...lives at the Paris Opera House and she has lately taken singing lessons from a mysterious presence that calls himself “The Angel of Music” who her father had promised to send her. She believes this to be her father’s spirit. Christine’s childhood boyfriend named Raoul suddenly comes back to her life and eventually they get engaged. Christine’s “Angel of Music” turns out to be a mortal man whose face is horribly disfigured and who also has haunted the opera house as the “phantom”. He’s been living under the opera house in its cellars for years and is obsessively in love with Christine. He kidnaps Christine and Raoul must try to save her at the very bottom of the opera house. Raoul saves Christine and they live happily ever after. After Christine’s death years later, Raoul notices a red rose with a diamond ring on her grave that looks exactly like the ring the phantom gave to Christine (the phantom really did leave the ring and rose) meaning the phantom is still alive and will never ever stop loving Christine – even after she’s long gone. The Novel “Le Fantome de l’Opera” was somewhat easy to read. I also enjoyed the book 100%. I ‘am absolutely a huge “Phantom of the Opera” fan and forever will be. The plot is so romantic and mysterious to me. I did have to look up a few words, not so many though. The author Gaston Leroux definitely did have “Langan’s Four Steps to Good Writing”. The incident I was most affected by was when Christine chose Raoul over the phantom. I really think she...
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...After completing The Phantom of the Opera, I remained stunned! The novel was absolutely phenomenal! I fell in love with every single aspect of the story; the characters, the plot, the setting, the themes, the figurative language. Everything, all of it was (as I will say frequently) beyond compare. Now getting on to the story itself… Like I mentioned in my first reflection my predictions were wrong and as I read on I learned what was wrong with them. For example, I predicted a forbidden love although with whom it would be with, there was in fact, a forbidden love. The forbidden love was between the rich, aristocrat, Raoul, and the poor, peasant girl, Christine Daaé who was kidnapped by the phantom, Erik. The story basically goes like so: Erik...
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...Portera English IV 22 January 2015 The Phantom of the Opera Inspiration to Novel to Film Contemporary Authors Online. Novels for Students. Vol. 20. Farmington Hills: Thomson Gale, 2005. 137-39. Print. Contemporary Authors Online are the first to tell us that the events that happen in the novel are based on events that actually happened. They also tell us that it is influenced by Hunchback of Notre Dame. Although this article does not explain any differences between the novel and film adaptations, it does mention that with each new rendition of the novel comes with a bigger audience that is curious to learn more. Since this article does not explain any film adaptations, it does give us a more input on who Gaston Leroux...
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...Love 1 Skye Love ENGL 1150-020 Matt Williams 6 November 2015 Phantom of the Opera What is a disability? The term itself can be defined as “a physical or mental handicap, especially one that prevents a person from living a full, normal life” (Dictionary.com). In media, disabilities are numerous and can be depicted in a variety of ways. In the film, Phantom of the Opera, the 2004 version, directed by Joel Schumacher, stereotypes for those with disabilities arise. The reason why the Phantom of the Opera can be looked at as a film that enforces a stereotype is because of the phantom himself. Due to his deformity, the phantom presents that the disabled are evil and should be kept away from their present societies. When a present society rejects one based on their disability, they are bound to seek revenge. According to Jack Nelson’s, “Broken Images: Portrayals of Those with Disabilities in American Media”, “disabled villains rail against their “fate” and vow to...
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...The dark, scary, and terrifying all contribute to the genre known as gothic literature. These elements can all be depicted in multiple ways however. Mysterious, supernatural beings and deeply felt emotions are the two that most directly apply to The Phantom of the Opera composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Frankenstein written by Mary Shelley. The Phantom of the Opera brings forth a love-crazed sociopath who strives to flourish his love with a lead soprano in an opera house. The Phantom inflicts terror and pain into “those who come between” (Webber) him and Christine, the soprano he cares for. The Phantom acts as an angel-like being, seeking to protect Christine and his opera house no matter the cost. He is an omniscient, mysterious character and throughout the play, little is revealed about his true identity. The Phantom’s deep emotional connection with Christine is also present throughout the play . and causes him to act in irrational ways The Phantom has a growing discontent with Christine due to her not loving him in “'the same way that he does to her. Throughout the play, The Phantom kills off the surrounding characters in order to draw himself closer to Christine, yet finally vanishes into thin air when he finally wins her love (Webber). Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein focuses on a dedicated scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who’s infatuation with creating new life lead to the creation of a repulsive creature. Frankenstein’s Monster is successfully created from various...
