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Andre Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty's Theatre in London.
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The Phantom of the Opera

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About the show

Experience the world's most spectacular musical at His Majesty's Theatre. Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic masterpiece features the legendary chandelier, unforgettable songs, and a haunting love story that has captivated over 160 million people worldwide.

Oplev verdens mest spektakulære musical i His Majesty's Theatre. Andrew Lloyd Webbers ikoniske mesterværk byder på den legendariske lysekrone, uforglemmelige sange og en gribende kærlighedshistorie, der har tryllebundet over 160 millioner mennesker verden over. The Phantom of the Opera er baseret på Gaston Leroux’ roman og fortæller historien om et vansiret musikalsk geni, der hjemsøger dybet under Pariseroperaen. Da han bliver besat af den unge sopran Christine Daaé, udfolder der sig et lidenskabeligt trekantsdrama mellem Fantomet, Christine og hendes barndomskæreste Raoul. Fortællingen udspiller sig under de prægtige lysekroner og i operahusets skyggefulde labyrinter, og denne tidløse historie om besættelse, kærlighed og tragedie bortholder fortsat publikum på His Majesty's Theatre. The Phantom of the Opera er den forestilling, der har spillet længst i West Ends historie, og er en af de mest succesfulde musicaler nogensinde. Siden premieren i 1986 er denne ekstraordinære produktion blevet set af over 160 millioner mennesker i 205 byer fordelt på 58 lande og opført på 21 sprog. Produktionens legendariske iscenesættelse inkluderer den berømte nedstyrtende lysekrone, en underjordisk sø, der krydses i gondol, og Maria Björnsons overdådige historiske kostumer. Andrew Lloyd Webbers storslåede musik indeholder nogle af musicalteatrets mest elskede sange: 'The Music of the Night', 'All I Ask of You', 'Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again', 'Masquerade' og den ikoniske titelsang. Med tekster af Charles Hart og supplerende tekster af Richard Stilgoe er disse bjergtagende melodier blevet en fast del af det teaterhistoriske repertoire. Fans af Lloyd Webbers værker vil måske også nyde Starlight Express, som lige nu også spiller i London. Sceneversionen byder på en teateroplevelse, som ikke kan genskabes på film. Forestillingen blev skabt specifikt til His Majesty's Theatre og gør brug af mange af den victorianske bygnings originale scenemekanismer. At se lysekronen styrte ned live over hovedet på dig, Fantomets gondol glide over den tågede underjordiske sø og den spektakulære 'Masquerade'-sekvens udfolde sig på scenen, er en helt uforglemmelig oplevelse. For at få det fulde udbytte af lysekronens fald og det brusende orkesterpartitur tilbyder Stalls (gulvet) og Royal Circle en fremragende udsigt. Dress Circle giver en god balance mellem nærhed og overblik over forestillingens storslåede visuelle øjeblikke. Alle pladser i His Majesty's Theatre har et godt udsyn, men de midterste pladser giver dig mulighed for fuldt ud at nyde Maria Björnsons enestående scenografi. The Phantom of the Opera anbefales til børn fra 8 år og opefter. Børn under 4 år har ingen adgang til forestillingen. Forestillingen indeholder dramatiske scener, intens musik og teatereffekter – herunder det berømte lysekrone-styrt – som yngre børn kan finde skræmmende. Forestillingen varer cirka 2 timer og 30 minutter, inklusiv en pause. Ja, The Phantom of the Opera indeholder spektakulære teatereffekter, herunder pyroteknik, røgmaskiner, stroboskoplys og den berømte faldende lysekrone. Hvis du har bekymringer omkring nogle af disse effekter, bedes du kontakte teatret på forhånd. Nej, alle gæster under 16 år skal følges med en voksen, når de ser The Phantom of the Opera på His Majesty's Theatre. Sent ankomne vil kun få adgang ved en passende pause i forestillingen, og adgang kan ikke garanteres. Åbningsscenen er særdeles