Being only 10 more than where we sat in the Grand Circle Row J before, these seats are much much better. Brilliant show was well worth going to Aberdeen to see this. They are mainly surly or uninterested and as for policing the use of phones or disruptive patrons - well, they may as well not be there (can you tell I am not tolerant of people with no theatre etiquette!!). A special mention to Oliver Thornton as Raoul.absolutely terrible! We had stall seats from D7 through to D16 as there was 10 of us. Yet again the show was fantastic, it just gets better every time I see it, you notice parts that you totally missed the first time round. Different shows have different set up on stage so if they say restricted viewing I would would take them at their word. ___________________________, Went to see Phantom on Saturday 23rd September 2006. In my review of two weeks ago I wrote about a wooden block at the front of the stage which appeared to contain lighting, from further away I can confirm it does contain lighting, and it does appear in the second act. ______________________________. He said, just wait a moment. Andy B ___________________, My first West End show. Great vocalists and the staging was very smart. Rachel Barrell as Christine and Oliver Thornton as The Phantom had amazing voices. Rachel Barrell is the best Christine I have ever seen, it was such a relief to see a real actress/singer after the horrors of Emi Rosum in the movie. ), but the true star of the show has to be the one and only John Owen Jones as the Phantom. I always sit in the stalls as I think you get the best views, but wouldn't sit on the front row again due to a stiff neck!! Although 'pure opera' to me is when it is just singing, no acting. Coupled with a very limited choice of seats, I went for these. Arrived 9am, about 15 people in front. 18 May 2023. Very good leg room. I noticed you also attacked the disco inspired title track. The only action missed, which amounted to perhaps just 1 minute in total, was missed because I was sitting in the rear stalls, under the overhang of the circle. And occasionally ruined by the worst. Kelly Mathieson's Christine sang well while Jeremy Taylor, although he sang the role really well, the emotional bond between him and Vhristine never really came across very well and felt like something was missing. This one runs and runs. Sat in STALLS Row N seats 17 and 18. After consulting Theatremonkey (thanks again, your website is always a great help), we booked four seats in Upper Circle seats E15 to 18. I was extremely disappointed. We sat in the Royal Circle rows A and B (couldnt get 6 tickets together) and although one or two parts of the performance are out of view when they go to the far side of the stage generally good seats. I phoned the See Tickets box office number the day before I went (as the theatre does not have its own telephone line) to check that you could purchase day seats like other theatres in London. From here the music and sound was also excellent. 3.5 stars for the seat, just 1 star for the musical!" Not that I had a bad night, I did enjoy it, its just that it was nothing near as good as everyone made it out to be. You must see this show, at least once!!!!! Also, for the record, Brian McCann is a 'swing'* in the programme - yes, but he is also listed as 'first cover'** for the Phantom, Scott Davies is the standby Phantom, i.e., the 'alternate. Saw "Phantom" last night for the first time (6th May 2009). 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'. We paid top price for them but well worth the money. Day Seats: 13th September 2018. I think it's probably the first time in all my visits I have really been drawn into the moment of it entirely. Not the best start to Phantom really and I was quite cross. Tiny leg room, but otherwise an excellent seat! He sang brilliantly in the title song, and in 'Music Of The Night' he acted and sung flawlessly. more. 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. Performance schedule. Here are the hottest shows in Melbourne this month. Grand Circle section Left B row 28 seat AmitTheatre Her Majesty's Theatre The Phantom Of The Opera Keep up the great work, team Theatremonkey, you are the best in what you do! Phantom and Christine were unconvincing and overworked, while Raoul fell into the usual trap of being a charisma vacuum. P.S. They should have switched roles. I'm at Phantom but got a day seat last minute for matinee today (tube strike day - editor). You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org Title: Critical and Historical Essays . It depends so much on the show. she was blo*dy brilliant. I would never, never have booked this seat had I known there was a pylon directly in front of it. My favourite are in the middle of row