To be honest its not really possible to create a list of the top ten because there have been so many phantoms, wonderful for many different reasons. It starts early, when auctioneers clearing memorabilia from the old Paris Opera House arrive at Lot 666: an enormous chandelier. Alla uppsttningar av musikalen har gtt fr fulla hus. He needs to mature more. Unfortunately, her point of contact, the manager, Grard Carrire, has just been fired. In the underground lair, Christine confronts The Phantom: his true disfigurement lies not in his face but in his soul. Its got to be the original-Steve Harley, just ask Sarah Brightman! Sydney Chaplin - Nick Arnstein; Bob Fosse - Pal Joey Joey Evans . I think this articles writer should tell that why he ranked like this. Im glad to see my favorite, Earl Carpenter, but there are a lot of gaps (where are Brad Little and Hugh Panaro, just to name two?). But I definitely agree Hugh Panaro should be on the list! Colm Wilkinson is lucky to be on this list. Robert John Guest OBE (17 July 1950 1 October 2008) was a New Zealand-Australian actor, television personality and host and singer, who started his career in pop music in New Zealand, before becoming best known for his work in Australian musical theatre, particularly in various productions of The Phantom of the Opera. Are you a Michael Crawford fan? Ramin went on to originate the part of the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webbers sequel Love Never Dies which premiered at the Adelphi Theatre in 2010. Jeff Hyslop should be on there. The Christine Daa, a talented young singer, after being discovered by the known playboy Comte Philippe de Chagny, is sent to the Paris Opera House by her new patron to be classically trained. Now, you can hear them all in a spectacular new production that has stunned critics across the United Kingdom and North America. The Phantom of the Opera Amex presale tickets can be bought at pre-sale-tickets.com. Guest was born in Birmingham, England. We saw Colm Wilkinson in Toronto, and he was marvelous. 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I love him so awesome! Consumed with curiosity, Christine succeeds in revealing The Phantoms face. Where is Hugh Panaros name? Robert John Guest OBE (17 July 1950 - 1 October 2008) was a New Zealand-Australian actor, television personality and host and singer, who started his career in pop music in New Zealand, before becoming best known for his work in Australian musical theatre, particularly in various productions of The Phantom of the Opera. John Owen-Jones. Hugh panaro was rightly left out, his singing style is boring and his acting is just bland, also he seems really arrogant. A disfigured eccentric genius (played by Chaney) secretly coaches an aspiring opera singer (Mary Philbin) and forces . After the Gala, Meg asks Christine about her mysterious teacher, but Christine can only tell Meg that he is the Angel of Music whom her late father had always promised would one day visit her. You want sensual? Seriously ? Source: Getty Images. Even the description for Butler you guys put for him describes why he shouldnt be on this list. He had the voice. Scott Bakula - Romance/Romance as Alfred Von Wilmers/Sam; David Carroll - Chess as Anatoly; . Christine is kidnapped by the masked phantom; he tells her his name is Erik and reveals her love for her. Circa 1988, he was internationally regarded as the best Enjolras and was honoured by being selected for the complete symphonic recording, along with leading Les Misrables performers from around the world along with fellow Australian actor Philip Quast as Javert. I'm just not used to killing people; it threw me off a bit. to put Gerard Butler even into the top 100 is a disgrace. What about the best of them all the late Rob Guest. El Gobierno Australiano orden 24 F-111C para equipar a la Real Fuerza Area . The film is most famous for Lon Chaney's astounding performance and grisly makeup. Born in London in 1948, Lloyd Webber has written many of the worlds most successful musicals. "Study Pictures For Condition, Actual Item For Sale, NO Stock Photos Used, Any Damage Will Be ". At an auction of opera memorabilia at the Paris Opera House, an old man, Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny, bids for a strange musical box which seems to hold for him some special memory. [7] At the time of his death, Guest was appearing as the Wizard of Oz in the Australian premiere production of the hit Broadway musical Wicked, which had opened in Melbourne in July 2008. And, whats