Are you absolutely sure that a sequel to Phantom is the way to go?! Surely the main impact of the original ending is that it is just that - an ending of the Phantom and Christine's "relationship"? For me, the real tragedy of "Phantom of the Opera" is that the Phantom is left, after all his hopes and efforts with Christine, alone. That said, I will of course be listening eagerly for the release of the new show and the soundtrack! - D Hollis
Another question! I have always wondered what process you go through to create your musicals. Do you write the melody with piano accompaniment first and then 'expand' it to a full orchestra score or is it the other way round? How long does it usually take to compose a song or section of instrumental music? From my experiences with AS Level music composing a piece of music can be a very long drawn-out business but that may just be me! Thanks - D Hollis
I'd like to ask Mr Lloyd Webber if he's ever heard of a musical entitled Rameses? I recall being in it when I was a child but there's no trace of it now. There were lovely songs in it - The Burning Bush, A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey etc. Now if he were to work his charm on it I'd be rushing to the West End to watch that one!
I am a massive fan. I teach drama and musical theatre all because I saw Phantom at the tender age of 11 and was hooked -so thanks! What are your views on the rather snobbish view that musical theatre is not 'real' theatre? Please keep up the good work.
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Are you absolutely sure that a sequel to Phantom is the way to go?! Surely the main impact of the original ending is that it is just that - an ending of the Phantom and Christine's "relationship"? For me, the real tragedy of "Phantom of the Opera" is that the Phantom is left, after all his hopes and efforts with Christine, alone. That said, I will of course be listening eagerly for the release of the new show and the soundtrack! - D Hollis
Posted by: hollisfamily5 on Mon Mar 17 05:59PM | Report abuseWhat was your original inspiration? Is it still the same now, or has your inspiration changed with time, or the work you are producing?
Posted by: j.tisdale585 on Mon Mar 17 06:00PM | Report abuseAnother question! I have always wondered what process you go through to create your musicals. Do you write the melody with piano accompaniment first and then 'expand' it to a full orchestra score or is it the other way round? How long does it usually take to compose a song or section of instrumental music? From my experiences with AS Level music composing a piece of music can be a very long drawn-out business but that may just be me! Thanks - D Hollis
Posted by: hollisfamily5 on Mon Mar 17 06:01PM | Report abuseI love all of your musicals especially Phantom and Cats. How long does it take for the audition processes to be a lead in one of your musicals?
Posted by: super_rock_chic on Mon Mar 17 06:08PM | Report abuseI'd like to ask Mr Lloyd Webber if he's ever heard of a musical entitled Rameses? I recall being in it when I was a child but there's no trace of it now. There were lovely songs in it - The Burning Bush, A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey etc. Now if he were to work his charm on it I'd be rushing to the West End to watch that one!
Posted by: amanda.sumner123 on Mon Mar 17 06:15PM | Report abuseI am a massive fan. I teach drama and musical theatre all because I saw Phantom at the tender age of 11 and was hooked -so thanks! What are your views on the rather snobbish view that musical theatre is not 'real' theatre? Please keep up the good work.
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