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The Greatest Showman (musical)
Upcoming stage musical From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Greatest Showman is an upcoming stage musical with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, who wrote the songs for the movie, and a book by Tim Federle, based on 20th Century Studios's 2017 film, which in turn is based on the life of P. T. Barnum, creator of the Barnum & Bailey Circus.
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Background
On March 5, 2024, it was reported by Baz Bamigboye from Deadline Hollywood that the stage adaptation of the film was in development by Disney Theatrical Productions, opening in Bristol in Spring 2026 before heading to the West End and Broadway, following a workshop in Fall 2023.[1] On August 9, 2024, it was also announced at D23 Expo by Disney Theatricals with a performance of "The Greatest Show," the opening and closing number of the film which is also expected to do the same on stage. All songs from the film are expected to be included, with Pasek and Paul contributing five new songs to the production. The musical is also Disney's first stage adaptation of a 20th Century Studios film following The Walt Disney Company's 2019 acquisition of 21st Century Fox and its assets.[2]
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Production
World premiere: Bristol (2026)
On March 5, 2025, it was announced that the musical will have its world premiere in spring 2026 at the Bristol Hippodrome prior to a West End run. It will be directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw and produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. While no actors from the film have currently been confirmed to reprise their roles on stage, open auditions will be held across the UK.[3] Further details are to be announced.
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See also
- Barnum – 1980 stage musical based on the life of P. T. Barnum
References
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