I had been waiting to watch Phantom of the Opera since I was in first grade (I got sick and couldn't go). What better way to experience it for the first time than on the new Vegas set that cost 40 million dollars to build??
I had high expectations going in knowing how much money was put into this production, and let me tell you it met everyone of them and beyond! Everything was absolutely amazing. The first 10 minutes of the show I had chills running down my body from the powerful orchestra playing the main theme song; Andrew Lloyd Webber is genius, composed in the 80s and I'd still rock out to those jams in my car!
The cast was spectacular. The woman who played Christine (I think her name was Kristine also..?) had the most pure voice. The Phantom was fantastic as well. Everyone made the story very believable and exciting to watch. Their costumes were so elaborate and beautiful.
The set was simply amazing. For the first 30 minutes I honestly thought those mannequins would start movin' around- they look so damn real. I didn't know they could possible do so much on that small of an area such as a stage.
All and all a simply superb production. I applaud all of the participants. I believe we paid $100 for a first row balcony seat. They were a bit further than I had liked. Our seats were great , but I could just imagine how many more stars I would have added if we were closer!