The Phantom of the Opera Companion - Softcover

Knowlden, Martin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 186205763X ISBN 13: 9781862057630

Publisher: Pavilion, 2007

Synopsis

One of the most successful musicals of all time, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera” has been running for 20 years on Broadway and on London’s West End. It has dazzled more than 100 million people in 22 countries, and went on to become a major feature film. This pictorial companion is the definitive account of the award-winning masterpiece.  It traces the Phantom legend from its origins in historical fact through numerous artistic incarnations to the present-day theater production and film. Arranged in three parts, the first introduces the reader to Gaston Leroux’s classic story, while the second part offers a unique insight into the acclaimed theater production, with backstage photos and commentary from the director, designers, and crew. The final section, which contains the original screenplay, looks at the making of Joel Schumacher’s film, introducing the cast and featuring exclusive photos and interviews. A splendid celebration of  a classic story and its many incarnations. This ravishing volume features the complete original screenplay and more than 150 color images from both the film and theater productions worldwide. Now in an elegant and affordable smaller-format edition.

About this title

About the Author

Sir Lloyd Webber is the best-known writer and creator of musical theatre working today. His productions include The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Starlight Express, Evita and many more.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pavilion
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 186205763X
• ISBN 13: 9781862057630
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 150