He is without a doubt, in the top 10. The putative lovers are the Paris Opera House phantom (Mr. Crawford) and a chorus singer named Christine Daae (Sarah Brightman). Add your comments here! Phantom is played by Josh Piterman (a former Phantom in London's 2019 production) unearths a vocal range from a murmur to commanding crescendo. Rob Guest. "Study Pictures For Condition, Actual Item For Sale, NO Stock Photos Used, Any Damage Will Be ". Gerard, really?!? Several unexplainable deaths had been attributed to this spectre, and backstage gossip only fuelled the story. I nust say you cannot understand how good a job they did until you see another performer do this role as i did when Anthony Crivello was out sick. Book your tickets today! I finally got to see it in Broadway and his performance blew me away. Since The Phantom of the Opera premiered in 1986, the musical continues to wow West End audiences with its tale of dark romance, jealousy . He introduces the new managers, Andr and Firmin. Gerard Carriere: She's married to the new manager. Fourth in our list is John-Owen Jones, who was chosen to play the Phantom in the West End in 2001. Erik (born November 18, 1880), known as The Phantom of the Opera, is the titular character that is derived from the 1910 novel written by the late Gaston Leroux, entitled Le Fantme de l'Opra (The Phantom of the Opera). Gerard was never even musically trained and still sounds better then just about everybody who is giving him crap. Winner of 70 major theatre awards including two Olivier Awards, Opera Australia today confirmed Cameron Ma c kintosh's critically acclaimed new production of Boublil and Schnberg's Miss Saigon will premiere at the Sydney Opera House in August 2023.. Kellie Dickerson was the show's musical director at the time. Gerard butler should not be on there. It was announced in October 2006 that Phantom would re-open in Melbourne the following year and that Warlow had agreed to reprise his role as "The Phantom". flag. As Christine and the cast take their bows, the chandelier crashes down from the ceiling. Material includes themes of violence and horror, and depiction of hanging. A Brief History of Opera Music amp Spectacle Gentleman s. opera History amp Facts Britannica. Now in its 30th record-breaking year, The Phantom of the Opera continues to captivate audiences at Her Majestys Theatre in Londons West End, after more than 11,000 performances.Andrew Lloyd Webbers mesmerizing score along with jaw-dropping scenery and breathtaking special effects, magically combine to bring this tragic love story to life each night. Carlotta storms out, leaving the new production without a star. Earl Carpenter played the Phantom at Her Majestys until 17th March 2012 and continued in the role on the UK tour of the show. He returned to the performance circuit in the second half of 1993 with a national concert tour for the launch of his Back in the Swing album. Although he was the first Phantom Ive seen, I dont think that he did the character justice. After closing in Sydney on 14 September, the production moved to Auckland, New Zealand and following a holiday break, subsequently opened in Perth in February 2009. JOJ is the number one and Crawford should not be in the Top ten, hes the worst phantom ever! He has been honoured as an Australian National Treasure His portrayal of the Phantom is vocally powerful, but thats the only positive. He puts so much emotion into that role, as they say, Im surprised he has any left after each show. 3.96 avg rating 225,838 ratings. Center Orchestra - centre rows (B-J) and middle seats. Bert Newton was brought in as his replacement in Wicked, six weeks following his death. Not a personal fan of Crawford, though he does have my respect for creating the role, he was far from being in my top 10. Dont hate. Warlow has performed on Broadway, the West End, Carnegie Hall and across Australia with all of the symphony orchestras. Was the Phantom in the San Francisco cast for its entire runat one point, he was the longest running Phantom and one of the best. Alla uppsttningar av musikalen har gtt fr fulla hus. I agree with Gerard Butler as #3 because, even though his voice is not technically the best, his acting was superb tragic, sensual, charismatic. This was followed by the successes of the 1980s. Anthony Warlow AM (born 18 November 1961) is an Australian musical theatre performer, noted for his character acting and considerable vocal range.He is a classically trained lyric baritone and made his debut with the Australian Opera in 1980.. Warlow has performed on Broadway, the West End, Carnegie Hall and across Australia with all of the symphony orchestras. Im just glad to see my favorite Phantom of all time up there. He was already cast as Jean Valjean in Les Miserable and so could not open the play on the West End. It was the first in British musical history to enter the charts at Number One, and has been certified four times Platinum in the US and three times Platinum in the UK. 1995: Matthew Broderick . 