Musicals

Come Alive Tickets

Name: Come Alive
Start: 2026-08-07T14:30:00
End: 2026-08-07T16:30:00
Location: Empress Museum

London comes alive with Come Alive, a show based on the Greatest Showman with all the original songs and even more daring feats.

Great for

Circus Lovers | Greatest Showman lovers | Fans of Daring Feats

Theater name: Empress Museum

4.9/5(824)

Gareth C

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

My daughter and I are big fans of the Greatest Showman, and this was a really special event that allowed us to feel as part of the circus audience we saw on the film. From the second you enter the venue, you are transported to the Greatest Showman's circus. First walking around an astmospheric arena of caravans and pitches of the performers that also doubles as bars, food servers and merch stands. You enter the big top, a circular stage which houses an intimate audience of just 700 people, where you are in touching distance of the action at all times. All the fan favourite songs and spectacular acrobatics, with stunning lighting, smoke, and fire effects delivered with a light narrative that creates a spectacle that was breathtaking from beginning to end! Great show for fans and newcomers alike.

Kimberly T

Group

Verified booking

Last week

I had no idea what to expect with this show - our son loves The Greatest Showman so we booked these tickets but couldn't fathom what a circus based on the movie would be! It was far better than expected! Dare I say I liked some of the music more than the movie! The Empress Museum is a small enough venue to feel immersed in the production. The acrobatics and gymnastic moves were incredible; the music and story tracked the film; the performers were outstanding! I highly recommend as it's a creative, uplifting, energetic show! Loved it!

Sian K

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

The atmosphere was electric! That was the most amazing show I have ever seen ! Being so close to the performers was fantastic and made it more exciting ! Their interaction with the audience was immense and their joy whilst performing was immeasurable! Have never seen so much energy! Fantastic well done the whole team at Come Alive ! Brilliant 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Come Alive is an outrageous tribute to The Greatest Showman in an immersive circus-meets-musical spectacular. At its heart is the iconic music of Pasek and Paul, which includes anthems like "This Is Me," "A Million Dreams," and "The Greatest Show." Audiences are at the center of a world-class circus performance, with Cirque de Demain awardees and Cirque du Soleil veterans. The lively backstage of a touring circus will greet you the instant you enter the theater. See roving magicians, acrobats, and even palm readers before the main show starts by exploring carnivalesque installations. During this pre-show, the whole arena becomes a lively playground.

While drawing inspiration from The Greatest Showman, Come Alive tells its own story. Witness the rise and fall of Max, a teenage ringmaster who finds themselves suddenly in charge of the show. This performance delves into themes of ambition, self-discovery, and the power of bravery to change lives through this growth. So step right up to the “Greatest Show on Earth”!

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Gareth C
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
My daughter and I are big fans of the Greatest Showman, and this was a really special event that allowed us to feel as part of the circus audience we saw on the film. From the second you enter the venue, you are transported to the Greatest Showman's circus. First walking around an astmospheric arena of caravans and pitches of the performers that also doubles as bars, food servers and merch stands. You enter the big top, a circular stage which houses an intimate audience of just 700 people, where you are in touching distance of the action at all times. All the fan favourite songs and spectacular acrobatics, with stunning lighting, smoke, and fire effects delivered with a light narrative that creates a spectacle that was breathtaking from beginning to end! Great show for fans and newcomers alike.
Kimberly T
Group
Verified booking
Last week
I had no idea what to expect with this show - our son loves The Greatest Showman so we booked these tickets but couldn't fathom what a circus based on the movie would be! It was far better than expected! Dare I say I liked some of the music more than the movie! The Empress Museum is a small enough venue to feel immersed in the production. The acrobatics and gymnastic moves were incredible; the music and story tracked the film; the performers were outstanding! I highly recommend as it's a creative, uplifting, energetic show! Loved it!
Sian K
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
The atmosphere was electric! That was the most amazing show I have ever seen ! Being so close to the performers was fantastic and made it more exciting ! Their interaction with the audience was immense and their joy whilst performing was immeasurable! Have never seen so much energy! Fantastic well done the whole team at Come Alive ! Brilliant 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Radha P
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The was one of the greatest shows I've ever seen. The whole preshow, the atmosphere, the props, the actors, the singers and performers, everyone was in sync, everyone just as great. We were disappointed when the show came to an end. The best mother-daughter activity! Thanks for the wonderfull wonderfull evening!!
George G
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
This was not a show it was an event an totally immersive experience From going through the front door to finally reluctantly leaving it was so impressive The food and drinks stalls the displays But oh my goodness the show, I love theatre but this was so much more The production the cast it blew my mind

Show details

Genre: Circus

Audience: Suitable for 6+

Venue name: Under the Big Top, Empress Museum

Venue Facilities: Dining, bar, toilets

Accessibility: Step-Free access, accessible toilets, Sennheiser induction loop system, headsets provided on request, relaxed performances, assistance dogs allowed

Dress code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Leading Roles: Simon Bailey as The Showman, Aaliya Mai as Max

-Singers: Jaz Ellington, Charlotte-Hannah Jones, Whitney Martins, Fallon Mondlane

-Dancers: Maisie Axton, Genie Gledhill, Mia Jayne, Konnie Karachaliou, Ebby Sama, Emma-Louise Stansall, Ross Wilkins

Circus Performers: Juan Anyosa, Korri Aulakh ,Klodi Dabkiewicz, Bella Diosa, Tybald Griesbacher, Yann LeBlanc, David Locke, Rachel Locks, Daniel Luengo Quintero, Shona Morgan, Dean Murrell, Theddy Nardin, Manases Palacios Molano, Antino Pansa, Joel Roxendal, Itzel Salvatierra, Josephine Urry

Magician: Kieron The Mighty

Conceived and Directed By: Simon Hammerstein

Music Producer: Matthew Brind

Choreographer: Jerry Reeve & Lukas McFarlane

**Circus Choreography & Casting **: Tilde Björfors and Mattias Andersson

Lighting Designer: Gareth Tucker

Sound Designer: Ruby Law

Set Designer: Susan Kulkarni

Costume Designer: Martina Trottmann, Bryn Harris

Performance Director: Jack Marsh

Creative Writer: Greg Arrowsmith

Additional tips

Most big top tents are temperature-controlled so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

This production contains strobe lighting, smoke, haze and fire effects

Come Alive may cause difficulties for people with photosensitive epilepsy.