Couldnt have asked for a better first experience of The Phantom of the Opera. Nothing was blocked and we could see the entire stage right to the back. Her Majesty's Theatre London: restricted view seating - See 1,200 traveler reviews, 450 candid photos, and great deals for London, UK, at Tripadvisor. This is a really great and unique show which will probably never be matched. It was extraordinary. For those who expect a traditional musical, do not go here. He completely lacked stage presence, had no voice to speak of and overdid the histrionics to the point that the Phantom became a caricature rather than a sympathetic figure. Sloppy movement, limp voices, technical hitches - we had them all. Not being a big fan of the majority of music used throughout (in particular when they were supposed to be actually performing in an opera) much of it did nothing for me, and I found myself hoping many numbers would hurry along. He was brilliant and earned the standing ovation he received at the end. So if anything is happening higher up the stage you cannot see it. By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Really enjoyed the show, Earl Carpenter as Phantom and Rachel Barrell as a superb Christine. We saw Ashleigh Fleming as Christine, who isn't one of the usual alternate 'Christine's.' The curtains need a good wash (as an earlier reviewer noted, I think), but it was still great!!! We agree with your view that the show is 'lame', although I personally enjoyed it having embraced that fact. A great performance at a really amazing price. Thankfully British queue etiquette prevailed and we were allowed in first. He seemed to pick up a little in the final scene and I did feel pity for his Phantom as he told Christine he loved her and then his facial expression when she gave him back his ring. Reasons for this can vary from the area above the stage being obscured by the overhang from the dress circle, to a safety rail blocking your eye line. After seeing John Owen Jones twice, and Scott Davies once, I thought Earl Carpenter did a pretty good job - though vocally John Owen Jones was better. I was in the Grand Circle in seat F21. I think all the seats in the stalls at both sides at the back will be the same. After showing initial promise with some very impressive effects, it soon became apparent that the cast was not able to keep up with the set. Great view of the stage and all the action but no enough leg room! The storyline is cringing to say the least, but romantic in the smallest sense, and the image that is associated with Phantom is one of love. I wish this cast all the best for the rest of their contract, and I hope to see it again soon. You'll have either an incomplete view because of the position of the seats, or something may be in your line of sight - like a pole, speakers, or the sound board. I had no interest in opera, only knew one song and only knew the story in brief (and the Phantom was the only character I remembered) before I went to see it. The lavish sets and spectrum of colours explode onto the stage, especially at the start of the second act, and capture your attention and your heart. Also its right by the door so you can make a quick exit." My partner and I went to see this show recently (July 2005), it was my umpteenth time and his first. When we left and teemed out onto the street we saw an advertisement for the forthcoming De Niro movie, 'What just happened?' The view from here was brilliant, and absolutely fantastic for the chandelier moments, as well as enabling you to see the Phantom at the top of the rig (which you would miss out on if further forward or under the overhang if further back). Andy B In my opinion, "Phantom" was the last major musical not to be simply a product of technology. ___________________________________. Ramin is different every time. I was beginning to change my opinion of him. There is no seat in front of F1 to obscure the view and I (in F2) was lucky in that the seat in front of me (E1) was empty. I was right behind the conductor, but as is written elsewhere on this site, he isn't very tall and from where I was seated wasn't much of a problem. Part of me was hoping for amazing music, awe-inspiring sets and an emotional rollercoaster of a story. Phantom is also a quiet musical, and does not rely on deafening the audience to be effective, apart from the natural crescendos within the score, and obviously the Phantoms theme tune The lighting is absurdly clever, as are most of the special effects. They've got it right in so much as the seats get less expensive as you move toward the wall, but the seats on the aisle and adjacent to that should also be reduced. I enjoyed it very much, my whole opinion of opera has changed. Originally built as a cinema, or picture palace, the Regent is a love it or loathe it venue that for ages onlyhad a small number of good seats. Both of these are true and valid points. The cast were fantastic and the show certainly lived up to our expectations, so much so that we may go back again this Christmas for my birthday! Ah well, still the best show there is, cannot see it enough times, and we still cry during it, and wish Christine would choose the Phantom instead! I really cannot praise the show enough. It was as fabulous as ever!!! The other seats are also restricted view, but this is worse. The acoustics in this theatre are good anyway but the sound from the stage was very clear. Our Valentines celebration was ruined by a) the restricted view we had from our seats on the back row of the Royal Circle - H17 and H18 and b) the intolerable