Barnum: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Barnum brings to life P.T. Barnum, the famous American showman and founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus. The musical follows his rise to fame, entrepreneurial ventures, personal life, and relationship with his wife, Charity. As Barnum strives to create spectacular shows, the musical explores themes of showmanship, the pursuit of the American Dream, and the price of success.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1980)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Biography
Setting: 1800s / USA
Creative Team
Music: Cy Coleman
Lyrics: Michael Stewart
Book: Mark Bramble
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1980)➝
Licensing
Barnum is available for licensing through Concord Theatricals.
UK: License Here➝
USA/Canada: License Here➝
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1980s, Biographical, One-Word, True Story
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