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Phantom Of The Opera

Why see Phantom Of The Opera?

See Broadway's Longest-Running Show, On Tour!

In 1986, Andrew Lloyd Webber unveiled his latest masterpiece, Phantom of the Opera, an electrifying rock musical inspired by Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel. This mesmerizing tale of supernatural romance has captivated audiences and become a cultural phenomenon. As Broadway's longest-running show, this iconic production continues to break records, with an estimated 140 million viewers worldwide.

Experience the magic of Phantom as it enters a new era with a refreshed production set to enthrall audiences across America. Don't miss your chance to witness this legendary show as it haunts your city on this exciting new tour!

The Paris Opera, 1881...

Hidden in the tunnels deep below the Paris Opera resides a deformed musical genius who stalks the halls and terrorizes the company from the rafters. With his half-covered by his famous white mask, his only happiness comes from tutoring the beautiful, orphaned chorus girl Christine Daae, with whom he has an enduring obsession. Unseen, he teaches the young ingenue to sing 'The Music of the Night.' As her 'Angel of Music', Christine blossoms and steps out of the chorus line onto center stage.

When Christine becomes engaged to another man, the Phantom is driven wild with jealousy and will stop at nothing to have her for himself, even resorting to murder. And so begins a tantalizing tale of forbidden love and supernatural adventure so exciting that over 130 million people worldwide have lost their hearts and minds to the drama.

Did You Know?

To achieve the spooky atmosphere of the Phantom's underground lair, the crew use more than 500lbs of dry ice and 10 fog and smoke machines at every performance. Brrrrrr!

Key Information

Audience

Recommended for children aged 10 and older

Run Time

Two hours 30 minutes with one 15-minute intermission

Dates

Finished Feb 19, 2017

Creative

  • Direction by Seth Sklar-Heyn
  • Choreography by Gillian Lynne
  • Choreography recreated and adapted by Chrissie Cartwright
  • Production design by Maria Björnson
  • Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
  • Lyrics by Charles Hart
  • Additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe
  • Book by Richard Stilgoe and Andrew Lloyd Webber
  • Orchestrations by David Cullen and Andrew Lloyd Webber
  • Music supervision by Simon Lee
  • Set design adapted by Matt Kinley
  • Costume design by Jill Parker
  • Lighting by Andrew Bridge
  • Sound by Mick Potter

Awards

1988 TONY AWARDS
Best Musical
Director (Hal Prince)
Sets (Maria Bjornson)
Costumes (Maria Bjornson)
Lighting (Andrew Bridge)

1988 DRAMA DESK AWARDS
Best Direction (Hal Prince)
Actor in a Musical (Michael Crawford)
Best Music (Andrew Lloyd Webber)
Best Orchestration (David Cullen and Andrew Lloyd Webber)
Best Scenery (Maria Bjornson)
Best Costumes (Maria Bjornson)
Best Lighting (Andrew Bridge)

1988 OUTER CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS
Best Musical
Best Design (Maria Bjornson)

Reviews

Customer reviews

301 reviews, average rating: (4.2 Stars)

Diana

Best musical ever.

Phantom of the opera is the best musical to ever hit the broadway stage. From the first word I was captivied by the whole thing. The characters, the plotline, the set, and most importantly, the MUSIC. This is by far Andrew Lloyd Webber's most ingenius creation, and if you are in London, Las Vegas or NYC, you are making the biggest mistake of your life not to see it. I've seen it four times live, and everytime is a whole new expierence in itself. I had great seats both times in NYC [other times were in London and Vegas]. I wouldn't take children under 5 years to see the show. Some parts a little dark, not very but a little. Kids 8 and under, it might just go over their heads. This is the best show on broadway, and everyone should see it at least once in their lifetime! It's absolutely fantastic!!! ... Read more

Stephen

Phantom of the Opera

Phantom of the Opera is a magnificent show with the theatre full, the two times I saw it on Broadway. How in heavens name was it cancelled. Too expensive to produce you say. Balderdash, if the show was always booked solid then the price structure could have been revised. Fools always ruin a good thing. ... Read more

PHANTOM LOVER

[BEST EVER]

This was the best show i have ever seen!!! I saw it a few months ago in January and i couldnt believe how great it was. It is a must see for [EVERYONE]!! The only bad (well it was kinda funny) thing was that the phanotom kept on spitting because of the mask when he sang. Other than this it was breathtaking. The costumes are creative and the seating is great.! I sat in about the 7th or 8th row back in orchestra and everything seemed so real. The show is great for kids too but the beginning might scare some because a spark is set off when the chandaler(i know thats spelled wrong) comes down. Some parts are a bit spooky but the soundtrack, actors, and atmospthere are the best!!! A must see for anyone and any age. ... Read more
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