heat. After one emotional rollercoaster of a show ('Ghost') I went on to my next, Phantom. "Phantom" is a model of stagecraft which has sadly been lost to technology. As I mentioned this is not my kind of thing, but this is a MUST see for anyone, even if they think it is not 'up their street'. ___________________, My first West End show. That first row or two in the centre of the dress circle are hard to beat, although the middle of the stalls is pretty fine too. __________________. Was a bit concerned about how restricted the view would be but it was absolutely fine. So it is no surprise to me he has gone from strength to strength in his career, and the role of Phantom is surely one of the most demanding on any singer. His Phantom is both angry and vulnerable, and I have always agreed with the Monkey in thinking that Christine chooses the wrong man, and this time it feels like that even more so than with past Phantoms. The young man sitting behind me (who was taller than me) spent the whole performance with his knees banging against the back of my seat! I really did have an excellent time and I would want to see it again. But somehow the disappointment of what should have been a wonderfully enjoyable and romantic experience being destroyed so completely by such simple but effective factors has me utterly indignant. Also from the grand circle you get a great view of the chandelier rising ad when the Phantom is up above the arch. The Phantom fellow no-doubt has a very good voice, but the absurdity of the scriptwriting/directing is such that he only unleashes his lovely voice in force on exactly TWO notes. Shes currentlyhome to the biggest show Melbourne has seen in decades and judging bypast performances of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, that buzz electrifies every member of the audience no matter where theyre seated. 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 . I am already planning another visit to the show, I know it won't happen, but hope the phantom gets the girl next time! ___________________________. The costumes are beautiful, the stage work is clever and creative, and the performances are bar none. All the cast is friendly and gives out autographs and takes photos. If I had my way, phones, crisps, sweets, food, drink and chatting during shows would be imprisonable offences!!! None of it was discreet. The show started on time and approximately 5 minutes later, approximately 25 latecomers arrived separately in small groups and were seated in with ushers along the Grand Circle. ___________________. The monkey advises checking performance times on your tickets and that performances are happening as scheduled, before travelling. Millions of people can't be wrong! Great views and right in the middle of the seating so good overall view and sound. I booked seats M6 and M5 in the stalls, solely based on your seating recommendation, and they offered a perfect view of the stage plus ample leg room for the average sized person. What are the best seats at Her Majestys theatre? However it doesn't excuse the lack of effort. _____________________. The gentleman that previously wrote in the defence of Raoul lacking charisma is so correct in what he says, yes this is how Raoul is supposed to beI think that those who slate POTO have no appreciation for this form of entertainment which is absolutely fine as we all have different tastes but hey just admit that its not for you, there's no need to rip it apart.take note Theatre Mark Lane, Our seats were on the back row at the aisle, and I have sat in similar seating at many other shows without problem. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. HISTORY OF THE STAGE. Still, it was a relief to hear a non-American accent (both Patric Wilson and Emi Rosum needed voice coaching). Which seats I should ask for the best view Are you allowed to take outside food & drink into the venue? They afford some brief, but generally pleasant, glimpses of his habits and career; and in a letter, in which Pliny makes application on behalf of his friend to the emperor Trajan, for a mark of favour, he speaks of him as "a most . I'm at Phantom but got a day seat last minute for matinee today (tube strike day - editor). Political Philosophy Pierre Joseph Proudhon: One cannot give and keep at the same time Chapter 2: Start How much is it to Hi, What time does the Wednesday Matinee start for Kinky Boots please? I truly wanted him to kick the Phantom's butt and get the girl, ha ha. The priciest seats are also the best, smack bang in the centre of the front rows. As for the show itself, it is hard to describe how wonderful it is, the music, the storyline etc. Angie Christie (Mrs) I know which one I'd choose ;) Also being further back meant I didn't have to look from side to side when the action was spread out, and I didn't have to look almost straight upwards trying to glimpse the Phantom in the chandelier. ___________________, I thought I was the only theatregoer to have been disappointed by 'Phantom' at Her Majesty's but thankfully I have now realised that I am not alone. Alf I'm going to see the musical for the first time. She was also excited by the falling chandelier and ducked as it passed over, but I would prefer to be further away. ____________________________. And very cramped, would advise booking aisle seats if possible. For someone who normally favours the more modern musical like myself, "The Phantom of the Opera" certainly took me by surprise. I was worried about the legroom but needn't have been. > . __________________________________________. In this instance they use height and there were some exciting moments! Quite simply it was the cast. ____________________, McCann as Phantom = Phenomenal! We were 3 rows from the front, and was very close to the stage. Whichseats.com can't be held responsible for complaints arising from the use of this website. 