No problems with heads in front and I'm only 5 ft 6. strangely though I do find the seats uncomfortable, the seat pad itself seems large and very square so for my smaller legs my feet barely touched the floor, the seats also seem to lean backwards. 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). Grand Circle, Seats D14, D15 and D16 were fantastic. London, (Editor's note: * 'Swing' - performer who can fill in for a number of other performers if they are absent. Having loved the interpretation of the movie, I thought I should see the stage play, and I thought it was amazing! Only problem was too high up, but managed to get shifted, which was thanks to the staff of the theatre, This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in Australia. Hands down, the best seats in this theatre are the front rows of the dress circle. We sat in the Royal Circle and found the seating cramped and the view inferior to a good Stalls seat. The cream of the crop, however, is anywhere fairly central up to row J in the stalls though the first two rows of the dress circle aren't bad either. 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. Rachel Barrell was also excellent as Christine. 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. This show, along with 'Les Misrables', is one of the "crown jewels" of West End theatre. Yes view is restricted. She was very impressive and did the musical justice - easily bettering Sarah Brightman for anyone who listens to the original CD. In fact, the only positive to come from such an abysmal evening was Rachel Barrell as Christine. Make the most of the situation and dont sweat the small stuff! It sits low, so you don't feel you are peering down on a show, and it is relatively close to the stage. The priciest seats are also the best, smack bang in the centre of the front rows. Would have been happy to pay full price for better seats but no cooperation from Theatre Tickets Direct. She lifted the slightly flat acting of the Phantom wonderfully and kept Raoul's head above water. 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. This was incredibly disappointing too. . A special mention to Oliver Thornton as Raoul.absolutely terrible! My first problem was Raoul. This show knocks spots off the movie and I am currently reading the novel, struggling a little with it as it is quite different. Went to see The Jersey Boys on Wednesday 8th Feb at His Majesty's Aberdeen. Stalls F16 and F17: And bigger orchestra Front Row Seats. I have to disagree with the other reviewers who have said Raoul was "awful", he's meant to be lame and drippy, that's the idea! 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. So go see the show. However stay clear of cheap side seats! Went last night (8th January 2018) sitting in N14 in the stalls bought for 40 through the London Theatres January sale. The tickets were 40 each, reduced from 55 each as part of a Christmas offer; I would have happily paid full price given the quality of the seats and of the show. I want to see it again as soon as I can get ticket. Phantom of the Opera, 14Apr2019, I wanted to watch the play so bad, I took a chance on the seat. It would seem this row has been made smaller due to the premium seats in front of it, but having the asile seat meant I could stretch my legs out fully was the only saving grace. The theatre was quite warm for a chilly night, only felt cold when side door near the seats was open. It gave the whole performance a strident edge that I did not enjoy. Not just slightly rubbish, but really, really rubbish. HISTORY OF THE STAGE. 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. All very friendly, approachable and cheerful. 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). And no matter how creepy Ramin Karimloo's 'Phantom' can be, his singing is beautiful and will blow you away. I was aware my Husband was uncomfortable all night and it was a pleasure when it was all over. __________________________________. The service could also benefit from being freshened up. I just about saw Raoul and the managers in their box during 'Think Of Me'. I'll keep this short as I have done a review before. I assume she is an understudy or cover, and she was fantastic both in her voice and acting; there was a real connection on stage between her and the Phantom, Geronimo Rauch. It sits low, so you dont feel you are peering down on a show, and it is relatively close to the stage. I don't usually complain but having paid 85 or thereabouts for the seat I felt a little upset. 18th November 2011, 7:30pm So for a show which is all about the relationships between the characters it failed. 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. It was a pleasure to see her perform, other than being beautiful she acts astoundingly well and really feels the music. The rest of the cast were completely fine, notably Sofia Escobar who was excellent as Christine. My boyfriend did say his knees hurt from no leg room, although this was not a problem for me as Im shorter. I was very annoyed that the whole thing was played to the Stalls, because not everyone can afford 50 a ticket. We purchased our tickets from the TKTS booth in Leicester Square and were seated in the circle on the second row and the seats were very good and we had a great view. I took my mother to see this show as a birthday treat on the 25th June 2005 and it certainly didn't disappoint. Purchased tickets for here for a show in July. As for the show itself, it is hard to describe how wonderful it is, the music, the storyline etc. BEWARE These seats have restricted viewing (although not sold as such ) the floor of the balcony cuts off the top of the stage. Seat prices change according to demand for a particular performance. She should have got the Phantom!!! Otherwise a great view with slight obstruction of front left of the stage. On taking our seats we could not help but notice how impressive the set looked even pre-show. _________________________________________, 9th July 2015. Why do actors have seats at the front of the stage? But then I found your website, and spent over an hour reading anything and everything Phantom-related, and so it were that yesterday we stood for all of 45 minutes outside Her Majesty's Theatre, and got ourselves two tickets for the matinee, in the 4th row (stalls!) The costumes and sets were magnificent. Not being a fan of Lloyd Webber works, I must confess a soft spot for Phantom. However, having read a couple of scathing reviews (the Theatremonkey Opinion included), the more rational part of me was expecting a load of over-sentimentalized nonsense. 