1988: Michael Crawford - The Phantom of the Opera as The Phantom of the Opera. The Phantom of the Opera opened at Melbourne's Princess Theatre on 28 July 2007, then at Brisbane's Lyric Theatre in February 2008 followed by Sydney's Lyric Theatre in May 2008. With hundreds of actors, including understudies, playing the lead role of the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webbers The Phantom of the Opera in its many productions around the world, it is a hard task to choose the top ten talented men who have stepped behind the mask to portray the enigmatic musical genius. When he is on stage you cant help but to give him all of your focus. The production will now open at the Sydney Opera House in August 2022 and Arts Centre Melbourne in October 2022. Under the stars, on a floating stage with the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city skyline glittering in the background, this musical extravaganza is . In July 2015, he was playing Charles Frohman/James Hook in Finding Neverland on Broadway. Erik The Phantom of the Opera: She can't sing! The original 1925 silent film version of The Phantom of the Opera is the most famous version of the Gaston Leroux story of the disfigured and deranged Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House. Cameron Mackintosh Butler was praised for his role as the iconic masked musician and it brought him recognition in the world of film. Christine is kidnapped by the masked phantom; he tells her his name is Erik and reveals her love for her. **With the infamous unmasking where John Owen Johns begins screaming profanities**. Audition and performance merge and, from the managers box, the young Raoul, patron of the Opera House, voices his enthusiasm for the new star. Michaels POTOs cd, not Anthony! Opera Australia in association with The Really Useful Group, will present Cameron . His anger dissolves into self-pity and Christine feels herself almost reciprocating his affection. His voice isnt classically trained but lets not forget this is a musical and NOT an opera and when Webber was casting he wanted a Phantom with no classical training. I put Anthony Crivello at number one since it was his performance that made me the Phan I am today in addition to that of all the ones I have seen, he is the most believable in that role. But I definitely agree Hugh Panaro should be on the list! What about the best of them all the late Rob Guest. Ra-Min! "We are sad to confirm . Why has JOJ been left out and hes much better than Gerry Butler. State Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne The original production also premiered in Australia to critical acclaim in 1995 and returned in 2007. And, I wouldnt say his singing was bad, it just wasnt classically trained as everybody expected it to be. Our Sydney team can do some amazing things and that was on display with one of their recent jobs for The Phantom of the Opera. Opera Australia today announced the cast who will bring Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera to Sydney Harbour in a new show-stopping, outdoor extravaganza.. One of the longest-running . If money were no matter. I dont think this list is fair and objective. Wondeful job to all the Phantoms on the list, especially my dear favorites ranked #1 and #2. Warlow also played the part on the two-year tour of the show which visited Brisbane, Sydney, Perth and Adelaide, as well as New Zealand. brad little should be in. The Phantom of the Opera was born. Awakening. The all-singing, all-dancing Cats (1981) was performed continuously for 21 years in London and 18 years on Broadway. Il drumming un'opera d'arte, il lavoro del bassista la fotografia in bianco e nero di come la semplicit debba tornare ad appropriarsi della musica e lui lo fa benissimo. Hugh Panaro should be on this list. Why are these songs so well known? Venue. If you are looking for a phenomenal story, incredible cinematography, lavish costumes, superb acting, and all the elements from Phantom of the Opera that you've ever wanted to see wrapped up in imaginative, risk-taking dialog, see this one. At an auction of opera memorabilia at the Paris Opera House, an old man, Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny, bids for a strange musical box which seems to hold for him some special memory. The Phantom emerges from his hiding place, where he has heard everything, and vows vengeance. Scott Davies