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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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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).
Top Off-Broadway Shows for August 2025 Photo
Top Off-Broadway Shows for August 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 1, 2025

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for August 2025! See the list of BroadwayWorld's top shows here!
MASQUERADE Performance On for Tonight Pending Weather Photo
MASQUERADE Performance On for Tonight Pending Weather
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

Masquerade’s first special preview performance is set to take place tonight, on July 31, 2025, weather permitting. Learn more about the show's updates here!
MASQUERADE Rehearsals Seen By Rooftop Neighbors on 57th Street Photo
MASQUERADE Rehearsals Seen By Rooftop Neighbors on 57th Street
by Michael Major - Jul 16, 2025

Residents of West 57th Street are getting a free preview of the immersive new reimagining of The Phantom of the Opera, Masquerade. As the new production continues to rehearse, The Phantom, Christine, and Raoul have been seen.
MASQUERADE Releases Tickets to Select Performances to the General Public Photo
MASQUERADE Releases Tickets to Select Performances to the General Public
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2025

Masquerade has released limited tickets to select performances between September 9 through October 19, now available to the general public. Learn more here!
After Selling Out in Hours, MASQUERADE Adds Six More Weeks of Performances Photo
After Selling Out in Hours, MASQUERADE Adds Six More Weeks of Performances
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2025

Due to demand after its first six weeks of special previews sold out in under three hours, Masquerade will release tickets for an additional six weeks of performances.
MASQUERADE Adds More Dates to Run After Selling Out Within Hours Photo
MASQUERADE Adds More Dates to Run After Selling Out Within Hours
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

Tickets to the first six weeks of dates of Masquerade went on sale, and immediately sold out within three hours of their release. Due to the incredible fan response, tickets to additional dates for Masquerade will be released. Learn more here!
Anna Zavelson, Telly Leung, Kyle Scatliffe & More Will Star in MASQUERADE Photo
Anna Zavelson, Telly Leung, Kyle Scatliffe & More Will Star in MASQUERADE
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 27, 2025

Diane Paulus will direct the The Phantom of the Opera's return to New York, entitled Masquerade. Now the show's website has revealed its full cast and creative team.
New Cast Will Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre Photo
New Cast Will Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025

New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre, Joining the company on Monday 28 July will be Adam Rhys-Charles as Raoul and Bradyn Debysingh as Ubaldo Piangi.
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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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