‘The Phantom of the Opera’ will make India debut next year

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--‘The Phantom of the Opera.’ on stage from March 5, 2025 – just in time for its two-year anniversary.

Speaking on the occasion, Founder & Chairperson Mrs. Nita Ambani said, 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.

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’ is regarded 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, it became the longest-running show in the history of Broadway, surpassing CATS with its 7,486th performance.

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.