The Phantom of the Opera

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"The Phantom of the Opera" is a beloved musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber that premiered in London in 1986 and has been running on Broadway since 1988. The story follows a young soprano, Christine Daaé, who becomes the obsession of a disfigured musical genius known as the Phantom. The Phantom, who lives beneath the Paris Opera House, teaches Christine to sing and uses his talents to help her rise to stardom, but his love for her turns into a dangerous obsession.

As Christine's career takes off, she becomes caught between the Phantom and her childhood friend and romantic interest, Raoul. The Phantom, desperate to win Christine's love, begins a reign of terror, sabotaging productions at the opera house and ultimately kidnapping Christine. Raoul and a group of opera workers mount a rescue mission to save her, leading to a final confrontation between the Phantom and Raoul.

The musical features memorable songs such as "The Music of the Night," "All I Ask of You," and "Masquerade," and is known for its lavish sets and costumes. It has become a cultural phenomenon, with productions staged all over the world and a film adaptation released in 2004.