He acted, sang and performed to utter perfection and left us in tears! If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. The show is still one of the best I've ever seen and it's amazing how long its been running. He portrays the Phantom as autistic, and he had all these mannerisms that I picked up on straight away. I do admit that the first 2 scenes I hadn't a clue what was going on, but after the Phantom makes his first appearance it makes sense. Front row, very close to the orchestra pit so not much legroom at all. Unfortunately, the audience seemed as badly behaved as ever at this show - one woman sat behind me was munching crisps during the first act, whilst a man sat behind me was translating the show for his friend. I give it 9/10 (only 9 because I had bad seats and could not enjoy the show to it's full extent). We sat in the Grand Circle D17 and D18 which is right in the middle. I loved the costumes and sets, the dramatic music and the lavishness of it all. It's typical that much of the show seemed to take place here - with very little on the alternative side of the stage - so, with that in mind I highly recommend sitting to the right hand side of the theatre if choosing. I'm 5.4 and I had no problem with the leg room and the stage wasn't very high so you could see everything even at the back of the stage. From here I could literally feel the vibrations of the music, especially the first dramatic bits when the chandelier rose up. Tracy (35), Simon (35) and son Chris (18) Phantom of the Opera, 14Apr2019, I wanted to watch the play so bad, I took a chance on the seat. Beware of their Best Available Seats offer. Normally 67! Melbourne is blessed with a wealth of theatres, from the grand old dames like the Princess Theatreto the kooky hidden gems like the Butterfly Club; no city in Australia can lay claim to as many in as good a condition as ours. _______________________________________________. We were pretty much underneath the chandelier so got to experience it firstly heading towards us from the stage then the thrill of it falling towards us from the ceiling. magic!!!! I loved the chandelier, although it was literally centimetres above our heads, some lady in the audience screamed and many of the audience gasped as it was unexpected. But it usually works as a traditional two-tiered bank of seats with a narrow causeway separating the sections. An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works To overcome the staging, surmises the monkey. Will Barret as Raoul, well, sorry but he's awful. Sloppy movement, limp voices, technical hitches - we had them all. However, make sure you see Celia Graham in the role of Christine rather than the dreadful Katie Knight-Adams. Very nice people! Gina Beck is a brilliant actress as is Simon Bailey and of course the much loved Ramin. I would definitely recommend this show. Couldnt have asked for a better first experience of The Phantom of the Opera. The atrocious stage framing of nude women being groped by demonic looking centaurs is entirely inappropriate for a show where children are allowed to sit in the audience, and was very distracting. _____________________. The theatre is beautiful and conveniently located. The legroom wasnt too bad ( I am 5 feet 5) and the seats were a standard size. I'm glad these relics haven't been updated, they certainly gave me a good laugh! But he has some much power and dynamics. the use of understudies. ________________________________________, September 2015. Some problem was occurring and the management were called and then more waiting followed and hovering in the eyeline edge continued. Enjoy amenities such as VIP entrance, parking, club access and more Need Help? Booked these seats having reviewed them on this website beforehand and would like to add my recommendation as I was very happy. ___________________________, Went to see Phantom on Saturday 23rd September 2006. I appreciate it is an operatic production, but when all the characters sang different lines at the same time it just came across as a cacophony of noise. Can order interval drinks from very well priced bar. A hideously deformed musician enjoys chasing a talented young lady singer around the stage. The whole cast were fantastic but this man is one to watch. Luckily the show we went to see was fab! _______________________. I want to see it again as soon as I can get ticket. I am 5' 11" tall and my knees where jammed against the seat in front. The young man sitting behind me (who was taller than me) spent the whole performance with his knees banging against the back of my seat! In spite of its size, the Olivier has a concentrated intimacy. As a lifestyle editor and frequent West End visitor I've even recommended your page to our readers :) . Pillar on the left that did block out some of the performance. They were definitely met. At least 30 people in the queue at 