#Phantom of the opera 25th anniversary free#

The supporting performance by Hadley Fraser as Raoul brings a new dimension to the character, no longer a slightly non-descript somewhat weak character, Fraser adds strength, passion and real energy to the role. Maybe because as this is televised, close up shots enhance her eyes and every emotion, in fact the whole story is told through them – very impressive. From the first Aria through to the powerfully acted ‘Past the Point of No Return’, Boggess has the audience in the palm of her hand. From her soaring vocal to her physical performance that encapsulates perfectly the innocence and the sexuality of Christine, Boggess is mesmerising, she really does have the voice of an angel. Without any hesitation and unequivocally that Sierra Boggess is the best Christine I have ever seen. The chemistry between Karimloo and Boggess to almost tangible at times. Vocally, this performance is terrific and like his acting it never is overdone or becomes exaggerated. This Phantom really paints the tormented soul and commands the audience to empathise. – really top notch!Ĭanadian born Karimloo injects real emotion into the role of the Phantom showing with his stunning vocal both the victim and the vengeful perpetrator. I have though, never seen Sierra Boggess as Christine Daaé and Ramin Karimloo as the Phantom in the lead roles and in a word, I was mesmerised, what a wonderful surprise! The production has real heart and oozes class, what a stellar performance by the whole cast. I first saw The Phantom of the Opera live in its opening week in 1986 with Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman and I have seen the musical many times since this. It is recognised as the highest grossing and most financially successful show of all time. And today’s was one of the best known and loved, The Phantom of the Opera.

#Phantom of the opera 25th anniversary free#

‘The Show Must Go On’ is a free platform on YouTube on which Andrew Lloyd Webber releases a musical production at regular intervals to satisfy the ones amongst us who crave a musical fix. This version was directed by Nick Morris with stage direction by Laurence Connor. The Phantom of the Opera was adapted from the novel by Gaston Leroux by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Richard Stilgoe and was produced by Cameron Mackintosh.

Before a child can speak it will dance - Music has the power to lift our spirits and souls and the Arts that are so often marginalised once again prove that the joy and language is universal. From families finding music with their children and performing in their living rooms and posting on Facebook to artistes giving free daily concerts on YouTube. At a time when we are missing our regular theatre visits and our rehearsal time, we find that the arts is constantly evolving to entertain us all in these dark times.