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Phantom of the Opera marks forty years on stage
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Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera has reached its fortieth anniversary, prompting reflection on a show that has endured far longer than anyone expected. A Guardian feature looks back at the musical's remarkable run, with producer Cameron Mackintosh among those celebrating its staying power, as fans return again and again to hear its music performed live.
Why now: The landmark fortieth anniversary of one of theatre's longest-running shows has prompted retrospectives and celebration.
The Phantom of the OperaAndrew Lloyd WebberCameron MackintoshThe Guardian
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