10am. Despite what theatremonkey says, to see the theatre sold out on a Monday night in July proves how good the show is. L. Kalberer, A few seconds and I'd gone from wondering if we'll make the last orders at the pub, to being totally enthralled. The Phantom was sung just as well or even better than Michael Crawford, and Celia played Christine very well - she sang with a voice that was as it is supposed to be, clear and clean. Don't miss it, or the Phantom' will appear inside your mind and haunt you till you get a ticket. The first thing to say is that our seats in the stalls, Row F were fabulous, made even better by the fact that the rows in front of us were filled by school children which helped provide a flawless view of the action. Que sera sera! __________________________________. Sitting anywhere else in this row, I would have had to change seats, as I physically wouldn't have been able to last the duration of the performance (34inch legs) Thankfully, the overwhelming performance and amazing view made me quickly forget about the leg room, but feel this should be mentioned when you buy the tickets. Yet he does bring an element of Opera to the role too. John Owen-Jones was playing the Phantom and I was so impressed by his range, acting and general musicality. Pretty central and close to the stage so you can really experience the show. Some of these seats however are only slightly restricted, and it is possible to sit in such a way that you have a great view of the stage at a heavily reduced price! How to find cheap and discount price tickets, Tips for First Time and Overseas Visitors, http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com/london, https://www.facebook.com/ThePhantomOfTheOpera, https://uk.thephantomoftheopera.com/day-tickets/, https://www.lovetheatre.com/theatremonkey. Seats are slightly uncomfortable, but legroom was good. Go and see it, if you're around and be sure you book good tickets to enhance the experience. This means that your view of the stage may be partially blocked. Our visit 9th June 2007 2.30pm performance. Fantastic. Why? Make the most of the situation and dont sweat the small stuff! I will be going back soon to see this wonderful show! Here's my review for stalls O4: This theatre is in need of a massive refurb. 8 Grand Circle K8 reviews at the Her Majesty's Theatre (His Majesty's Theatre) General 3.5/5 View 3/5 Comfort 1/5 Legroom 4.5/5 Slightly restricted view 50% Avoid if you're short 50% based on 2 reviews Average seat price * min max 58.75 48.8 43.75 *based on 16 bookings made through various agents' websites. Tickets were 10 pounds each, knew beforehand it would be restricted view. A hideously deformed musician enjoys chasing a talented young lady singer around the stage. She should have got the Phantom!!! Neither did they do anything to silence the couple behind us who were just carrying on a conversation during the show. __________________. In fact, the only positive to come from such an abysmal evening was Rachel Barrell as Christine. The stalls have an intimate seating arrangement with each row having a maximum of 35 seats. . During the second I saw Katie Hall. 16th November 2007 Theatremonkey show opinion. Blenheim, New Zealand. I was seated in row L seat 5 - totally great seats - at Her Majesty's Theatre. I left the theatre feeling like I'd just witnessed a show that was easy to see quite why it's been so successful, and I surprisingly had a new appreciation for much of the music - that, until Friday, wasn't particularly appealing to me. What a spectacle! I went to see this on Monday 5th January 2009, my first visit. Visited this theatre for the first time - last minute decision so the only seats available were in the back row of the stalls SEATS 1/2/3. This was the first time either of us had seen this. His Majesty's Theatre. *based on 10 bookings made through various agents' websites. read more. Looking to bag the best seats in the house? I had to head-bob most of the night. Over all, an excellent afternoon's entertainment, especially as we had only paid 33.00 for our seats as part of a group discount." ________________________________. Please remember that the musical was the original and the movie came after, the movie was slightly different from the show (the show being better). I was totally "involved" whilst watching this one, feeling exhilarated and frightened, then sentimental and even a little tearful at the end!! ), and Katie Knight-Adams looked beautiful and sounded wonderful as Christine. Brian McCann (named as swing on the website) donned the mask and was completely ill-prepared for the role. Im not normally a grouch! I wanted to see the stage show after I saw the 2004 film, (the best thing to do is to see the stage show then the film). I have seen this show many times now, including the original cast of Crawford and Brightman, and I have always sat