C stalls, front row of dress circle and even front row of upper circle is fine, a bit more distant but offers good value for the money. None put in a noticeable or commendable performance and didn't help to arouse any emotions within the audience for how we should feel towards any character. The Booker Prize-winning novel-now a major motion picture from Fox SearchlightPictures. Get directions to Her Majesty's Theatre (Central Stalls an' all!) The main things to be mindful of at fortyfivedownstairs are the structural poles that keep up the four levels of building above. So if it's slightly less Operatic than the rest- this is forgivable. (I rank McCanns performance with some of the greats that I have been lucky enough to see, including Robert Stephens, John Wood, Simon Russell Beale, Philip Quast, Kenneth Branagh, Steve Balsamo, and John Owen Jones.) Initiative. It needs a reason to be kept going; new energy and fervour. The management pairing of Barry James (greatest Thenardier in my opinion) and Gareth Snook are the best I've seen, they work well together. As tickets for Phantom are expensive, I went on Lastminute.com to get tickets which offered me a 10 discount on each ticket. The seats do seem close together and space seemed a bit tight on elbow room, but nothing to really worry about. Terrible sightlines and no legroom. I was sitting front row centre (B13 and 14) and found these seats to be very good, experiencing no problems at all. Phantom's 23 years have led to it becoming stagnant. 2 March 2023. We checked on this site for seat info and had seats K23 and 24 in the stalls and found them very good, saw everything, my cousin is slightly taller than me so she could see the chandelier right to the top. I had totally forgotten the background story (of course I knew the Phantom/Christine bit) and so it was like watching it all for the first time. We were on the balcony in row B. Melbourne Theatre Companys purpose-built theatre has a few detractors, who claim that the venue is subtly elitist; the further back you are, the more disconnected you feel. They were asked by the staff to stop leaning forward onto the front of the Dress Circle though, but they still obscured a lot of my view. How many seats does a London theatre have? How to get here Her Majesty's Theatre is located at 58 Grote Street, Adelaide, which is on the north side of the street. Given a big enough budget, landing helicopters, flying cars or video screens do not prove a challenge to the set designer, whereas "Phantom's" "coups de theatre" are achieved almost entirely with VICTORIAN stage workings. The atmosphere created was a particular plus-point for me, and by the end of show I was hooked. 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. Of course this meant that our view was completely obscured. I had two problems with the production though. 'Phantom' was special. Albeit unrequited. The theatre was quite warm for a chilly night, only felt cold when side door near the seats was open. What Im not fine with is the kind of audience it attracts. John Owen-Jones made a decidedly un-menacing Phantom (great Valjean but ropey Phantom - remind you of anyone?) As per usual, Row B suffers from your view being spoilt if people in front lean over; I found myself envying the people sat in the central section in Row A as they paid the same price as me but are great seats. 2 answers. 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 am only 13 and have seen over 20 musicals in the West End. On the aisle but only 4 rows back. Good view of the stage though quite high up. By continuing to use our site, you agree to us using cookies in accordance with our. All the principles were on, which was great for me. Best seats are stalls row J 26 and 27. A wonderful performance by all. How he got such a prestigious part is way beyond me! Tickets left at the box office for collection may be picked up on the day, during the hour before the performance starts. The whole thing blew me away. 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. 855-315-0431 Concerts Bad Bunny Billie Eilish Bon Jovi Coldplay Dua Lipa Elton John The theatre has a number of seats which are 'restricted view' due to pillars. _______________________. It would be nice if a soundtrack was available of the current cast. The leg room was very good, but the back of the seat wasn't very forgiving, it seemed a bit too straight. The melodrama is what makes the story so interesting. Best seats are EE 29 and 30. However, really enjoyed it still produces the old goose bumps it has to be said the music is great. BEWARE These seats have restricted viewing (although not sold as such ) the floor of the balcony cuts off the top of the stage. I could not say anything as we were all so cramped together - it looks like they have added an extra row of seats and pushed the other seats really close together. He evoked a lot of sympathy in the role. Que sera sera! Finally the performances, I would say John Owen Jones is one of the finest Phantom's of them all, easily outstripping Michael Crawford vocally. That said, there is something thrilling about the proximity to the actors you get in the lower section, and certainly the front rows are nowhere near as limited as in the Sumner. 