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Phantom of the Opera Tour Officially Opens in Baltimore, Reviving the Original With Modern Touring Muscle

The launch leverages Maryland tax incentives to deliver a faithful revival packaged for modern touring.

Overview

  • The national tour opened at Baltimore’s Hippodrome following previews, with performances in at least 13 U.S. cities scheduled through August 30, 2026.
  • Isaiah Bailey stars as the Phantom with Jordan Lee Gilbert as Christine, in a company produced by Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Group and directed by Seth Sklar-Heyn.
  • The staging restores Maria Björnson’s original design and re-creates the Harold Prince and Gillian Lynne blueprint, drawing on updates proven in the current London production.
  • Baltimore’s engagement has been largely sold out, and the producers describe the tour as a multi-year undertaking.
  • Touring systems have been modernized with new video, lighting, and sound; the production moves on at least 18 semi-trucks and features a reimagined chandelier effect that no longer flies.