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. Nearly all seats have an unrestricted view. The main things to be mindful of at fortyfivedownstairs are the structural poles that keep up the four levels of building above. I can't compare the current cast with any other but they didn't strike me as anything special. Stalls, C12: Not a bad seat, actually. The lady next to me had an exciting moment (she went oohhhh) when a male dancer was leaping around and his thong showed beneath his costume! The music and pure voices bring a lump to your throat and the way that the sets change around to create the different scenes is amazing. NOTE: Seat numbers and all Legacy reader reviews belowrefer to the production before it reopened in 2021. Luckily the show we went to see was fab! I am utterly astounded at the few negative comments about POTO (Phantom Of The Opera). Stalls F16 and F17: If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Legroom was ample and the view was fantastic, I think we saw everything there was to see, so didn't feel restricted in anyway. if you are in Royal Circle (where I was) you have to choose a seat to stage right because we were unable to see many scenes that occurred in stage left without leaning well forward. The very back of the balcony is a long way away, and can make even the biggest shows seem remote. I've seen him with Celia Graham and they were superb together. He has two great Christine's in Gina Beck and Robyn North. Chris After providing them with the booking reference number on the ticket, I have the money back in my account, and was actually amazed at their ability to help me out (after being so notoriously bad!) If you want to see upbeat and twee dance numbers choreographed to perfection I can give you directions to the Adelphi! We were allocated seats in the Grand Circle; K22 and 23. Theatremonkey braces itself for the backlash when it admits it found this show utterly, utterly lame. Now, I always find Music of the Night the most boring song in the show - but this time I was completely gripped by it. Stalls B18 and B19: basically the perfect seats, and quite reasonably priced when on sale. As for my verdict - it is still the best show in London and a must see (many times)! 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. McCanns Phantom is sensual, poignant and powerful, beautifully vulnerable, played and sung with aplomb. Cannot see the top level of the stage and the top level of the set. The problem is that I've heard them performed much better elsewhere. At that time you heard her voice only over the speakers and not coming from the stage as before (I was very close). Not the best start to Phantom really and I was quite cross. I saw Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre around New Year's and it was amazing. Edward Bernstone I was very pleasantly surprised. I could see all the stage perfectly clearly without leaning forward at all (and I'm only average height - 5ft8"). I give it 9/10 (only 9 because I had bad seats and could not enjoy the show to it's full extent). They said Q1 in stalls for 25 but they didn't accept Visa Electron, so they said they would hold the ticket whilst I went to the cash machine. Maybe would have been better volume-wise further back. Thanks for subscribing! It's much more mainstream, with clearly defined good guys and bad guys, and the good guys keep beating the bad guys. Notable strong points of the production include consistently strong leads, an engaging plot and characters that the audience can empathise with. I recently went to see 'The Phantom of the Opera' and thought it was excellent! Nat [email protected] _____________________________________________, I've asked around, and by all accounts you know your stuff, so would you please explain to me, in words a simple Northerner will understand, how Phantom lasted even a year in London's glittering West End, let alone 73!!! The best thing about Hamer Hall is simply being in it, now its had its multi-million dollar makeover; its the only venue in the world that makes bright orange feel classy. I had seen it once before, years ago, and she had never seen it. It was a pleasure to see her perform, other than being beautiful she acts astoundingly well and really feels the music. These seats are very good. If tickets are marked as an obstructed or limited view, the venue has determined that those seats do not have a full view of the stage, field, court, ice, etc. The audience consisted of mainly tourists from SE Asia and I did wonder how on earth they could understand the performance, not easy when it is all sung, but the Korean girl sitting next to explained that she had already watched the film in Korea, so knew the story. I'd recommend this seat, even for a first timer, as long as they are not a grump, and are a theatre fan who doesn't mind a really close view with a bit of a restriction. ___________________________, I am demanding a refund for the two tickets I purchased through lastminute.com for the 14th February 2012 performance of Phantom. Sadly, I felt that Ramin Karimloo's performance as the Phantom was weak vocally - it certainly did not live up to the hype I had heard. Unfortunately, my camera had no battery and was charging at home