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. Form beginning to the final curtain this production was excellent. Also, being the main theatre in Aberdeen all the shows are usually here so you don't have much choice. Why? Such an angelic yet powerful voice, a beautiful face and wonderful stage presence. Use our interactive seating plan to view 1352 seat reviews and 2662 photos of views from seat. They work so hard to make the show one of the best I have ever been lucky enough to see. ___________________, I went to see this a few weeks ago with a very open mind as I normally prefer something light and breezy and didn't think I was going to enjoy it-but I did!! Although, perhaps not the strongest Phantom vocally, Scott provided his audience with a performance that was powerful and innovative. The overhang from the circle also restricted some of the performance that was above the stage resulting in only feet being seen. McCanns Phantom is sensual, poignant and powerful, beautifully vulnerable, played and sung with aplomb. You can even enjoy a show from the front of thegrand circle, but be prepared to abseil down to them from a great height. ____________________, Brian McCann but as Phantom he cant! We sat in the Grand Circle, Row B16 and B17. Normally 67! Gee Colin. They are more central and much closer to the action. I have always loved the music and have watched the recent DVD release a few times but NOTHING compares to the live stage version. Karen. I sat down and realized that my feet were dangling in mid air as I couldn't reach the floor. This is the third time I've seen POTO, and each time the ending keeps the relentless pace, and the huge contrast of feelings - sensational! Saw this last night (30th March 2005) and unfortunately we didnt enjoy this show. I find it bizarre that you would attack the staging and fly work of "Phantom". One of the cities most beloved, Her Majestys has a gorgeous Art Deco glamour about it, even if the foyer functions a bit like a loading zone. In the trio with Phantom and Christine, Raoul's voice did not project, and his interjections were lost Seats M17 and M18 35 from TKTS. Special mention to Sofia Escobar who plays Christine Daae. I feel sorry for anyone who has the misfortune to experience this particular Phantom. We sat in the Grand Circle in the front row and didn't find the bar an obstruction at all. But no; I wouldn't say spacious, but my knees - when seated naturally - didn't hit the seat back in front, and there was a little room to move around. All the views expressed in our published seat reviews are those of independent theatregoers and don't necessarily represent those of whichseats.com, producers or theatre owners. No. (phantom fan) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox. The Literary Theory Handbook introduces students to the history and scope of literary theory, showing them how to perform literary analysis, and providing a greater understanding of the historical contexts for different theories.. A new edition of this highly successful text, which includes updated and refined chapters, and new sections on contemporary theories Sudbury, Suffolk. A few seconds and I'd gone from wondering if we'll make the last orders at the pub, to being totally enthralled. The only way I would go and see Phantom again is if I sat in the Stalls, but I'm not prepared to pay 50 for a show I didn't rate that highly. Stalls section A row 12 seat aimeereynolds Her Majesty's Theatre The Phantom Of The Opera Willenhall. It is too messy at times, and the noise created by the set and crew moving it into position is hideous!! My only gripe is actually about the theatre itself, something needs to be done about the seating, the seats are quite small. Phantom of the Opera, 14Apr2019, I wanted to watch the play so bad, I took a chance on the seat. However, make sure you see Celia Graham as Christine when you book this show. Unfortunately by this time we felt completely disconnected from the scene on stage and this was seemingly the case also for the latecomers who commenced to chat quite openly. Perhaps its stalls and pay the big-ticket prices? 