Ramin Karimloo London's youngest ever Phantom
Ramin Karimloo London's youngest ever 'Phantom'
Cast changes in The Phantom of the Opera from 10 Sep 2007 at Her Majesty's Theatre.
28 year old Ramin Karimloo will become London's youngest ever 'Phantom' and Alex Rathgeber will take over the role of 'Raoul'. At the same time Benjamin Lake will take over the role of 'Piangi'.
Ramin Karimloo's extensive theatre work includes playing 'Enjolras' in "Les Misérables" at the Queen's Theatre in London and 'Chris' in the UK tour of 'Miss Saigon'. As 'Enjolras', he performed in front of Her Majesty The Queen at Windsor Castle in a special concert production of "Les Misérables" celebrating the centenary of the Entente Cordiale. Alex Rathgeber, who has performed widely in his native Australia, makes his West End stage debut as 'Raoul'.
The musical will continue to star Robyn North and Leila Benn Harris sharing the role of 'Christine'. Wendy Ferguson (Carlotta), James Barron (Monsieur Firmin), Sam Hiller (Monsieur André), Heather Jackson (Madame Giry) and Lyndsey Wise (Meg Giry).
The Phantom of the Opera has been playing in London since 1986, and will celebrate its 21st London birthday on 9 October this year.
Worldwide Phantom of the Opera has grossed over £1.7 billion. The box office revenues are higher than any film or stage play in history, including "Titanic", "ET" and "Star Wars". It has been seen in at least 124 cities in 25 countries and played to over 100 million people.
Directed by Harold Prince, it has music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Charles Hart .
'This haunting musical traces the tragic love story of a beautiful opera singer and a young composer shamed by his physical appearance into a shadowy existence beneath the majestic Opera Paris House.'
It is currently taking bookings to 27 Sep 2008.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Phantom of the Opera about?
Come and hear the music of the night. One of the longest-running musicals in West End history, this Andrew Lloyd Webber piece is a global hit for a reason. Telling the tragic and romantic take of opera singer Christine and the mysterious man who haunts her, you’ll experience classic songs like "Music of the Night" and "The Phantom of the Opera" in their original staging. Get The Phantom of the Opera tickets at His Majesty’s Theatre today.
How long is The Phantom of the Opera?
The running time of The Phantom of the Opera is 2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.
Where is The Phantom of the Opera playing?
The Phantom of the Opera is playing at His Majesty’s Theatre. The theatre is located at 57 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4QL.
What's the age requirement for The Phantom of the Opera?
The recommended age for The Phantom of the Opera is Ages 8+. Anyone under the age of 16 has to be accompanied by an adult (18+). Under 4s will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for The Phantom of the Opera?
Book tickets for The Phantom of the Opera on London Theatre.
What are the songs in The Phantom of the Opera?
Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s famous score includes well-known songs “Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” and “Think of Me.” Read our complete song guide to The Phantom of the Opera.
Who wrote The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera stage musical was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Charles Hart and additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe. The show is adapted from Gaston Leroux's novel of the same name.
Who directed The Phantom of the Opera?
Harold Prince directed the stage musical The Phantom of the Opera. In 1988, he won the Tony Award for Best Direction for his work on the production.
When did The Phantom of the Opera open in the West End?
The Phantom of the Opera opened in the West End on 9 October 1986 at His Majesty’s Theatre.
Is The Phantom of the Opera appropriate for kids?
The Phantom of the Opera is recommended for people over eight years old. Under 16-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult.
Is The Phantom of the Opera good?
As the second-longest-running musical in the West End, The Phantom of the Opera continues to delight audiences. Read our four-star review of The Phantom of the Opera.
How long has The Phantom of the Opera been running in the West End?
The Phantom of the Opera opened in 1987 and is the second-longest-running musical in the West End. It has currently been running for over 35 years.
Is The Phantom of the Opera based on a true story?
While the musical is based on the fictional novel of the same name by Gaston Leroux, parts of the story were inspired by actual events and rumours of ghostly sightings at a Paris opera house. The characters and plot are works of fiction.
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