The Phantom of the Opera in Manila

  I cannot believe that I have seen The Phantom of the Opera today! I was just listening to the movie OST these past few days when I came to know the play is up until the first week of April at The Theatre in Solaire Resort and Casino. I have work during weekdays so I've decided to watch it this weekend.

I just wore a casual clothing, a sort of Bohemian inspired top, and gray fitting pants. I also brought my coat with me just in case its very cold at The Theatre. The traffic as usual was worse. It took me one and a half hour to get there. I arrive thirty minutes before the start of the show. I chose the afternoon schedule. I don't like to watch at night because its really tiring. I am sure the traffic is going to be twice as heavy, and its just late for me.

The Theatre is not that so big but I find it still nice. The seats at the balcony are not that spacious. I wish for more leg room. I often get a seat near the aisle since I frequent the restroom. What can I say about the show? The show was fantastic! Its just quite similar to the movie version. The only difference is the actor can change their lines like Boracay was mentioned but its not really in the original script. The lightning, and the special effects, and sounds were superb! Very good cast. For me they are all talented! (I have experienced being a part of a theatre play before, and I can say its hard. I played the Pharaoh in "Joseph the Dreamer," before for our English class during my college days.) So I have big admiration for all of the cast, and staff of the production.

I have always enjoyed watching theatre plays even before. We used to watch local plays before as a requirement for our Filipino class during my high school days.

I also enjoyed buying a few items, souvenirs from The Theatre Shop, located near the entrance to The Theatre. The merchandise were pricey but its okay because they are not always here. Today was the last day of the Phantom of the Opera show. I also spoke to one of the store staff, all the merchandise will already be pulled out today. I bought the unisex shirt (P 1,500.00), Diamante necklace (P 1,500.00), coffee mug (P 800.00), phantom bear (P 1,500.00), silk rose (P 600.00), original soundtrack cd (P 1,000.00), and souvenir magazine (P1,000.00).

Its a tiring but fulfilling day today. Watching The Phantom of the Opera, has been a great reward for myself. It has been a truly great Saturdate!

(April 6, 2019 Saturday was the last day of The Phantom of the Opera in Manila)