High Society

About High Society

High Society at the Barbican is Cole Porter’s musical comedy about a society wedding that unravels when old flames, new attractions and a tabloid reporter arrive at the waterfront estate. The production is set for the summer season and features a 28-strong cast.

Helen George stars as Tracy Lord, with Felicity Kendal also in the cast, alongside a full-size orchestra. The score draws on Cole Porter favourites 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.

Brought together by a multi award-winning creative team including Rachel Kavanaugh and choreographer Anthony Van Laast, this production offers Golden Age musical theatre with a large cast and a broad, familiar score.

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

Before you book

Suitable for children is to be confirmed. No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.

Helen George will not appear on Wed 1 and Fri 3 July, when her role will be played by an understudy. Felicity Kendal is not scheduled for the matinee performance on Thu 9 July, and Julian Ovenden is not scheduled to perform on Sat 20 June for either the matinee or evening performance.

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. Julian Ovenden is also listed in the cast, alongside a 28-strong company and a full-size orchestra.