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Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: January 26, 1988
Closing: April 16, 2023

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Based on Gaston Leroux’s horror novel, The Phantom of the Opera tells the enticing story of a disfigured Phantom who haunts the depths of The Paris Opera House. Mesmerized by the talents and beauty of the young soprano Christine, The Phantom lures her as his protégé and falls fiercely in love with her. The Phantom's obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy, madness and passions collide. Audiences are in for a thrilling night of spectacle and romance, accompanied by Broadway’s most unforgettable score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, including "Music of the Night," "All I Ask of You," and "Masquerade." Directed by the late Harold Prince and produced by Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Group, the musical opened on Broadway on January 26, 1988. It won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and became the longest-running show in Broadway history on January 9, 2006.

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BWW Review: After 30 Years, PHANTOM Has Lost None of Its Gilt-Edged Luster
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 27, 2018


Thirty years after its Broadway premiere - and just two-and-a-half years since its last run at Nashville's Tennessee Performing Arts Center - Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera returns to Music City in celebration of that momentous anniversary with another stand in Andrew Jackson Hall, replete with all the firepower and starpower one so readily associates with the production. And Nashville aduiences once more respond with rapt attention and thunderous applause, almost as if they are witnessing the Phantom's exploits for the very first time.

The Man Behind the Mask: Quentin Oliver Lee of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 19, 2018


Quentin Oliver Lee, the man behind the mask - the dynamic singer/actor leads the national company of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, now on tour throughout the United States - first stepped onstage in the iconic role during its Memphis run earlier this year and he freely admits that the experience left him eager to return to Tennessee to perform on the stage of Nashville's Andrew Jackson Hall.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA: Why Are Its PHANS So Obsessed With Andrew Lloyd Webber's Musical?
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 16, 2018


What about the story keeps audiences coming back again and again to see The Phantom of the Opera? Is it the lushly romantic score composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber? Or could it be the costumes and scenery, so widely seen across the globe - and so easily identifiable as being from The Phantom - that they are considered iconic? Or could it be the mysteriously intriguing and sumptuously romantic Gaston Leroux story?

30 Designers Unite to Transform the Iconic Mask of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Nicole Rosky - October 15, 2018


The Phantom of the Opera, The Council of Fashion Designers of America and Bank of America have partnered to commemorate Broadway's longest-running musical with a unique project in support of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Comes To Broward Performing Arts Center Tomorrow
by Alan Henry - October 8, 2018


The Phantom of The Opera is making its triumphant return to Broward Performing Arts Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida as part of its National Tour. The production will open Wednesday, October 10, 2018 and will run through Sunday, October 21 with an open captioned performance on October 20 at 2:00pm as well as a signed performance on October 19 at 8:00pm.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA To Launch New World Tour Featuring Original Staging
by Alan Henry - October 4, 2018


Andrew Lloyd Webber announced today that the original West EndBroadway staging of the hit musical will make a return to the world stage in a new tour set to launch this February. No details yet on tour dates and cities have been announced.

Bid Now on 2 VIP Tickets to PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on Broadway Including an Exclusive Backstage Tour
by Stephi Wild - June 27, 2018


You and a guest will enjoy VIP house seats to Phantom of the Opera on Broadway.

Bid Now on 2 Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on Broadway Plus a Backstage Tour with Jay Armstrong Johnson
by Stephi Wild - June 11, 2018


Enjoy 2 Tickets to The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway in New York City! You will also receive a backstage Tour with Vicomte de Chagny, Jay Johnson.

Go Behind-the-Scenes at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA with Creating the Magic Event
by Julie Musbach - April 30, 2018


On May 22 leading NYC arts education nonprofit Inside Broadway (Executive Director, Michael Presser) and the Broadway production of The Phantom of the Opera will present a special Creating the Magic program offering an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Broadway featuring the Phantom Broadway cast & production crew. These exclusive 70-minute programs will be offered to over 2,500 NYC public school students at the Majestic Theatre on 5/22 at 11:00am and 2:00pm.

Jay Armstrong Johnson Will Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA as New Raoul!
by Stephi Wild - April 16, 2018


Beginning Monday evening, April 30, Broadway's Jay Armstrong Johnson will make his PHANTOM debut, assuming the role of Raoul, the dashing vicomte vying for the heart of the innocent soprano, Christine.

Ben Crawford Will Be the New Man in the Mask in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Starting Tonight
by Nicole Rosky - April 16, 2018


The longest-running show in Broadway history, and one of the most successful worldwide stage productions of all-time, PHANTOM will welcome Broadway's Ben Crawford when he takes over the iconic title role beginning tonight, April 16, 2018 at The Majestic Theatre (247 West 44th Street).

BWW Around the world: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA to premiere in Norway this fall
by Christian Ranke - March 9, 2018


The Phantom of the Opera' to finally haunt Norwegian audiences, as the musical will premiere in Oslo this fall. 'I am thrilled that we can finally bring the phantom to Norway. It has been a long period of negotiating. We have been working for five years to get the rights,' says producer Karianne Jaeger.

