About The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera is a musical set beneath the Paris Opera House, where the Phantom lives in secret and falls for his protégée, Christine Daaé. The production uses Andrew Lloyd Webber’s score, scenery and special effects to tell this story of love, fear and concealment.

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.

Running time: 2 hours and 30 minutes including one interval. Performances: Monday to Friday at 7.30pm, and 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 in the auditorium. Everyone 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, and arrive at least 30 minutes before the performance start time. 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 150m away and Leicester Square is 300m away.

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

Description supplied by the event organiser.