Composer

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Andrew Lloyd Webber

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Musical Theatre

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Song

"Love Never Dies" is a musical composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Glenn Slater and a book by Ben Elton, Frederick Forsyth, and Lloyd Webber. It is a sequel to the hit musical "The Phantom of the Opera," which premiered in 1986. "Love Never Dies" was first performed in London's West End in 2010 and has since been staged in various countries around the world. The plot of "Love Never Dies" picks up ten years after the events of "The Phantom of the Opera." The Phantom, who has fled Paris and is now living in Coney Island, New York, has become a successful attraction at a sideshow. He still longs for his former love, Christine Daaé, who is now a famous soprano and is married to Raoul, the Vicomte de Chagny. When Christine is invited to perform in New York, the Phantom sees it as an opportunity to reunite with her and win her back. The musical features several movements, including "Til I Hear You Sing," "Beneath a Moonless Sky," "Once Upon Another Time," and "Love Never Dies." The music is characterized by Lloyd Webber's signature blend of classical and pop styles, with soaring melodies and lush orchestrations. "Love Never Dies" premiered in London's West End in March 2010, with Ramin Karimloo as the Phantom and Sierra Boggess as Christine. The production received mixed reviews, with some critics praising the music and performances while others criticized the plot and characterizations. The show underwent several revisions and was restaged in Australia in 2011, where it was more warmly received. Despite its mixed reception, "Love Never Dies" has become a popular addition to the musical theater canon, with productions staged in countries including the United States, Japan, and Germany. The show's themes of love, loss, and redemption continue to resonate with audiences around the world.

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