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Q:
How is the touring stage of The Phantom of the Opera set up?
A:
Modular and quick-assembly design
๐ Touring productions of Phantom use modular sets that can be disassembled, transported, and rebuilt quickly, unlike the fixed designs of Broadway or the West End. This allows the show to retain its grandeur while moving from city to city.
๐ฅ A time-lapse from the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale shows key steps: Box 5 built as a standalone unit and hoisted into place, the proscenium arch framed within the host theaterโs stage, the chandelier assembled in a simplified touring version, and false flooring laid to hide wiring and scenic automation (including trap access for candelabras or a travelator if included).
โ Though touring setups may lack some of the permanent machinery of stationary venues, theyโre optimized for speed, portability, and local adaptation โ still delivering the iconic impact that defines Phantom.