durham Station to Brunswick, ME
Box Lunch included on board
Departure: Durham Amtrak Station 9:45 AM
Approximate time of return: 7:45 PM
Are you ready for something new this summer? All aboard the Amtrak train at Durham Station with free parking included. We’re headed to the Pickard Theater at Bowdoin College to see the bittersweet musical comedy, Funny Girl. It is based on the life of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told Fanny she’d never become a star, but then something funny happened -- she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights on Broadway. Funny Girl features one of the most iconic scores of all time, by Julie Styne and Bob Merrill, and such memorable songs as “People,” “Don’t Rain on My Parade” and “I’m the Greatest Star.” The original production of Funny Girl premiered on Broadway in 1964, starring Barbra Streisand, and was nominated for 8 Tony Awards.
You’ll enjoy an early box lunch on board the train before our arrival in Brunswick. Choices include: (1) All-natural turkey on sourdough bread; (2) Naturally-cured ham and Vermont cheddar; (3) Albacore tuna salad; and (4) Farmer’s veggie and Vermont cheddar; the last three sandwiches are on 9-grain bread. Also included are: chips, an apple, a cookie and bottled water.
Upon our arrival at Brunswick Station, there’s a short walk to the Pickard Theater (less than ¼ of a mile). Showtime is from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM. After the show we’ll walk together to the Amtrak station and board our return train to Durham. Snacks and drinks are available at the train station and on board.
Handicap Accessibility: Amtrak and the theater are handicap accessible
Debbi Forster, Tour Director, 603-397-5788
