The Phantom of the Opera, Sofia 2024

I’m happy with the show. The music and execution were fantastic. It’s one of those events that sticks with you and leaves a lasting memory.

The team managed to sneak in some Bulgarian jokes and contemporary puns and localize the experience, particularly with Phantom’s signature. It was never PO.

It was difficult to find the cast – not on the show’s website or anywhere inside the venue. Leaving here for future reference, we had Nadim Naaman as the Phantom, Harriet Jones and Georgia Wilkinson as Christine, Lara Martins as Carlotta, and Dougie Carter as Raul. Sources – here and here.

This was the first time I had visited the number one hall of NDK (4K+ seats) since childhood. I researched where the music would be best. I think the 18th row was a bit far from the stage and I could’ve tried to find something closer, perhaps on another day.

It’s not too late to visit the show, it performs until Sunday.

4 thoughts on “The Phantom of the Opera, Sofia 2024

    1. The show changed over the years. 20 years ago it was likely more spectacular than now. According to Wikipedia, they simplified the stage setup for cost savings. Who knows:) I saw what I saw.

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