<Li> Kathryn Meisle as Hannah Hallett, mother of Charity and mother - in - law of Barnum . </Li> <P> The project was first announced in 2009, with Jackman already set for the title role . In August 2011, Michael Gracey was chosen to direct . In 2013, Fox hired lyricists Pasek and Paul to write the songs . </P> <P> On June 15, 2016, Zac Efron began negotiations to star in the film, and in July 2016, Michelle Williams was cast . The film was choreographed by Ashley Wallen . </P> <P> Rehearsals on the film began in October 2016 in New York City, and principal photography began on November 22, 2016 . </P>

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