should be on the top 10 list, as should Mark Mckerracher. Though I do agree with the majority of this list, I dont think Gerard Butler really deserved a place on it; you cant compare him to other greats that have taken the stage, its not fair to him or the other Phantoms. Shamed by his physical appearance and feared by all, the love he holds for his beautiful protge Christine Daa is so strong that even her heart cannot resist.The musical opened at Her Majestys Theatre on 9 October 1986 with Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman in the leading roles, and there have been dozens of productions worldwide since then. Together, they promise to elevate the shows defining moments the mirror, the journey to the Phantoms lair, the chandelier to a whole new level of spectacle that makes the most of the shimmering harbour location and our enormous purpose-built stage over the water. They had two children, but separated in 2001. Ramin is my personal favourite, but I love Michael Crawford too. Hit after hit punctuates the thrilling score, from the stunning romance of Music of the Night, Think of Me and All I Ask of You to the splendid Masquerade and brilliant title song. Ramin went on to originate the part of the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webbers sequel Love Never Dies which premiered at the Adelphi Theatre in 2010. He needs to mature more. Its packed with songs famous the whole world over, including The Phantoms seductive solo 'The Music of the Night', Christine and Raouls 'All I Ask of You', 'Masquerade' and the title song, with its thundering chromatic chords. I threw up in my mouth a little when I saw Gerry Butler ranked over JOJ. You can get rid off Ramin Karimloo, he should never have been cast in the role, and John Owen Jones, he was a good Jean Valjean in the early days late 90s, but over time became complacent and stale. Guest moved to Australia after he was cast as Jean Valjean in the Australian production of Les Misrables, following Normie Rowe's portrayal, and spent three-and-a-half years touring Australia and New Zealand in the role; Guest also received a Green Room Award for Best Male Performer in a Leading Role. After an open-air version rocked Sydney as Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, Phantom of the Opera has now found its way into the iconic bowels of the Sydney Opera House for a season that'll play until October 16. Born in London in 1948, Lloyd Webber has written many of the worlds most successful musicals. What was he thinking?.. Hands down.absolutely. Why is Gerard Butler even on this list? but the fans of Ramin cant agree with that. I think the reason they probably posted Gerard Butler up there, is that Im sure his role in the 2004 movie peaked a lot of interest in PotO in people that didnt already have interest in it. In the underground lair, Christine confronts The Phantom: his true disfigurement lies not in his face but in his soul. Video Clips. Christine Daa, a talented young singer, after being discovered by the known playboy Comte Philippe de Chagny, is sent to the Paris Opera House by her new patron to be classically trained. Warlow performed "Advance Australia Fair" at the 1993 NSWRL Grand Final on 26 September 1993 and at the 2008 NRL Grand Final on 5 October 2008. Even the description for Butler you guys put for him describes why he shouldnt be on this list. Between 2 August 2006 and 2 June 2007, Warlow appeared in the Opera Australia production of The Pirates of Penzance (a popular Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera), in which he played the role of the "Pirate King" with performances during 2006 in Sydney, New South Wales (at the Sydney Opera House), in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory and in Brisbane, Queensland (at the Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre), as well as enjoying full houses in Melbourne, Victoria in 2007. Cieran Sheehan should have been #2 behind Michael Crawford. It . Its "bigger and better than ever before" ( Yorkshire Post ), "stunning, intense and spectacular" (Sunday Express). he is precise on the words when singing with lots of emotion. La voce, poi, sembra il connubio perfetto tra due fuoriclasse come Rachel Goswell e Krissy Vanderwoude: la poesia del canto la coperta di lana merinos che sa . The only work Colm did before Michael was the demos of the songs at Andrew Lloyd Webbers little theater. [1], In 1993 Guest received the Benny Award from the Variety Artists Club of New Zealand Inc, the highest honour available to a New Zealand variety entertainer.