In this big special we reach the highpoint of our Phantom of the Opera celebrations as Dannii Cohen is joined by four Phantoms to celebrate 115 years since the first chapter of the novel was published in the Gaulois (on September 23 1909.)

four legendary Phantoms discuss the novel, the musical and more.

Ethan Freeman reveals how the book and Lon Chaney influenced his performance. He also dives into Erik and Christine’s relationship, seeing Michael Crawford perform the role live and answers questions from Phans.

Peter Karrie discusses memorable mishaps, his thoughts on Erik and his relationship with Christine and what he thinks Christine feels for him.

Ciaran Sheehan shares how he moved from heavy metal to musical theatre just to play the Phantom and how it was the Susan Kay novel that shaped his performance.

Jonathan Roxmouth discusses the difference between the musical and the book, Erik’s pain, Michael Crawford and what it was like to be “the only Phantom in the world”.

Plus much more!!

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Ethan Freeman performed the role of Erik The Phantom many times on West End as well as in Vienna, Toronto and Essen, Germany.

During his run he received the nickname “The Leroux Phantom” for his very Leroux accurate take on the role.

His West End run was so well received that he was voted “Most Popular Phantom” in a poll by the International Phantom Of The Opera Fan Club which brought him the opportunity to record a Phantom highlights album for Jay Records together with Claire Moore whom was voted most popular Christine. In 2009 it was updated with songs from Love Never Dies.

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Peter Karrie performed the role of Erik, The Phantom on the West End, the Canadian (Far East) Tour, Toronto and the UK Tour. Well known for his expressive body language and hand gestures, he’s considered to be among one of the finest “old school” Phantoms.

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Ciaran Sheehan was understudy Phantom and first cast Raoul on Broadway before landing the position of first cast Phantom in Toronto.

Currently he is touring the USA with three other Phantoms as “The Four Phantoms”.

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Jonathan Roxmouth performed the role of The Phantom in various South African productions and two world/Asian tours.

During the pandemic this production was the only one that continued making him “The only Phantom in the world” for several months.