'The Phantom of the Opera' announces new casting
Dean Chisnall, who most recently appeared as Jean Valjean in Les Misérables in the West End, joins the company of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical as The Phantom.
New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, which has been running at Her Majesty's Theatre since 1986. The new cast will take over from 29 July.
Dean Chisnall, who most recently appeared as Jean Valjean in Les Misérables in the West End, joins the company as The Phantom, alongside Joanna Ampil (Miss Saigon, Jesus Christ Superstar, Les Misérables) as Carlotta Giudicelli, Martin Ball (The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Mamma Mia!) as Monsieur Firmin, Helen Hobson (Come From Away, Mamma Mia!) as Madame Giry, and Millie Lyon as Meg Giry in her West End and professional debut.
Continuing in the show will be Lily Kerhoas as Christine Daaé, Joe Griffiths-Brown as Raoul, Adam Linstead as Monsieur André, and David Kristopher-Brown as Ubaldo Piangi. At certain performances the role of Christine Daaé will be played by Eve Shanu-Wilson.
Also joining the cast are Anya Alindada, Lily Allen-Dodd, George Arvidson, Embla Bishop, David Burilin, Fergus Dale, Emily George, Molly Hall, Will Hawksworth, Nicholas Hepher, Mandy Kwan, Jess Michelmore, and Johnny Randall.
The cast is completed by Leonard Cook, Colleen Rose Curran, Michael Colbourne, Hywel Dowsell, Connor Ewing, Serina Faull, Florence Fowler, James Gant, Melanie Gowie, Samuel Haughton, Eilish Harmon-Beglan, Janet Mooney, Tim Morgan, Zoë Soleil Vallée, Jasmine Wallis, and Victoria Ward.
Lloyd Webber's musical about a young ballet dancer entangled with a mysterious Phantom at the Paris Opera House has a score that includes "Music of the Night," "All I Ask of You," "Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again," "Masquerade," and the title song.
The creative team has music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Charles Hart, and additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, with a book by Richard Stilgoe and Andrew Lloyd Webber and orchestrations by David Cullen and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Musical Supervision is by Simon Lee, production design is by Maria Björnson, set design is adapted by Matt Kinley, associate costume design is by Jill Parker, lighting is by Andrew Bridge, associate lighting design is by Warren Letton, and sound is by Mick Potter.
The musical staging and choreography is by Gillian Lynne, recreated and adapted by Chrissie Cartwright. Originally directed by Harold Prince, this production is directed by Seth Sklar-Heyn.
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Photo credit: the new company of The Phantom of the Opera. (Photo by Joseph Madden)
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?
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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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