The Phantom of the Opera

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Phantom of the Opera

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Thu Apr 23 2009

These days, it seems like you can't take a step in so-called 'Theatreland' without encountering a new musical. Bold as you like, they shimmy and shuffle in with their 'Dirty Dancing' and their star-studded, star-spangled casts, bewitching audiences with their 'Wicked' ways. But as popular as they are now, where will they be in five years time? Probably not at Her Majesty's Theatre: proud home of the indefatigable 'The Phantom of the Opera' since 1986.

In the 20 years since its London premiere, Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical (based on the 1911 book by French novelist Gaston Leroux), has become a cultural icon. Playing to worldwide audiences of more than 100 million and winning countless awards, it has also been being declared the biggest box office draw in entertainment history. Not bad for a story about a volatile composer who battles with a lantern-jawed himbo for the heart of his beautiful protégé.

Christine (currently Sofia Escobar) is a talented but shy chorus girl who, under the mysterious tutelage of the 'Angel of Music', is elevated to the principal lead at her Paris opera house. However, it soon becomes clear that her shadowy saviour is more Phantom (currently Marcus Lovett) than angel. Madness, tragedy and a vicious love triangle ensues, punctuated by some great songs.

Critics of 'Phantom', and there are many, call it bland and tired. I'd call it retro. Sure, the effects, magnificent flying chandelier aside, are less than special. The acoustics are distractingly tinny, and the music has more synthesizers than Jean Michel Jarre at his electro-pop best, but 'Phantom' is a product of its time. Its lavish and bold set design is still awe-inspiring, and at the heart of the play is a touching story of love and desire. It may be mass-produced entertainment, but its still massive fun.

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Hide map/details

Mon May 20

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

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The Phantom of the Opera

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Tue May 21

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Wed May 22

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- 19:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Thu May 23

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 14:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Thu May 23

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Fri May 24

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Sat May 25

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

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Sat May 25

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The Phantom of the Opera

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Mon May 27

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Tue May 28

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Wed May 29

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Thu May 30

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 14:30

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  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Thu May 30

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Fri May 31

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Sat Jun 1

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Sat Jun 1

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Mon Jun 3

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Tue Jun 4

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Wed Jun 5

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Thu Jun 6

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 14:30

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  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Thu Jun 6

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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Address:
Her Majesty's Theatre 57 Haymarket
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Phone:
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  - 57 Haymarket
    London
    SW1Y 4QL
  - 0870 830 0200
  - www.reallyuseful.com
  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Fri Jun 7

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

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Address:
Her Majesty's Theatre 57 Haymarket
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Phone:
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  - 57 Haymarket
    London
    SW1Y 4QL
  - 0870 830 0200
  - www.reallyuseful.com
  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Sat Jun 8

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 14:30

Buy tickets

Address:
Her Majesty's Theatre 57 Haymarket
London
SW1Y 4QL

Phone:
0870 830 0200
Website:
www.reallyuseful.com
Transport:
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Map
1. Her Majesty's Theatre
  - 57 Haymarket
    London
    SW1Y 4QL
  - 0870 830 0200
  - www.reallyuseful.com
  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Sat Jun 8

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

Buy tickets

Address:
Her Majesty's Theatre 57 Haymarket
London
SW1Y 4QL

Phone:
0870 830 0200
Website:
www.reallyuseful.com
Transport:
Piccadilly Circus tube
Map
1. Her Majesty's Theatre
  - 57 Haymarket
    London
    SW1Y 4QL
  - 0870 830 0200
  - www.reallyuseful.com
  - 51.508125, -0.132007

The Phantom of the Opera

Her Majesty's Theatre, 57 Haymarket, SW1Y 4QL Show map/details

Mon Jun 10

£20-£95. Runs 2hrs 30mins.

- 19:30

Buy tickets

Address:
Her Majesty's Theatre 57 Haymarket
London
SW1Y 4QL

Phone:
0870 830 0200
Website:
www.reallyuseful.com
Transport:
Piccadilly Circus tube
Map
1. Her Majesty's Theatre
  - 57 Haymarket
    London
    SW1Y 4QL
  - 0870 830 0200
  - www.reallyuseful.com
  - 51.508125, -0.132007

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The show certainly has its haters, but if you see this you will almost definitely not regret going. The music really is something special and the soprano who plays Christine is always eminently talented. Every friend I've taken to see it has become obsessed afterwards, but maybe that is because I only choose people with good taste as my friends.

succubism Thu Apr 11
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wary of the opera content beforehand but brilliantly done. scenery great, singing excellent. we had a group of teenagers sitting in front of us, with one constantly messing,on the phone and talking which totally spoiled our time otherwise it would of been 5 stars. a must see even if u dont like opera that much

brian Sun Apr 7
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Seen it again. Very good. However looking a little bit tired

A Lewis Sat Jan 12
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The Best, Ever!!!

Lilly Mon Mar 19 2012
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Absolutely Fantastic.

bsp Sat Feb 11 2012
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The Great Musical all time,

Rukartstudio Tue Dec 20 2011
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I love musicals, and first saw Phantom a few months after it opened. I loved the first half hour (up to and including Music of the night). Then, however, it went Berg ab. ALW reuses the few themes there is, and the text is pathetic (I love her, does that mean nothing? asks the hero, disregarding the fact that the Phantom also loves her, which clearly means dick all to everybody). Last time I saw it there was even more reuse. Strangely the punters still come, which goes to prove what marketing can do. Gladens non disputandem, of course, but disregarding the commercial success it is simply not well made.

Ze Eagle Mon May 30 2011
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