Musicals

Come Alive Tickets

Name: Come Alive
Start: 2026-01-10T19:30:00
End: 2026-01-10T21:30:00
Location: Empress Museum

Acrobat performing handstand at The Five Tops show, vibrant audience in background.

Performer in a vibrant circus carriage during a theatrical show.

Aerial performers and acrobats in a vibrant circus show under colorful lights.

Aerial performers in a vibrant circus show with audience, titled "The Five Tops.

Duration

1 hr 40 min

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

4.8/5

(154)

Steven

Nov 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Before you are seated for the show there's a Very impressive vibe with activities on the perimeter of the seating area, magic shows, smoke bubbles the cast mingling in the crowd in character and of course the expected overpriced drinks. The show itself was very entertaining as far as the circus acts are concerned but some vocal performances were below par and the story was predictable. Happy overall, the cast nailed their circus routines excellently.

Hugh

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

This was a great experience from start to finish. If you enjoy circus acrobatics, dance, live music and singing, this is for you. My top tip is arrive in plenty of time to enjoy the pre-show fun. You'll get into the spirit of this dynamic event as you walk behind the scenes and meet some of the performers

Valentina

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Not knowingly I booked the VIP package: the staff was great and the food really good (and this is coming from a picky italian ahah). The show was super engaging and the performers were all very talented. I had the best time even if I was alone (I was visiting for work so I didn't have company).

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.

4.8
154 reviews
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What our guests say
Alyaka
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I booked the show last minute and it was the best last minute plan, it's like watching the movie for the first time the adrenaline hit the roof
Natasa
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The show was a wonderful experience and the grand finale to our last evening in London. The mix of music and circus show is breathtaking and very entertaining on all levels. Unfortunately, it felt like it was over far too quickly...!
Carolyn
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It was the best experience ever!! The way they interacted with the crowd was phenomenal! The talent was exceptional! All in all off the scale amazing!! Worth every penny too!!! Will be back to watch again as I'm sure I missed lots as so much to see!!!
Victoria
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Oh my goodness this whole show blew my mind. All the performers are so talented, i dont even know how they do all that. The best thing i have ever done, im so glad i did it
Amy
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Such a brilliant immersive experience. One of or even the best show I have ever seen. Absolutely loved every second of the show. The circus acts were outstanding.

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.