[3]. On the evening of 30 September 2008, Guest was taken to St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, after suffering a stroke. In a feverish three months, often scribbling down images from his nightmares, he completed what would be his most memorable work. The last stop on the tour was Adelaide where Warlow donned the mask for the final time on 23 May 2009. Hes known for his versatility from the rocknroll of Jesus Christ Superstar to the operatic-inspired The Phantom of the Opera and irresistible melodies. I would have loved to have seen John Cudia and Hugh Panero on this list. John Owen-Jones. Plus, you get to hear real opera beautifully sung throughout the film. Im glad that someone mentioned Jeff Hyslop, from the original Canadian Touring Production. In a press interview in Brisbane, Warlow said that he had deliberately based his Pirate King on Johnny Depp's character from Pirates of the Caribbean so that people who may not know the opera but are aware of the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy of movies could enjoy the opera more. Michael Crawford was, well, enthralling. Anyone out there agree? Cats record runs were only broken by Lloyd Webbers own production The Phantom of the Opera (1986). I saw him around 10 times (i know, not very impressive) during his tenure in Vegas, I even saw him in the last week he played the Phantom (yes, he was worth it) and he brought tears to my my eyes every single time during the All I ask of you reprise. 1. He is teaching her so that she can sing his music. I agree that Michael and Ramin deserved #1 and #2. 1998 A Chinese version of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical The Phantom of the Opera will be staged at Tianqiao Performing Arts Center in Beijing this October. Really?! Michael, JOJ, Peter Karrie, Anthony Warlow and Earl Carpenter all definitely belong there. After performing his hit songs all around the world, Guest won the 1978 Korean Song Festival Best Male Vocalist trophy, recorded a special for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, and was voted the 1979 New Zealand 'Professional Performer of the Year'. Overseen by Cameron Mackintosh and Matthew Bourne, the eye-poppingly innovative (Australian Financial Review) new staging includes many special effects, from the famous chandelier to the underground lake, and a large cast and orchestra. [11] The Sue Natrass Award, won by Isabelle Stadler in 2014 for a member of a musical theatre technical team. Unfortunately, her point of contact, the manager, Grard Carrire, has just been fired. Recipients of the endowment have been Danielle Matthews (2009), Francine Cain (2010), Blake Bowden (2011), Glen Hill (2012), Samantha Leigh Dodemaide (2013) and Josh Robson (2014). And in Christine Daae, he's found his angel of music: the young woman he would make a star. Books that have to do with our beloved Phantom. The macabre story is based on French author Gaston Leroux's novel Le Fantme de l'opra (1910). Its just to bad his run was so limited. Right alongside with Michael Crawford. What kind of horror are you leaving me in? This is the first film version to avoid showing the Phantom's unmasked face. Please come prepared so that you are as comfortable as possible, and ready to . Her theatrical debut was at the age of thirteen in I and Albert at the Piccadilly Theatre.Subsequently she joined Hot Gossip, steering them to the top of the charts with her record "I Lost My Heart To A Starship Trooper". For my money, the incredible Davis Gaines deserved to be near the top of the list. Colm Wilkinson definitely deserved a top three spot, but I am SO happy to see you put Ramin up there in second he deserves it!! The Phantom of the Opera haunts the catacombs beneath the Paris Opera House. Gerard, not even a school boy singer. His singing actually makes my heart ache at the sad parts. Christine Daae's last name is mispelled on one of the posters for the production of "Faust" inside the opera house. [1], Warlow performed in Jekyll & Hyde in October 2019 with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at the Arts Centre Melbourne and November in Sydney at the ICC Sydney Theatre with the Sydney International Orchestra. I give him the benefit that his acting was pretty good, and that he gave international awareness to the musical, but really not top 10 material. The singers have immense difficulty learning thedissonant score, but their task is mysteriously facilitated when the piano magically takes over and the singers, mesmerised, begin to perform flawlessly. [2] Guest then followed Anthony Warlow in the title role in The Phantom of the Opera from December 1991 to September 1998. really hoped John Cudia would be on this list as like #3 (hes one of my favourites!) If hundereds of actors have played the role, how many do you need to see to be even