Phantom of the Opera in Broadway NYC: everything you need to know about the musical

With The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, you'll take a trip back to Paris at the end of the 19th century. Oh là là! It's impossible not to get goosebumps watching this musical, which takes place in the imposing Majestic Theater on a stage lit only by candles. The only downside is that it's no longer available on Broadway, so you'll have to travel to London or Madrid to see it.

The Phantom of the Opera has been impressing audiences for over a century, first in print and then, since 1986, on stage. The story of this unique character, who wanders behind the scenes at the Théâtre Garnier in Paris, killing anyone who dares to look at him, first appeared in 1909 and captivated readers.

This strange ghost was up to his old tricks again and became the star of the longest-running musical in Broadway history. I'll leave you with all the information in case this legendary musical returns to the stage. In the meantime, you can also take a look at other Broadway musicals that are still running.

Missing out on tickets for The Phantom of the Opera in New York is not an option. So take note of these tips. We're talking about a world-famous musical, so the best advice I can give you is to buy your tickets online and well in advance.

If you follow these recommendations, the minimum price you can pay is €50 and the highest price is around €500 if you travel to New York at Christmas, but that's in the most exclusive area of the theater.

Christmas is a special time in New York, and winter is the perfect excuse to shelter from the cold and enjoy a good musical in the warmth of the theater. Here are the best tours to see the Christmas lights after leaving The Phantom of the Opera.

Another reason why I recommend buying your ticket online is so you don't have to wait (and despair) in New York's hellish queues, especially in winter when temperatures drop to 2 degrees Celsius. That way, you can just enjoy the fantastic duet from your seat, which you will have gotten at the best price and with better visibility than if you had bought it at the last minute at the box office.

The rule for saving money is very simple: the earlier you buy, the less you'll pay for your tickets and the better the view you'll have. It's pure mathematics. If you know in advance that you're going to New York, it's best to buy your tickets two or three months in advance to get the best price. The 1 p.m. performances are much cheaper than the evening ones.

In this case, an excellent website for purchasing tickets is Hellotickets because you can see the stage virtually, pay in euros, and read the information in Spanish, which will make your life easier if you are not fluent in the language of Shakespeare.

Seeing the musical from one seat or another can make the difference between the performance being a disappointment because you can't see it well or an unforgettable experience. The good news is that the Majestic Theater does not have balconies, which are usually the section furthest from the stage with the worst views and, therefore, also the cheapest.

Here are the two types of seats available, from the most economical to the most exclusive:

• Mezzanine (from €50): this section covers the first floor of the theater and is the cheapest. Within this area, you have two options: the sides and the center. If you want a great view of the stage at a good price, your best option is the center seats.

• Orchestra (from €100): if you are a discerning traveler who appreciates culture and quality and doesn't mind splashing out, this will be your favorite area. Ideally, you should sit from the fourth row onwards (as in a movie theater), which are the premium seats. This way, you will have incredible views of the stage with a wide and very complete perspective, more so than if you sit in the very front row.

Nuria's Traveler Tip

The Majestic Theater is one of the largest on Broadway with nearly 1,700 seats. Choose your seat carefully and make sure it's not too far from the stage!

This classic is performed at the Majestic Theatre, one of the oldest theaters on Broadway with nearly a century of history and, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful. It is considered a historic landmark in New York City.

Did you know that the theater's stage was enlarged to accommodate the show's complex set pieces? Subsequently, the walking corpse has traveled the boards of half the world: Madrid, Buenos Aires, Mexico... A bad bug never dies!

Location of the Majestic Theater: 245 West 44th Street, between Broadway and 8th Avenue

Nuria's Traveler Tip

Don't miss the impressive ceiling of the Majestic Theater!

• Monday: 8 p.m.
• Tuesday: closed on some Tuesdays (not all)
• Wednesday: 7 p.m.
• Thursday: 7:00 p.m.
• Friday: 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
• Sunday: 5 p.m.

The Phantom of the Opera is performed every day of the week (except some Tuesdays). In total, there are eight performances per week, each lasting two and a half hours with an intermission. Perfect for grabbing a snack at the theater bar or stretching your legs!

The Phantom of the Opera, which has won seven Tony Awards (the Oscars of US theater), including Best Musical, is a magnificent theatrical adaptation of the novel by French writer and journalist Gaston Leroux, a pioneer of popular mystery novels and famous for his detective and horror stories.

The musical tells the story of a disfigured phantom with his face covered by a half mask who roams the Paris Opera House and spreads terror among the audience. The phantom falls in love with a young soprano and vows to turn her into a new opera star. To do so, he will mold the young woman's extraordinary talents and use every weapon at his disposal (even kidnapping her) to keep her by his side. Throughout this tale of obsession and jealousy, there will be deaths, revenge... and lots of excitement!

The best thing: the impressive orchestra on stage

What can you expect from the musical? What will surprise you most, without a doubt, is its impressive live orchestra. You'll feel like you're in one of the great European operas! In addition, the songs, sung with care in an intimate atmosphere, will give you goosebumps. The costume changes, the irony and humor of the protagonist, the surprises, the candles... Everything is impressive!

Did you know?

To create the famous character, Leroux was inspired by real events that he investigated as a journalist, whose findings he published over five months in the French newspaper Le Gaulois.

If your stomach is rumbling after the show, I suggest you recharge your batteries with a good American hamburger and lots of rock and roll. My favorite place on Broadway is the Hard Rock Cafe.

The place has a lot of memorabilia from legends such as The Beatles, the King of Rock, Elvis Presley, and more recent stars such as Madonna. Here you'll find some of their iconic costumes! The relics found in this bar are more famous than its food.

• Prices: from €25 per person
• Where: in Times Square, at 1501 Broadway.
• Hours: open every day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Should I eat dinner before the musical?

Be careful! As the saying goes, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do," a famous piece of advice that recommends adapting to the customs and habits of a place. In the US, dinner is eaten very early, between 5 and 7 p.m., so you might want to consider having a snack before the musical, because when you leave, you may find that many restaurants are closed.

A movie-worthy restaurant (literally) on Broadway

If you're more into cinema , I'm sure you'll love Bubba Gump restaurant, inspired by one of my favorite movies, Forrest Gump. In this case, their specialty isn't chocolate bonbons like the movie's protagonist, but fish and seafood.

And if you're still hungry, here's a complete gastronomic guide to the 10 best places to eat in New York. Bon appétit!

Prices: from €17 per person on average.
Where: in Times Square, at 1501 Broadway.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

If after reading this post you still have doubts about whether you'll like The Phantom of the Opera, here's a list of the 10 best Broadway musicals for the 2026 season in New York. Check them out!

• The Lion King, my favorite choice.
• Aladdin, ideal for all audiences.
• Chicago, considered one of the longest-running American musicals in the history of the industry.
• Wicked
• Moulin Rouge