Synopsis: The Phantom of the Opera
Directed by: Laurence Connor
Starring: Ramin Karimloo; Sierra Boggess; Barry James; Gareth Snook; Liz Robertson; Wynne Evans
Release Date: 12 October 2011/Wednesday
Genre: Drama; Musical; Romance; Theatre
Screenplay: Andrew Lloyd Webber
About the 25th Anniversary
MANILA, Philippines – To mark its 25th anniversary year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh present ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendour of the Royal Albert Hall with a cast and orchestra of over 200. Now audiences around the world are invited to join the celebration when the event is screened in cinemas across the globe.
The Royal Albert Hall will be transformed with a spectacular and unique design by Matt Kinley inspired by Maria Björnson’s original design. The broadcast will be presented in high definition and Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound to ensure a perfect sound experience. What’s more, cinema goers will get to experience the performance via multiple views from across the auditorium. These are the best seats in the house and will be an experience not to be missed.
The production will be directed by Laurence Connor with musical staging and choreography based on the original London production directed by Hal Prince and choreography by Gillian Lynne.
About the show / Synopsis
Far beneath the majesty and splendour of the Paris Opera House, hides the Phantom in a shadowy existence. Shamed by his physical appearance and feared by all, the love he holds for his beautiful protégée Christine Daaé is so strong that even her heart cannot resist.
The musical opened at Her Majesty’s Theatre on 9 October 1986 with Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman in the leading roles, and there have been dozens of productions worldwide since then. Now in its 25th record-breaking year, The Brilliant Original: The Phantom of the OPERA continues to captivate audiences at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s West End, after more than 10,000 performances.
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s mesmerising score along with jaw-dropping scenery and breathtaking special effects, magically combine to bring this tragic love story to life each night. (advt)
