Mumbai, 9th of November, 2024 : Almost two years since the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre opened its doors to the world with three landmark shows that set new precedents for performing and visual arts in the country, the cultural destination is set to add yet another historic first to its repertoire with the opening of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘The Phantom of the Opera’.
Having fulfilled its promise of bringing the best of India and the world with blockbuster shows like ‘The Great Indian Musical: Civilization to Nation’ and iconic international theatricals such as ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘MAMMA MIA!’, ‘Matilda the Musical’, ‘Life of Pi’ and others, NMACC is now bringing the Indian audience a show widely regarded as the ‘world’s best loved musical’, and the ‘most spectacular love story’ on stage – just in time for its two-year anniversary.
Speaking on the occasion, Founder & Chairperson Mrs. Nita Ambani said, “Since the inception of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, our vision has been to present the best of India and the world to our audience. As we approach our second-year anniversary next year, I am thrilled to announce the arrival of the most loved theatrical marvel that has captivated generations, ‘The Phantom of the Opera.’ This timeless tale unveils the beauty in vulnerability and the power of love that transcends barriers. I warmly invite all of you to come and be a part of this extraordinary experience at NMACC.”
Based on Gaston Leroux’s 1910 novel, Le Fantôme de L’Opéra, ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ tells the story of a mysterious masked figure who lurks beneath the Paris Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over all who inhabit it. When the Phantom falls madly in love with a young soprano, Christine Daaé, he devotes himself to nurturing her extraordinary talents, employing devious methods at his command. Mesmerised by Christine’s talent, he lures her as his protégé, unaware of her love for her childhood friend Raoul. The Phantom’s obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy, madness and passion collide.
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s‘The Phantom of the Opera’isregarded as one of the world’s most beautiful and spectacular productions, playing to over 160 million people in 195 cities in 21 languages. Having premiered at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s West End on 9 October 1986 and debuted on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre on 26 January 1988, ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ has won over 70 major theatre awards. On January 9, 2006, itbecame the longest-running show in the history of Broadway, surpassing CATS with its 7,486th performance. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s romantic, haunting and soaring score includes “The Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” “Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again,” “Masquerade” and the iconic title song.
The one-of-a-kind musical coming to Mumbai marks yet another reflection of the Centre’s promise of creating a home for the art, artist, and the audience.
Tickets start from INR 1250 onwards. Book now on nmacc.com or bookmyshow.com.
Note: This production contains smoke, haze, strobe lighting and loud sound effects. It is suitable for ages 7 and above.
For more information about ‘The Phantom of The Opera’, visit thephantomoftheopera.com/
About the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre
The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre is a first-of-its-kind, multi-disciplinary space in the sphere of arts, within the Jio World Centre, located in the heart of Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex.
The Cultural Centre is home to three performing arts spaces: the majestic 2,000-seater Grand Theatre, the technologically advanced 250-seater Studio Theatre, and the dynamic 125-seater Cube. The Cultural Centre also features the Art House, a four-storey dedicated visual arts space built as per global museum standards with the aim of housing an array of exhibits and installations from the finest artistic talent across India and the world.
Spread across its concourses is a captivating mix of public art by renowned Indian and global artists, including ‘Kamal Kunj’ – one of the largest Pichwai paintings in India.
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The Box Five Club:
The Really Useful Group has launched The Box Five Club, a hub for fans of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musicals to explore unseen archives, behind-the-scenes moments, new videos, articles, and previews from new shows and music. Fans can sign up for free at boxfiveclub.com, which will subscribe them to the curated newsletter featuring first looks, news, articles, and video content, early access to tickets and events for all Lloyd Webber shows, including THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, as well as additional member benefits.
Please sign up for more information at TheBoxFiveClub.com.
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