in the Stalls or Dress. A Front of House man (who had been entertaining us with his witty banter earlier) raced to the row and told them to move back to their own seats but they didn't. I can't wait to see Love Never Dies! Ben Lewis was good, but perhaps not the strongest Phantom I've caught - but certainly one of the better ones. Prices below were compiled as booking originally opened. I was rather annoyed when a man came to the front of the Circle and told everyone to lean back. The lavish sets and spectrum of colours explode onto the stage, especially at the start of the second act, and capture your attention and your heart. I have the soundtrack of the original, but I must say, the present Phantom knocks spots of Michael Crawford. I never have a problem with legroom in the dress circle; I find the D/C my preferred place to sit in the theatre to the stalls. That's it really, one last thing - Scott Davies received a standing ovation when he came on to take his bow - this was the only standing ovation I've ever witnessed for this show, I think it was mainly for his own performance as opposed to the show as a whole. Stall standing is floor and is standing only. The head of the man in front of me obscured my view slightly and my partner (who is 6'4") found that the legroom was not sufficient for him and he was a bit uncomfortable and had to keep shifting in his seat. Special mention to Sofia Escobar who plays Christine Daae. __________________________________. I "didn't get" that the old guy bidding for the music box was actually Raoul and I think if ever I watched this again it would have more impact as I did enjoy the unusual opening to the show. ______________________________, Stalls F10:There's a good view of the whole of the stage even though the seat is nearer the end of the row. The Musical which brought the dress circle forward, making it a pretty good location if you want to take in the production's set. Purchased tickets for here for a show in July. The Regent is a wide space, too, so the sightline is fine even on the side ends. At that time you heard her voice only over the speakers and not coming from the stage as before (I was very close). Earl gives the best performance of The Phantom I have ever seen and heard. I took my mum and my boyfriend to see this show in October 2003, for my mum's 60th birthday. I'd recommend this seat, even for a first timer, as long as they are not a grump, and are a theatre fan who doesn't mind a really close view with a bit of a restriction. That said, I would recommend people to read the book first as, like so many eighties musicals, storyline does tend to take a backseat, with the main emphasis being on spectacle and so it can be just a bit difficult to work out. It was quite painful to see it in front of me. He has a strong voice and I think he will make a good Phantom in the future. Port Talbot Legroom was, of course, excellent in F1 and I thought very good in F2 bearing in mind my average height of 5'8''. This meant that most of the auction scene at the beginning was ruined and that is quite important in setting the scene and building atmosphere. The music is very enjoyable and much more familiar than I expected. If tickets are marked as an obstructed or limited view, the venue has determined that those seats do not have a full view of the stage, field, court, ice, etc. Sofia Escobar is a superb Christine, young and naive, and in fine voice. My cousin and I were in London for a special few days break and chose this show to see out of all those currently on as we loved the music (I have a copy of the original cast recording LP!). Which brings me to talk about the Phantom, Scott Davies. Also with the notes at the end she was too late opening and closing her lips. Shes currentlyhome to the biggest show Melbourne has seen in decades and judging bypast performances of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, that buzz electrifies every member of the audience no matter where theyre seated. You have been warned!!! Port Talbot, South Wales To return to the See Tickets 'incorrect information issue', I emailed them the next day outlining the problem I had encountered. I know this much, one day God willing, I shall be back in the second row again. They should have switched roles. As the climax approached I felt my eyes moisten and I was totally engrossed in the fine performances. The opera managers, monsieurs Andre and Firmin provide light comic relief throughout, as well as being key to the storyline. Try another? I sat in the Upper Circle's B36, which is priced at 21 due to its very restricted view. As for the showI've seen it three times now and I've never been disappointed yet. Thank you all very much for a fantastic night out. 1 of 3 His Majesty's Theatre Seating Map Download HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE SEATING MAP Downstairs at The Maj