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...this unknown person was able to research the legend of the phantom and write about it thirty years after the actual occurrence. The novel itself begins with a whirlwind of rumors, dressing rooms, and children screaming to foreshadow the upcoming events of a “ghost” appearance (Leroux, add pg number) Eventually, the plot morphs into a tragic love story of a man with a deformed face who inevitably falls in love with the beautiful French opera singer, Christine Daae. At the time, everyone believes that the Phantom is just a ghost who haunts the opera house. Towards the end of the story we learn that the phantom, Erik, is a real person who is really not ghostly at all (Leroux 111). However, he sadly was cursed with a face so monstrous that even his mother could not look at him. After believing for so long that he could not love or be loved, Christine serves as light within his dark world. Overall, this story is ultimately a twisted love triangle. Not only is the phantom in love with Christine, but so is Count Chagny’s brother Raoul. Soon enough, Raoul discovers that Erik is in love with Christine as well and extreme tension is caused. Christine is put in a position where she is being torn between good and bad. She finds that she cannot allow herself to love Raoul because she is fearful of what Erik might do. She also...
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...20 2012 I am hooked on Broadway, for life! Touched by The Phantom of the Opera (1986), the first time I saw it was age 14. Andrew Lloyd Webber has won seven Tony Awards, four Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award; just to name a few 1. Andrew Lloyd Webber does not need our recognition – his legacy has already impacted millions worldwide! Webber is an accomplished composer. His success is exemplified by his passion for musical theater, smash hit The Phantom of the Opera (1986), and his continued support for the arts through the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation. I am inspired by Webber’s moving musical compilations and compulsion to press further even after making millions. Even at a young age, Webber knew what he wanted to do with his life. By the age of three, Webber showed an immense aptitude for the piano, but his mother stated “All the pieces he was supposed to play, he wouldn’t touch. He wanted to play his own tunes, and no others2.” I am profoundly impressed by Webber’s knack for knowing himself, and his drive to pursue his absolute passion in life. There is much wisdom to learn from someone who does what they love, and loves what they do! As I briefly stated, “Phantom” was my first introduction to theater. I have seen it 11 times since, not even including the film adaptation (2004). Needless to say, “Phantom” is my absolute favorite musical! Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera (1986) grossed a total of 3.3 billion dollars and has been attended...
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...1910 Gaston Leroux wrote the story The Phantom of the Opera who introduced the character Erik who suffered the same unfortunate disfigurement. Similar to Quasimodo, Erik was also shunned by society because of his grotesque face. As a child Erik was forced to live as a side show circus freak. Erik was also forced to live below the streets of Paris in the darkness as an adult. Similar to Quasimodo, Erik also lives without any signs of love or compassion until he falls in love with the beautiful Christine Daae. Esmeralda and Christine find themselves the objects of affection to these two disfigured men. Neither woman can reciprocate. Although the reader empathizes and falls in love with the characters Erik and Quasimodo, Christine and Esmeralda cannot look pass the face to love the man behind the deformity. As an adult Quasimodo is forced to live high above the Cathedral in the bell tower. Cut off from human contact except that of his adoptive father he spends his days alone. He is a simple man whose only knowledge comes from the books read to him. He seemed to be void of any emotion. His one purpose is to ring of the bells of the cathedral. He is a gentle soul who wishes no one harm. He quietly watches all the citizens below. He enjoys watching them interact. He is as devoted to his adoptive father as he is devoted to ringing the bells. On the other hand there is Erik, also known as the Phantom of the Opera. He spends his time below the Opera house...
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...The Persian is a major character from the Gaston Leroux novel The Phantom of the Opera. In the book he is the one who tells most of the background of Erik's history. He is referred to by Erik as the "daroga" (داروغه, Persian for "police-chief") and his memoirs are featured in five chapters of the novel. He appears in the Susan Kay fan novel Phantom as a major character named Nadir. In the 1925 silent film The Phantom Of The Opera, his character was changed into a secret French policeman named Ledoux that had been studying Erik as the Phantom for months. He still helps and accompanies Raoul to rescue Christine. In the musical, he does not appear although aspects of his character are merged with Madame Giry's. For instance, Madame Giry shows Raoul where Erik lives, however, unlike the Persian, she does not accompany him to Erik's lair. According to his account of himself in the novel, the Persian served as the chief of police (daroga) in the court of the Shah of Persia during the years that Erik was there. He refers to these times as "the rosy hours of Mazenderan". Being kindhearted, he helped Erik escape from Persia when the Shah-in-Shah ordered him executed, a trick that involved presenting a body washed up on the shore as Erik's. When news of the escape spread, the Shah-in-Shah punished the Persian by stripping him of his property and sending him into exile. The Persian later traveled to Paris and took up living in a small, middle-class flat in the Rue de Rivoli, across the...
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...musical that organization of music in time. In our life, we always notice speed for everything. Rhythm has some components that are beat, meter, accent, and tempo. The meter is common time. Generally, the first beats are accent in every section in common time meter. On the other hand, I know why conductor choose it as ending musical. The Les MiserablesLes has been popularized through numerous adaptations for the stage, television, and film, including a musical and a film adaptation of that musical, and the work was a great successes globally. It is also a great story. However, I favorite one is The Phantom of the Opera. Before I came to watch the concert, I know this musical. It is a really touching story, and it has some impressive musics. There are a lot of famous musical section, and also I like. Think of me, Prima Donna and The Phantom of the Opera, but I favorite is The phantom of the Opera.I think most of people have same feel.’ ...