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. Killian Donnelly is great too, although Im intrigued how Jon Robyns will do. Rachel is by far the best singer I have ever seen in the part, not sounding in pain or like she was struggling. Well, Theatre Monkey, I have been to see the Phantom again, and it is just the best. That low dress circle sits over the back half of the stalls, so the view of the stage is badly compromised from row O. Restricted View Seats Often, the view isn't as bad as it sounds like on paper, and so buying these seats are very much worth it. Reviewed June 8, 2019 Purchased last minute $65 restricted view seats (A31 and B33 - directly behind each other) for a return visit to Muriel's Wedding. Both of these are true and valid points. The set and props were used well and it is always interesting to see how a show can use the space. 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 ___________________________. All in all an enjoyable afternoons entertainment but not a show we will be rushing back to soon. The songs are fantastic, the set is amazing and the storyline is exciting, maddening, and devastating all at once. Her Majestys theatre is beautifully acoustic, and most of the stalls and dress circle benefit from almost no amplified sound, which is a rarity. Notable strong points of the production include consistently strong leads, an engaging plot and characters that the audience can empathise with. I must say the seats were fantastic, I totally disagree with other reviewers who have said to avoid the stalls, by far the best seats we've had seeing this show. I loved the costumes and sets, the dramatic music and the lavishness of it all. I rarely feel compelled to correct a review, but such vitriolic bile is unjustified. The tyranny of distance is lessened in the back of the stalls and dress circle thanks to the refurbishment, but depending on the scale of the production currently playing, you may wish to avoid the nosebleed sections if you want the best view in the house. I did enjoy the first half more than the second - I found a couple of the scenes in the second half overly long really. The atmosphere, the stage effects, props and set design were top notch and the costumes gorgeous. Quite a poor view, I wouldn't want to sit there again. Legroom was adequate for two 5' 10" people, one with a larger than average bottom (!) The show was tremendous, just hope you have a short person in front of you. In my opinion, "Phantom" was the last major musical not to be simply a product of technology. ( We wish we had seen our fellow Welshman John Owen-Jones to compare). Visited this theatre for the first time - last minute decision so the only seats available were in the back row of the stalls SEATS 1/2/3. I found myself humming to the melodies of Masquerade and Music of the Night as I was driving home! Very enjoyable, polished 5 star performance. Recommended experiences in and around Aberdeen. Lo and behold, shortly after this, the people whose seats they had taken arrived which meant they had to move and the whole debacle started again with the whole row standing up. I suppose you either love it or hate it and unfortunately we fell into the latter. I cannot recommend this show enough, and we will all definitely be going again. After this scene the unmistakeable unique theme music begins, the sound in the theatre was amazing, better than any cinema. There isn't much space as the theatre is small so it does feel a bit cramped but not too bad. I think it is criminal for the seats in the back row of the Royal Circle to be advertised and sold in the same price plan as seats with a far better viewing angle either elsewhere in the RC or in the stalls. This is a Paris set, gothic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical with Cameron Mackintosh in charge of the spectacle. ______________________________________________, Seats: P4 and P5 (I was in P5) Most memorable. Also from the grand circle you get a great view of the chandelier rising ad when the Phantom is up above the arch. I think we can all be glad he didn't wait for Mr. Schnberg's work to move out or London Theatre would look very different today. This is not the Andrew Lloyd Webber / Sarah Brightman Story because occasionally the musician also bursts into song. All I can say is if I ever did it again (and I won't) I would avoid these seats. But always, he's full of passion. Maybe I will get a chance now the tour has announced Katie Hall as Christine and John Owen Jones to share the role of Phantom with Earl Carpenter. This sweeping, irrepressibly inventive novel, is a romance, but a romance of Website: http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com/london It gave the whole performance a strident edge that I did not enjoy. Went to see 'Phantom' on December 8th 2010 - sat in M 28 and 27 in the stalls (if my memory serves me!) A hideously deformed musician