the basement of this rank? Im glad that someone mentioned Jeff Hyslop, from the original Canadian Touring Production. I grew up listening to the MC and SB POTO CD over and over but I can appreciate what twist the movie had and I have actually retired the original soundtrack with the one from the movie because I LOVE Gerard Butler and Emmy Rossums voice. Gerard Carriere: Erik, what are we going to do about all of this? The longest-running show in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera debuted in 1988, winning seven Tony Awards including Best Musical . She knows that if she can free herself from his memory she will no longer be in thrall to The Phantom. I do say we need to have some more Broadway Phantoms up there! Besides that I think it is pretty good! Best Broadway Phantom next to Michael Crawford! The garrotted body of Piangi is revealed. Ill go further than LetTheSongTakeFlight and say Gerard Butler doesnt belong on ANY list of Phantoms, unless its The 10 Ten Worst Phantoms ever list. Topping our list of Phantoms is, of course, the very first Phantom, Michael Crawford. As of writing in December 2021, Donnelly is still Londons Phantom, haunting sell-out crowds in the newly revamped West End production. He flings to Andr the score of his new opera, Don Juan Triumphant, commanding that it be performed. Bert Newton was brought in as his replacement in Wicked, six weeks following his death. While I would agree that Gerard Butler is nowhere near the best singing Phantom, his portrayal was more believable to me than some that Ive seen. [MerryChristmas] Tantei Opera Milky Holmes Fun Fun Pearly Night - Ken to Janet no Okurimono (MX1 1080p Hi10P AAC) [CAB52548].mkv Anime /Subbed 2018-01-21 18:17:35 Well, I saw it 5 or 6 times and it brought tears to my eyes. Photo: Prudence Upton. Ive only seen the 2004 movie and the Royal Albert Hall performance. With the doors locked and guarded he will be unable to escape. Right alongside with Michael Crawford. When's Christine childhood sweetheart comes back into . I never even got to see him on stage because the show came out when I was both (haha) but the amount of emotion I can hear just from the CD tells me he was amazing. Ethan Freeman As The Phantom Of The Opera Her Majesty's Theatre Programme 1995. DAVIS GAINES IS THE BEST I HAVE SEENHE MOVED ME TO TEARS& A GREAT SINGER & ACTOR.JACK ENGLISHHOLLYWOOD, Okay I honestly have to ask this for the people that have seen a fair amount of different versions of the Phantom. Lloyd Webber created the role with him in mind and Wilkinson was the Phantom in the 1985 Sydmonton workshop and festival where ALWs Phantom debuted. Material includes themes of violence and horror, and depiction of hanging. Ramin is ok but I wouldnt consider him anywhere near the best. Overseen by Cameron Mackintosh and Matthew Bourne, the eye-poppingly innovative (Australian Financial Review) new staging includes many special effects, from the famous chandelier to the underground lake, and a large cast and orchestra. With a terrible singing voice and the most hammy acting I have ever seen. "To have Anthony in Sydney reclaiming the role he made his own is one of theatre's . Fourth in our list is John-Owen Jones, who was chosen to play the Phantom in the West End in 2001. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Musical LARGE Programme GERONIMO RAUNCH LIAM TAMME at the best online prices at eBay! Guest was the world's longest-serving Phantom, having played the role a record 2,289 performances over seven years in front of Australian and New Zealand audiences.[1]. Take a look at what to expect in this exclusive sneak preview!---------------------------------Presenting The Phantom of the Opera, the smash hit musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber!Experience the power of the phantom with your nearest performance: http://www.thephantomoftheopera.comFollow the Phantom everywhere:Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhantomOperaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePhantomOfTheOpera/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phantomopera/Far beneath the majesty and splendour of the Paris Opera House, hides the Phantom in a shadowy existence. About The Phantom of the Opera. not listed yet Christine unhappily agrees to co-operate. His performance was breathtaking, fantastic, and most enjoyable singing I have ever heard and seen. Its not as operatic. [1], In 1993 Guest received the Benny Award from the Variety Artists Club of New Zealand Inc, the highest honour available to a New Zealand variety entertainer.