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 more...
Giselle O. Alvarez made her Broadway debut in The Phantom of the Opera, bringing her extensive experience from regional theatre and concert dance to the iconic production. more...
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Linda Balgord, known for her notable performances as Norma Desmond in the 1996 U.S. tour of Sunset Boulevard and as the final Grizabella in the original Broadway run of Cats, also graced the stage as Madame Giry in Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera during its restaged North American tour and on Broadway. more...
Katie Banks previously graced the Broadway stage as the Wardrobe Mistress in The Phantom of the Opera. more...
James Barbour, who played the titular role in The Phantom of the Opera, has an impressive Broadway resume, including his acclaimed performance as Sydney Carton in A Tale of Two Cities, which earned him multiple award nominations. more...
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Harlan Bengel showcased his versatile talent on stage in the Broadway production of The Phantom of the Opera, further enriching his diverse performance career. more...
Craig Bennett showcased his versatility in the national tour of The Phantom of the Opera, where he took on the role of Monsieur Firmin. more...
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Janinah Burnett, who has graced the Metropolitan Opera and numerous prestigious stages worldwide, was a standout in The Phantom of the Opera. more...
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Xiaoxiao Cao made her Broadway debut in "The Phantom of the Opera," bringing her rich background as a soloist with Guangzhou Ballet and a member of the Suzanne Farrell Ballet to the iconic production. more...
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Ben Crawford, who took on the iconic role of The Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera, has an impressive Broadway resume including performances in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Shrek The Musical, as well as notable regional roles such as Che in Evita and Jud Fry in Oklahoma!. more...
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Bradley Dean made his PHANTOM debut as Monsieur André, one of the managers of the Opéra Populaire, adding to his extensive list of Broadway credits including roles in A Little Night Music, Spamalot, and Dear Evan Hansen. more...
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Jordan Donica made a memorable Broadway debut in 2016 as Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny, in the legendary production of The Phantom of the Opera. more...
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John Easterlin, a four-time Grammy Award recipient, has an illustrious career that includes performing with some of the world's most prestigious opera companies and creating notable roles such as Andy Warhol in Glass' "The Perfect American" and Larry King in the U.S. premiere of Turnage's "Anna Nicole," and he was a standout in past productions of "The Phantom of the Opera." more...
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Louise Edeiken, who was most recently seen on Broadway in *The Phantom of the Opera*, has had an illustrious career creating roles in notable venues such as BAM, the Kennedy Center, and Playwrights Horizons, and performing under the baton of Leonard Bernstein. more...
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Ali Ewoldt, who brought her talent to the role of Cosette in the 2006 Broadway revival of Les Misérables, also graced the stage in The Phantom of the Opera, showcasing her versatile performance history that includes notable roles such as Tuptim in The King & I and Maria in the national tour of West Side Story. more...
Kanisha Marie Feliciano, who made her Broadway debut in "Flying Over Sunset," has an impressive repertoire including performances in "Abduction of the Seraglio" and "Little Women," and was part of the cast of "The Phantom of the Opera" more...
Anjelica Bette Fellini, known for her roles in "The Gifted" and "Teenage Bounty Hunters," has also showcased her theatrical talents in productions such as "Dirty Dancing" and "The Phantom of the Opera." more...
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Jason Forbach, who spent three years with the Las Vegas company of The Phantom of the Opera, has had a distinguished career in both Broadway and regional theater, including his memorable Broadway debut as Enjolras in the 2014 revival of Les Miserables. more...
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Aaron Galligan-Stierle, who has an extensive background in both acting and directing, previously graced the Broadway stage as Monsieur Andre in "The Phantom of the Opera." more...
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Charlene Gehm, a former lead dancer with The Joffrey Ballet, brought her captivating presence to The Phantom of the Opera, enriching the production with her profound ability to illuminate the inner life of her characters. more...
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Tim Martin Gleason made his Broadway debut in the 1995 production of "The Phantom of the Opera," where he played the role of Raoul. more...
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Evan Harrington, who spent over three years captivating audiences as the pompous opera tenor ‘Ubaldo Piangi’ in Broadway’s longest-running show, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Hal Prince’s The Phantom of the Opera, continues to showcase his versatile talents across various acclaimed productions. more...
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Jessy Hendrickson, a Pennsylvania native and recipient of the Mae L. Wein Award, is thrilled to make her Broadway debut after an impressive six-year run on the Phantom tour. more...
