Phantom of the Opera Backstage Revealed: Mechanical Sets Create a Magnificent Stage
The musical "The Phantom of the Opera" is now showing at the Taipei Performing Arts Center. Revealing backstage secrets today, the production features an international technical team and precise computer-controlled effects, offering a highly immersive theatrical experience.
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(Central News Agency reporter Zhao Jing-yu, Taipei 23rd) The classic musical "The Phantom of the Opera" is currently being staged at the Taipei Performing Arts Center. Today, backstage secrets were revealed: remote-controlled boats combined with dry ice and smoke create the beautiful scenery of the underground lake, and the masquerade scene features a mix of real and fake mannequins scattered on a grand staircase, creating a dazzling effect.
Since "The Phantom of the Opera" first came to Taiwan and performed at the National Theater in 2006, it has toured large venues like the Taipei Arena. Now returning to a theater space, the production scale remains astonishing. This time, the entire production mobilized about 37 actors, working together with an international technical team of about 60 people and 30 local Taiwanese staff. On stage, over 250 magnificent costumes and precise mechanical devices operate interchangeably, showcasing the charm of the Phantom.
The backstage was opened today to reveal secrets. Classic scenes, such as the "Angel Statue" of the Paris Opera House, were modeled after the roof statues of the Paris Opera House. The boats in the underground lake in the play are operated by remote control, and effects like chandeliers and smoke are precisely controlled by computers. The most representative crystal chandelier has been changed from being suspended above the audience to a built-in design, becoming part of the stage scenery.
Different from the stage at Weiwuying, the stage of "The Phantom of the Opera" at the Taipei Performing Arts Center is closer to the audience. The acoustic effects, combined with the singers' performances, give the audience a more immersive feeling.
Samuel Wyn-Morris, who plays the "Phantom", said in a joint media interview today that the stage at the Taipei Performing Arts Center is closer to the audience, allowing him to be more open and himself. He doesn't need exaggerated acting methods for the audience to feel the progression of the plot.
Wyn-Morris stated that he believes the character of "Phantom" represents desire. Whether it is his love for the heroine Christine or his expectations for the performance stage, it is full of desires.
Grace Roberts, who plays Christine, said the power of the character "Christine" comes from compassion and sympathy, which is a quiet but powerful force.
Rory McCollum, who plays Raoul, stated that he uses a stable singing voice and restrained interpretation to show the protective and firm side of the character, "The most important thing about this character is integrity." The three main characters have distinct layers, making this performance not just a reproduction of a classic, but more like a theatrical experience where one can enjoy "The Phantom of the Opera" up close.
The musical "The Phantom of the Opera" is being performed at the Grand Theater of the Taipei Performing Arts Center from now until May 17, and at the Grand Theater of the National Taichung Theater from May 26 to June 7. (Editor: Guan Zhong-wei) 1150423
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Since "The Phantom of the Opera" first came to Taiwan and performed at the National Theater in 2006, it has toured large venues like the Taipei Arena. Now returning to a theater space, the production scale remains astonishing. This time, the entire production mobilized about 37 actors, working together with an international technical team of about 60 people and 30 local Taiwanese staff. On stage, over 250 magnificent costumes and precise mechanical devices operate interchangeably, showcasing the charm of the Phantom.
The backstage was opened today to reveal secrets. Classic scenes, such as the "Angel Statue" of the Paris Opera House, were modeled after the roof statues of the Paris Opera House. The boats in the underground lake in the play are operated by remote control, and effects like chandeliers and smoke are precisely controlled by computers. The most representative crystal chandelier has been changed from being suspended above the audience to a built-in design, becoming part of the stage scenery.
Different from the stage at Weiwuying, the stage of "The Phantom of the Opera" at the Taipei Performing Arts Center is closer to the audience. The acoustic effects, combined with the singers' performances, give the audience a more immersive feeling.
Samuel Wyn-Morris, who plays the "Phantom", said in a joint media interview today that the stage at the Taipei Performing Arts Center is closer to the audience, allowing him to be more open and himself. He doesn't need exaggerated acting methods for the audience to feel the progression of the plot.
Wyn-Morris stated that he believes the character of "Phantom" represents desire. Whether it is his love for the heroine Christine or his expectations for the performance stage, it is full of desires.
Grace Roberts, who plays Christine, said the power of the character "Christine" comes from compassion and sympathy, which is a quiet but powerful force.
Rory McCollum, who plays Raoul, stated that he uses a stable singing voice and restrained interpretation to show the protective and firm side of the character, "The most important thing about this character is integrity." The three main characters have distinct layers, making this performance not just a reproduction of a classic, but more like a theatrical experience where one can enjoy "The Phantom of the Opera" up close.
The musical "The Phantom of the Opera" is being performed at the Grand Theater of the Taipei Performing Arts Center from now until May 17, and at the Grand Theater of the National Taichung Theater from May 26 to June 7. (Editor: Guan Zhong-wei) 1150423
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