The Phantom of the Opera: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
The Phantom of the Opera tells the tragic love story of Christine Daaé, a young and talented soprano, and the mysterious masked man known as the Phantom. Set in the grand Paris Opera House, the narrative explores the Phantom’s intense obsession with Christine, who becomes the star of the opera house. As Christine’s career rises, the Phantom’s unrequited love leads to a series of dramatic events, including his manipulation of the opera’s productions.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1986)
Cast Size: 25+
Genre: Thriller / Mystery
Setting: 1880s / France (Paris)
Creative Team
Music/Book: Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics: Charles Hart
Lyrics/Book: Richard Stilgoe
Cast Albums
Royal Albert Hall Cast (2011)➝
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1980s, Based on a Book, British, Dark, Mega Musical, Metatheatre, Mystery, Operatic, Popular, Spooky, Sung-Through, Tony Award
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