Seating Map Download DOWNSTAIRS AT THE MAJ SEATING MAP DC Bar Seating Map Download DC BAR SEATING MAP Other pages in Your Visit: History Needless to say when we see this production again Mr. Owen-Jones has a lot of convincing to do. Also from the grand circle you get a great view of the chandelier rising ad when the Phantom is up above the arch. ________________________. I can't believe she is hired for this job. The production was inspiring as always; I could never tire of seeing it. The latecomers were held back our side, and then began lots of standing by Ushers in the middle of the aisle waiting to place the theatregoers. We did, and this vision in baggy shorts, spikey hair and sunglasses was The Phantom!!! Grand Circle section Left B row 28 seat AmitTheatre Her Majesty's Theatre The Phantom Of The Opera l think this is a great performance, I would have to disagree with the monkey saying it was ''lame.'' Also, I am not a huge fan of Charles Hart's lyrics and the way words are sometimes crammed into songs, whether they fit or not (and quite often they don't rhyme which bugs me!) The illusions in the show are great and they get better as the show goes on. Legroom is a bit tight in these seats but it didn't detract from my enjoyment. Stalls F16 and F17: After providing them with the booking reference number on the ticket, I have the money back in my account, and was actually amazed at their ability to help me out (after being so notoriously bad!) It was worth the money. Simon Bailey was Raoul, and he was really good considering the part he plays makes him look like a wuss. They were dead centre, we had not a single obstruction and could see every aspect of the production perfectly. ____________________________, I was disappointed when I found out the main actor would not be playing the phantom. - and would recommend anyone to see it All rights reserved. Vol. My wife and I were very much looking forward to seeing John Owen-Jones as Phantom, after recently seeing his superb Valjean. I think all the seats in the stalls at both sides at the back will be the same. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Is the Director's Box upgrade worth getting for pre-show and the interval? Phantom and Christine were unconvincing and overworked, while Raoul fell into the usual trap of being a charisma vacuum. John did not let the audience down once - he is faultless, and I feel so lucky to have seen him play the part. The cast were fantastic and the show certainly lived up to our expectations, so much so that we may go back again this Christmas for my birthday! Maybe I will get a chance now the tour has announced Katie Hall as Christine and John Owen Jones to share the role of Phantom with Earl Carpenter. The seats are so close together I was basically cuddling strangers, and there was absolutely no room for anyone to walk past you down the row, forcing everyone to have to stand up and get out of their seat any time someone needed to get by. They've got it right in so much as the seats get less expensive as you move toward the wall, but the seats on the aisle and adjacent to that should also be reduced. All the cast is friendly and gives out autographs and takes photos. Anyway, yes I loved it. ____________________________, 9th July 2011. The show was appalling. ________________________, I was on holiday with my family all the way from Brisbane Australia and me and my sister went to see "Phantom of the Opera". Needless to say, in the end an ineffably wet aristocrat gets the girl and the deformed freak vanishes. 1st floor is mostly seating and is the upper level. It was made in the 80's.and it shows. Thanks for subscribing! I felt like a little kid even though I am 56 years old!! The only moan I have is that sound wasn't loud, so you missed parts of the singing, and the final lair boat scene, I missed parts of that. THE C AMBRIDGE HISTORY OF I R EL AND The eighteenth and nineteenth centuries were an era of continuity as well as change. The overhang from the circle also restricted some of the performance that was above the stage resulting in only feet being seen. Two friends and I went to the matinee performance of 'Phantom' on the 18th January 2011. You do the entire show a disservice and are clearly not understanding the subtle symbolism of this 'sentimental melodrama'! Premium seats are the 91.40 tickets, yet the cheapest ones in this section, the . Can't wait to go back and see it again. anonymous Nov 8, 2022. We had Stalls G 1 and 2. Which seats I should ask for the best view Are you allowed to take outside food & drink into the venue? Went to see The Jersey Boys on Wednesday 8th Feb at His Majesty's Aberdeen. Yes- the show had an amazing and powerful setbut if you can't see itwhat's the point? They tend to get in the way, wherever you sit. Having seen Katie in the 25th anniversary concert of Les Miserables, I knew she