Exclusive: The first Batman Live trailer arrives

The first trailer for Batman Live has landed on Total Film.

The stage show, which is coming to the MEN arena this summer, pits Batman and Robin against a pantheon of famous foes, including The Joker, Catwoman and The Penguin.

This trailer gives a close-up look at the dynamic duo through a bullet time-aping effect.

It looks like the emphasis is on fun here: this isn't a dark and brooding Nolan-esque take on the material, with the stage show costumes retaining something of a Joel Schumacher vibe.

Check out the promo for yourself:

Batman Live opens at the MEN Arena on 19 July. For more information go to www.batmanlive.com .

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