🎭 The Seamless Transformation — Christine’s Costume Change in “Think of Me”

As Christine begins singing “Think of Me,” the ballet corps finishes their number and exits. The mood shifts quietly but decisively: we move from backstage chaos to operatic grace.

At the rear of the stage, the wardrobe mistress (often called the "dress lady") enters holding Christine’s opera costume. She assists Christine into the elegant dress— signaling her transition from chorus girl to leading soprano.

💃 Meg Giry’s Silent Support

Meg Giry steps in during this moment, lifting and removing the rope skirt that Christine wore as a slave girl during the earlier ballet. Meg carries the skirt away and lingers briefly at stage left, joined by Madame Giry, Monsieur Reyer, and the wardrobe mistress. As Christine moves toward center stage and her voice rises, the others exit quietly — Meg included, still holding the discarded skirt.

🎶 Stage Magic Without Disruption

This smooth, almost unnoticed choreography allows Christine to transform in real time, with no musical break or black-out. It enhances the illusion of a backstage world bleeding into performance, reinforcing The Phantom of the Opera’s signature blending of theater and reality.

✨ 7-Second Magic Costume Change

Among the most talked-about quick costume changes in Phantom, this one stands out. In barely seven seconds, Christine transforms from a slave girl into a leading prima donna. Because it happens in full view — without blackout or hidden tricks — the shift feels all the more magical.