enjoys chasing a talented young lady singer around the stage. It was rather sad to see a show I love being massacred. Sound mix was often dreadful however. *based on 16 bookings made through various agents' websites. Birmingham UK The lack of dazzling performances also meant that I had more time to consider the technical merit of the show - the lighting looks dated, the flying looks basic and sluggish (two of the guys from the auction house having to shoulder charge the chandelier off stage in the overture? We were in E 10, 11 and 12 in the stalls and they were very good. Not just slightly rubbish, but really, really rubbish. The whole cast were fantastic but this man is one to watch. In fact the whole cast were just brilliant, I could watch this show over and over again if given the chance. I loved every single minute of it. Also, I am not a huge fan of Charles Hart's lyrics and the way words are sometimes crammed into songs, whether they fit or not (and quite often they don't rhyme which bugs me!) My only word of caution would be take a light jacket, the air conditioning is too good!!. First time we were in Premium Stalls 3 rows from the front. Maybe would have been better volume-wise further back. The grand circle is only good if you are in the front few rows, but the worst seats in this theatre are actually the back of the stalls. 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! If anyone in front of you leans forward, they completely obscure your view and you have quite an area of stage left cut off from view. I thought I'd be cramped - but I'd sacrifice that for our experience- and it shouldn't affect my much more reasonably sized wife. My partner really enjoyed the show and we both agreed that the staging is excellent. MENANDER. and didn't push any extras or merchandise at all. Beats the DVD any day!! She was very impressive and did the musical justice - easily bettering Sarah Brightman for anyone who listens to the original CD. I also hope they fix the A/C. But come on, he could of tried to make his character a little less boring or camp. Zac21621 Dec 11, 2022. I enjoyed it very much, my whole opinion of opera has changed. Yes view is restricted. Kelsey R. Very central and great view. >My mum and I sat in seats 18 and 19 of row A in the Upper Circle. The girl lead was very good, as was The Phantom although the same cannot be said for Raoul he had a very weak voice and was totally overpowered by Christina (not sure of the name of girl who played her - but the dark haired one). Earl Carpenter as the Phantom was so fitting. I have seen a number of West End musicals and I have to say that not one of them has even come close to the sheer brilliance of Phantom. Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, Too hot and not enough rake in the Royal Circle. magic!!!! The staging was clumsy with actors spending much of the show wandering the stage looking as if they couldn't find a mark and even when they did their delivery was sub-standard. She had fallen asleep after the first act. Pontefract. For once theatremonkey I think you are wrong. Beautiful, subtle, and heartbreaking A "Must-See" indeed. There is nothing wrong with the first few rows of the stalls, but the dress is the place to be. Delivering a range of family entertainment, pantomimes and musicals, it is one of the most prolific venues in the city. Seats were great, we had G15 (aisle) and G16 in the Stalls. Melbourne is blessed with a wealth of theatres, from the grand old dames like the, Shes currentlyhome to the biggest show Melbourne has seen in decades and judging bypast performances of. On a separate note the phantom's magic throne didn't work at the end so he didn't vanish and the ending was a bit strange with just Meg staring at the audience as the lights go down. _________________________. If you like the theatre, a must see, regardless of the opinions and stereotypes! Firstly, I should say that our seats were perfect. They were definitely met. The head of the man in front of me obscured my view slightly and my partner (who is 6'4") found that the legroom was not sufficient for him and he was a bit uncomfortable and had to keep shifting in his seat. The acoustics were very good also. It was my first time to see it and thanks to theatremonkey, I got a full-priced ticket less 20! And bigger orchestra I am a regular visitor to the Theatre and am aware that the top price tickets are the best seats but in this instance we had to take the last seats available.To sum up - we paid full price for seats with restricted view!!! She is superb. We don't seem to have any photos from this section. I enjoyed this performance much more than two weeks ago (above) when I was seated almost right at the front in row C seat 11. I would recommend row D