stemningsfuld, så vi anbefaler at ankomme i god tid. Foto- og videooptagelse er strengt forbudt under selve forestillingen. Du er velkommen til at tage billeder i teatrets foyer før forestillingen og i pausen. Mad og drikkevarer er ikke tilladt inde i selve salen. Forfriskninger kan købes i teatrets barer. Sørg venligst for, at mobiltelefoner er helt slukkede, før forestillingen begynder. Det nuvu00e6rende cast i London bestu00e5r af Dean Chisnall som The Phantom, Lily Kerhoas som Christine Daau00e9 og Adam Rhys-Charles som Raoul. De fu00e5r fu00f8lgeskab af Joanna Ampil i rollen som Carlotta Giudicelli, Martin Ball som Monsieur Firmin, Adam Linstead som Monsieur Andru00e9, Helen Hobson som Madame Giry og Millie Lyon som Meg Giry. Ved udvalgte forestillinger spilles rollen som Christine Daau00e9 af Colleen Rose Curran. The Phantom of the Opera har musik af Andrew Lloyd Webber, sangtekster af Charles Hart med yderligere tekster af Richard Stilgoe, samt manuskript af Richard Stilgoe og Andrew Lloyd Webber. Den oprindelige produktion blev instrueret af Harold Prince, mens den nuvu00e6rende opsu00e6tning i London er instrueret af Seth Sklar-Heyn. Den ikoniske iscenesu00e6ttelse og koreografi er skabt af Gillian Lynne, her genskabt af Chrissie Cartwright, med scenografi og kostumedesign af Maria Bju00f6rnson. The Phantom of the Opera har modtaget adskillige prestigefyldte priser, herunder en Olivier Award i 1986 for Musical of the Year samt Outstanding Performance in a Musical til Michael Crawford. Da forestillingen kom til Broadway, vandt den syv Tony Awards i 1988, blandt andet for Best Musical, Best Leading Actor til Michael Crawford og Best Director til Hal Prince. Musicalen har desuden modtaget Drama Desk Awards, Outer Critics Circle Awards og publikumsprisen Olivier Audience Award for Most Popular Show i 2002. Aftenforestillinger: Man – lør kl. 19.30 Eftermiddagsforestillinger: Tors & lør kl. 14.30 Forestillingen varer cirka 2 timer og 30 minutter, inklusiv én pause. Forestillingen anbefales fra 8 år og opefter. Børn under 4 år har ikke adgang til teatret. The Phantom of the Opera spiller på His Majesty's Theatre, som ligger på Haymarket, London SW1Y 4QL. Den nærmeste undergrundsstation er Piccadilly Circus. Aftenforestillinger spiller mandag til lørdag kl. 19:30. Der er matinéforestillinger torsdag og lørdag kl. 14:30. Opsætningen indeholder dramatiske øjeblikke, herunder den berømte faldende lysekrone, mørke stemningsfulde scener og intens musik. Selvom det ikke er et gysershow, kan mindre børn finde visse scener skræmmende. Aldersanbefalingen er 8+. Ja, den spektakulære iscenesættelse, den kraftfulde musik og den visuelle historiefortælling gør Phantom lettilgængelig og seværdig for internationale gæster. Den følelsesladede historie overskrider sprogbarrierer. 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 22, 22B, 38, 53, 88, 94 og 159 MasterPark på Whitcomb Street, Trafalgar (Q-Park-ordningen). Parkeringsautomater på Charles II Street og St James’s Square, samt enkelt gul linje (parkering tilladt uden for restriktionstiden) på Haymarket. Der er plads til kørestole samt mulighed for at skifte fra kørestol til teatersæde. Der findes et handicaptoilet ved gangen ved parketpladserne. ASSISTEREDE FORESTILLINGER:Er der faciliteter til hørehæmmede? Der er installeret et infrarødt system i hele salen med både teleslynge og konventionelle headsets. Servicehunde må ikke tages med ind i selve salen. Personalet står til rådighed for at passe hunden under forestillingen. Kontakt venligst teatret direkte for yderligere information. Vær den første til at få fat på de bedste billetter, eksklusive tilbud og de seneste nyheder fra West End. Du kan til enhver tid afmelde dig. Privatlivspolitik

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Performance schedule

Evenings: 7.30pm Mon – Sat
Matinees: 2.30pm Thurs & Sat

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Cast & Creatives

Who is in the Phantom of the Opera London cast?

