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BIO

Charles Hart was born in London and educated in Maidenhead and Cambridge. He has written words for musicals (The Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love, The Kissing-Dance, The Dreaming), opera (The Vampyr, BBC TV) and miscellaneous songs, as well as both words and music for television (Watching, Split Ends, Granada TV) and radio (Love Songs, BBC Radio). His Two Studies for String Quartet were performed by the Sacconi Quartet in 2005 at London’s Purcell Room.



Charles Hart’s photographs have appeared on posters and in playbills, as well as publications ranging from Attitude to the Daily Telegraph, and in 2003 he was one of three photographers to feature in an exhibition organized by UNICEF to celebrate the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. He lives and works in London.

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STAGE CREDITS

Oklahoma!
[Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1953
Cord Elam
Oklahoma!
[US Tour]
National Tour, 1952

Productions

Aspects of LoveAspects of Love
 
[West End, 2023]
Lyrics
The Phantom of the OperaThe Phantom of the Opera
 
[Broadway, 1988] [Replacement]
Lyrics[Replacement]

Writing

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Charles Hart, Aspects of Love

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Musical

Charles Hart, The Phantom of the Opera

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Charles Hart, The Phantom of the Opera

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Review: Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney Are Right at Home at The Green Room 42 Photo
Review: Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney Are Right at Home at The Green Room 42
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 28, 2026

Broadway and cabaret's new power couple, Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney (HADESTOWN), wowed with three sold-out shows at The Green Room 42 in February.
Video/Photos: MASQUERADE Cast Performs Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Photo
Video/Photos: MASQUERADE Cast Performs Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026

This morning, Masquerade brought the opera house to Good Morning America for a special performance from the hit immersive production. During their visit, the off-Broadway cast performed a medley of 'Masquerade' and 'The Phantom of the Opera.' Check out the performance, along with photos from their appearance now.
MASQUERADE Seeking Participants for GOOD MORNING AMERICA Performance Photo
MASQUERADE Seeking Participants for GOOD MORNING AMERICA Performance
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026

Cast from the immersive production of Masquerade will perform on Good Morning America on February 26, and the company is looking for audience members to complete the experience.
Beatrice Penny-Touré to Play Christine in His Majesty's Theatre's THE PHANTOM OF THE Photo
Beatrice Penny-Touré to Play Christine in His Majesty's Theatre's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Gillian Blum - Feb 6, 2026

Beatrice Penny-Touré will play the role of Christine Daaé in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre for 10 weeks only, from Monday, March 2 until Saturday, May 9.
Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2026 Photo
Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2026

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. February is filled with world premieres featuring well-known stars. See the full list!
Video: MASQUERADE Star Telly Leung Sings 'Music of the Night' From PHANTOM Photo
Video: MASQUERADE Star Telly Leung Sings 'Music of the Night' From PHANTOM
by Michael Major - Jan 7, 2026

Telly Leung has shared an acoustic video of 'Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera. The Broadway favorite is currently starring in Masquerade as Erik, the Phantom, in the new immersive staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic.
Photos: MASQUERADE Celebrates New Years With Bal Lumiere Photo
Photos: MASQUERADE Celebrates New Years With Bal Lumiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2026

Masquerade hosted Bal Lumière, a post-performance New Year’s Eve soirée that opened the show’s Paris Opera House environment to attendees for a late-night masked gathering. See photos from the event here!
MASQUERADE To Host Bal Lumière New Year’s Eve Soirée Photo
MASQUERADE To Host Bal Lumière New Year’s Eve Soirée
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

Masquerade will present Bal Lumière, a late-night masked soirée following the December 31 performance, offering audiences extended access to its Paris Opera House world.
MASQUERADE Launches Digital Cancellation Line; Extends Through March 2026 Photo
MASQUERADE Launches Digital Cancellation Line; Extends Through March 2026
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2025