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! I could see all the stage perfectly clearly without leaning forward at all (and I'm only average height - 5ft8"). We sell these seats because for many fans a restricted/side view is . - and would recommend anyone to see it 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. He was physically imposing, powerful, menacing and sensitive. It needs a reason to be kept going; new energy and fervour. Paul Johnson Willenhall. Having now also sat in the Stalls, the depth of the stage is more visible from the upper levels, for example from the Dress Circle I could see the entire blanket of smoke covering the stage floor, whereas from the Stalls (F16, F17) the floor of the stage is at eye level so from that angle the blanket of smoke appeared as a thin layer overflowing the stage. 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. Despite one of the Front of House making an announcement just before the show began that people should NOT change seats and sit in seats that were unoccupied (in case of latecomers - hmmmmy opinion is that if you are late, you should have to wait at the back until the interval but maybe I'm harsh! So, I couldn't see the stage properly, and I couldn't just close my eyes and listen. Im not normally a grouch! Leg room was very good, even for long legs. There's still things I would change though - I've never liked the "prima donna" song and could quite happily chop that out of the show and also trim down some of the ballet scenes. You only miss a slight amount of action far left of the stage but nothing too noticeable. I couldn't have been more wrong, from the very beginning I was hooked and when the chandelier swings into the audience with the spine chilling music the hairs stood up on the back of my neck. ____________________________, We were disappointed in this production (August 2007), and aghast that Carlotta had a much nicer voice than Christine! With Sofia she seemed a bit more mature to compliment; but with Katie she acted so much younger, they did seem like childish yet lovable girlfriends. It must have been eight months or so since I saw it and, as far as I can tell, since then only the Raoul has changed which, frankly, can only be a blessing. 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 . Best are B 13 and 14. I was a little worried when I read about the huge cast overhaul that had been made a couple of days prior but I needn't have worried - I found the show magical, I sat mesmerised throughout the whole performance and had constant shivers running up and down my spine that started the moment they raised the chandelier at the auction house to the very end, it was wonderful! although we are both over 6ft tall, which no doubt helped. 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. Micke & Marita, Ume, Sweden. Maximum 2 per person, first come, first served. It swivels when not in use and is flat on the stage. Over all, an excellent afternoon's entertainment, especially as we had only paid 33.00 for our seats as part of a group discount." For an untrained singer his natural vocal technique is outstanding. I have since listened to the music from the original cast (Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman), but in my opinion, Earl Carpenter (Phantom) and Rachel Barrell (Christine) are far more talented. There . I had to phone See again, and after much discussion over the phone, they begrudgingly gave me their complaints department email address (something very difficult to find online). I would like to make a comment on the front of house staff at Her Majesty's Theatre: they were all so pleasant, courteous and friendly and also very on the ball about monitoring bad behaviour and use of phones. Great views and right in the middle of the seating so good overall view and sound. The sound was much better from row N. I picked up almost every word, the view was much better, especially the effects and scenery. Maybe he is quite new to the role, I'm not sure, but he is instantly forgettable; and there was far greater chemistry between Christine and the Phantom - she should have stayed with the Phantom and told Raoul to clear off! ____________________________________, Show Review: I didnt know whether I would like this show as I find Andrew Lloyd Webber shows a bit schmaltzy; but I have to say this was one of the best shows I have ever seen. And, given the new awareness of safe spaces, its generally not too confronting to sit in the front row. In fact we were so impressed we went to the Stage Door (and missed our train, but it was worth it). It was extraordinary. 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 . I felt sorry for Earl that he had to work with such a bad performer who was overacting all the time. I had to read it up on wikipaedia afterwards, oops. She doesn't look like a young girl at all but more like a witch, especially when she sings. Quite simply it was the cast. Mark Lane, ______________________________. Don't get me wrong there was nothing BUT good I could say about the performance, however I just wanted to point out the problem that I encountered with Stalls G2 and that it may be useful for you to know. Plenty of leg room, being in the walkway. 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. Earl Carpenter as the Phantom showed potential, but isn't up to such a challenging role. Please.) Earl Carpenter in the lead was very good indeed though not in the same league as Crawford who we had seen on two occasions. Slight block from the right and left side of the stage depending on which side your seats are on. All three of us thought it was absolutely outstanding: John Owen-Jones was so powerful and charismatic as the Phantom, his voice was amazing (I was only sorry we didn't see as much of him as I would have liked! Katie Hall as Christine was what I hoped. The singing was superb (The Phantoms voice was a bit ropey in places, but the rest of the cast more than made up for that). _____________________, After waiting over 20 years to see 'Phantom' I finally made it over to the West End last week (10th September 2008). Holly-Anne Hull as Christine is fantastic. Yes view is restricted. Oliver Thornton as Raoul was also weak but I found his character unbelievable anyway and the love affair didn't engage my emotions at all. Having said this, these low points do not take away from the rest of the musical that when they hit the mark are absolutely breathtaking (such as Music of the Night or All I Ask of You - all versions!). ___________________________, Having read very mixed reviews of the front row seats at Her Majesty's Theatre I was a bit nervous about going to see 'The Phantom of the Opera 'for the 5th time and this time in row B seat 6. 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