
One of the most popular musicals in the history of West End and Broadway, the musical has had a decades-long run that made the half-face white mask iconic.
Performed for over 80 million people, the musical has immortalized many songs, including hits like The Music of the Night - now reimagined by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award-winning artist Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Meet the haunted spirit of the Paris Opera House, brought to life with a crashing chandelier, an ethereal underground lair, and stained glass windows designed by Maria Björnson.
Watch the delicate love story of a beautiful soprano and a beastly musical genius with The Phantom of the Opera London tickets now!
Premiered in 1986 at London’s Her Majesty’s Theatre, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting masterpiece is based on Gaston Leroux’s 1910 novel of the same name. Even after 15,000+ performances, it remains a landmark in theater history with over 70 major awards, including the Tony and Olivier for Best Musical. Leroux, a journalist and novelist, was fascinated by the Opera Garnier’s architecture, including its underground lake and labyrinthine corridors. While researching, he unearthed ghostly rumors and tragic incidents, which he combined with his vivid imagination to form the foundation of the Phantom’s world.
While the original novel wasn’t an immediate success, the musical marries its dark romance with a lush, operatic score that is still unbeatable in the theater world. Discover how the profound reimagination of the beauty & beast paradox has captivated millions in over 15 languages - get tickets to The Phantom of the Opera in London today!
Under the dazzling chandelier of the Paris Opera House lurks a mysterious figure, the Phantom. A musical genius with a hidden past, he casts a dark spell over the opera until he is mesmerized by the beautiful soprano Christine Daaé. Unaware of the Phantom's disfigured face, Christine is caught between the Phantom’s dark allure and her love for Raoul, her childhood sweetheart. While the ghost gathers his might to bring her to his side, Christine must make an impossible choice before his love spirals into dangerous depths. Will the Phantom conquer his darkness, or will his obsession consume them all? You’ll have to get The Phantom of the Opera tickets to find out!
Show timings for The Phantom of the Opera may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Note: Producers can not guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
The Phantom of the Opera continues to enchant theatergoers through powerful ballads including The Music of the Night, All I Ask of You, and Think of Me, which have become treasured classics in musical theater repertoire.
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Opening in 1705 as Queen’s Theatre, His Majesty's Theatre was designed by John Vanbrugh. It was here that the performances of Mozart’s La clemenza di Tito, Così fan tutte, and Don Giovanni unfolded for the first time in the early 19th century. Interestingly, the name of the theater changed along with the gender of the monarch. For instance, in 1714, it came to be known as the King’s Theatre when George I came into power.
The cost of tickets starts from £30 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The show is most suitable for children aged 10 and above. Children under the age of 4 will not be permitted in the theater.
The musical runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including an interval.
The Phantom of the Opera is currently playing in London at His Majesty's Theatre.
The Phantom of the Opera is a love story that features the monstrous spirit of a musical genius, who falls in love with a beautiful soprano.
Suitable for 10+ yrs
Listen to the music of the night as the Phantom of the Opera in London comes alive with the genius of Andrew Lloyd Webber. The second-longest-running musical in West End history, over 160 million Phantom of the Opera tickets have been sold across the globe. The show premiered on 9 October 1986, with previews beginning on 27 September 1986. Even after its 2021 revival, Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre continues to dazzle with its soaring score, the iconic chandelier crash, billowing fog across the underground lake, candlelit catacombs, dramatic pyrotechnics, and Maria Björnson’s opulent 19th-century Parisian costumes and gothic set design. Set to some of the West End’s most iconic numbers like “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Think of Me,” “The Music of the Night,” and “All I Ask of You”, this deeply emotional story remains a theatrical triumph. The musical has also inspired a sequel, Love Never Dies, and a popular film adaptation starring Gerard Butler.
Phantom of the Opera musical follows Christine Daaé, a gifted young soprano who captures the attention of a mysterious, disfigured genius known only as the “Opera Ghost.” Living in the shadows beneath the Paris Opera House, the Phantom secretly guides Christine’s voice to brilliance, but when her childhood love Raoul reenters her life, obsession turns to jealousy. As the Phantom’s dark desires escalate, Christine is forced to make an impossible choice. But in the depths of the opera house, nothing is ever quite as it seems….
