The Phantom of the Opera presented by Waterford Kettering High School's Drama Club

Waterford Kettering Drama Club revives the classic musical The Phantom of the Opera November 18-20 at Waterford Kettering High School’s Performing Arts Center.

The Phantom of the Opera, Broadway’s longest running hit, is based on the classic novel “Le Fantôme de l’Opéra” by Gaston Leroux, and tells the story of a masked figure who lurks beneath the catacombs of the Paris Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over all who inhabit it. The Phantom is played by Waterford Kettering Senior, Brendan Martin. He falls madly in love with an innocent young soprano, Christine, played by Junior Madison Krumins, and devotes himself to creating a new star by nurturing her extraordinary talents and by employing all of the devious methods at his command. Its sensational score includes 'Think of Me,' 'Angel of Music,' 'Music of the Night,' 'All I Ask of You,' 'Masquerade' and the title song. Additional feature roles include Raoul, played by Junior Ian Lukas, Carlotta played by Senior Anna Yoder and Ubaldo played by Junior Sean Stanisz.

The production is a combined effort of the Waterford Kettering community. Not only does The Phantom of the Opera feature a cast of over 40 Waterford Kettering High School students and over 20 crew, but the production is directed by Kettering teachers. The Phantom of the Opera is directed by Jason Pratt. Vocal direction is by Michelle Harness and music direction is by Scott Adkins. The Waterford Kettering Robotics Team also pitched in, designing a remote-controlled boat for the catacomb scene.

The Phantom of the Opera is composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Charles Hart, additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, and a book by Lloyd Webber and Stilgoe.

Waterford Kettering Drama Club’s performances of The Phantom of the Opera well be held at 7pm Friday, November 18, 7pm Saturday, November 19 and 2pm Sunday, November 20 at Waterford Kettering High School’s Performing Arts Center at 2800 Kettering Drive in Waterford. Tickets can be purchased online at www.waterfordpac.com or at the door. The cost for tickets is $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors. All matinee tickets are $5.