This is a must have for any DVD collection. I was actually at the performance when the filming was done. The sets are amazing, something new to see every time you look. Ben Lewis and Anna O'Bryne give memorable performances are The Phantom and Christine, and are well supported by Simon Gleeson, Sharon Millerchip and Maria Mercedes. The score is one the best Andrew Llyod webber has written and the vocal talents of the cast blend beautifully with it. My personal favorites are 'Til I hear you sing' and Beneath a moonless Sky
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PETER NULLE (Adalaide South Australia) (REAL NAME)
Outside of England, to my knowledge, Australia where I live, is the only other country to Have Love Never Dies currently showing, that finished in Melbourne Just before Christmas and is about to open In Sydney. I have seen the show twice now, The Phantom of the Opera I saw 5 times and it is my favourite Musical. In Love Never Dies the story continues with the Phantom Fleeing to Coney Island. 8 years has past and this is where the story takes up.I do not want to give too much away, but Christine is lured to Coney Island with her drunken husband and 8 year old son, to sing for a large sum of money which she really needs after her husband Raul has become an alcoholic, and lost all their money and wealth over the years, so this is Christine's chance to get back to the life she once enjoyed all those years ago.There is Drama, love and sadness as there was in the original Phantom of the opera and throughout Love Never Dies there are afew subtle references back to the original show through the music score, When Christine sings her signature song the scene too my breath away. If you loved Phantom of the Opera, you will love, Love never dies, Keep and open mind as the story unfolds as you follow this musical and I'm sure you will not be disappointed.I too had read negative reviews when the show opened in London, perhaps us Aussies do not pay much attention to other's views and would rather see it for ourselves before passing Judgement, I have no regrets spending my money to see this show, it was fantastic. Enjoy the dvd, feel the beautiful music score and enjoy the show.
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kathrynannabelle
I don't think that ALW intended for LND to be directly compared to Phantom. Phantom and LND are both different, but both VERY amazing/awesome/phantastic. even if the story is different from what some people think should happen, it's still a masterpiece and deserves to be recognized for its own music and story and actors, not for its prequel. the music is amazing. the cast is amazing in both productions. it's worth buying. keep an open mind and you'll be amazed.
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P. Tan(REAL NAME)
Just for clarification for others, the blu-ray is actually released in Australia and New Zeala nd. Having seen this in person live at Sydney Capitol, this live recording made in Melbourne is an accurate reproduction of what is currently playing in Sydney, so are the cast. Note that the arrangement and lyrics differs to the original London version, which has since improved. I strongly suggest you pick up a copy if you so happen to see the musical currently in Sydney, it is not region locked and will play on a US Playstation 3. The quality of the Blu-ray is amazing, down to each cast's expression, makeup, props and detailed/intricate costume designs. The camera can get really disorientating at times, I would rather have a version that has a camera angle that does not move. But this is as close as experiencing the live musical in person.
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Peter J. Duncan "Grampy 1" (Phoenix, AZ United Stat es) (REAL NAME)
I took my wife to see this performance in London, yes, Phoenix to London to see a play and it was the greatest experience's in my life. I have not seen the dvdbut just found out I can pre-order it. Best news of the new year for me. When this play comes to the States we will going to as many openings as possible!!! Buy the DVD and enjoy. If you like Phantom of the Opera this is a must watch. The performance is amazing and music is some of the best of ALW. Till I Here You Sing, will tear you up it is beautiful.
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