Composer

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Cy Coleman

Genre

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Musical Theatre

Style

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Musical Theater

Average_duration

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62:58

Movement_count

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23

Movement ....

Barnum is a musical that tells the story of P.T. Barnum, the famous American showman and circus owner. The music for the show was composed by Cy Coleman, with lyrics by Michael Stewart and a book by Mark Bramble. The show premiered on Broadway in 1980 and ran for over 800 performances. The plot of Barnum follows the life of P.T. Barnum, from his early days as a struggling showman to his rise to fame as the owner of the Barnum & Bailey Circus. Along the way, he meets and falls in love with his wife, Charity, and faces numerous challenges and setbacks as he tries to build his empire. The music of Barnum is characterized by its lively, upbeat melodies and catchy lyrics. The show features a number of memorable songs, including "There's a Sucker Born Every Minute," "The Colors of My Life," and "Join the Circus." Barnum is divided into two acts, each of which is comprised of several musical numbers and scenes. The first act focuses on Barnum's early years, as he struggles to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry. The second act follows his rise to fame as the owner of the Barnum & Bailey Circus, and his efforts to keep the show afloat in the face of financial difficulties and public scrutiny. One of the most notable aspects of Barnum is its use of circus performers and acrobats as part of the show's ensemble. The performers are integrated into the musical numbers and scenes, adding an extra layer of spectacle and excitement to the production. Barnum premiered on Broadway in 1980, with Jim Dale in the lead role of P.T. Barnum. The show was a critical and commercial success, earning multiple Tony Award nominations and winning several awards, including Best Original Score and Best Actor in a Musical for Jim Dale. In the years since its premiere, Barnum has been revived numerous times, both on Broadway and in regional productions around the world. The show's enduring popularity is a testament to its catchy music, engaging story, and larger-than-life characters.

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