Sarah Brightman "PHANTOM OF THE OPERA" Andrew Lloyd Webber 1987 London Photo

Description: This is a beautiful glossy press photograph of SARAH BRIGHTMAN in a scene from the Original West End production and WORLD PREMIERE engagement of the landmark ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER musical "THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA" at Her Majesty's Theatre in London. (The production opened October 9th, 1986 and is still playing to packed houses having celebrated its 30th Anniversary in October 2016. It is the second longest-running musical in the history of London Theatre, behind only Les Miserables.) ..... The musical starred MICHAEL CRAWFORD in the title role, SARAH BRIGHTMAN as "Christine Daae" and STEVE BARTON as "Raoul" and featured JOHN SAVIDENT, ROSEMARY ASHE, DAVID FIRTH, MARY MILLAR, JOHN ARON and CLAIRE MOORE ..... Side note: On January 9th, 2006, The Phantom of the Opera became the longest-running musical in Broadway history, surpassing the previous record held by Cats. The Phantom of the Opera, which was honored with seven 1988 Tony Awards including "Best Musical", is still playing at New York's Majestic Theatre ..... CREDITS: Music by ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER ("Jesus Christ Superstar", "Evita", "Cats", "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "Song and Dance", "Starlight Express", "The Phantom of the Opera", "Aspects of Love", "By Jeeves", "Sunset Boulevard", "School of Rock"); Book by ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER and RICHARD STILGOE based on the novel by GASTON LEROUX; Lyrics by CHARLES HART; Additional Lyrics by RICHARD STILGOE; Sets and Costumes designed by MARIA BJORNSON; Choreographed by GILLIAN LYNNE; Directed by HAROLD PRINCE; Produced by CAMERON MACKINTOSH and THE REALLY USEFUL THEATRE COMPANY ..... DETAILS: This glossy press photo measures 11" X 8" inches, is from the "Houston Chronicle" newspaper archives and includes a caption strip (stamped June 15, 1987) as well as a clipped newspaper photo on the backside ..... CONDITION: With the exception of light edge wear, this rare photograph is in excellent condition and will make a wonderful addition to the collection of any musical theatre aficionado or historian. This item will be carefully packaged in a protective sleeve and backed by stiff cardboard.

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