smith starred in a new london production of the musical "funny girl". it previewed at the menier chocolate factory from 20 november 2015, opened on 2 december and ran until 6 march 2016. the show then transferred to the savoy theatre in the west end for a 12-week run, but extended through 8 october 2016. sheridan smith states in "the stage" that she is married to the job. smith continued with the role throughout its uk tour.