The Phantom of the Opera has been a smash hit in the world of musical theatre ever since opening on October 9th, 1986 in New York City. Since then, there have been a countless number of different productions and tours that have graced audiences across the world. Currently, there is a new production of The Phantom of the Opera on tour across North America, involving one of the largest casts of any touring company. This marvelously humongous musical has been brought to life by a number of persons on the creative team. This includes producer Cameron Mackintosh, lyricist Charles Hart, director Laurence Connor, and choreographer Scott Ambler. The Phantom of the Opera recently performed at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota throughout
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The detail and enormity of the sets seemed to bring to life the feel of a late nineteenth century Parisian opera house. The details of each set piece and prop used onstage were immaculate in every possible way. Out of the vast number of sets that were used throughout the show, the most breathtaking was the Phantom’s Lair, with the many floating candles strategically strewn across the stage, encircling both the Phantom and Christine. The most noteworthy special effect used on the set was the infamous crash of the gilded chandelier onto the stage. The sheer complexity of how it is done every night captures the minds of those in the audience. The chemistry between not only the leads, but the chorus as well, made it seem as if the actors were living within their roles, not just playing them. The cast gave it their all, no matter how tired they may have been or any circumstance. The vocals that were brought by those onstage were able to send shivers down the spines of those in the audience. The harmonizing of the actors was beautiful, regardless of how many were involved with the song. It is clear to see as to why this production of The Phantom of the Opera has won numerous Tony Awards for both production aspects and the performance as a
The detail and enormity of the sets seemed to bring to life the feel of a late nineteenth century Parisian opera house. The details of each set piece and prop used onstage were immaculate in every possible way. Out of the vast number of sets that were used throughout the show, the most breathtaking was the Phantom’s Lair, with the many floating candles strategically strewn across the stage, encircling both the Phantom and Christine. The most noteworthy special effect used on the set was the infamous crash of the gilded chandelier onto the stage. The sheer complexity of how it is done every night captures the minds of those in the audience. The chemistry between not only the leads, but the chorus as well, made it seem as if the actors were living within their roles, not just playing them. The cast gave it their all, no matter how tired they may have been or any circumstance. The vocals that were brought by those onstage were able to send shivers down the spines of those in the audience. The harmonizing of the actors was beautiful, regardless of how many were involved with the song. It is clear to see as to why this production of The Phantom of the Opera has won numerous Tony Awards for both production aspects and the performance as a