Breaking: Ben Crawford Will Be the New Man in the Mask in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - March 9, 2018


Producers Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Group announced today a new leading man for the Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, directed by Harold Prince. The longest-running show in Broadway history, and one of the most successful worldwide stage productions of all-time, PHANTOM will welcome Broadway's Ben Crawford when he takes over the iconic title role beginning Monday, April 16, 2018 at The Majestic Theatre (247 West 44th Street).

VIDEO: On This Day, January 26- THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Begins His 30 Year Broadway Haunt
by A.A. Cristi - January 26, 2018


Today, the New York production of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA celebrates 30 years on Broadway - an unprecedented feat achieved by no other Broadway show.

TV: OG Sarah Brightman Rocks Out for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 30th Birthday Celebration!
by Nicole Rosky - January 28, 2018


Below, watch as original Christine Sarah Brightman returns to the Majestic stage to perform the full title song with Peter Joback and members of the cast of another Andrew Lloyd Webber hit, School of Rock!

VIDEO: Broadway's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Stars Perform 'Music of the Night' on TODAY
by Caryn Robbins - January 26, 2018


Broadway's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA stars Peter Joback, who plays The Phantom, and Ali Ewoldt, who plays Christine Daae, appeared on NBC's TODAY this morning to celebrate the show's 30th Anniversary on Broadway.

DVR Alert: Broadway's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA to Perform on NBC's TODAY
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018


BWW has learned that Broadway's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will perform on NBC's TODAY today, January 26th during the 10 -11 am hour.

TV: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Stars of Past and Present Celebrate a Majestic 30 Years!
by Nicole Rosky - January 25, 2018


Fantasies unwound last night at the Majestic Theatre, where the longest-running show in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, celebrated its 30th Anniversary.

Photo Coverage: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates Another Broadway Birthday!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - January 25, 2018


Fantasies unwound last night at the Majestic Theatre, where the longest-running show in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, celebrated its 30th Anniversary.

Photo Coverage: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Take its 30th Anniversary Bows
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - January 25, 2018


The longest-running show in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, directed by Harold Prince, celebrated its 30th Anniversary last night, January 24, 2018. This unprecedented milestone is a feat achieved by no other Broadway show. Check out photos below from the curtain call for this iconic event!

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet For THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 30th Anniversary Celebration
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - January 25, 2018


The longest-running show in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, directed by Harold Prince, celebrated its 30th Anniversary last night, January 24, 2018. This unprecedented milestone is a feat achieved by no other Broadway show. Check out photos below from the red carpet at the iconic event!

PHANTOM's Longest-Running Leading Lady Pens New Self-Help Book, 'Unmasking What Matters'
by A.A. Cristi - January 24, 2018


'The Phantom of the Opera' has delighted audiences for 30 years, playing to over 140 million people in 35 countries around the world. Now, its longest-running leading lady Sandra Joseph has written a new book to carry the spirit of inspiration forward.

The Phantom of the Opera FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Phantom of the Opera have there been?
The Phantom of the Opera has had 7 productions including Broadway which opened in 1988, US Tour which opened in 1990, Los Angeles which opened in 1990, US Tour which opened in 1992, Las Vegas which opened in 2006, US Tour which opened in 2013 and West End which opened in 2021.
What Tony Awards has The Phantom of the Opera been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Book of a Musical for Richard Stilgoe, Best Book of a Musical for Andrew Lloyd Webber, Best Choreography for Gillian Lynne, Best Costume Design for Maria Bjornson , Best Direction of a Musical for Harold Prince , Best Lighting Design for Andrew Bridge , Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Andrew Lloyd Webber, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Charles HartBest Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Richard Stilgoe and Best Scenic Design for Maria Bjornson .
What Tony Awards has The Phantom of the Opera won?
Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Richard Stilgoe Best Book of a Musical for Andrew Lloyd Webber, Best Choreography for Gillian Lynne, Best Costume Design for Maria Bjornson , Best Direction of a Musical for Harold Prince , Best Lighting Design for Andrew Bridge , Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Andrew Lloyd Webber, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Charles Hart, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Richard Stilgoe, Best Scenic Design for Maria Bjornson , .
What awards has The Phantom of the Opera been nominated for?
The Phantom of the Opera has been nominated for several awards. These include Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding Choreography for Gillian Lynne, Outstanding Costume Design for Maria Bjornson, Outstanding Director - Musical for Harold Prince, Outstanding Lighting Design for Andrew Bridge, Outstanding Music for Andrew Lloyd Webber, Outstanding Musical for Phantom of the Opera, Outstanding Orchestration for David Cullen and Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Outstanding Set Design for Maria Bjornson at the Drama Desk Awards. Additionally, the show has been nominated for Best Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as Best Costume Design and Best Set Design, both by Maria Bjornson.
What awards has The Phantom of the Opera won?
The Phantom of the Opera has won several awards, including Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Costume Design, Outstanding Director - Musical, Outstanding Lighting Design, Outstanding Music, Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Orchestration, and Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards. It has also received awards for Best Broadway Musical, Best Costume Design, and Best Set Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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