Musing on BARNUM — Page 2

I too enjoyed the original at the St. James. One terrific score! Never understood why the title character was played by Englishmen Dale & Crawford. Casting seems very important to me. From pics - Phineas looked tall & big like John C. Reilly yet besides stage charisma, you need someone who comes off a bit more appealing looking? I've really enjoyed C.Fitzgerald & surprised he didn't make it work. Maybe a bit too small physically? Even though not a great singer, someone like John Lithgow could be good I think. Close & Tatum were also good & the direction, staging, set & lights were all top notch.