The songs
Andrew Lloyd Webber wrote the music, Charles Hart the lyrics. The score includes “The Music of the Night”, “All I Ask of You”, “Think of Me”, “Masquerade” and the title song.
The Phantom of the Opera tickets
Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical at His Majesty's Theatre · where it opened in 1986
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Tickets for The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty's Theatre on Haymarket, where the musical had its world premiere on 9 October 1986. You choose the date and performance in the calendar; the show lasts 2 hours 30 minutes including a 20-minute interval.
from €37.47 / person
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A night at His Majesty's Theatre
The story
A masked musical genius haunts the Paris Opera House and falls for the young soprano Christine, based on the 1910 novel by Gaston Leroux.
Where it all began
The original production by Cameron Mackintosh and Hal Prince opened here in 1986, when the theatre was still called Her Majesty's.
Good to know
Before your night at The Phantom of the Opera
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Getting there
His Majesty's Theatre is on Haymarket, London SW1Y 4QL, between Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. The nearest Tube stations are Piccadilly Circus on the Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines and Charing Cross on the Northern and Bakerloo lines; Leicester Square is also close. For step-free access, Green Park is the nearest suitable station, about a kilometre away. Les Misérables and Moulin Rouge! are only a few minutes' walk away.
Doors and the evening
Arrive in plenty of time: bags and personal belongings are searched before you go in, and you are asked not to bring large bags. Alcoholic drinks, laser pointers and similar items may not be taken in. If you arrive late, you may have to wait until a suitable point in the show, which can be the interval. The performance lasts 2 hours 30 minutes including a 20-minute interval and contains loud sounds, gunshots, flashing lights, haze, fire and pyrotechnics.
With children
The theatre recommends The Phantom of the Opera from age 8. Children under 4 are not admitted, every child needs their own ticket, and under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. Some scenes show violence and death.
Vouchers and cancellation
Your voucher for The Phantom of the Opera comes by email after booking and needs no printing; take a valid photo ID with you to His Majesty's Theatre. Once booked, the tickets cannot be cancelled or changed, so go through date, time and seats before you pay. The way to the theatre by Tube is described under Plan your visit.
Official box office
LW Theatres, which runs His Majesty's Theatre, has the official box office. Tickets bought there come straight from His Majesty's Theatre.
Questions about The Phantom of the Opera
Where is The Phantom of the Opera on in London? +
At His Majesty's Theatre, Haymarket, London SW1Y 4QL. The nearest Tube stations are Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines) and Charing Cross (Northern and Bakerloo lines).
How long is The Phantom of the Opera? +
2 hours 30 minutes including a 20-minute interval.
What is The Phantom of the Opera about? +
A disfigured composer who lives beneath the Paris Opera House and coaches the young singer Christine, until his love for her turns into obsession.
What age is The Phantom of the Opera suitable for? +
From 8, as recommended by the theatre. Children under 4 are not admitted, and under-16s must be with an adult.
Which songs are in The Phantom of the Opera? +
“The Music of the Night”, “All I Ask of You”, “Think of Me”, “Masquerade”, “Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again” and the title song.
Has The Phantom of the Opera won awards? +
Yes, more than 70 major theatre awards since its premiere.
Is there anything I should know about the effects? +
The show contains loud sounds, gunshots, flashing lights, haze, fire and pyrotechnics, as well as depictions of violence and death.
Can I cancel my ticket? +
No. Tickets for The Phantom of the Opera cannot be cancelled or changed once booked, so pick the date, time and seats with care.
Ready for The Phantom of the Opera?
Choose your date and seat. Your voucher arrives by email.