Barnum

FILM REVIEW: The Greatest Showman starring Hugh Jackman (or why you should see Barnum at the Menier instead)

Posted on by mrmonstagigz

WORTH A LOOK?: **

OUT: now

This film is shortlisted for three Golden Globes tonight (7/1) and, of those, its most likely victory is in the Best Song category.

  • Read on for reasons including why you’d be better off seeing the stage version

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THEATRE REVIEW: Barnum starring Marcus Brigstocke

Posted on by mrmonstagigz

WORTH A LOOK?: ****

WHERE: Menier Chocolate Factory

WHEN: 25/11, press night 5/12, runs to 3/3/18

We’re leafing through the programme, the morning after the first preview of this revival, and brightly-coloured ticker tape thrown by the cast keeps falling out.

  • Read on for reasons including how Marcus Brigstocke performs as the leading man

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