Phineas Taylor Barnum, the great 19th century American circus entrepreneur, specialised in what he called the art of humbug - the ability to deceive or mislead. But this being the festive season with multiple productions of A Christmas Carol doing the rounds as ever, I'm afraid I could only think of wanting to invoke Ebenezer Scrooge's famous exclamation “Bah Humbug” instead as I watched the Menier Chocolate Factory's revival of the 1980 biographical musical Barnum. Read more
Barnum tells the story of P.T. Barnum, the Greatest Showman on Earth, who combines razzle-dazzle with charm and brass to sell “humbug” to cheering crowds. A joyful and moving musical portrait of the nineteenth century’s greatest show-biz legend, Barnum is a colourful, dynamic spectacle full of circus, side-show legends, toe-tapping songs and immense heart.
Barnum Performance Information
Barnum Performance Schedule
Barnum Child Policy
Suitable for ages 10+.
Menier Chocolate Factory Venue Information
Address:
Menier Chocolate Factory, 51 Southwark Street, London, SE1 1RU
Nearest tube:
London Bridge
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