[3]. Im just glad to see my favorite Phantom of all time up there. JOJ is top 3. Mr. Crivello, mastered the role of the Phantom. Colm Wilkinson deserves a higher rank, not just for his sensual portrayal and incredible voice, but for the fact that he, not Michael Crawford, was the first Phantom. But I should say that Im quite surprised that no one has brought up even an honourable mention for Paul Stanley of KISS who replaced Jeff as the FINAL Phantom in the record-breaking 10 year Toronto run. John Owen-Jones and Lucie Jones at West End LIVE 2019. See details. Audition and performance merge and, from the managers box, the young Raoul, patron of the Opera House, voices his enthusiasm for the new star. The longest-running show in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera debuted in 1988, winning seven Tony Awards including Best Musical. He was found to be suffering from Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in 1992, during the early publicity for the arena production of Jesus Christ Superstar where he was to appear as Pilate. Den har spelats i London sedan 1986 och p Broadway sedan 1988. Books that have to do with our beloved Phantom. For a while Crivello was the sole actor playing the Phantom in Vegas. A new production of Phantom Of The Opera by original producer Cameron Mackintosh, now showing at Sydney Opera House, is lush but not over-the-top, and boasts a near-definitive leading couple. His voice isnt classically trained but lets not forget this is a musical and NOT an opera and when Webber was casting he wanted a Phantom with no classical training. With hundreds of actors, including understudies, playing the lead role of the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webbers The Phantom of the Opera in its many productions around the world, it is a hard task to choose the top ten talented men who have stepped behind the mask to portray the enigmatic musical genius. Colm Wilkinson definitely deserved a top three spot, but I am SO happy to see you put Ramin up there in second he deserves it!! Callum Francis and Georgina Hopson in Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour - The Phantom of the Opera. Running time. His deep baritone but amazingly high range gave the Phantom a sinister but seductive presence that is unique. Just saw Phantom on Broadway with the greatest Phantom ever Norm Lewis. He was also part of the 25th Anniversary celebrations at the Royal Variety Performance at The Lowry in Manchester, singing the title song of The Phantom of the Opera alongside three other former Phantoms and Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger. 1988: Michael Crawford - The Phantom of the Opera as The Phantom of the Opera. This was followed by the successes of the 1980s. Middle Orchestra: Seats in row K to U. That's relatively short, but just enough time to soak up the greatest musical of all time in what is one of the world's most . He's man and mystery, a deformed genius. Michael was the first Phantom. I wonder where they are getting these figures from. Please come prepared so that you are as comfortable as possible, and ready to . Starring: Rob Guest, Marina . The venue, audience seating, and the stage are completely uncovered. Video Clips. He ranks well ahead of the (unknown, but good) actor on the first(?) Tubowgule Sydney Opera House. I thought Ramin did a great job of the stage version. A Chinese version of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical The Phantom of the Opera will be staged at Tianqiao Performing Arts Center in Beijing this October. What the?? There really is a lake underneath the Paris Opera; it is an integral part of the design, and the water level acts as a ballast, raised or lowered, depending on the weight of the stage, seven storeys above it. The darkness that a murder/ phantom should have. Add your comments here! Butler was praised for his role as the iconic masked musician and it brought him recognition in the world of film. Value for money seats. Do you think that there is a deserving Phantom missing or should the number one spot be given to someone else? Gerard Butler should not be on this list, let alone ranked above John Owen Jones. [needs update]. Based on a 1910 novel by Gaston Leroux, The Phantom of the Opera tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius who haunts the Paris Opera House. (Read Lon Chaney's 1929 Britannica essay on makeup.) I agree that Michael and Ramin deserved #1 and #2. The award