Musicals

Come Alive Tickets

Name: Come Alive
Start: 2026-07-02T19:30:00
End: 2026-07-02T21:30:00
Location: Empress Museum

Performers on stage during Come Alive Westend show, featuring vibrant costumes and dramatic lighting.

Performer on stage during Come Alive Westend show with dramatic lighting.

Performers on stage in dramatic lighting during Come Alive Westend show.

Performers interacting with audience during Come Alive Westend stage show.

Duration

1 hr 40 mins

Age Limit

Suitable for 6+ yrs

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(696)

Gregory D

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

The entire event was excellent. From the moment you walk in, its completely emersive. As for the performance...it was amazing. A perfect blend of phenmonal vocal performances, acrobatics, audience participation and modified storyline to fit the.....musical? I was so much more than a musical. Really well done and I would recommend it.

Judith G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The pre show was fun and interactive and a good way to set the scene and interact with performers. The interaction between performers and the audience during the show is amazing. The performers are inspiring throughout and dedicated to their craft.

Mirko M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Come Alive! in London was an absolutely unforgettable experience from start to finish. The circus atmosphere was electric, the lighting was spectacular, the acrobats were breathtaking, and the vocal performances were truly outstanding.

Damon D

Group

Verified booking

Last week

We have been to most of the Cirque de Soleil shows but THIS show was the best we've seen. Amazing acts, beautiful singing, just absolutely top notch. The venue was intimate and perfect for seeing the show up close. Don't miss it!

Michelle L

Group

Verified booking

6 days ago

The Come Alive show was truly amazing, the performers were entertaining, exhibiting some difficult acrobatic moves and never a dull moment at the show. Well done! We will definitely be back for more.

Nicola W

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

Absolutely phenomenal show! Everything from the singing, the acts, the crowd and engagement were spot on! Definitely one of the best shows we've seen, if not THE best! Definitely a MUST SEE!

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.

696 reviews
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What our guests say
Gregory D
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
The entire event was excellent. From the moment you walk in, its completely emersive. As for the performance...it was amazing. A perfect blend of phenmonal vocal performances, acrobatics, audience participation and modified storyline to fit the.....musical? I was so much more than a musical. Really well done and I would recommend it.
Judith G
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The pre show was fun and interactive and a good way to set the scene and interact with performers. The interaction between performers and the audience during the show is amazing. The performers are inspiring throughout and dedicated to their craft.
Mirko M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Come Alive! in London was an absolutely unforgettable experience from start to finish. The circus atmosphere was electric, the lighting was spectacular, the acrobats were breathtaking, and the vocal performances were truly outstanding.
Damon D
Group
Verified booking
Last week
We have been to most of the Cirque de Soleil shows but THIS show was the best we've seen. Amazing acts, beautiful singing, just absolutely top notch. The venue was intimate and perfect for seeing the show up close. Don't miss it!
Ian M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The show was incredible and deserves 5 stars. Headout could be improved by including a link to the booking in the reminder email or text a few days before the show. It would make finding tickets much easier.

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.