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Heather Hill has graced the Broadway stage in "The Phantom of the Opera" as Carlotta's understudy and the InnKeeper's Wife, showcasing her versatile talent in a timeless classic. more...
Todd A. Horman, known for his Broadway role in "Urinetown" and his extensive regional theater work including "Ragtime" and "Guys & Dolls," brought his seasoned talent to "The Phantom of the Opera." more...
Rodney Ingram, who made his Broadway debut in Aladdin, showcased his talent in regional productions such as Little Women and Little Mermaid before joining the cast of The Phantom of the Opera. more...
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Mark Jacoby, who once mesmerized audiences as The Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, has an extensive and celebrated career, including roles in Ragtime and Showboat, and recently starred as Dean Warfield in the world premiere of The Nutty Professor. more...
Jolina Javier, who showcased her talents in the Broadway production of The Phantom of the Opera, has also graced the stages of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and the Metropolitan Opera's Nixon in China. more...
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Jay Armstrong Johnson, who graced the Broadway stage as Raoul in the 2018 production of The Phantom of the Opera, has an impressive array of credits including roles in Hands on a Hardbody and Catch Me if You Can. more...
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Sandra Joseph, who has previously graced the stage of the Majestic Theatre as Christine in The Phantom of the Opera, returns to the Broadway company, bringing her extensive experience from more than a dozen theatres across the US. more...
Nehal Joshi was part of the closing cast of "The Phantom of the Opera" on Broadway, showcasing his versatile talent in one of the most iconic musicals of all time. more...
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Ayaka Kamei, originally from Ehime, Japan, made her Broadway debut after gracing the stage with the International Tour of The Phantom of the Opera and performing with The MET Opera. more...
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Emilie Kouatchou made her Broadway debut in "The Phantom of the Opera," bringing her extensive experience from productions like "Unknown Soldier" and "Oklahoma!" to the iconic musical. more...
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Dale Kristien is celebrated for her record-breaking tenure as 'Christine Daae' in The Phantom of the Opera, where she performed over 1,700 times, including the show's premiere at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles alongside Michael Crawford. more...
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Weston Krukow made his Broadway debut in The Phantom of the Opera, bringing his extensive dance experience from the UofA, Smuin Ballet, and the Lyric Opera to the iconic stage. more...
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Eryn LeCroy, who graced the Broadway stage as Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera, has also showcased her talents in productions such as Jekyll and Hyde on the National Tour and Sweeney Todd Off-Broadway. more...
In 2014, Norm Lewis made history by becoming the first African American to play the title role in Broadway's The Phantom of the Opera. more...
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Kevin Ligon, who has an extensive Broadway resume including a role in The Phantom of the Opera, also played Rudolph in Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler. more...
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Eric Anthony Lopez, who made his Broadway debut as Passarino in The Phantom of the Opera at The Majestic, continues to shine on stage and screen with roles in upcoming Disney and FOX productions. more...
Gianna Loungway, who made her Broadway debut in The Phantom of the Opera, has an impressive background in ballet, having performed works by Septime Webre, Balanchine, and Petipa at American Repertory Ballet. more...
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Natasha MacAller, who concluded her illustrious ballet career with performances in the Broadway and Los Angeles productions of The Phantom of The Opera, has since transformed her passion for the culinary arts into a thriving career as a celebrated chef, author, and culinary consultant. more...
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Michele McConnell, who graced the Broadway stage in "The Phantom of the Opera," has an extensive career that includes touring with Robert Goulet in "Camelot" and performing with NYGASP at City Center, along with numerous other prestigious engagements. more...
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Greg Mills has showcased his remarkable talent in past productions of The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, as well as on its national tour where he played the role of Raoul. more...
Mabel Modrono, who joined The Phantom of the Opera cast from the Vegas production, previously graced Broadway as Judy in Twyla Tharp's Movin' Out and has an illustrious background as a principal ballerina with Miami City Ballet and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. more...
Carlton Moe, an "ardent tenor" as praised by The New York Times, brought his impressive vocal talents to the cast of The Phantom of the Opera, following a distinguished career that included a debut at Carnegie Hall with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in 2013. more...
Larry Wayne Morbitt, who has an extensive background in both opera and commercial performances, was a notable cast member of The Phantom of the Opera, bringing his rich vocal experience from working with legends like Della Reese and Johnny Mathis to the iconic musical. more...