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...which he produced his film versions of his plays and opened new musical theatre productions. He terminated that contract in January, 2003, and noted, "I'm not really part of Really Useful anymore, apart from owning it," (Wolf, p. 67). Webber is far from sitting still these days, however. He has a new stage musical in the works known as The Woman In White, based on Wilkie Collins' classic thrilled. Critics contend Webber is perfect for adapting the thriller into a musical, since it is "a great Victorian melodrama from an era he so admires," (Martland, p. 41). Webber is also revitalizing some of his old musicals to reopen in London's West End. He also successfully wrangled the rights back from Warner Brothers for the film rights to The Phantom of the Opera for $1 million-plus, a film that is now in post-production and due for December release, (Wolf, p. 67). Despite this flurry of activity and a spate of projects in the works, onlookers maintain that Webber needs a true smash hit to recapture his previous fame and fortune. The Woman in White is a show that some contend might be his next smash, Aside from his musical...
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...HUMA2104 (L1) Instructor: Ilari Kaila Submission Date: 26th November, 2014 Concert Report An Evening Concert of Opera concert had been performed by Carol Lin, Sandy Leung, Chen Young and Felix Suen on 25 October 2014 7:30 pm at Lecture Theatre at Lo Ka Chung Building in Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Several pieces of songs from opera has been performed, including Voi che sapete and Deh, vieni from The Marriage of Figaro by Mozart, O mio babbino caro from Gianni Schicchi, O Soave Fanciulla and Quando m’en vo’ from La Bohème, Un bel dì from Madama Butterfly and Nessun dorma from Turandot by Puccini, Barcarolle from The Tales of Hoffmann by Offenbach, L’amour est un oiseau rebelle (Habanera) and Près das remparts de Sèville (Seguidilla) from Carmen by Bizet, All I ask of You from The Phantom of the Opera and Con Te Partirò– Time to Say Goodbye by Sartori. In this essay, the general performance of the concert will be discussed. After that, the piece L’amour est un oiseau rebelle from Carmen by Bizet will be the main focus of this essay. The performance of the performers was good in general. A large range of opera and types of opera vocals has been introduced. However, the instrumentation is simple that only a piano accompaniment. Some effects like accord cannot be perfectly expressed. The song L’amour est un oiseau rebelle is from the opera Carmen. It is a French aria in a simple duple meter with minor key first. Tempo of this song is moderately slow,...
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...Of the three main elements of musical theatre, the most important is the book. According to the article “The Musical Book: Onward and Upward” by Peter Stone, musicals from the early nineteen hundreds were light-hearted in the plot and dialogue set up the songs. Later musicals became serious literary works as plot became more complex. The book is the blueprint of the musical according to the lecture. It is the most important element of the musical, because if the book isn’t strong or not collaborated well during this level, then the musical won’t succeed. For example, the musical film Glitter starring Mariah Carey is considered a commercial failure. It had barely any plot to it and was full of clichés. I remember watching it and asking myself...
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...New York. For a performance to be considered Broadway it must be held in any of the 40 professional theaters that have 500 or more seats found in this area. A performance to be held on Broadway is a mark of success that is considered to be the highest level attainable for commercial theater. Attending a production of Broadway theater is a popular tourist activity in New York. Over a billion dollars in Broadway theater tickets were sold in 2009 and 2010. The origins of Broadway history in New York did not begin until 1750 when Thomas Kean and Walter Murray opened a theater company on Nassau Street. This theater was large enough to hold 280 patrons and typically put on Shakespearian plays and ballad operas. One of the most popular ballad operas of the time was The Beggar’s Opera, by John Gay. Theater stopped in the...
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...The History of Theatre Alanna Leon Effective Essay Writing/COM/150 May 27, 2012 Michael Macbride The History of Theatre Theatre is a fantastic, entertaining, and very old art form. An evolution of storytelling, theatre is an expression of life. The history of theatre can be traced all the way back to the time of Ancient Greece. The art of theatre has survived many years and has evolved greatly during those years. A performance you would have seen in Ancient Greece is not at all what you would see in a performance today. Many things in theatre have changed, from the dialogue and costumes, to the sets, themes, and the playwrights themselves. Just as the human race has had to adapt to changes in order to survive over the years, theatre has done the same. There is one thing that has not changed all that much and that is that people still use theatre as an escape. While theatre was originally used as a form of worship to the Greek god Dionysus, the art of theatre has greatly evolved over the years and is now mainly used as a source of entertainment. There is not much history pertaining to the origin of theatre. Most research comes from wall paintings and hieroglyphics. One of the first dramas was performed in Egypt and is said to be the beginning of theatre. This drama was the Abydos passion play, involving the story of Osiris (Robinson, 2002). Most of the first recorded examples of theatre come to us from Ancient Greece. Ancient Grecians had four festivals honoring...
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