Finally had a chance to go watch a musical in London and it's Phantom of the Opera! This can be compared to a farang coming to Thailand watch the thai cultural show or smthn i think.
As you may (or may not) have known, theatre here is relatively more popular (and more interesting) in both British and European's mind. Well, it better be because this show I watched has been running for 20 years or so now everyday except Sunday, once everyday, twice on Saturday and people filled up the whole theatre as you can see in the picture.
The theatre was just awesome. Just looking at how they built and decorated the place made me feel like I've really paid for something. Props springing out from the floor out of nowhere. Band of orchestra playing right there live. Actors singing and dancing dressing in vivid 18th century dress. This is doubtlessly one of the best national art.
Advice for those who wanna watch.
Let someone in London book a ticket for you first. (or try your luck getting half price ticket if you plan to stay there for a while) This can be risky especially on Saturday since more people tend to watch on Saturday.
Go read the plot otherwise you wont understand many things.
Listen to the music (youtube) before for enhanced experience : )
Actually, pictures not supposed to be taken but I managed to get quite a few. Too bad I didnt dare take vids lol.
Two months in UK
watch a musical --- checked.
coming up next week, trip to York.
next next week, christmas market in Birmingham.
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