Sarah Brightman
Birth Place: Berkhamstead, ENGLAND
Latest News on Sarah Brightman:
Interview: Sarah Brightman Previews Holiday Tour & Reflects on SUNSET BOULEVARD (Nov 24, 2025)
Irish Trio Everdream to Celebrate 10th Anniversary With A Celtic Christmas Tour (Nov 20, 2025)
Feature: Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum To Present COLORS: A CONCERT EXPERIENCE ON STRINGS (Nov 5, 2025)
Interview: Sarah Brightman Previews Holiday Tour & Reflects on SUNSET BOULEVARD (Nov 24, 2025)
Irish Trio Everdream to Celebrate 10th Anniversary With A Celtic Christmas Tour (Nov 20, 2025)
Feature: Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum To Present COLORS: A CONCERT EXPERIENCE ON STRINGS (Nov 5, 2025)
BIO
Known for her three-octave range and for pioneering the classical-crossover music movement, Sarah Brightman has amassed global sales of more than 30 million units. The only artist to have simultaneously topped Billboard's dance and classical music charts, Brightman has achieved more than 180 gold and platinum awards in over 40 countries. She is also known for her iconic star turn in The Phantom of the Opera, whose soundtrack has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide. Her duet with Bocelli, "Time To Say Goodbye", became an international success selling 12 million copies worldwide.
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STAGE CREDITS
[West End]
Original London Production, 1972
Vicky (Royal Child, 1851)
Child
Vicky (Royal Child, 1851)
Child
Movies
Aspects of Love
[ 2005 ] Rose Vibert
[ 2005 ] Rose Vibert
Repo! The Genetic Opera
[ 2008 ] Blind Mag
[ 2008 ] Blind Mag
First Night
[ 2010 ] Celia
[ 2010 ] Celia
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Actress - Musical
Sarah Brightman, Phantom of the Opera
Videos
Video: SNL's Donald Trump Performs From THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Cold Open
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-03 10:39:41
Video: First Look At Sarah Brightman In SUNSET BOULEVARD At Sydney Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-08-28 19:26:12
Video: First Look At Sarah Brightman & More in SUNSET BOULEVARD in Australia
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-30 17:07:06
Video: Tim Draxl Performs Title Song from Sarah Birghtman Led SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-30 13:19:30
Video: Watch Tim Draxl Perform the Title Song from SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-18 09:39:03
Video: Inside the Sitzprobe For SUNSET BOULEVARD Starring Sarah Brightman
by Stephi Wild - 2024-05-16 07:31:41
Video: Inside Rehearsal For SUNSET BOULEVARD in Australia, Starring Sarah Brightman
by Stephi Wild - 2024-04-24 08:55:19
Video: Sarah Brightman and Tim Draxl Talk SUNSET BOULEVARD Australia
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-04-22 23:10:43
Video: Go Inside The First Rehearsal Of SUNSET BOULEVARD Starring Sarah Brightman
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-10 10:15:17
VIDEO: Sarah Brightman Reveals Why She Wanted To Take On SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-20 10:37:41
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Set Design for the Sarah Brightman Led SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-18 12:39:52
Video: Go Inside the Epic Final Performance of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Red Carpet - 2023-04-18 14:02:31
Video: Former Christines Share the Stage at PHANTOM Charity Performance
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-04-15 12:40:12
Video: Andrew Lloyd Webber Awarded The Key to the City of New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-04-14 11:50:24
Video: Ben Crawford, Emilie Kouatchou, and John Riddle Sing 'Think of Me' From THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Stephi Wild - 2023-04-14 10:57:28
Video: Watch Hal Prince Talk THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in 1988 CBS SUNDAY MORNING Segment
by Michael Major - 2023-04-13 15:36:24
Video: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates 35th Anniversary With a Special Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2023-01-27 05:41:19
VIDEO: Sarah Brightman Performs 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina' In 1999
by Linnae Medeiros - 2020-01-23 12:28:36
VIDEO: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's Original Leads Perform 'All I Ask Of You' On the Paris Opera House Rooftop in 1988!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-06-04 11:44:44
News
Interview: Sarah Brightman Previews Holiday Tour & Reflects on SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025
On November 26, singing superstar Sarah Brightman will embark on her holiday tour, A Winter Symphony. BroadwayWorld recently spoke with the renowned soprano about what fans can expect from the tour, her experience playing the iconic role of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, and how she celebrates the holidays on the road.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025
On November 26, singing superstar Sarah Brightman will embark on her holiday tour, A Winter Symphony. BroadwayWorld recently spoke with the renowned soprano about what fans can expect from the tour, her experience playing the iconic role of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, and how she celebrates the holidays on the road.