mildly qualified to pass judgement? The most recent Phantom on our list, Killian, like several of his forebearers, first played the role of Raoul in the West End production, joining the cast in 2011. It is an incredible delight for Amy to reprise this role back home in Australia at the iconic Sydney Opera House and Arts Centre Melbourne. LeFvre, manager of the Opera House, arrives and explains to the company that he is retiring. Just across the harbour, the Sydney Opera House has water flowing underneath, which is used to power heating and air-conditioning. The Phantom of the Opera r en av de strsta musikalsuccerna i vrlden. Christine Daa, a talented young singer, after being discovered by the known playboy Comte Philippe de Chagny, is sent to the Paris Opera House by her new patron to be classically trained. All Votes Add Books To This List. In 1981 Guest moved to the United States with his first wife, Lynette Perry, where he spent most of the 1980s performing and hosting shows in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Reno, Nevada and Lake Tahoe. In recognition of Guest's achievements in the musical theatre industry, ANZ Trustees established a memorial fund in his honour to help emerging young performers in musical theatre. Geronimo Rauch and Hugh Panaro deserve to be on this list, Gerard Butler needs to be kicked off. And my guess the reason you hear the recording from Michael Crawford is that was the only recording at the time the play opened. The Phantom of the Opera (Lloyd Webber/Hart) Australian Production (1990) Musical Numbers. You listed Anthony Crivello as number ten! Anthony Warlow AM (born 18 November 1961) is an Australian musical theatre performer, noted for his character acting and considerable vocal range. Erik The Phantom of the Opera: Well, someone should tell her. This is audio from a 1995 tour production of The Phantom of the Opera. He appears in the wings during the Il Muto ballet, disguised as a stagehand, and puts a noose around Buquets to hang him. I agree with Dottie V the best phantom is Dave Willetts his voice his acting and interpretation,are brilliant Crawfords voice was not up to it and G Butler should never have got on the big screen as the phantom. Everyone has received notes from The Phantom. I wonder where they are getting these figures from. His voice and portrayal of Phantom through his voice and acting was brilliant. Ive only seen the 2004 movie and the Royal Albert Hall performance. News arrives of Christines return, but the managers assure Carlotta that no heed will be paid to The Phantoms demands. Presumed dead, he in fact lives still, somewhere in the Opera House. Im glad to see my favorite, Earl Carpenter, but there are a lot of gaps (where are Brad Little and Hugh Panaro, just to name two?). I heard an interview with a woman who has attended 135 and that was two years before Phantom closed in LA. Buy tickets for Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour - Madama Butterfly from Ticketmaster AU. Warlow's Gilbert and Sullivan roles for Opera Australia include the featured comedic role of Ko-Ko in The Mikado (20042009), Archibald Grosvenor in Patience (1996), Pirate King in The Pirates of Penzance (200620072010) and in the 2005 double-bill of Trial by Jury (as the Learned Judge) and H.M.S. I must say none of the other performers have anything on Anthony Crivello. Dave Willetts who took over not long after Michael Crawford in London was the best phantom ever. It is The Phantom, the teacher whom she has never seen her Angel of Music. Mid 1993, The Phantom of the Opera (Lloyd Webber/Hart). What is the English language plot outline for The Phantom of the Opera (1990)? I just think that some actors not deserve the ranking. In the early 1900s, during one of his frequent visits to the Paris Opera House, journalist and novelist Gaston Leroux began to hear rumours of a ghost that haunted the old building. The Phantom has returned. Sarah Brightman was born in 1960. Michael was the first Phantom. Raoul appears and The Phantom traps him. But Mr. Crawford's moving portrayal of the hero notwithstanding . MAC Cosmetics. Which, I think is a good thing. Hes gorgeous , hes an amazing singer and , he just IS the phantom! Its not as operatic. I'll kill them both. I love him so awesome! But The Phantom is still much in evidence. Gerard Butler may not have the greatest singing voice out of anybody who has portrayed the phantom, but I believe that his voice brought a darkness to the story. Michael Crawford, THE BEST is rightly #1. I dont think that Gerry deserved #3. It remains as visually ravishing as ever (The Age), and cannot fail to impress (Time Out).
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