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Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: January 26, 1988
Closing: April 16, 2023

The Phantom of the Opera - 1988 Broadway History , Info & More


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 love with her. The Phantom's obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy, madness and passions collide. Audiences are in for a thrilling night of spectacle and romance, accompanied by Broadway’s most unforgettable score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, including "Music of the Night," "All I Ask of You," and "Masquerade." Directed by the late Harold Prince and produced by Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Group, the musical opened on Broadway on January 26, 1988. It won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and became the longest-running show in Broadway history on January 9, 2006.


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VIDEO: On This Day, January 26- NYC Celebrates THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Day!
by A.A. Cristi - January 26, 2021


On this day in 2013, producer Cameron Mackintosh, original star Sarah Brightman, and director Hal Prince accepted a Proclamation from the city of New York naming January 26 The Phantom Of The Opera Day! 

VIDEO: Work Begins on Her Majesty's Theatre in Preparation For the Return of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Stephi Wild - December 15, 2020


Work is underway on Her Majesty's Theatre in London, in preparation for the return of The Phantom of the Opera on the West End. The show's official Twitter account shared a video of the theatre, in its various stages of renovation.

VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Plays 'Music of the Night' on Piano
by Stephi Wild - October 18, 2020


Andrew Lloyd Webber took to social media to share a video of himself playing a bit of Music of the Night on piano.

VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Plays 'The Music of the Night' and Promises PHANTOM Will Be Back
by Stephi Wild - August 17, 2020


Andrew Lloyd Webber took to Twitter to post a video of himself performing Music of the Night from The Phantom of the Opera. He also provided Phans with some encouraging words, promising that the show will return to the West End.

Andrew Lloyd Webber Responds to News of PHANTOM Closing its London and UK Tour Productions
by Stephi Wild - July 29, 2020


Andrew Lloyd Webber has responded to the news of The Phantom of the Opera closing its London and UK touring productions, in a statement posted to Twitter.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Be Adapted Into a TV Miniseries
by Stephi Wild - June 24, 2020


The Phantom of the Opera is coming to the small screen in the form of a TV miniseries!

VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Reflects on How THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Got its Start
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2020


Andrew Lloyd Webber is kicking off a new series on his social media accounts, where he reflects on how some of his shows began.

BWW Review: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA 25TH ANNIVERSARY PERFORMANCE, Royal Albert Hall
by Fiona Scott - April 18, 2020


Andrew Lloyd Webber continues to indulge theatre lovers in lockdown with his generous weekly stream of one his works on the dedicated The Shows Must Go On YouTube channel to raise money for charity. This week's offering is the 25th-anniversary performance of The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall and live-streamed in cinemas in 2011. 

Photo Flash: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates its 32nd Anniversary on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - January 26, 2020


The Phantom of the Opera celebrates its 32nd Anniversary today, January 26, 2020. Last night, January 25, the company celebrated. They posed backstage after the performance and held a pizza party in honor of the big day.

VIDEO: Theatre Student Performs THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA As Both Christine And The Phantom
by Linnae Medeiros - January 20, 2020


Sing for us, our angel of music! Abby Seim, who studies musical theatre at Viterbo University, recently took to the stage to perform a song from Broadway's longest-running musical The Phantom of the Opera, portraying both the Phantom and Christine simultaneously. Check out the video to see the incredible duel performance!

#TBT: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Becomes The Longest-Running Musical In Broadway History
by Linnae Medeiros - January 9, 2020


The legendary musical The Phantom of the Opera has been bringing the music of the night to Broadway audiences for over 31 years, and 14 years ago today, the production surpassed Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats to become the longest-running musical in Broadway history! To celebrate the history-making anniversary, we're throwing it back to that special night with the Tony-winning original Phantom Michael Crawford and Howard McGillin commemorating the special occasion!

You Can Now Buy Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Via Amazon Alexa
by Stephi Wild - December 17, 2019


Broadw.ai, the leading AI platform solution for Broadway shows, announced today that The Phantom of the Opera has launched a new skill for Amazon Alexa, providing fans a new, voice-forward way to engage with the Broadway production. For the first time, through an integration with Amazon Pay and Telecharge, customers can search for and purchase tickets entirely by voice.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Makes History With Amazon Alexa Voice Skill
by A.A. Cristi - December 17, 2019


The Phantom of the Opera is the first Broadway show in history to launch a voice skill for Amazon Alexa!

Win 2 Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and Backstage Tour with Cast Member Maree Johnson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 27, 2019


Enjoy two premium orchestra tickets to Andrew Lloyd Weber's beloved The Phantom of the Opera and go backstage with principal cast member Maree Johnson, who plays Madame Giry, to see one of the most elaborate sets in New York on a tour through 19th-century Paris.

BWW Review: FANTASMA DA Ã"PERA - EM CONCERTO at Coliseu Do Porto
by José Novais - October 29, 2019


The iconic Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera has arrived at Portugal for the very first time. With leading actors who previously played the roles at the West End London, the show is headed by Sofia Escobar, Lara Martins, Bruno Almeida and Fernando Fernandes.

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA On Broadway Welcomes Meghan Picerno, John Riddle, And Bradley Dean This Month
by A.A. Cristi - October 4, 2019


On Wednesday, October 16, Meghan Picerno, who previously thrilled audiences worldwide as Christine Daaé in the new World Tour of The Phantom of the Opera, will make her Broadway debut as Christine.  Kaley Ann Voorhees' final performance will be Sunday evening, October 13 at 7PM.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Be Adapted Into a Graphic Novel in 2020
by Nicole Rosky - September 30, 2019


He has haunted Broadway for over three decades, and in 2020, his story will be adapted yet again. Titan Comics will release a  fully authorized graphic novel of The Phantom of the Opera, adapted from the original libretto.  Written by Cavan Scott and with illustrations by José María Beroy, The Phantom of the Opera Collection will be released on June 2, 2020. 

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Other Productions of The Phantom of the Opera

1988   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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1990   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1990   Los Angeles Los Angeles Production
Los Angeles
1992   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
2006   Las Vegas Las Vegas Production
Las Vegas
2021   West End Original London Production
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The Phantom of the Opera - 1988 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Musical Michael Crawford
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Sarah Brightman
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Gillian Lynne
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Maria Bjornson
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Harold Prince
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Judy Kaye
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Andrew Bridge
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Andrew Lloyd Webber
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Phantom of the Opera
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestration Andrew Lloyd Webber
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestration David Cullen
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Maria Bjornson
1988 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Charles Hart
1988 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Andrew Lloyd Webber
1988 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Richard Stilgoe
1988 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actor - Musical Michael Crawford
1988 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Broadway Musical 0
1988 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Costume Design Maria Bjornson
1988 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Set Design Maria Bjornson
1988 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Andrew Lloyd Webber
1988 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Richard Stilgoe
1988 Tony Awards Best Choreography Gillian Lynne
1988 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Maria Bjornson
1988 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Harold Prince
1988 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Andrew Bridge
1988 Tony Awards Best Musical Cameron Mackintosh
1988 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Andrew Lloyd Webber
1988 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Richard Stilgoe
1988 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Charles Hart
1988 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Michael Crawford
1988 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Judy Kaye
1988 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Maria Bjornson

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