and above. All very friendly, approachable and cheerful. The view was excellent as it was really close to the actors. I was tempted to have a word with the sound desk operator on the way out and tell him to turn Carlotta's mic up, there are lots of times when her mouth moves and not sound can be heard. The stalls have an intimate seating arrangement with each row having a maximum of 35 seats. I thought it strange that the three seats (10,11 and 12) in front of me were unoccupied. ?.My Lawyers are watching! anonymous Nov 8, 2022. D7 through to D16 were fantastic seats, probably the best seats in the house. The rest of the time he sings in a low-level, half-speaking-half-singing manor that I find most unsatisfying, if not actually irritating (as someone hoping to see great singing). Okay, so Phantom is kitschy faux-Puccini with a sprinkle of mainstream rock but I like kitsch, Puccini, and Rock (not necessarily in that order), so Im fine with that. Managed to get 3 tickets in the stalls row M, seats 20,21,22 - checked out this guide and thought fair value was acceptable. CA, USA. Alf Vol. After seeing it four times it has lost some of the excitement and emotion I felt on the first three occasions. Ive only ever heard him in Avenue Q, which is a very different beast We've booked again.totally hooked!!! This was incredibly disappointing too. The only reason I went was to see Alex Rathgeber, because I had read a review about him titled 'London's Best Aussie'. One thing we both noticed was that both seats were set quite high off the ground. Legroom was ample, and so long as nobody in front of you leans forward, you needn't move for the entire duration of the show. She was fabulously camp and over the top, as any good diva should be. Phantom is a heavy gothic rock show dressed up as an Opera, and if you do not like Pipe Organs and electric guitar this show is not for you. It was great being so up close and personal to the actors and catching their eye on several occasions ;). Phantom will always be a bit special to me as this was the first musical I ever saw in London - I can still remember being blown away by the experience and it made me catch the musical bug - I've seen Phantom at least 5 times from both stalls and dress circle but hadn't seen it in London for a few years (but had seen it in New York when I was on honeymoon). The Johnson Family The sound wraps around you, and the sweat on the forehead of the first violinist feels close enough to mop. I was so far away from the stage that I felt like I couldn't be further away from the action. It is never a consistent struggle to see the actors, since they are always moving around. It was worth the money. I will say it is hard to decide where the good seats are. I was seated in row L seat 5 - totally great seats - at Her Majesty's Theatre. Or just go see Les Mis for the 1,500th time. :) His voice is superb and he really made the show. Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheOperaGhosts. __________________, I was visiting London from the US July 25 2005, and luckily procured fantastic tickets for Phantom of the Opera. We tell you the seats to buy, which to avoid, and how to get them at the best prices, Haymarket, Best Calypso Trinidad and Tobago Music 2021 - with Steel Drumshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRO3Jf1wF1kBest Calypso Music - Trinidad \u0026 Tobago - Steel Drumshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpUh5wUBkbM2021 Calypso \u0026 Hawaiian Music - Trinidad Tobago \u0026 Hawaii Best Steel Drums Music Mixhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_d95XP3_G4 Best Tropical, Caribbean, and Steel Drum Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dVvsX3SlsQ 2021 MGTracey Ltd Killian impressed me straight away. Worst of all - missed the final part of the lair when, for all Id have know, Phantom could have just sauntered off stage!! Check out our guide on where to sit in Melbourne's theatres for the best views. I wish they would hurry up Graham's singing is beautiful throughout the show and she never misses a note, while reviews of KKA have been far less favourable. As soon as Rachel began to sing her first solo of the evening I got that same feeling I did as the music began, although this time more intense. Some people have thought that the show dragged but I think that is par for the course with musicals when they are a couple of hours long, and actually I was eager for the second half to start as I was really enjoying the performance. Plenty of leg room, being in the walkway. I am now hooked and want to go and see it again. Sorry Theatremonkey, I normally take your word as gospel but I simply have to disagree with you about Phantom of the Opera. 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