The Phantom of the Opera at Farragut High School

1. View All Nashville Shows
 > 
2. The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom of the Opera is a captivating musical composed by the legendary Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Charles Hart and additional contributions by Richard Stilgoe. It debuted in 1986 at Her Majesty's Theatre in London and quickly achieved massive acclaim.

The story unfolds within the grandeur of the Paris Opera House. Christine Daaé, a talented young soprano, captures the attention of a mysterious masked figure known as the Phantom. This musical genius, residing in the hidden depths of the opera house, becomes Christine's mentor, nurturing her voice while wreaking havoc to make her a star. A love triangle forms as Christine finds herself torn between the Phantom's obsessive affection and her childhood friend, Raoul, a handsome viscount.

The Phantom of the Opera has garnered a multitude of awards, solidifying its place as a theatrical masterpiece. It triumphed at the Olivier Awards in London, receiving the prize for Best Musical. Its success across the Atlantic was equally impressive, with a Tony Award win for Best Musical on Broadway. The enduring popularity of this musical is a testament to its powerful music, gothic romance, and dramatic storytelling.

Authors

• Andrew Lloyd Webber
• Bruce Falstein
• Charles Hart
• David Bishop
• David Spencer
• Gaston Leroux
• Gene Pistilli
• Kathleen Masterson
• Ken Hill
• Lawrence Rosen
• Michael Tilford
• Mike Batt
• Paul Schierhorn
• Richard Stilgoe
• Rob Barron
• Rupert Holmes
• Tom Alonso
• Walter Murphy

Tony Awards and Nominations for The Phantom of the Opera