Berlin Burlesque
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Cabaret meets drama in Berlin Burlesque - The Story of Hanussen.
With a dynamic set incorporating multimedia The Lyttelton Circus Theatre Company bring live music and action literally into the audience. An atmosphere is created that will carry you through a range of eras, locations and emotions and leave you on a high.
The story is based on Erik Jan Hanussen, a mentalist and variety theatre owner in Berlin who parallels Hitler’s rise. He was a lover of women and the casbah who played with fire, and got burnt.
Trigger warning: Nudity, WW2 symbology
What the critics have said:
“Burlesque with a dose of slapstick. This show is big and warm and generous and absolutely joyous.” - Matt Bowler, Nelson Mail
“This production sparkles and fizzes....the brilliant ensemble acting, skillful circus acts and singing and dancing of the finest quality, make a performance unlike anything I have ever seen.” - Gail Tresidder, Theatreview
“Unique and diverse.... go and see it.” - Vanessa Byrnes, Theatreview