About The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera at the theatre on 57 Haymarket, London, is Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical about the Phantom, who lives beneath the Paris Opera House and becomes fixated on his protégée, Christine Daaé. The production combines the score, scenery and special effects to tell this tragic love story.

It first opened at His Majesty’s Theatre on Thursday 9 October 1986 with Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman in the leading roles. Since then, it has become one of the highest-grossing musicals of all time, won 70 major theatre awards and been seen by over 140 million people worldwide.

Key facts: Duration 2 hours 30 minutes, including one interval. Performances run Monday to Friday at 7.30pm, and on Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm.

Before you book

Children under 4 will not be admitted. Anyone aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own within the auditorium. All people entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket.

You will receive a confirmation email with your e-ticket. Please print it and bring it on the day. It is recommended that you arrive at least 30 minutes before the performance starts, and you may also need to present valid ID.

No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase. Please note that Stalls Row N-S will have the top of the staging obscured by the Royal Circle overhang, and single seats cannot be left in a row when booking.

Venue

57 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4QL, United Kingdom.

Getting there: Piccadilly Circus is about 150m away and Leicester Square is about 300m away.

Accessibility: If you have access requirements, call 020 3925 2998 or email access@lwtheatres.co.uk.

Description supplied by the event organiser.