Phantom light switch

THE iconic chandelier at Leeds Grand Theatre has been removed ahead of the arrival of The Phantom Of The Opera next week.

By The Newsroom

Published 3rd Aug 2012, 07:00 BST

The chandelier, which has 105 lamps and 6,389 crystals, is being temporarily replaced with a prop representing the Paris Opera House chandelier, which is central to the story.

The Phantom Of The Opera’s technical team will move into the theatre on Sunday, ahead of the show’s grand opening next Thursday.

Stage manager Dave Harris said: “This is the biggest show we’ve had at The Grand.

“We have some 20 wagons coming in, each one packed with scenery and kit.”

Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of The Phantom of The Opera opens on Thursday and runs until Saturday, September 15.

Tickets cost from £19 to £48.50. To book, call the box office on 0844 848 2700 or visit the website at www.leedsgrandtheatre.com.