The Phantom of the Opera at Des Monies Civic Center

If you’re allowed to only see once musical in a lifetime, it definitely should be The Phantom of the Opera! Here’s the spectacular epic that will leave you breathless! The Phantom of the Opera is indeed the production of a lifetime and it’s making its way across North America this year! See the opulent aural and visual feast as this mutli award winning musical arrives at the Des Moines Civic Center in Iowa! It’s not enough that you enjoy the music from the legendary Andrew Lloy Webber, you have to see it with your own eyes! So here’s your chance to be a part of this rich history! With over 160 million viewers across the globe, Phantom of the Opera is indeed one of the greatest musicals of all time! So hurry and don’t miss this outstanding theater masterpiece as it conquers the Des Moines Civic Center! Secure your tickets to see Phantom of the Opera musical by hitting the Get Tickets link!

The most spectacular stage classic is back and it’s taking over major theaters across the US! The Phantom of the Opera with music by multi Tony Award winning composer Andrew Lloyd Webber will be enchanting audiences with tantalizing hits like “All I Ask of You,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “The Music of the Night,” “Angel of Music,” and a whole lot more! It’s your opportunity to experience the legendary score and the most tragic love story as this Broadway classic takes to the stage this year at the Des Moines Civic Center in Iowa! The musical, which features lyrics by equally legendary Charles Hart and Richard Stillgoe with book by Webber and Stillgoe, is recorded to be the longest running Broadway musical in history! Today, millions of people still enjoy this musical for its spectacular soundtrack, stellar cast, and vivid visuals. 

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BACKGROUND

The Phantom of the Opera opened in London in 1986, followed by a tantalizing Broadway premiere two years later. The musical continued to run until 2023 at the Majestic Theatre in New York. But the legacy lives on as the musical soars across major venues all around the world. This year’s run will light up several major cities in the US and Canada. The Phantom of the Opera has a collective 160 million viewers, and has grossed over $7 billion in Broadway and international and national tours. The musical has also staged over 40,000 shows worldwide. 

PLOT

The famous opera house in Paris is about to stage its most spectacular performance yet. The Phantom is a mysterious figure living underneath the opera house within the catacombs. Known as a musical genius, he influences the outcome of the performances. One moment he causes an accident to scare the lead performer, thereby making a young soprano Christine Daae to take over the lead role. The Phantom becomes obsessed with Christine Daae, meanwhile, she calls him her “Angel of Music.” However, Christine falls in love with her childhood friend Raoul, causing immense jealousy on the Phantom. He abducts her, but her compassion for the masked man may be the key to changing his heart. Find out more if you catch the Phantom of the Opera at the Des Moines Civic Center!

LEGENDARY MUSIC

The musical popularized timeless titles like “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Angel of Music,” and “The Music of the NIght.” The songs were composed by eight time Tony winning composer and playwright Andrew Lloy Webber with lyrics from Charles Hart and Richard Stillgoe. The recordings of the score earned several platinum certifications across the globe with quadruple platinum status in the US, triple platinum in the UK, and five time platinum in Australia. 

CREATIVE TEAM

Besides showmakers Andrew Lloyd Webber and Richard Stillgoe, the creative team also comprises magnificent talent. Original director Hail Prince has led this production since 1986 while the revival featured additional direction by Seth Sklar Heyn. The musical also features work from Gillian Lyne who spearheaded the musical staging and choreography in the original production with additional choreography from Chrissie Cartwright for newer productions. The Phantom of the Opera also features production design from Maria Bjornson, lighting design from Andrew Bridge, sound design from Mick Potter, and co- orchestration from David Cullen. For a complete list of the creative team, please check the official website of The Phantom of the Opera.

 “The now and future PHANTOM fandom is in excellent hands.” – BroadwayWorld

AWARDS

The Phantom of the Opera has won numerous accolades over the decades but its most notable wins include four Laurence Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical. Over on Broadway, the musical won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, seven Drama Desk Awards, and five Outer Critcs Circle Awards. This recent off Broadway revival earned the musical a staggering amount of nominations including winning Outstanding Creative Collaboration at the Drama Desk Awards.

TOURING CAST

Over the years, The Phantom of the Opera has brought in the most astounding talents from actors and actresses in the theater circuit. This year’s stellar cast continues to give justice to the stunning legacy of the original West End and Broadway production. This year’s touring cast includes Isaiah Baley as the Phantom, Jordan Lee Gilber as Christina Daae, Daniel Lopez as Raoul, Midori Mash as Carlota Guidicelli, William Thomas Evans as Monsieur Firmin, and Carrington Vilmont as Monsieur Andre. For the complete list of the touring cast, you can check the musical’s official website. 

“There’s a reason it’s been running for 35 years and that’s the tunes”  – The Guardian

REVIEWS

Being the longest running Broadway musical of all time, The Phantom of the Opera has garnered a ton of reviews but the marks continue to be glowing even after four decades. “There’s a reason it’s been running for 35 years and that’s the tunes,” wrote the Guardian, “There are reprises and motifs everywhere, and even similar melodies in two of the big songs.”

Meanwhile, BroadwayWorld has showered its review with amazing words about the musical in a recent US based performance, “Nearly 40 years after its Broadway premiere, The Phantom of the Opera continues to cast its spell.” with a grand spanding production, the writer added, “The now and future PHANTOM fandom is in excellent hands.”

Theater Mania aptly titled their review, “The Phantom of the Opera is as thrilling as ever on the road.” The writer continued, “The most delightful surprise of all is just how few changes have been made to the show’s design. Down to every detail, Björnson’s costumes look so familiar that they could easily be taken for the Broadway costumes.”

Lastly, the New York Post delivered this laudatory review, “This is not simply one of the longest-running Broadway musicals – it is, more important, one of the all-time best Broadway musicals. It delivers.”

“The Phantom of the Opera Is as thrilling as ever on the road.” – Theater Mania

ABOUT THE VENUE

The Des Moines Civic Center is a performing arts center located in Downtown Des Moines. The venue has been the city’s oldest concert hall since 1979. The Civic Center has a 2,744 capacity enterainment facility with plush seating and superb acoustics. The venue is also equipped with state of the art lights and sound technology. Fans can also enjoy tons of amenities including food and drink offerings, clean restrooms, and great accessibility. There’s metered parking around the venue and private parking garages at walking distance. The venue also offers valet parking services.

“This is not simply one of the longest-running Broadway musicals – it is, more important, one of the all-time best Broadway musicals. – The New York Post

HOW TO GET TICKETS

Securing tickets to see The Phantom of the Opera is quite easy. You can easily secure through the official box office at the venue or book your access online through Ticket Squeeze. The trusted ticket site offers excellent seats at affordable prices! You can’t go wrong when you score great deals, it’s the Phantom of the Opera after all! So hurry and smash that Get Tickets link now!