The size and space of the seats is uncomfortable enough to start with, but the added discomfort of the heat made for a very unpleasant and painful experience. So what it the emotion is overblown? Phantom Phans I would love to hear from you! I would recommend row D and above. Grand circle may be better for these reasons than the rear of the stalls or dress circle where this action might be missed. I recently went to see 'The Phantom of the Opera' and thought it was excellent! l think this is a great performance, I would have to disagree with the monkey saying it was ''lame.'' Opera is an extremely symbolised art form and Phantom manages to capture it's darkness and romanticism beautifully. Stalls, C12: Not a bad seat, actually. The venues unpredictability is a large part of its charm. "Stalls E33 and 34 (34 being an aisle seat): Great seats with nothing in front, so unlimited leg room. Oliver Thornton (Raoul) isn't the best in the cast but then again isn't the worst, his voice is pretty good and his acting is acceptable, but Earl outshines them all. I saw"Phantom" on the 31st of May 2003 for the second time. Sarah, anonymous Nov 8, 2022. Ramin Karimloo made a wonderful 'Phantom', Gina Beck an amazing 'Christine' (what a voice! ____________________________, I would just like to add my review of a most wonderful and exhilarating performance of 'Phantom' (9th June 2007). The only point from Theatre Monkey's review that I do agree with is that Christine should definitely have got the Phantom!! I've seen it numerous times and I particularly wanted to see it this time as John Owen Jones is ending his reign at the end of January 2016. These make lots of difference to the quality of viewing! When the actors sang on stage is sometimes was hard to hear, and when the actors sang off stage or a recording was playing it was much louder, so they either make the sound louder when the onstage or quieter when they are off. I have ended up with bruises on my knees due to no leg room at all very disheartening due to paying 60 for tickets. A line from one of the songs goes "Half the cast aren't here, but still the audience cheer" The same could be said of this performance r.e. More legroom than I expected (still not much, but couldve been worse). Almost central, four rows from the front, right under the chandelier and with plenty of legroom for my 6ft 2ins frame. I wish this cast all the best for the rest of their contract, and I hope to see it again soon. I couldn't see the chandelier rise all the way up to the ceiling due to the next level overhanging, but of the stage it was very good. All my friends are annoyed about me keeping going on about it and how they should see it . I've come away from some musicals raving about the likes of Kerry Ellis and Laura Michelle Kelly, but I'm none the wiser about the three leads in Phantom, and to be honest have no interest in looking up their bio's. Thankfully British queue etiquette prevailed and we were allowed in first. For a slightly loftier night, those first rows of the circle are grand too. She has the kind of voice that you would never get tired of listening to. Good meal, and good seats (A24 and A25, front row of Dress Circle.) The seats were quite good, offered great value for money. Not dreadful but certainly not worth 25 in any way shape or form. In placing before the reader this unabridged translation of Adolf Hitler's book, Mein Kampf, I feel it my duty to call attention to certain historical facts which must be borne in mind if the reader would form a fair judgment of what is written in this extraordinary work. It is advised to avoid row B as the seats are very uncomfortable and whilst B10-12 seats are sold very cheaply and can be seen as a bargain it is worth knowing that the conductor obstructs the view. With a seating capacity of 1,670 across three levels, it is the eighth largest theatre in London and has often been used to premiere new musicals before they transfer to the West End. The musical itself was fantastic. Kleenex was my friend that day. The staff member who checked our tickets told her co worker that she was, and I quote, "f@#king wasted last weekend" not the sort of language you expect! I may only be 13 but I've seen 14 West End shows and Phantom Of The Opera is the best out of them all. ___________________, Firstly, I would like to thank the Theatremonkey's frequent updates of special offers, which is where I searched for a fabulous offer to see "The Phantom of the Opera". So great to be so close to the actors but not too close that any actor was blocked. The bar only obstructed the view of the orchestra pit which was hardly a problem. She had the voice of a goddess. It was quite incredible, and at the same time pathetic, to see the Phantom assiduously wringing every possible drop of emotion out of, well, pretty much every line he was given. It is dragging the West End back. Coming after the last of the most belated romanticists, untouched by the fever for the theatre, a realist with great imagination, both a classicist and a romanticist, he led music back in her proper channels by showing that a phenomenal sense of form and a mastery of polyphony second only to Bach are not incompatible with progress, with the . In fact, I think it's far preferable to have a ledge/bar below the view of the stage, than be behind a row of people who could be more of an obstruction. The only "problem" is that you're so close that you have to decide where to look when a lot is happening at once as you can't see everything at the same time. We did, and this vision in baggy shorts, spikey hair and sunglasses was The Phantom!!! Having booked these seats relatively cheaply during Kids Week (summer promotion - editor) I was very happy to then read previous Theatre Monkey reviewers giving them the thumbs up . I enjoyed it, even though the Monkeys review was going through my mind as I watched! Not only this but the heat in our seats was intolerable. ), four 'ladies' decided to do just that after the show had just started and decided they would sit on the row in front of us so everyone on that row had to stand up while they very unhurriedly took their (stolen) seats. In my opinion, he is well worthy of it. The Merlyns worst seats are really not that bad, and certainly shouldnt put you off if theyre the last ones left. Theatremonkey is an Affiliate Member of STAR. And no matter how creepy Ramin Karimloo's 'Phantom' can be, his singing is beautiful and will blow you away. It is, in a word, spectacular, by which I mean that it is all spectacle. 