Phantom Of The Opera Is Getting A New Take From High School Musical’s Kenny Ortega, And Fan Reactions Are Selling Me On It

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Phantom Of The Opera Is Getting A New Take From High School Musical's Kenny Ortega, And Fan Reactions Are Selling Me On It

As someone who has grown up with the enchanting melodies of “The Phantom of the Opera” echoing through my musical journey, I must admit that the initial news of a YA adaptation had me slightly bewildered. The iconic story of love, obsession, and music has always held a special place in my heart, so the thought of reimagining it felt like tampering with hallowed ground. However, as the internet began to chime in with its humorously insightful comments, I found myself swayed by their charm.

For a good number of years, “The Phantom of the Opera” has held the position as the longest-running Broadway show, and it’s no surprise why – it continues to captivate audiences as a remarkable musical even after nearly 40 years. However, when I learned that Kenny Ortega, known for his work on “High School Musical,” was planning a young adult adaptation of this property, I found myself asking many questions, with the primary one being “Why?” Yet, upon observing the internet’s reactions to the news, my curiosity is growing about what musical masterpieces are in store.

The Upcoming Phantom Of The Opera Adaptation Initially Had Me Raising An Eyebrow

On Friday, Deadline announced that Disney+ is actively developing a modern adaptation of the classic novel “The Phantom of the Opera”. Known for directing hits like “High School Musical”, the original “Hocus Pocus”, “The Descendants” and the popular Netflix series “Julie and the Phantoms” (which some hoped might return for a second season), Kenny Ortega will be at the helm of this project, which is tentatively titled “Phantom“.

The news indicates that the project Phantom is currently in its formative stages, but may potentially expand into another Disney musical empire if successfully executed by Disney. Initially, upon reading about it, I must admit my enthusiasm was lacking. However, due to the widespread discussion on the internet, my perspective has shifted. Now let’s delve into the most compelling responses that won me over.

But, The Internet’s Hilarious Reactions Has Me Changing My Tune

The musical adaptation of “The Phantom of the Opera” is undeniably dramatic, yet it offers a touch of humor when considering its premise. Essentially, this tale revolves around a hideously disfigured composer who resides beneath the Paris Opera House and develops an intense romantic fixation (bordering on obsession) with a gifted young soprano named Christine.

Sure, the reaction below is a funny meme, but it also reminds me there’s room here for Ortega to play around in this musical sandbox:

A Twitter user noted that the tale itself seems quite reminiscent of a young adult novel, despite not being marketed as such. Here’s how they put it: “The narrative itself has a distinct young adult vibe to it.

I find myself utterly baffled by this ‘Young Adult adaptation.’ It seems to me that “The Phantom of the Opera” doesn’t need any tinkering to resonate with teenage girls. After all, it’s already a timeless masterpiece!

By any chance, have you recently given the High School Musical films another watch? Even after all these years, they continue to be fantastic musicals for the youthful crowd, and they still stand strong for those who grew up with them. In other words, as a different tweet puts it:

‘kenny ortega is-‘ SAY NO MORE ILL BE SEATED

Instead of attempting to rival the Royal Albert Hall version of “The Phantom of the Opera,” it seems wiser to let Kenny Ortega enjoy crafting this production as his own unique take. After all, I can always revisit the original whenever I wish. So, why not sit back and enjoy this new version with friends, possibly attracting a fresh audience to this cherished musical?

Honestly, I’ve really come around to this idea, and I’m excited to see what the director does!

Hey there, fellow gaming enthusiast! It seems we might not have fresh updates on the game “Phantom” just yet. But fret not, in the meantime, why don’t we dive into some fantastic films by director Kenny Ortega? You can do that by subscribing to Disney+ and enjoying his best works at your leisure!

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2024-09-08 02:41