will provide the emerging performer with further knowledge and training in the industry to develop their potential. Backstage at the Opera, Buquet, the flyman, taunts the ballet chorus with stories of the ghost. And in Christine Daae, he's found his angel of music: the young woman he would make a star. Its "bigger and better than ever before" ( Yorkshire Post ), "stunning, intense and spectacular" (Sunday Express). The Phantoms voice is heard threatening a disaster beyond imagination. really hoped John Cudia would be on this list as like #3 (hes one of my favourites!) Gerard was never even musically trained and still sounds better then just about everybody who is giving him crap. I saw #1 and #10 an I loved both. Im also rather excited to see James Barbour in the role later this month. The Phantom of the Opera haunts the catacombs beneath the Paris Opera House. In 1995, Guest was invited as one of the seventeen Jean Valjeans from around the world to perform the encore of the Les Misrables 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London. He played the role both in LA and NY and totaled more performances than Michael himself. Erik The Phantom of the Opera: [reaches for his ears] My God! Recordings. Seller does not accept returns. Christine, calmly facing off with The Phantom, decides to act. Erik The Phantom of the Opera: What has happened to your sense of humour? This was arguably his break-through role, as he was cast as the Phantom as the Australian tour of Les Misrables was ending. Warlow was back on television, in a concert performance, on the night of 24 December 2006 (the concert was shown by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation). Except for the addition of Bowman and Butler. . Her theatrical debut was at the age of thirteen in I and Albert at the Piccadilly Theatre.Subsequently she joined Hot Gossip, steering them to the top of the charts with her record "I Lost My Heart To A Starship Trooper". They both win. Erik The Phantom of the Opera: I'm teasing; probably the only one I need to kill is her. The list needs to be updated as Cooper Grodin is performing as the phantom on the traveling Broadway tour. . Not worth talking about. Georgina Hopson and dancers in Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour - The Phantom of the Opera. How about making a Top-20 list and just leave room for more great singers? Teri Polo plays Christine with such angelic sweetened and bitter remorse, you'll love, hate, and love her character time and again. I mean really?! Center Orchestra - centre rows (B-J) and middle seats. Michael, JOJ, Peter Karrie, Anthony Warlow and Earl Carpenter all definitely belong there. Later, he was chosen in the leading role and performed at the 25th Anniversary celebrations of the show in December 2011 in Manchester. I am going to be honest as much as I loved Michael Crawford I am going to have to DISAGREE with all of you and say Gerard Butler does deserve his place at number 3 he is the only phantom that I would have actually choose over Raoul and I loved the rawness of his voice. Majestic Theatre - Recommended Seats. "Floating, falling, sweet intoxication." Collider It features new direction by Laurence Connor, new scenic design by Paul Brown, lighting design by Tony Award-winner Paule Constable, sound design by Mick Potter, new choreography by Scott Ambler and the original, Tony Award-winning costume design by Maria Bjrnson. His movements on stage are precise and with emotion. For the latest edition of Stage Direction, Melanie Tait unravels the "strange affair" of the musical that took over the world. As soon as Christine is alone, a figure appears behind the mirror. Colin Wilkinson. BTW, when we were in the hotel and also outside in the parking area, whose singing did we hear? I think Gerard Butler was very good in the style of the original, Steve Harley. For innocent Cio-Cio-San, love flutters on wings of desire. Phantom - Maury Yeston 1992 30m, 7f, plus ensemble (doubling possible.) Michaels POTOs cd, not Anthony! Loved by Phantom Phans, he was twice voted in 1994 and 1995 as the favourite Phantom by members of The Phantom of the Opera Appreciation Society. Just across the harbour, the Sydney Opera House has water flowing underneath, which is used to power heating and air-conditioning. History Stay Info. Telenor the largest Norwegian telemunications pany In 1995 the project branched out into a separate pany . He won his first lead at age 22 in The Jesus Christ Revolution (which was presented as Man of Sorrows in New