so I'm definitely going back to get photos, which they very kindly pose for. They just dragged the whole thing out. It needs a reason to be kept going; new energy and fervour. He made me cry at the end, he was just so incredible - especially when imitating the music box and when Christine gave the ring back. You must see this show, at least once!!!!! We don't seem to have any photos from this section. Got to the theatre at 8.45am and we were first in the day seats queue. Delivering a range of family entertainment, pantomimes and musicals, it is one of the most prolific venues in the city. We where 3 rows back in the Royal Circle row C seat 14, I'm 6'1 and still had restricted view of most of the stage. Pillar on the left that did block out some of the performance. I cannot honestly fault anything at all and we are going again for certain - it's the best show we have ever seen. Phantom of the Opera, 14Apr2019, I wanted to watch the play so bad, I took a chance on the seat. Less said the better! I've seen many shows and this is undoubtedly the greatest of them all. Go see this man in this role before he leaves. Initiative. As a lifestyle editor and frequent West End visitor I've even recommended your page to our readers :) . Now I have see the Phantom just over 10 times now - he is far below the standard of any other Raoul I have ever seen. Holly-Anne Hull as Christine is fantastic. Special mention to Sofia Escobar who plays Christine Daae. It is a central position so good from that point of view and I would say it is probably one of the best places to get a good view of the chandelier going up and going down! 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! Why? Or am I missing something? Day Seats: 13th September 2018. I went to see this on Monday 5th January 2009, my first visit. Grand Historical Tour. Despite what theatremonkey says, to see the theatre sold out on a Monday night in July proves how good the show is. This show, along with 'Les Misrables', is one of the "crown jewels" of West End theatre. I saw Phantom of the Opera on 12th July 2012 with a friend. He sang brilliantly in the title song, and in 'Music Of The Night' he acted and sung flawlessly. The Theatre advised me where the best seats were and this was reflected in the top price 58 (we paid 38) they were emphatic that the seats we had were not restricted viewing. ), but the true star of the show has to be the one and only John Owen Jones as the Phantom. Brilliant view, although little leg room - but that is because the theatre is old, so has to be expected. The service could also benefit from being freshened up. A "Must-See". Get quick answers from Her Majesty's Theatre staff and past visitors. So if it's slightly less Operatic than the rest- this is forgivable. >Then we move on to Oliver Thornton, well, what positive thing can I say? That's it really, one last thing - Scott Davies received a standing ovation when he came on to take his bow - this was the only standing ovation I've ever witnessed for this show, I think it was mainly for his own performance as opposed to the show as a whole. The man next to me was entranced and said it was wonderful, exactly my reaction when I saw it first in 2000. later visit: Kirsty Lizzie still loves the Theatre! I found myself having to look from side to side on occasions and had to look almost straight up to see the Phantom in the chandelier. A restricted view or side view means that you may be unable to see the entire stage from the specified seats. ____________________________, I would just like to add my review of a most wonderful and exhilarating performance of 'Phantom' (9th June 2007). When I went to pick up the tickets, there was a rehearsal going on which you could hear from the foyer. Ok, enough of the money talk. You only miss a slight amount of action far left of the stage but nothing too noticeable. One morning at breakfast, on opening the letter-bag, Mrs. Dale announced to her husband that her nephew, Captain Travers, of the *** Lancers, had just returned from India, and proposed paying them a visit at Christmas. It was impossible to not be impressed by many of the sets; I loved the opening of Act 2 on the grand staircase and what's not to like about a moving gondola, dry ice and let's-pretend candles! Carlotta and Piangi I cannot comment on - I find the characters terribly irritating. Rachel Barrell was also excellent as Christine. Don't miss it, or the Phantom' will appear inside your mind and haunt you till you get a ticket. I prefer the old staging, and the older orchestration. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. The Musical which brought the dress circle forward, making it a pretty good location if you want to take in the production's set. One small word of warning-do not go to the stage door to see the cast! Her voice was brilliant and she had a hard task hitting all those high notes but she did it every time. (And, no, we are not Phans or groupies. Combining its original, stunning heritage design with modern architecture, the gorgeous proscenium theatre seats close to 1,500 people across three levels. Prices below were compiled as booking originally opened. It all seemed too loud to me and at times I found the level almost painful. No seat is far from an actors point of command; and the span of the seats matches their effective span of vision. The only moan I have is that sound wasn't loud, so you missed parts of the singing, and the final lair boat scene, I missed parts of that. We were front row of the Dress circle and the view could simply not have been