New Christine Joins The Phantom of the Opera

Marni Raab is gearing up to step into the shoes of Christine in the Phantom of the Opera.  Previously Raab played in the role on the world and U.S. national tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famous production.  Raab will join the Broadway cast starting at the evening performance on August 20.  The Phantom of the Opera is playing at the Majestic Theater and is Broadway’s longest running show.  It is currently in its 21st year in New York.

Raab becomes the 13th actress to be cast as Christine in the Broadway production and follows such actresses as: Sarah Brightman, Karen Culliver, Sandra Joseph and Jennifer Hop Wills.  The Phantom of the Opera is based on the novel by Gaston Leroux and it boasts music by Andrew Lloyd Webber.  The show has remained one of the most popular shows around the U.S. and the world.  Be sure not to miss Raab make her debut and buy your own pair of The Phantom of the Opera tickets.

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