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BIO

Charles Hart was born in London and educated in Maidenhead and Cambridge. He has written words for musicals (The Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love, The Kissing-Dance, The Dreaming), opera (The Vampyr, BBC TV) and miscellaneous songs, as well as both words and music for television (Watching, Split Ends, Granada TV) and radio (Love Songs, BBC Radio). His Two Studies for String Quartet were performed by the Sacconi Quartet in 2005 at London’s Purcell Room.


Charles Hart’s photographs have appeared on posters and in playbills, as well as publications ranging from Attitude to the Daily Telegraph, and in 2003 he was one of three photographers to feature in an exhibition organized by UNICEF to celebrate the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. He lives and works in London.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1953
Cord Elam

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1952
Cord Elam

Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
Lyrics
 
[Broadway, 1988] [Replacement]
Lyrics[Replacement]

Writing

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Charles Hart, Aspects of Love

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Musical

Charles Hart, The Phantom of the Opera

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Charles Hart, The Phantom of the Opera

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MASQUERADE to Offer Extended Edition Performance With Behind-the-Scenes Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026

Masquerade is launching an exclusive experience of the show titled ‘Extended Edition.’ During this exclusive experience, guests will see multiple casts in motion and uncover never-before-seen glimpses of the Opera House’s secret inner workings.
Cast Set for NELL GWYNN at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

Rose Shalloo will lead the cast of the Olivier Award-winning play NELL GWYNN at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre, in a co-production from Storyhouse, Shakespeare North Playhouse, and Theatre by the Lake.
Anna Zavelson Will Play Christine Daaé in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in London
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

Anna Zavelson, known for her Broadway debut in THE NOTEBOOK, will join the cast of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre in London for an 11-week run alongside Dean Chisnall as The Phantom.
70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026

Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Present New North American Tour in Seattle
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

Cameron Mackintosh and LW Entertainment announced full casting for the new North American Tour of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, playing Seattle's Paramount Theatre, led by Isaiah Bailey in the title role.
MASQUERADE Will Host NOCTURNE Late Night Performance Set in the World of PHANTOM
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

The Off-Broadway immersive Phantom of the Opera experience Masquerade will host Nocturne, a specially curated evening set in the gothic world of the Phantom this weekend.
Crítica: EL FANTASMA DE LA ÓPERA at Teatro de los Insurgentes
by Juan Carlos Araujo - Apr 21, 2026

Una reinterpretación gótica de uno de los más grandes musicales más exitosos en la historia del teatro.
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
Review: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at the Eccles Theater is Refreshed with Reverence
by Tyler Hinton - Apr 11, 2026

The national tour of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, currently playing at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City, brings back the old favorite with refreshed reverence. The dark beauty of the original production remains intact while freshly burnished in this iteration, which features a new heartstopping chandelier drop that you’ll want to see for yourself. 
REVIEW: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Returns to Handa Opera On Sydney Harbour With A Revival Of Simon Phillips’ 2022 Production.
by Jade Kops - Mar 29, 2026

As part of the 40th Anniversary Celebrations of Andrew Lloyd Webber (Music and Book)), Charles Hart (Lyrics) and Richard Stilgoe’s (Lyrics and Book) famous musical, Opera Australia has revived its production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA for the 2026 Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour season.
Photos: Beatrice Penny-Touré, Dean Chisnall, and More in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

New production photos have been released for Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre. Check out the photos here!
MASQUERADE Extends Off-Broadway Through Summer 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Due to popular demand, the immersive hit Masquerade will extend for a fifth time through Summer 2026. Masquerade will now play an additional 9 weeks through Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 218 West 57th Street.
Review: Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney Are Right at Home at The Green Room 42
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 28, 2026

Broadway and cabaret's new power couple, Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney (HADESTOWN), wowed with three sold-out shows at The Green Room 42 in February.
Video/Photos: MASQUERADE Cast Performs Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026

This morning, Masquerade brought the opera house to Good Morning America for a special performance from the hit immersive production. During their visit, the off-Broadway cast performed a medley of 'Masquerade' and 'The Phantom of the Opera.' Check out the performance, along with photos from their appearance now.
MASQUERADE Seeking Participants for GOOD MORNING AMERICA Performance
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026

Cast from the immersive production of Masquerade will perform on Good Morning America on February 26, and the company is looking for audience members to complete the experience.
Beatrice Penny-Touré to Play Christine in His Majesty's Theatre's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Gillian Blum - Feb 6, 2026

Beatrice Penny-Touré will play the role of Christine Daaé in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre for 10 weeks only, from Monday, March 2 until Saturday, May 9.
Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2026

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. February is filled with world premieres featuring well-known stars. See the full list!
Video: MASQUERADE Star Telly Leung Sings 'Music of the Night' From PHANTOM
by Michael Major - Jan 7, 2026

Telly Leung has shared an acoustic video of 'Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera. The Broadway favorite is currently starring in Masquerade as Erik, the Phantom, in the new immersive staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic.
Photos: MASQUERADE Celebrates New Years With Bal Lumiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2026

Masquerade hosted Bal Lumière, a post-performance New Year’s Eve soirée that opened the show’s Paris Opera House environment to attendees for a late-night masked gathering. See photos from the event here!
MASQUERADE To Host Bal Lumière New Year’s Eve Soirée
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

Masquerade will present Bal Lumière, a late-night masked soirée following the December 31 performance, offering audiences extended access to its Paris Opera House world.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Charles Hart been in?

Charles Hart has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Charles Hart been in?

Charles Hart has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Charles Hart been nominated for?

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aspects of Love, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera.

How many shows has Charles Hart written?

Charles Hart has written 1 shows including Masquerade (Lyrics).

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