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The life of P. T. Barnum, circus showman extraordinaire, is told through a combination of traditional musical theatre techniques and such aspects of circus as jugglers, clowns and trapeze artists.
2 Barnum quizzes and 20 Barnum trivia questions.
1.
  Come Follow the Band!    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
"Barnum" debuted on Broadway in 1980 with Jim Dale in the title role. How much do you know about this little-done show?
Average, 10 Qns, anthonyrappfan, Oct 31 16
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2.
  'Barnum' Lyrics    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Not many people are familiar with this show but it is very good. Just complete the lyric.
Average, 10 Qns, ieatit, Oct 31 16
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Barnum Trivia Questions
1. 'There is a _______ born every minute.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: sucker

The show opened with this song on Broadway in 1980.

2. According to Joice Heth, three men out of five do what?

From Quiz Come Follow the Band!

Answer: They end up locked up or hung

The role of Joice Heth, the supposed nurse of George Washington who was over 100 when Barnum toured with her, was originated on Broadway by Terri White. She has also been seen in "Ain't Misbehavin'" and "Welcome to the Club".

3. 'Thank god I'm _____.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: old

The same person who sings this song in the original production was also the soloist in 'Black and White.'

4. Who originated the role of Barnum in London?

From Quiz Come Follow the Band!

Answer: Michael Crawford

Michael Crawford is widely-known as the original Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Phantom of the Opera". Less fondly remembered are his crossdressing dual roles in "Dance of the Vampires".

5. 'The colors of my life are _______ and bold.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: bountiful

This lyric is from 'The Colors of My Life' that Barnum sings, but Chairy, his wife also sings a slightly different version of the song.

6. 'We're out of step, we _______.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: disagree

In the original production on Broadway, Jim Dale and Glenn Close sang this song as Barnum and Chairy.

7. According to "Come Follow the Band", which instrument is likened to a burst of crystal?

From Quiz Come Follow the Band!

Answer: Glockenspiel

"Glockenspiel" is a very fun word to say, but is it equally fun to play? In all my years as a musician, I've never heard a glockenspiel, although I've had more than enough dulcimer!

8. 'I'm General Thumb just come to ____, a yankee doodle dandy.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: town

During this song, a large wooden chair was constructed to make General Tom Thumb look very small. The ringmaster in the scene also wore stilts to look much taller than Thumb.

9. When Jim Dale went on vacation, who filled in for him?

From Quiz Come Follow the Band!

Answer: Tony Orlando

Tony Orlando played the role of Barnum from May 5th, 1981, to May 25th of the same year. Orlando was also seen in "Smokey Joe's Cafe" as the special guest star. He was the lead singer of the band Tony Orlando and Dawn.

10. 'Come follow the _____.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: band

During this song, a live band was actually on stage.

11. What song from "Barnum" appears on Anthony Warlow's CD, "Centre Stage"?

From Quiz Come Follow the Band!

Answer: The Colors of my Life

Anthony Warlow is an Australian musical theatre performer who has previously been seen in "Les Miserables" (Enjrolas), "Phantom of the Opera" (Phantom) and "Grease!" (Teen Angel).

12. 'Black and white, the future's rosy ______ black and white.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: living

13. How much did it cost to get into Barnum's museum?

From Quiz Come Follow the Band!

Answer: One dollar

The price of entry into the museum is mentioned in Barnum's line before he starts singing "Museum Song".

14. 'Educated fleas, a tribe of aborigines, two ______ joined across the knees, the Mona Lisa made of ice.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: ladies

15. 'Just join the _______ like you wanted to when you were a kid.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: circus

16. What drink does Tom Thumb mention in his song "Bigger Isn't Better"?

From Quiz Come Follow the Band!

Answer: Brandy

"I've et your scrap and washed it down with just a nip of brandy" proclaims Thumb as he tells the audience that "Bigger Isn't Better". General Tom Thumb, the midget, was one of Barnum's better known attractions.

17. 'Watch that ______ shaking hands like a pup there.'

From Quiz 'Barnum' Lyrics

Answer: tiger

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