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Charles Hart BIO

Charles Hart was born in London and educated in Maidenhead and Cambridge. He has written words for musicals (The Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love, The Kissing-Dance, The Dreaming), opera (The Vampyr, BBC TV) and miscellaneous songs, as well as both words and music for television (Watching, Split Ends, Granada TV) and radio (Love Songs, BBC Radio). His Two Studies for String Quartet were performed by the Sacconi Quartet in 2005 at London’s Purcell Room.

Charles Hart’s photographs have appeared on posters and in playbills, as well as publications ranging from Attitude to the Daily Telegraph, and in 2003 he was one of three photographers to feature in an exhibition organized by UNICEF to celebrate the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. He lives and works in London.

Charles Hart STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1953
Cord Elam

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1952
Cord Elam

Charles Hart Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
Lyrics
 
[Broadway, 1988] [Replacement]
Lyrics[Replacement]

Charles Hart Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Charles Hart, Aspects of Love

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Musical

Charles Hart, The Phantom of the Opera

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Charles Hart, The Phantom of the Opera

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Charles Hart News


Photos: First Look at LOVE NEVER DIES at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre


LOVE NEVER DIES, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to The Phantom of the Opera in a brand new production by West Bromwich Operatic Society, WBOS, is at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Wednesday 1 – Saturday 4 May. Check out all new photos here!

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking Until 29 March 2025


Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. Find out how to get tickets here!

Review: MAMIE PARRIS - SURRENDER : AN ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER THRILL RIDE Is All That and More at The Green Room 42


We are only just seeing the tip of the stardom that Mamie Parris is destined to achieve.

Review: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA al TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI


THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA al TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI IL MUSICAL PIÙ LONGEVO DI TUTTI I TEMPI IN UNA NUOVA VERSIONE IN LINGUA ORIGINALE MA MOLTO ITALIANA

Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking in London; Plus All New Photos!


THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre has announced that booking is now extended until Saturday 28 September 2024, having recently marked 37 spectacular years in London’s West End. Plus, check out all new photos here!

Review: LOVE NEVER DIES IN CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane


Over a decade has passed since Love Never Dies, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to The Phantom Of The Opera, was an undoubted flop during its first (and last) London run so this week’s revival in concert is a welcome retrospective. Was it a victim of its own hype or is it just a bad show?

New Cast Members Join West End's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA


New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre from Monday 31 July 2023. THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is currently booking until Saturday 2 March 2024.

Masquerade…A Musical Theatre Concert Celebration Comes to The Actors' Church in Covent Garden This Month


'Masquerade... A Musical Theatre Celebration' comes to The Actors' Church in Covent Garden in the heart of London's glittering West End on Sunday 23rd July at 7.30pm.

ASPECTS OF LOVE in the West End to Close Three Months Early


The West End revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Aspects of Love will close on August 19, 2023. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Earl Carpenter, Bradley Jaden and More Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Italy


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera will open for the first time in Italy at Teatro Stabile del Friuli Venezia Giulia in Trieste on 4th July 2023. Additional casting has now been announced, including Earl Carpenter as Monsieur Andre and Bradley Jaden as Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny.

Review Roundup: Critics Visit ASPECTS OF LOVE, Starring Michael Ball


The reviews are in for Andrew Lloyd Webber's Aspects of Love in London's West End! See what the critics had to say!

Review: ASPECTS OF LOVE, Lyric Theatre


Kent’s direction is interesting but leans into melodrama, with Ball offering some glitzy big-name introspection and the plot itself overflowing into sexual ambiguity and implied promiscuity. Aspects of Love is, essentially, an indefensibly problematic musical soap opera that looks exquisite but didn’t need to be revived.

Interview: 'There's Nothing Better Than Being Part of a Talented Company': Jamie Bogyo and Laura Pitt - Pulford on Creativity and Complexity in ASPECTS OF LOVE


Jamie Bogyo and Laura Pitt -Pulford talk to us about complex characters, the joy of singing a Lloyd Webber score, and the delightful company that make up Aspects of LoveCurrently starring as Alex and Rose in the new revival, Jamie Bogyo and Laura Pitt -Pulford talk to us about complex characters, the joy of singing a Lloyd Webber score, and the delightful company that make up Aspects of Love.

Photos: Jon Robyns, Holly-Anne Hull, and More in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre


All new photos have been released from THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre. The musical currently stars Jon Robyns as The Phantom alongside Holly-Anne Hull as Christine Daaé, Matt Blaker as Raoul, and more.

Dave Willetts Joins West End Revival of ASPECTS OF LOVE Next Month


Dave Willetts, one of the UK's most critically acclaimed musical stars joins the cast of the West End revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Aspects of Love, which opens on 13 May 2023 at the Lyric Theatre in London.   He will play the role of Sir George Dillingham at every Monday performance from 29 May 2023, the role played by Michael Ball at every other performance.

Best of the Best: Exclusive Prices from £66 for ASPECTS OF LOVE


‘Nothing in the world will ever be the same’ 34 years after having starred in the original West End production, Michael Ball returns to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated musical Aspects of Love at the Lyric Theatre for a strictly limited season, this time playing the role of George. 

Ben Crawford Out Of Final Broadway Performance of PHANTOM; Laird Mackintosh Will Play The Title Role


Current Phantom of the Opera star Ben Crawford will be out of the show for the final Broadway performance. Longtime Phantom Laid Mackintosh will step into the role this evening.

Photo: First Look at the PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Final Company Portrait


The longest-running Broadway show of all time, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will play its final New York performance at The Majestic Theatre today, Sunday, April 16 at 5PM, after a record-breaking 35 years and 13,981 performances to 20 million people. Check out a portrait of the final cast, crew, orchestra, and staff here!

Video: Former Christines Share the Stage at PHANTOM Charity Performance


Watch a special, surprise curtain call presentation with leading lady Emilie Kouatchou, joined onstage by three iconic, former Broadway Christines: Sierra Boggess (25th Anniversary), Ali Ewoldt (30th Anniversary) and the original “Angel of Music” herself: original London and New York star Sarah Brightman.

Video: Ben Crawford, Emilie Kouatchou, and John Riddle Sing 'Think of Me' From THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA


The Phantom of the Opera has released an all new music video featuring the show's closing cast. Celebrating 35 years on Broadway, watch as the production’s lead cast members Ben Crawford (The Phantom), Emilie Kouatchou (Christine), and John Riddle (Raoul) sing Think of Me.

Charles Hart FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Charles Hart been in?

Charles Hart has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Charles Hart been in?

Charles Hart has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Charles Hart been nominated for?

Charles Hart has been nominated for several awards, including Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "Aspects of Love" and "The Phantom of the Opera." He was also nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Phantom of the Opera."

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