Show timings for Phantom of the Opera may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
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Phantom of the Opera features some iconic numbers that have gained popularity over the years. This famous musical in London has stolen the hearts of audiences worldwide with songs like "The Music of the Night", "All I Ask of You", and "Think of Me".
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Opening in 1705 as Queen’s Theatre, His Majesty's Theatre was designed by John Vanbrugh. It was here that the performances of Mozart’s La clemenza di Tito, Così fan tutte and Don Giovanni unfolded for the first time in the early 19th century. Interestingly, the name of the theater changed along with the monarch. For instance, in 1714, it came to be known as the King’s Theatre when George I came into power. From the grand operas of the 18th century to today’s spectacular productions, this iconic venue has long been home to world-class entertainment. Its lavish Edwardian architecture and opulent interiors provide the perfect backdrop for the magic of live theatre. Since 1986, it has been the hauntingly beautiful home of Phantom of the Opera, captivating audiences with its sweeping romance and soaring melodies.
His Majesty's Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theater.
Address: Haymarket, St. James's, London SW1Y 4QL, UK
Tube: The nearest tube stations to the theatre are Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square.
Bus: 6, 12, 14, 19, 23, 38, 88, 94, 159 and, 453
Available facilities: Cloakrooms, bars, restrooms, merchandise kiosks, water stations
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, wheelchair spaces available, assistive listening devices, access performances, hearing assistance, accessible restrooms, audio description, Infra-Red audio enhancement system, access hosts, step-free access, sign language interpreters, guide dogs allowed
Q- How much do Phantom of the Opera tickets cost?
A- The cost of the tickets start from £31.25 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
Q- What age is the musical appropriate for?
A- The musical does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for children of 10 years and above. Children under 4 years of age will not be allowed. This show contains adult themes, strobe lighting, lighting effects, and gunshots.
Q- Where is Phantom of the Opera playing in London?
A- The musical is playing at His Majesty's Theatre in London.
Q- How long does the musical run for?
A- The running time of the musical is 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission(s).
Q- What is Phantom of the Opera about?
A- The musical follows the story of Christine Daaé, a young soprano caught in a dramatic love triangle with a mysterious musical genius haunting the Paris Opera House.
Q- What are the popular songs in the musical?
A- The musical has a range of delightful songs to enthral audiences. Listen to songs such as “The Music of the Night”, “All I Ask of You”, and “Think of Me”. You can find the Phantom of the Opera playlist here.
Q- Is Phantom of the Opera the longest-running musical in the West End?
A- No, but it’s incredibly close: Phantom is the second-longest-running musical in West End history (after Les Misérables) and remains in fifth place among all theatrical works.
Q- What inspired Andrew Lloyd Webber’s version of this musical?
A- His musical is based on Gaston Leroux’s 1910 gothic novel Le Fantôme de l’Opéra. Webber, alongside Charles Hart and Richard Stilgoe, adapted it after being inspired by Ken Hill’s 1976 stage version
Q- How many awards has the musical won?
A- A true award magnet, Phantom has earned 4 Olivier Awards (London) and 7 Tony Awards (including Best Musical), plus a Grammy, among over 70 major international accolades.
Q- What are some famous facts about the Phantom of the Opera musical?
A- Over 13,000 performances of the show have been staged in London as of its 35th anniversary. Each show uses 230 costumes, 281 candles, 250 kg of dry ice, and a chandelier with 6,000 beads weighing nearly one ton.
Q- Why is the chandelier crash so iconic?
A- Modelled on a real 1896 accident, the replica chandelier is 3 meters wide, weighs one ton, includes 6,000 beads, and its dramatic fall marks the end of Act I, an unforgettable West End moment.
Q- Does Phantom of the Opera have a film version?
A- Indeed, a major 2004 movie directed by Joel Schumacher starred Emmy Rossum, Gerard Butler, and Patrick Wilson, bringing the stage epic to the cinema.