It’s no small wonder that the Phantom of the Opera is still playing after 30 years. The musical returns to Singapore for the second time this decade, and audience is expected to pack the auditorium.
The set of seemed to be smaller than the previous production but it was more striking. A smaller staging area allowed for intimate interaction among the cast. The sound, the main complaints for the theatre, was perfect on the gala night.
Jonathan Roxmouth has the stage presence as the menacing Phantom, and still shows his vulnerability in the tender moments. Meghan Picerno’s Christine has a sense of innocence and her songs were handled well. I liked the voice of Matt Leisy’s Raoul but there chemistry was lacking between him and Meghan Picerno. Having said that, the show has good supporting cast members and they make the show exciting and enjoyable. And of course, the songs still sound catchy after all these years.
On the
opening night, guests were given a mask to wear during the performance. A nice thought by the presenter…
Phantom of
the Opera plays till 8 June 2019.
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