Irish Trio Everdream to Celebrate 10th Anniversary With A Celtic Christmas Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
This holiday season, the beloved all-female Irish trio Everdream celebrates 10 years of music making with a return to the Pacific Northwest performing their popular show, A Celtic Christmas, in nine shows across Washington and Idaho.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
This holiday season, the beloved all-female Irish trio Everdream celebrates 10 years of music making with a return to the Pacific Northwest performing their popular show, A Celtic Christmas, in nine shows across Washington and Idaho.
Feature: Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum To Present COLORS: A CONCERT EXPERIENCE ON STRINGS
by Debbie Hall - Nov 5, 2025
The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum presents two shows as part of an inspiring lineup of events designed to celebrate the intersection of art, music and performance. From a concert experience that paints with sound to a theatrical celebration of gratitude, the museum's calendar offers visitors a deeply immersive journey through creativity and connection.
by Debbie Hall - Nov 5, 2025
The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum presents two shows as part of an inspiring lineup of events designed to celebrate the intersection of art, music and performance. From a concert experience that paints with sound to a theatrical celebration of gratitude, the museum's calendar offers visitors a deeply immersive journey through creativity and connection.
Video: SNL's Donald Trump Performs From THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Cold Open
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025
On the most recent episode of Saturday Night Live, Donald Trump (played by James Austin Johnson) tapped into his love of The Phantom of the Opera by singing a cover of 'The Music of the Night' during the cold open.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025
On the most recent episode of Saturday Night Live, Donald Trump (played by James Austin Johnson) tapped into his love of The Phantom of the Opera by singing a cover of 'The Music of the Night' during the cold open.
BEETLEJUICE, MOULIN ROUGE! And More Set for FSCJ Artist Series 2025"2026 Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The FSCJ Artist Series 2025–2026 Season at The Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts features Broadway hits like Moulin Rouge!, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Beetlejuice, and more!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The FSCJ Artist Series 2025–2026 Season at The Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts features Broadway hits like Moulin Rouge!, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Beetlejuice, and more!
Interview: Singer-Songwriter Mark William on His New Album, IF I CAN DREAM
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 6, 2025
This summer, singer Mark William released the digital version of his new album, If I Can Dream through Yellow Sound Label. The physical album is now out on CD. We spoke with Mark about the album and how it came to be.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 6, 2025
This summer, singer Mark William released the digital version of his new album, If I Can Dream through Yellow Sound Label. The physical album is now out on CD. We spoke with Mark about the album and how it came to be.
Listen: MARK WILLIAM: IF I CAN DREAM Album Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
Yellow Sound Label has released Mark William: If I Can Dream, recorded live at The Green Room 42. Learn more about the album and get a first listen to If I Can Dream here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
Yellow Sound Label has released Mark William: If I Can Dream, recorded live at The Green Room 42. Learn more about the album and get a first listen to If I Can Dream here!
Casting & Creative Team announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s TELL ME ON A SUNDAY
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2025
This underrated musical romance, from the award-winning composer of The Phantom of the Opera and Sunset Boulevard, follows a young English girl who has recently landed in New York.
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2025
This underrated musical romance, from the award-winning composer of The Phantom of the Opera and Sunset Boulevard, follows a young English girl who has recently landed in New York.
Interview: Mary Bensel Talks 2025-2026 Season at Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Aug 14, 2025
Last year when we last met up with Mary Benzel, Executive Director at Van Wezel, Sarasota had just gone through a couple of terrible storms, with the Van Wezel having been tragically affected by the flooding.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Aug 14, 2025
Last year when we last met up with Mary Benzel, Executive Director at Van Wezel, Sarasota had just gone through a couple of terrible storms, with the Van Wezel having been tragically affected by the flooding.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 11, 2025
by - Aug 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Aug 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Sarah Brightman Departs SUNSET BOULEVARD Taipei Run Due to COVID-19
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
Sarah Brightman has shared that she is unable to complete the run of Sunset Boulevard in Taipei due to contracting COVID-19. The show was set to run through 10 August.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
Sarah Brightman has shared that she is unable to complete the run of Sunset Boulevard in Taipei due to contracting COVID-19. The show was set to run through 10 August.
