Phantom of the Opera turns silver

MANILA, Philippines - To mark its 25th anniversary, United International Pictures through Solar Entertainment Corp. celebrates Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh’s The Phantom of the Opera in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendor of the Royal Albert Hall with a cast and orchestra of over 200. This time around, audiences worldwide are invited to join the celebration when the event gets premiered in theaters today on limited time.

The Royal Albert Hall will be transformed with a spectacular and unique design by Matt Kinley inspired by Maria Björnson’s original design. The broadcast will be presented in high definition and Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound to ensure a perfect sound experience. What’s more, movie goers will get to experience the performance via multiple views from across the auditorium. These are the best seats in the house and will be an experience not to be missed.

The production will be directed by Laurence Connor with musical staging and choreography based on the original London production directed by Hal Prince and choreography by Gillian Lynne.

Far beneath the majesty and splendor of the Paris Opera House hides the Phantom in a shadowy existence. Shamed by his physical appearance and feared by all, the love he holds for his beautiful protégée Christine Daaé is so strong that even her heart cannot resist.

The musical opened at Her Majesty’s Theatre on Oct. 9, 1986 with Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman in the leading roles, and there have been dozens of productions worldwide since then. Now in its 25th record-breaking year, The Brilliant Original: The Phantom of the Opera continues to captivate audiences at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s West End, after more than 10,000 performances.

Webber’s mesmerising score along with jaw-dropping scenery and breathtaking special effects magically combine to bring the tragic love story to life each night.