Zealand and which predated Jesus Christ Superstar). Michael defined the role and breathed life in to Erik. Earl Carpenter played the Phantom at Her Majestys until 17th March 2012 and continued in the role on the UK tour of the show. He had to put his career on hold for about a year while he dealt with the disease. The singers have immense difficulty learning thedissonant score, but their task is mysteriously facilitated when the piano magically takes over and the singers, mesmerised, begin to perform flawlessly. Ramin is the best phantom ever!!! I havent seen JOJ do the part on stage, but his voice in the 25th anniversary blew me away! The event is an all-weather experience and we are committed to going ahead with a performance of Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour even in doubtful or unfavourable weather conditions. Based on Gaston Leroux's horror novel, it tells the enticing story of The Phantom, who haunts the stage of the Paris Opera and subsequently falls in love with a beautiful young soprano. We acknowledge, celebrate and respect all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first story tellers who carry the cultural wisdom, traditions and dreaming of this ancient land. Front mezzanine gives you fantastic views of the stage at a reasonable price. Hes known for his versatility from the rocknroll of Jesus Christ Superstar to the operatic-inspired The Phantom of the Opera and irresistible melodies. Andr asks the prima donna, Carlotta, to sing, but a sandbag falls suddenly from the flies, almost killing her. Originally appearing in the role alongside Brent Barrett, alternating the lead. The Phantom emerges from his hiding place, where he has heard everything, and vows vengeance. but the fans of Ramin cant agree with that. The macabre story is based on French author Gaston Leroux's novel Le Fantme de l'opra (1910). Over 100 years later, Andrew Lloyd Webber's music of the night is now a part of our cultural DNA. History Phantom of the Opera. He introduces the new managers, Andr and Firmin. The picture-perfect backdrop of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge twinkles with thousands of city lights as night falls. There are murmurs among the company that it must have been the work of the ghost. I think it you take Butler off the list and add Hugh Panaro somewhere, this would be a fair list. Free shipping for many products! Michael opened the show in London, New York and LA. A new opera, Hannibal, is in rehearsal. The acting? The Phantom of the Opera r en av de strsta musikalsuccerna i vrlden. When we saw Anthony Crivello in Vegas we sat in the front row. The stage version does the same, with the Phantom keeping his back to the audience when he removes his mask for Christine. El General Dynamics F-111C (apodado Pig (Cerdo)) es una variante del avin interdictor y de ataque tctico F-111 Aardvark, desarrollado por General Dynamics para cubrir requerimientos australianos. The Phantom appears to her in the graveyard. Best phantom by far is Ramin Karimloo. Venue. Geronimo Rauch and Hugh Panaro deserve to be on this list, Gerard Butler needs to be kicked off. Length of Run: He is an escaped fairground freak a physical monstrosity with a brilliant mind. Very different voices. He was excellent in L.A. and I understand he did a great job as Raoul in New York. I used to really think that nobody could and would ever outdo Michael Crawford, but I do have to admit Im entirely smitten with Ramins take on the Phantom. I must say none of the other performers have anything on Anthony Crivello. At the height of the festivities a strange figure appears through the mirrored walls of the ballroom. In 2012, Warlow reprised his role as Daddy Warbucks in Annie at the Lyric Theatre, Star City, for a strictly limited season of 12 weeks. Erik The Phantom of the Opera: Well, someone should tell her. I nust say you cannot understand how good a job they did until you see another performer do this role as i did when Anthony Crivello was out sick. Especially after being saddled with seeing/hearing Colm repeatedly torturing the role and the entire show nightly. The original 1925 silent film version of The Phantom of the Opera is the most famous version of the Gaston Leroux story of the disfigured and deranged Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House. Or singing? Why is Gerard Butler even on this list? It was announced in October 2006 that Phantom would re-open in Melbourne the following year and that Warlow had agreed to reprise his role as "The Phantom". Hit