Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, children of all ages... step right up to The Ritz Theatre for a front row seat and a first rate glance at the jugglers, clowns, trapeze artists and original ring leader of them all... Mr. P.T. Barnum! Written by Mark Bramble, Music by more...
Glenn Close, widely regarded as one of the finest actresses of her generation, showcased her versatility on Broadway in the 1980 production of Barnum, marking a significant moment in her illustrious stage career. more...
Jim Dale, MBE, renowned for his diverse talents, captivated audiences with his leading role in the Broadway production of Barnum, showcasing his versatility as an actor and performer. more...
(Standby)
SuEllen Estey, who was part of the original company of Barnum on Broadway, has an extensive theater career including notable roles such as the Beggar Woman in the Sweeney Todd revival and Madame Giry in The Phantom of the Opera in Hamburg, Germany. more...
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Harvey Evans, who graced the stage in the original production of Barnum, boasts a remarkable Broadway career that began with his debut in 1957's New Girl in Town and includes notable roles in classics such as West Side Story and Hello, Dolly! more...
Marianne Tatum, who created the role of Jenny Lind in Barnum and won a Theatre World Award for her performance, has recently been a guest artist in the Broadway Originals Series at Town Hall. more...
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Terri White, though renowned for her work as a British journalist and editor-in-chief of Empire magazine, also showcased her versatility by being part of the cast in Barnum. more...
Awards and Nominations
1980 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Jim Dale won.
1980 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Jim Dale won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Glenn Close was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Theoni V. Aldredge Costume Designer
Ted Azar Hair Designer
Peter Howard Musical Director
Hershy Kay Orchestrator
Joe Layton Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
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Director
Craig Miller Lighting Designer
David Mitchell Scenic Designer
Otts Munderloh Sound Designer
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