The Phantom of the Opera (Broadway) NYC Reviews and Tickets

89%

(11126 Ratings)

Positive

93%

Mixed

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Members say

Enchanting, Great singing, Entertaining, Absorbing, Great staging

About the Show

This classic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is the longest running in Broadway history.

From the depths below the Paris Opera House, the Phantom will stop at nothing to promote his young muse, Christine Daaé, to stardom. When Christine falls in love with a prominent theatre manager, the Phantom wastes no time trying to win her back through song.

The show is based on the 1910 novel by Gaston Leroux. With iconic songs such as ‘Angel of Music’, ‘Music of the Night’, ‘The Phantom of the Opera’, and many more, this Andrew Lloyd Webber classic is the longest running musical in Broadway history. It opened in London in 1986 and on Broadway in 1988.

The musical was directed by the late Harold Prince, the director and producer who had a huge impact on American musical theater.

Show-Score Member Reviews (11,126)

100

Exquisite, Iconic, Pathos-inducing, Sentimental, A riveting display of talent

See it if prepared to be transported by a stunning story, songs, and romantic staging. This beautiful, sensitive story about love and tragedy shines.

Don't see it if you prefer drama to operatic-musicals, want something new, or are heartless. But: there's really no reason to miss this divine production. Read more

100

Great staging, Great singing, Enchanting, Entertaining, Epic

See it if You love lush romantic musicals with beautifully moving staging.

Don't see it if you hate musicals.

100

Absorbing, Delightful, Enchanting, Entertaining, Exquisite

See it if Among the best of theater! Sometimes musicals are hard to understand. Get the dvd and listen to the music so that you know the story.

Don't see it if You don't like musicals. However, IMO everyone who likes theater, and even those who don't, should see Phantom!

100

Great singing, Masterful, Exquisite, Enchanting, Delightful

See it if It s a must see show if you are a fan of musical theatre.

Don't see it if You are not a fan of classical singing.

100

Absorbing, Must see, Masterful

See it if An absolute masterpiece in every sense. Great set, phenomenal singing, just perfect!

Don't see it if You're not into classic musicals

100

Enchanting, Entertaining, Exquisite, Great acting, Great singing

See it if You want to experience a classic, enchanting, beautiful, magical show with incredible actors and singers.

Don't see it if You can't stand opera singing. Honestly though, I say watch it. Few shows expose you to true Broadway standards; this does. It's memorable.