after hit punctuates the thrilling score, from the stunning romance of 'Music of the Night', 'Think of Me' and 'All I . Ill even say Colm Wilkinson though hes not my cup of tea (and I say this having seen him in the role). Gerard Carriere: She's married to the new manager. If money were no matter. Parental guidance suggested. His anger dissolves into self-pity and Christine feels herself almost reciprocating his affection. The film's origins had begun in 1923 when the president of Universal Pictures, Carl Laemmle, had met author Gaston . The Brian Stacey Award for a musician currently working in the field of musical theatre was won by Isaac Hayward. It took a while but you ride Butler kind of grew on me but he doesnt belong here. I personally believe that Gerard Butler should be taken off this list completely, putting Ramin Karimloo as the best, and I think there are brilliant phantoms (that arent at famous as the ones in this list) that have been left out, for example: Gary Mauer is a brilliant phantom, as is Geronimo Rauch. Unfortunately, her point of contact, the manager, Grard Carrire, has just been fired. PAUL ADAM SCHAEFER (Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny) is SO grateful to be a member of this cast for over a decade.He has also played The Phantom more times than he can count. Simply select the Group of 4+ price when choosing your A-reserve seats and the offer will be automatically applied. POTO is not a musical that you can write a review in a casual way. But then that opinion comes from my life experiences. Erik The Phantom of the Opera: She can't sing! Support our future Opera Australia Capital Fund. Hugh is the BEST BROADWAY Phantom ever. 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Ramin should of been 1 hands down. Book your tickets today! But he and the entire show was incredible. Il Muto is performed with Christine cast in a silent role. Mesmerised by the talents and beauty of the young soprano Christine, the Phantom lures her as his protg and falls fiercely in love with her. Presumed dead, he in fact lives still, somewhere in the Opera House. The Phantom of the Opera. Playing the masked anti-hero for 3 and a half years and nearly 1,400 performances, John Owen-Jones was the longest running West End Phantom, and one of the most prolific Phantom Of The Opera actors of all time. brad little should be in. Our Sydney team can do some amazing things and that was on display with one of their recent jobs for The Phantom of the Opera. I was a Michael Crawford snob when I bought The Phantom DVD. he is precise on the words when singing with lots of emotion. His voice and portrayal of Phantom through his voice and acting was brilliant. The show went on to play for nearly ten years with 4,111 performances. Fourth in our list is John-Owen Jones, who was chosen to play the Phantom in the West End in 2001. If Christine agrees to sing the principal role, The Phantom is sure to attend. Christine Daa, a talented young singer, after being discovered by the known playboy Comte Philippe de Chagny, is sent to the Paris Opera House by her new patron to be classically trained. They agree to leave together that night. What about Davis Gaines?? The Phantom offers Christine a bizarre choice: she must either stay with him forever or see Raoul killed. We undertook this difficult task, however, and we now welcome you to enter our labyrinth and review our list of Top Ten Phantoms. I just think that some actors not deserve the ranking. Although he was the first Phantom Ive seen, I dont think that he did the character justice. His grimacing and teeth gnashing were iritating-not good theatre, in my opinion. The much-anticipated production will open at the Sydney Opera House in August 2022 and Arts Centre Melbourne in October 2022. And what about Peter Joback? 2009 saw the Endowment created, the competition launched and the inaugural concert staged at Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne. Now, the production's schedule for this year is locked in, so get ready for the music of the night to croon its way into the Sydney Opera House. [3], Phantom reopened in Melbourne at the Princess Theatre, its original home, on 19 July 2007. Michael Crawford should be #2, and John Owen Jones should be #3. Aug 1995 - Dec 2006 11 years 5 months. Thats a saving of $60 when you book four A-reserve tickets to any MondayThursday performance (excludes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performances).
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