High Society

About High Society

High Society at the Barbican Centre is Cole Porter’s musical about a society wedding that descends into chaos at a waterfront estate. Old flames, new flames and a sharp-eyed tabloid reporter all become part of the story as the celebrations unravel.

The production features a full-size orchestra and a 28-strong cast, with a score drawn from Cole Porter’s songbook. Songs include Just One Of Those Things, Let’s Misbehave, I Love Paris, Who Wants To Be a Millionaire?, Well, Did you Evah and True Love. It is brought together by a multi award-winning creative team, including Rachel Kavanaugh and choreographer Anthony Van Laast.

Running time: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.

Before you book

Age guidance: To be confirmed. Refunds and exchanges: No refunds or exchanges after purchase.

Venue

Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DS

Accessibility: For more information regarding accessibility at this venue, please contact access@barbican.org.uk.

Current cast

Helen George stars as Tracy Lord, with Felicity Kendal also appearing in the production. Julian Ovenden is listed in the cast. On Wed 1 and Fri 3 July, Helen George will not appear and her role will be played by an understudy. Felicity Kendal is not scheduled to perform the matinee on Thu 9 July. Julian Ovenden is not scheduled to perform on Sat 20 June in either the matinee or evening performance.