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About This Event

Andrew Lloyd Webber's *The Phantom of the Opera* arrives at His Majesty's Theatre in London on 17 November 2026, presenting a timeless tale of obsession and artistry beneath the Paris Opera House. The production merges a celebrated score with intricate scenery and special effects to dramatise the tragic romance between the Phantom and Christine Daaé. Running for two hours and thirty minutes including an interval, this long-running musical has garnered seventy major theatre awards since its 1986 premiere.

About The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera at 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 show combines the score with detailed scenery and special effects to tell the story on stage.

It first opened on Thursday 9 October 1986 with Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman in the leading roles. Since then, it has won 70 major theatre awards and has been seen by over 140 million people worldwide.

Running time: 2 hours and 30 minutes including one interval.

Before you book

Children under 4 are not admitted. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own in the auditorium. Every person 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. Arrival is recommended at least 30 minutes before the performance start time, 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. Single seats cannot be left in a row when booking.

Venue

57 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4QL. By Tube, Piccadilly Circus is about 150m away and Leicester Square is about 300m away.

If you have access requirements, call the theatre on 020 3925 2998 or email access@lwtheatres.co.uk.

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The Phantom of the Opera takes place on Tuesday, 17 November 2026 at 19:30.

The Phantom of the Opera is held at His Majesty's Theatre in London (Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4QL).

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