Barrowman in Barnum Revival, Late 2009???

The Daily Mail reported today that John Barrowman, star of Anything Goes and the BBC’S Torchwood, is in discussions with producer Cameron Mackintosh to play the title role in a revival of the hit Broadway musical, Barnum, which first premiered in the West End at the London Palladium in 1981. Other names rumoured to be attached to the production, planned for late 2009, currently include choreographer Rob Ashford and original writer Mark Bramble, who’s been asked to “beef up” the show’s plot. Following in the footsteps of Michael Crawford, Barrowman would have to sort his schedule out before accepting the role in Barnum as he’s got a concert tour, a BBC show and more Torchwood filming all lined up for this year! He’s a guy in huge demand…