Description: This is a rare October 1986 programme (playbill) from a preview performance of the Original West End production of the landmark ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER musical "THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA" at Her Majesty's Theatre in London. (The production began previews on September 27th, 1986, officially opened October 9th, 1986 and is still playing to packed houses having celebrated it's 35th Anniversary in October 2021. It is the second longest-running musical in the history of London Theatre, behind only Les Miserables.) ..... The musical starred MICHAEL CRAWFORD in the title role, SARAH BRIGHTMAN as "Christine Daae" and STEVE BARTON as "Raoul" and featured JOHN SAVIDENT, ROSEMARY ASHE, DAVID FIRTH, MARY MILLAR, JOHN ARON and CLAIRE MOORE ..... Side Note: On January 9th, 2006, The Phantom of the Opera became the longest-running musical in Broadway history, surpassing the previous record held by Cats. The Phantom of the Opera, which was honored with seven 1988 Tony Awards including "Best Musical", has announced an April 16th, 2023 closing after 13,949 performances. It is, by over 3,500 performances, the longest-running show in Broadway history ..... CREDITS: Music by ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER ("Jesus Christ Superstar", "Evita", "Cats", "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "Song and Dance", "Starlight Express", "The Phantom of the Opera", "Aspects of Love", "By Jeeves", "Sunset Boulevard", "School of Rock"); Book by ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER and RICHARD STILGOE; Lyrics by CHARLES HART; Additional Lyrics by RICHARD STILGOE; Sets and Costumes designed by MARIA BJORNSON; Choreographed by GILLIAN LYNNE; Directed by HAROLD PRINCE; Produced by CAMERON MACKINTOSH and THE REALLY USEFUL THEATRE COMPANY ..... DETAILS: The 60 page playbill measures 6" X 8 1/2" inches and includes full production credits, cast list, synopsis of scenes, list of musical numbers and individual photos and bios of each of the leading actors and members of the creative team. The lucky theatregoer noted that this was from the Dress Rehearsal performance on September 29th, 1986 ..... CONDITION: With the exception of a name and the date written on the cover, surface rubbing as shown and minor edge wear, this rare playbill is in excellent condition and will make a wonderful addition to the collection of any musical theatre aficionado or historian. This item will be carefully packaged in a protective, carded sleeve and backed by stiff cardboard.
Price: 169.99 USD
Location: Cannon Beach, Oregon
End Time: 2024-02-29T17:28:50.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Industry: Theater
Original/Reproduction: Original
Product: Playbills / Programs
Genre: West End Musicals
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Date: 1980 - 1989