had a good voice, but had no IDEA just how powerful it really was since the part of Christine in Phantom is way more demanding than that of Cosette in Les Mis! I saw Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre around New Year's and it was amazing. I saw Phantom of the Opera on 12th July 2012 with a friend. __________________, I was visiting London from the US July 25 2005, and luckily procured fantastic tickets for Phantom of the Opera. There is no allocated seating, either, so there is often a bit of a wild stampede for good seats as soon as the curtain parts. Having loved the interpretation of the movie, I thought I should see the stage play, and I thought it was amazing! I LOVED IT!!! We'll probably revisit next year if the kids demand!! The problem is that I've heard them performed much better elsewhere. ______________________________, Here I go with my review of my seating for 'Phantom of the Opera' on Thursday 12th July 2012. While some seats cost 144.50 each, there will be 15,000 tickets at 15 for key workers, under 30s and those receiving jobseeker's allowance or other benefits, plus 15,000 free tickets for. This is the third time I've seen POTO, and each time the ending keeps the relentless pace, and the huge contrast of feelings - sensational! _____________________, I went to see 'The Phantom of the Opera' on the 10th April 2009 with a friend and we were sat in the stalls row F19 and 20. I saw 'Phantom of the Opera' on the 23rd July 2008 at the evening performance. We knew the night before via Twitter that John Owen-Jones would not be the Phantom due to illness but knew that we would be in safe hands with Scott Davies as the understudy. Reviewed June 8, 2019 Purchased last minute $65 restricted view seats (A31 and B33 - directly behind each other) for a return visit to Muriel's Wedding. Although, perhaps not the strongest Phantom vocally, Scott provided his audience with a performance that was powerful and innovative. _____________________________________________. Karen. Earl Carpenter in the lead was very good indeed though not in the same league as Crawford who we had seen on two occasions. The main things to be mindful of at fortyfivedownstairs are the structural poles that keep up the four levels of building above. Andy B In reality she is, but a little research told me she played Christine from September 2004 to October 2006 and received very good reviews, so hardly an understudy! The music and pure voices bring a lump to your throat and the way that the sets change around to create the different scenes is amazing. We were in row P which was just under the Dress Circle but in the middle, the only bit we missed was the chandelier going higher up than we could see; but we saw the Phantom on the top of the building. I was so far away from the stage that I felt like I couldn't be further away from the action. The story is amazing as ever and the new cast (different from the last time) was just as good if not better. Being on the front row, we were able to look down in the pit and thank the musicians in person at the end - WOW were they good and deserve appreciation! Enter the email address you signed up with and we'll email you a reset link. She has the kind of voice that you would never get tired of listening to. This highly-touted and virtually iconic show is, in realitya bit clunky, dated and simply not all that great. Get your tickets soon (although I think as it's been on so long, it won't be ending anytime soon and I can see why). Revel in the haunting beauty of Paris Opera House in Andrew Lloyd Webber's world-famous musical at Her Majesty's Theatre. I am already planning another visit to the show, I know it won't happen, but hope the phantom gets the girl next time! Ramin Karimloo played the Phantom. You have to accept "Phantom" as a period piece and one of the last glittering relics of the golden age of London Theatre which the 1980's undoubtedly were. Al Queenanalqueenan@yahoo.com. Rachel Barrell as Christine sung with considerable volume (but see below) and was the best of the cast. After this scene the unmistakeable unique theme music begins, the sound in the theatre was amazing, better than any cinema. In its heyday Her Majesty's Theatre was considered Australia's finest theatre, and after an extensive restoration it has been returned to its world-class status and is as beautiful as ever. However Ramin was very moving in 'Music of the Night' and his acting was the best I've ever seen. This is very important to remember for the rest of the show. The cast was excellent, and the Phantom's performance was quite impressive and emotional. Maximum 2 per person, first come, first served. Premium seats we laughed out loud because that summed up perfectly our experience at Her Majestys Theatre. The costumes, especially the lavish "Red Death". 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