better. Since The Phantom of the Opera premiered in 1986, the musical continues to wow West End audiences with its tale of dark romance, jealousy . It was a dear wish of mine to go to see Phantom, and for my birthday I was treated by the family to the show. and didn't push any extras or merchandise at all. __________________________, We saw the show for the first time on Saturday 7th October 2006. There are still rumours of dead spots around Hamer Hall, where the music is dulled by acoustic blackspots, but we think this is largely apocryphal. Christian Toime The most annoying part of this was that some people were late and so we all had to stand up to let them in to their seats during the show, so we missed a part of it, as did the people behind us! Seating gives ideal view of stage no matter where. I've just returned home from the matinee of "Phantom" (2nd October 2010), a show that I've seen about 30 times, but not been for 4 years until now. Having read a previous reviewer mention the rather cool air-conditioning I came equipped with a warm cardigan - I should have left it at home, I was so warm and didn't feel any kind of cool air in the theatre at all - I left the theatre rather red-faced with the heat. I found the leg room really good for my 6ft frame, the seat padding seemed quite thin though but it was comfortable. I sat in the Upper Circle's B36, which is priced at 21 due to its very restricted view. Also, I have to say I was quite disappointed that Front of House, while keen to prevent any photos being taken before the show and during the interval, were not so keen to enforce this rule DURING the show - two people on the row in front of us kept taking photos, even using a flash at one point! The view was very good (except for the lady in front of me who had quite big hair) but apart from that, no complaints, plus you get a fantastic view of the Phantom up to no good in the rafters. He doesn't just over sing every thing. Series Dedication The Red Gambit series of books is dedicated to my grandfather, the boss-fellah, Jack 'Chalky' White, Chief Petty Officer [Engine Room] RN, my de facto father until his untimely death from cancer in 1983, and a man who, along with many millions of others, participated in the epic of history that we know as World War Two . Youll have either an incomplete view because of the position of the seats, or something may be in your line of sight like a pole, speakers, or the sound board. Front Row Seats. Brian McCann (named as swing on the website) donned the mask and was completely ill-prepared for the role. We bought tickets for the show on-line, based on theatremonkey.coms comments. _____________________________________. Very central and great view. _____________________. For the first performance I sat in a premium-priced seat in the stalls and for the second right on the front row, (I decided on this because I had the misfortune lately to end up behind some pretty tall people when sitting further back, which can somewhat ruin the enjoyment even in top-priced seats!). My wife and I were very much looking forward to seeing John Owen-Jones as Phantom, after recently seeing his superb Valjean. Seat: Grand Circle C36. Come on Phantom, people need a reason not to pull the plug. That said, I would recommend people to read the book first as, like so many eighties musicals, storyline does tend to take a backseat, with the main emphasis being on spectacle and so it can be just a bit difficult to work out. Sarah, I am told by someone who saw the blond one, that they did not like her voice at all, so lucky me that I got the other one! ________________________, May 2011. I suppose you either love it or hate it and unfortunately we fell into the latter. Brilliant show was well worth going to Aberdeen to see this. The rest of the show he seemed very tired and bland. If you ring for tickets and talk to the theatre direct and see the seating plan you could be ok over a year ago Reviewed this attraction Auckland, New Zealand 0 Votes Many thanks to the Phantom cast, and Theatremonkey, for making a happy day extra special. Eye level is just above the stage, so you do have to look up a little bit even for the main action, and more for anything higher up including much of the dancing in Masquerade. Earl Carpenter has to be the best Phantom, how he packs so much emotion into it every night for so long I really don't know, and Rachel Barrell is an excellent Christine- both deserve Oscars in my opinion. CLICK SEATING PLAN TO ENLARGE IF REQUIRED. I'd definitely go back, and I'd book the same seats too! The atrocious stage framing of nude women being groped by demonic looking centaurs is entirely inappropriate for a show where children are allowed to sit in the audience, and was very distracting. If you dismiss her in the first scene. Had the Vicar been a devout Catholic, he would doubtless have crossed himself, as it was he gave a kind of holy groan, and rolled up his forehead, as he was wont to do when any . The box office clerk said they were running in a new cast and this made it even more enjoyable, queuing whilst listening to some good choral singing. _____________________, I went to see The Phantom of The Opera on the 1st December 2009 with a group of friends. _____________________, We saw 'Phantom of the Opera' on 7th January 2009. We were in row P which was just under the Dress Circle but in the middle, the only bit we missed was the chandelier going higher up than we could see; but we saw the Phantom on the top of the building. 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