2nd in line, and I got 030 in Stalls for 25 - way under Balcony missing a few of the stuff like Phantom on a set-piece high and the chandelier going up. Notable strong points of the production include consistently strong leads, an engaging plot and characters that the audience can empathise with. Luckily the show we went to see was fab! But always, he's full of passion. Kirsty You don't miss a thing at these seats, and they made the show much more enjoyable. We were on the balcony in row B. I was also impressed with the leg room, I'm 6 foot and it was ample. Particularly the graveside scene at the start of Act 2, not to mention the spectacle of the chandelier and the phantom observing the scene on the rooftop. We sat in the Royal Circle and found the seating cramped and the view inferior to a good Stalls seat. Have a look at the view. The heavy romance keeps seats filled and the thudding mock grandeur of the score seems to reassure audiences of the quality. here) that the Grand Circle isn't particularly high. I would not recomend the seat for first time watching, but for a repeat visitor it's aceptable. I wanted to experience a West End show as even at only 24, I saw it as one of those things you have to do sometime in your life. _________________________________________. These are probably the most uncomfortable stalls we have ever been in but the view is excellent and the small theatre itself (looking from the stalls) is lovely, very sweet and intimate but desperately need new updated seats!! We also booked drinks for the interval and reserved a table, or so we thought, but when we got there our drinks and canaps had just been put on a table and two other people had nicked the seats around it, so we had to stand to eat and drink. Stalls section A row 12 seat aimeereynolds Her Majesty's Theatre The Phantom Of The Opera I got a half price ticket from the 'Get Into London Theatre's offer website (ended 17th March 2007) for the performance on 28th February 2007. Website: http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com/london Some of these seats however are only slightly restricted, and it is possible to sit in such a way that you have a great view of the stage at a heavily reduced price! At the end of the booking process enter the promo code; HMT2023 You must book online and pay BEFORE arriving at the Parking Station. However, make sure you see Celia Graham in the role of Christine rather than the dreadful Katie Knight-Adams. Why? Phantom never lets us down, another amazing experience in Her Majesty's Theatre from start to finish and is even better that the Las Vegas production of the musical. Sat in STALLS Row N seats 17 and 18. ___________________, Went to see "Phantom of the Opera" on Tuesday 27th June 2006, it was BRILLIANT! RECOMMENDED: How to score cheap theatre tickets in Melbourne. her voice went so high and I really liked her portrayal of the role, she didn't act too much like a scared young girl. Looking to bag the best seats in the house? I have collected, vinyl - CD - DVD and finally, as a 60th Birthday treat with my family, I sat in awe and watched the show. Also with the notes at the end she was too late opening and closing her lips. I did find parts a little too loud though - more volume does not mean more emotion and means some of the music sounds less dynamic than it should. I left the theatre feeling like I'd just witnessed a show that was easy to see quite why it's been so successful, and I surprisingly had a new appreciation for much of the music - that, until Friday, wasn't particularly appealing to me. One thing I will point out, we treated ourselves to the 'RoyalBox Sharing Canaps' - what a waste of money! Many thanks to the Phantom cast, and Theatremonkey, for making a happy day extra special. Front row, very close to the orchestra pit so not much legroom at all. ______________________________. However I decided I would give him the benefit of the doubt. Row D Seats 16 and 17. Apart from that it was excellent, and am glad I got an excellent view sold at a restricted price even though it wasn't affected in the slightest. Erl Carpenter was good, but not in the league of John Owen Jones, who is fab. No seat is far from an actors point of command; and the span of the seats matches their effective span of vision. On taking our seats we could not help but notice how impressive the set looked even pre-show. A "Must-See" indeed. He was brilliant and earned the standing ovation he received at the end. Good view of the stage though quite high up. Becky Seats are slightly uncomfortable, but legroom was good. Worst of all - missed the final part of the lair when, for all Id have know, Phantom could have just sauntered off stage!! I was so close I could easily see the microphones of the performers. You lost the very front left corner if you sat right back, that was all. Beware there is no actual spot to queue and we waited at one of the door on Haymarket but when they opened at 10am they opened another door. I would agree with the reviews, the seats are central and give a clear view of all areas of the stage. _______________________. I have the soundtrack of the original, but I must say, the present Phantom knocks spots of Michael Crawford. Bang in the middle of the row; theres only one row in front and seats are suitable staggered so youre looking between heads; no neck strain as the stage isnt particularly high; seats and legroom are comfy enough. 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