Masquerade will now play an additional 8 weeks through March 2026. Masquerade also announced it has partnered with TodayTix to offer $178 Digital Cancellation Line tickets exclusively on the TodayTix app.
Tickets For THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Portland on Sale Next Week Photo
Tickets For THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Portland on Sale Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

 Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, will go on sale on Monday, December 8 at 10 am for its engagement at Keller Auditorium.
Photos: More From Inside MASQUERADE Photo
Photos: More From Inside MASQUERADE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025

Masquerade has released new production photos, giving an intimate look inside the show! Masquerade invites you to experience the iconic story and score, even stranger than you’ve dreamt it.
MASQUERADE to Host 'Le Bal Macabre' Halloween Soirée Photo
MASQUERADE to Host 'Le Bal Macabre' Halloween Soirée
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

This All Hallows’ Eve, Masquerade is inviting guests deeper inside the world of the Phantom of the Opera than ever before with Le Bal Macabre, a Halloween Soirée following the holiday evening performance.
Bob Dylan's Artwork Is Featured in MASQUERADE Off-Broadway Photo
Bob Dylan's Artwork Is Featured in MASQUERADE Off-Broadway
by Michael Major - Oct 10, 2025

Bob Dylan was commissioned to create custom artwork for Off-Broadway's Masquerade. The new gates are part of a new scene, telling The Phantom of the Opera's backstory.
Photos: P!nk Poses With the Cast of MASQUERADE Under the Iconic Chandelier Photo
Photos: P!nk Poses With the Cast of MASQUERADE Under the Iconic Chandelier
by Michael Major - Oct 2, 2025

Grammy-winner P!nk stopped by Masquerade, posing with the cast under the iconic Phantom of the Opera chandelier. See photos of her with Francisco Javier Gonzalez, Riley Noland, Clay Singer, and the company of the immersive prodution.
Video: First Look Inside MASQUERADE Revealed Photo
Video: First Look Inside MASQUERADE Revealed
by Michael Major - Sep 29, 2025

Masquerade stars Jeff Kready, Telly Leung, Hugh Panaro, Kyle Scatliffe, Clay Singer, and Nik Walker as the Phantom, with Haile Ferrier, Erin LeCroy, Francesca Mehrotra, Riley Noland, Kaley Ann Voorhees, and Anna Zavelson as Christine. See the video!
Photos: Hugh Panaro, Telly Leung, and More in MASQUERADE Photo
Photos: Hugh Panaro, Telly Leung, and More in MASQUERADE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025

The Music of the Night is rising above New York City once more, as Masquerade has released an exclusive first look inside the world of the Phantom of the Opera. Check out the photos here!
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends at His Majesty's Theatre Photo
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends at His Majesty's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025

New production photos have been released for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more here!
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide Photo
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
Review: CHAIN OF LOVE (A BROADWAY ALBUM) Release Party And Concert With Carly Ozard A Photo
Review: CHAIN OF LOVE (A BROADWAY ALBUM) Release Party And Concert With Carly Ozard And Friends
by Steve Murray - Aug 20, 2025

What did our critic think of CHAIN OF LOVE (A BROADWAY ALBUM) ALBUM RELEASE PARTY AND CONCERT WITH CARLY OZARD AND FR at GRNHS Gallery + Studio?
Audio Drama Podcast About Restoration Theatre THE PEEK WITH SAMUEL PEPYS Released Photo
Audio Drama Podcast About Restoration Theatre THE PEEK WITH SAMUEL PEPYS Released
by Emmy Rice - Aug 3, 2025

Loosely inspired by the writings of famed British diarist Samuel Pepys, it explores the origins of pop culture as developed during the reign of King Charles II in the Stuart Restoration (1660-1688).
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Charles Hart been in?

Charles Hart has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Charles Hart been in?

Charles Hart has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Charles Hart been nominated for?

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aspects of Love, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera.

How many shows has Charles Hart written?

Charles Hart has written 1 shows including Masquerade (Lyrics).

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