Nathan Patrick Morgan, who recently appeared in The Phantom of the Opera as the Jeweler and understudy for Piangi, is excited to join this brilliant revival, bringing his extensive experience from touring with the original production. more...
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Grant Norman, best known for his portrayal of the Phantom in the Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's *The Phantom of the Opera*, also toured the U.S. and performed in London as the Phantom, showcasing his extensive talent and versatility in this iconic role. more...
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Shaun Parry, a versatile performing artist with a rich background in both national and international productions, notably graced the stage in "The Phantom of the Opera" at Broadway's Majestic Theatre and during its Broadway National Tour. more...
Meghan Picerno, renowned for her captivating soprano voice and commanding stage presence, wowed audiences as Christine Daaé in the US Premiere and First National Tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s *Love Never Dies*, and later reprised the iconic role in a celebrated World Tour production of *The Phantom of the Opera*. more...
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Jessica Radetsky, who brought her extensive ballet experience to the stage, previously graced The Phantom of the Opera with her remarkable dance skills, having studied at prestigious institutions like the School of American Ballet and the Kirov Academy. more...
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Lindsay Roberts, who made her Broadway debut, has an impressive Off-Broadway resume including an AUDELCO-nominated performance in Carmen Jones and has toured nationally with productions like The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess and Memphis. more...
Anne Runolfsson recently captivated audiences with her portrayal of the tempestuous diva Carlotta Giudacelli during her two-year run in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s *The Phantom of the Opera*, the longest-running show in Broadway history. more...
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Kristie Dale Sanders, known for her extensive Broadway career, graced the stage in the past with her performance in The Phantom of the Opera, among other notable productions such as Evita and Urinetown. more...
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Christian Sebek, who made his Broadway debut in his sons' favorite show, "The Phantom of the Opera," has an extensive opera background including roles such as Cavaradossi in "Tosca" and Rodolfo in "La Boheme." more...
Tracy Shayne, a versatile actress from Brooklyn, New York, has graced Broadway stages in numerous productions, including her memorable performance in The Phantom of the Opera. more...
Ciarán Sheehan, a Dublin-born actor renowned for his soulful performances, captivated audiences with over 1,000 portrayals of The Phantom in "The Phantom of the Opera" on Broadway and in Toronto. more...
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Ryan Silverman, who once captivated audiences as Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, has also earned acclaim with a Best Actor Drama Desk nomination for Side Show and starred in productions like Chicago and Cry-Baby. more...
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Joseph J. Simeone, a Juilliard School graduate, made his Broadway debut in "The Phantom of the Opera" before going on to originate the role of Riff in the first National Tour of "West Side Story." more...
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Elizabeth Southard, who performed alongside her husband Gary Mauer on Broadway and in the National Tour of "The Phantom of the Opera," has also showcased her vocal talents with orchestras across the United States. more...
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Raquel Suarez-Groen made her Broadway debut in *The Phantom of the Opera*, bringing her extensive operatic experience to the iconic production. more...
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Claire Van Bever, making her Broadway debut, previously showcased her talents on the international tour of The Phantom of the Opera. more...
Lisa Vroman, who starred for several years as Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, received Theatre Critics' awards for her record-breaking run in San Francisco and had a notable return engagement at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. more...
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Tug Watson, who previously delighted audiences as Munkustrap in the National Tour of Cats, was thrilled to join the First National Tour of Evita. more...
Elizabeth Welch captivated audiences as Christine Daaé in the German company of The Phantom of the Opera and brought her talent to the national tour as a Christine cover. more...
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Bruce Winant, hailing from a distinguished show business family, has graced the Broadway stage in numerous productions, including a notable performance in "The Phantom of the Opera." more...
Awards and Nominations
1988 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Musical: Michael Crawford won.
Outstanding Actress - Musical: Sarah Brightman was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical: Judy Kaye was nominated but did not win.
1988 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Best Actor - Musical: Michael Crawford won.
1988 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Michael Crawford won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Judy Kaye won.
Production Team
Maria Björnson Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Kristen Allen Blodgette Musical Director
Andrew Bridge Lighting Designer
David Cullen Orchestrator
Andrew Lloyd Webber Orchestrator
Gillian Lynne Choreographer
Mick Potter Sound Designer
Harold Prince Director
Christopher Tucker Make-Up Designer
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