The shows must go on – at least virtually! On April 2nd, Andrew Lloyd Webber announced a YouTube channel to watch many of his hit musicals. The Show Must Go On brings to audiences around the glove a series of behind-the-scenes access, popular show tunes, and full performances for viewing. This week features Webber’s most beloved musical, The Phantom of the Opera 25th anniversary special, recorded at the Royal Albert Hall back in 2011. The cast stars Sierra Boggess as Christine and Ramin Karimloo as the Phantom.
Full performances are available every Friday at 7 PM British Standard Time (2 PM Eastern) for 48 hours. The channel will continue airing other of Webber’s musicals over the next few weeks.
On Facebook, Andrew Lloyd Webber shares intimate thoughts of his work as well as at-home performances, including this touching video.
Beyond the Stage 