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A behind the scenes look at Love Never Dies in Australia.

The Australian production of Love Never Dies, currently playing in Melbourne at the Regent Theatre until 18th December, moves to Sydney’s Capitol Theatre from 8th January 2012. In this video clip, we get a glimpse behind the scenes of the show, featuring interviews with composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, director Simon Phillips and cast members Ben Lewis (The Phantom),  Anna O’Byrne (Christine) and Simon Gleeson (Raoul).

Love Never Dies will also be released on DVD in February 2012. For more information on the Australian production, visit the official show website.

Posted on: 1st December 2011
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  1. Alvaro says:

    I was lucky to see the show in London, England at the Adelphi Theatre. The production was nice and I was in awe of the sets and the music. When I saw the clips from the Australian production though, it took my breath away! I know Andrew Llyod Webber said this production was his vision and I can see why! This production has an eerie way that takes us into the phantoms world, where we see as he see’s. I saw a youtube video where they were filming the production….I am SO excited to see it when/if it comes out on video! I’ll definitly get it! I just wish I had the chance to see it in Australia! It looks amazing!

  2. Nickie says:

    I just love Love Never Dies! I saw the show in London twice, and the last time was with Ramin Karimloo.
    Having seen many muscial shows, I can assure you that both Ramin and Sierra are wonderful artists with glorious voices.
    I wish I could see the show once more in Australia, as the production will be grand, but alas, it’s so far off from Belgium and I just can’t go for a weekend, like I can do if a show is in London

  3. Paula says:

    I just love it!! Have not had the pleasure of seeing this live, but I listen to the CD almost every day…and the days I do not listen to it….the songs still play in my head!

  4. Tricia says:

    I was shocked to find that LND had closed down. Saw the show twice and thoroughly enjoyed it. True it did not have the same WOW factor as Phantom (which I had already seen three times – the first with the “Genius” Michael Crawford who will never be surpassed)but it was an excellent equal to many of the shows in the West End. Is Andrew planning on bringing it back eventually? I hope so as I have written a cracking synopsis for a sequel to LND!! If you are interested Andrew I can send you a copy!!

  5. Judy says:

    I have seen the Universal production of the musical twice, and I loved it, especially the editing out of so much from the London CD. I have one comment I hope will find its way to this marvelous director and then perhaps to Andrew. I met Andrew in the states when he was at the Writers Guild presentation of the Phantom film and actually encouraged him to do a sequel. There is one scene I think is missing in this sequel. I have been a writer producer in Hollywood and story-edited the Phantom book by Susan Kay. I think I know story, but I might be behind my times here. Perhaps Andrew and the Australian crew already tried this and put it aside. If not… here’s the thought There is no moment when Christine thinks that she has brought that night with the Phantom into her marriage, and she may be just as much at fault as Raoul. This could make “Why does she love me” a duet… with her in her dressing room… and him at the bar. We really need to see she has some guilt for the way Raoul has turned out. It doesn’t mean she can change it… but then… it gives more power to the “Hindmost” number, because we have had that “duet” which could be a sad reminder of what the two childish lovers were and how it has all turned out because you can’t kick the past out of your life or bed when it stares you in the face in Gustave every day (in her case) and in the shadow of the love the two once thought they might have had. Make that lonely song in the bar have real punch. Let her share it in her own way. Why does HE love me… has sooooo much meaning… double entendre… here. Obviously, this duet is only for the audience. Our couple sings in counterpoint, but they do NOT see or hear each other. Dramatic irony kicks in big time. Also, it raises the stakes when Raoul tries to convince her not to sing. Well, so much for these thoughts. Hope they get some consideration. No matter what, I love this musical.

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