SPAMALOT and More Set for State Theatre New Jersey's 2025-26 Broadway Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey has the largest and most extensive Broadway show season in New Jersey, featuring Spamalot and many more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey has the largest and most extensive Broadway show season in New Jersey, featuring Spamalot and many more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: 'He’s A Character I’ve Never Seen On Stage Before!': Actor Paul Keating On CLIVE At The Arcola Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 21, 2025
Have you ever had a friend that you might think is a bit . . . Prickly? Well, in Michael Wynne’s new play, Clive, Thomas might have the prickliest friend of all - a cactus. Directed by Lucy Bailey, the show explores “isolation, identity, and the quiet chaos of working from home” through Thomas, who is working from home in the post-pandemic world.
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 21, 2025
Have you ever had a friend that you might think is a bit . . . Prickly? Well, in Michael Wynne’s new play, Clive, Thomas might have the prickliest friend of all - a cactus. Directed by Lucy Bailey, the show explores “isolation, identity, and the quiet chaos of working from home” through Thomas, who is working from home in the post-pandemic world.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Return to China This Fall
by Joshua Wright - Jul 7, 2025
The Phantom of the Opera will return to China this fall. The return was previously announced, but today's announcement in China Daily confirms a fall run.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 7, 2025
The Phantom of the Opera will return to China this fall. The return was previously announced, but today's announcement in China Daily confirms a fall run.
Andrew Lloyd Webber Teases Possible PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Movie Remake
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025
In a recent interview, Andrew Lloyd Webber commented on the possibility of a new film based on his hit stage show, saying. “I sense there’ll be a Phantom of the Opera remake fairly soon. I think that might well happen.”
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025
In a recent interview, Andrew Lloyd Webber commented on the possibility of a new film based on his hit stage show, saying. “I sense there’ll be a Phantom of the Opera remake fairly soon. I think that might well happen.”
Immersive THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Release Dates and Ticket Details This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
More details will soon be available for the upcoming New York City return of The Phantom of the Opera. A new note was issued by 'O.G.' noting that on June 30, dates and ticketing details will be revealed.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
More details will soon be available for the upcoming New York City return of The Phantom of the Opera. A new note was issued by 'O.G.' noting that on June 30, dates and ticketing details will be revealed.
Gregorian’s PURE CHANTS WORLD TOUR Featuring Music of Enigma to Play Thousand Oaks in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025
The internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble Gregorian will bring its Pure Chants World Tour to the Fred Kavli Theatre at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025
The internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble Gregorian will bring its Pure Chants World Tour to the Fred Kavli Theatre at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
Video: PHANTOM 'Sets the Stage' For NYC Return With Cryptic Tease
by Michael Major - May 30, 2025
The Phantom of the Opera's return to New York City continues to be teased, this time with a new video 'setting the stage' for the new production. A new video with gothic props and wheels turning teases that the 'Masquerade' is getting closer.
by Michael Major - May 30, 2025
The Phantom of the Opera's return to New York City continues to be teased, this time with a new video 'setting the stage' for the new production. A new video with gothic props and wheels turning teases that the 'Masquerade' is getting closer.
Broadway Composer Charles Strouse Passes Away at 96
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2025
Charles Strouse, 96, the celebrated and multi-award-winning American film, television, and Broadway musical composer, died at his home in New York City on May 15.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2025
Charles Strouse, 96, the celebrated and multi-award-winning American film, television, and Broadway musical composer, died at his home in New York City on May 15.
Sarah Brightman Returns With A WINTER SYMPHONY This December
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2025
A magical celebration of the holiday season will return this year with the world's biggest-selling soprano and legendary GRAMMY Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman returns with her new Christmas spectacle ‘A Winter Symphony' tour to the Jacksonville Center for Performing Arts on December 6, 2025 at 8:00 p.m..
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2025
A magical celebration of the holiday season will return this year with the world's biggest-selling soprano and legendary GRAMMY Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman returns with her new Christmas spectacle ‘A Winter Symphony' tour to the Jacksonville Center for Performing Arts on December 6, 2025 at 8:00 p.m..
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sarah Brightman been in?
Sarah Brightman has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Sarah Brightman been in?
Sarah Brightman has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Sarah Brightman's first West End show?
Sarah Brightman's first West End show was I and Albert which opened in 1972
What awards has Sarah Brightman been nominated for?
and Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Phantom of the Opera.
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