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...here again. You stop and wonder to yourself, "Is it really worth all this hype? Can any musical in existence live up to the expectations people have created for it? Most of all, is it really worth going through the hellish hassle called TicketMaster to get tickets to "The Phantom of the Opera...
...glorious splendor that is the Wang Center, the latest production of "The Phantom of the Opera" to hit Boston lives up to--and beyond--the legend it has created for itself. From the magnificently ornate costumes to the familiar and crystal-clear melodies rising from the orchestra pit, the now world-famous production is still a breathtaking waltz into the heart of the most romantic lunatic that ever lived...
Although some may find the fact a bit disappointing, "Phantom" refuses to become a melodramatic, action-packed dance routine. It boasts neither the heart-wrenching moments of "Les Miserables," nor the mind-blowing special effects demonstrated in "Tommy." Rather, it relies solely on the strength of its music, and on the voices of its actors. Fortunately, since every member of the cast sparkles with talent, this sets the stage for a performance that could easily be enjoyed with one's eyes closed the entire time...
...true strength of the performance is drawn from its two central characters of Christine (Sandra Joseph) and the Phantom (Rick Hilsabeck), and rightfully so. Joseph's melodious voice reflects a variety of emotions as well as a wide range of musical talent. From enchanted protege to frightened secret lover to, finally, enraged victim, her version of Christine emits a perfect balance of both weakness and strength, and both rapture and terror...
Bill Roy actually leads several lives. As a skeet shooter, he is on target to win a gold medal at the Atlanta Games. As an Air Force major, he pilots an F4-E Phantom II jet. In a previous assignment, he was an instructor of American literature at the Air Force Academy, teaching such classics as Moby Dick. He is also a Sunday school teacher, the leader of a Boy Scout troop, a husband and the father of five daughters. Is he superhuman? Not really, says Roy: "I feel like I'm just an ordinary guy who can do extraordinary...