The complete Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber1s 3The Phantom of the Opera2 is one of the most successful musicals of all time. Yet the story of the Phantom has been captivating audiences for more than 100 years. Webber1s version is based on the chilling yet heartrending novel by Gaston Leroux. Here is the lavishly illus., definitive account of this masterpiece, tracing the Phantom legend from its origins in historical fact, through numerous artistic incarnations, to the present. Shows the triumphant staging of the musical in London and on Broadway. Includes interviews with: director Hal Prince, designer Maria Bjornson; and castmembers Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman. Reveals the process of creating startling special effects. Superb archival illustrations!