High Society

About High Society

High Society at the Barbican Centre is Cole Porter’s musical comedy about the society wedding of the year, where old flames and new flames complicate the celebrations as a sharp-eyed tabloid reporter hunts for scandal at a waterfront estate.

Presented as a lavish new production, it features a full size orchestra and a 28-strong cast, with songs from Cole Porter’s songbook including Just One Of Those Things, Let’s Misbehave, I Love Paris, Who Wants To Be a Millionaire?, Well, Did You Evah and True Love.

Helen George stars as Tracy Lord, alongside Felicity Kendal. The production is described as being brought to life by a multi award-winning creative team, including Rachel Kavanaugh and choreographer Anthony Van Laast.

Key facts: Running time approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.

Before you book

Age guidance is still to be confirmed. On Wednesday 1st and Friday 3rd July, Helen George will not appear and the role of Tracy Lord will be played by an understudy.

No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.

Venue

Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DS

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. High Society features a 28-strong cast and a full size orchestra.