The current London cast features Dean Chisnall as The Phantom, Lily Kerhoas as Christine Daaé, and Adam Rhys-Charles as Raoul. They are joined by Joanna Ampil as Carlotta Giudicelli, Martin Ball as Monsieur Firmin, Adam Linstead as Monsieur André, Helen Hobson as Madame Giry, and Millie Lyon as Meg Giry. At certain performances, the role of Christine Daaé is played by Colleen Rose Curran.

Who wrote Phantom of the Opera?

The Phantom of the Opera features music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Charles Hart with additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, and a book by Richard Stilgoe and Andrew Lloyd Webber. The original production was directed by Harold Prince, with the current London production directed by Seth Sklar-Heyn. The iconic musical staging and choreography are by Gillian Lynne, recreated by Chrissie Cartwright, with production design by Maria Björnson.

What awards has Phantom of the Opera won?

The Phantom of the Opera has won numerous prestigious awards including the 1986 Olivier Award for Musical of the Year and Outstanding Performance in a Musical for Michael Crawford. On Broadway, it won seven 1988 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Leading Actor for Michael Crawford, and Best Director for Hal Prince. The show has also received Drama Desk Awards, Outer Critics Circle Awards, and the 2002 Olivier Audience Award for Most Popular Show.

Frequently asked questions

Is Phantom of the Opera suitable for children?

The Phantom of the Opera is recommended for ages 8 and above. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted to the performance. The show contains dramatic moments, intense music, and theatrical effects including the famous chandelier crash that younger children may find frightening.

How long is Phantom of the Opera?

The performance runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval.

Does Phantom of the Opera have strobe lighting?

Yes, The Phantom of the Opera features spectacular theatrical effects including pyrotechnics, smoke effects, strobe lighting, and the famous falling chandelier. If you have concerns about any of these effects, please contact the theatre in advance.

Can children attend Phantom of the Opera alone?

No, all guests under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult when attending The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty's Theatre .

What happens if I'm late to Phantom of the Opera?

Latecomers will only be admitted during a suitable break in the show, and entry cannot be guaranteed. The opening sequence is particularly atmospheric, so we recommend arriving in good time.

Can I take photos at Phantom of the Opera?

Photography and video recording are strictly prohibited during the performance. You are welcome to take photos in the theatre foyer before the show and during the interval.

Can I bring food and drink into the theatre?

Food and drinks are not permitted inside the auditorium. Refreshments can be purchased at the theatre bars. Please ensure mobile phones are switched off before the performance begins.

How long is Phantom of the Opera including interval?

The show runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval.

What is the age limit for Phantom of the Opera?

The show is recommended for ages 8 and above. Children under 4 are not admitted to the theatre.

Where is Phantom of the Opera playing in London?

The Phantom of the Opera plays at His Majesty's Theatre , located at Haymarket, London SW1Y 4QL. The nearest tube station is Piccadilly Circus.

What time does Phantom of the Opera start?

Evening performances are Monday to Saturday at 7:30pm. Matinee performances are on Thursday and Saturday at 2:30pm.

Is Phantom of the Opera scary?

The production features dramatic moments including the famous falling chandelier, dark atmospheric scenes, and intense music. While not a horror show, some younger children may find certain scenes frightening. The age recommendation is 8+.

Can you understand Phantom of the Opera without speaking English?

Yes, the spectacular staging, powerful music, and visual storytelling make Phantom accessible and enjoyable for international visitors. The emotional story transcends language barriers.

Venue

His Majesty's Theatre (Formerly Her Majesty's Theatre)

Haymarket, London SW1Y 4QL

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Tube

Charing Cross, Leicester Square

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 22, 22B, 38, 53, 88, 94, 159

Parking

MasterPark in Whitcomb Street, Trafalgar (Q Park Scheme) Meter on Charles II Street and St James’s Square, Single yellow lines in Haymarket

His Majesty's Theatre (Formerly Her Majesty's Theatre) seating plan

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