Title: Love Never Dies: Why the Phantom is Still Haunting the Opera
Date: 20th June 2026, Saturday
Time: 1pm - 4.15pm (including 15 minutes break)
Location: Broadway Cinema, 14-18 Broad Street, Nottingham, NG1 3AL
Description:
In 1925, Lon Chaney terrified audiences with his signature ghoulish make-up as the murderous and mysterious Phantom, sparking the flame for endless adaptations, countless pop culture references, and a hit West End musical. Yet another adaptation is rumoured to be in production, with even Guillermo del Toro throwing his name in the hat following his 2025 film of that other misunderstood Universal Monster, Frankenstein.
But what is it about the story of an angry incel living in the bowels of the Paris Opera House that has kept public interest going for over a hundred years?
In this 3-hour session, we’ll dive into the origins of the story, tracking through time as the Phantom develops from genius madman to romantic Byronic hero, to vicious killer and back again.
Adaptations covered include Andrew Lloyd Webber, Joel Schumacher, Dario Argento, Brian de Palma and Terence Fisher to name just a few.
Masks and capes welcome, but please leave your noose at home.
Tutor: Katie Evans
To get your free ticket for this event, you must book it at the top of this page!
You will be sent all relevant information 2-3 days before the event, if you do not reply to this email by the date stated, your place will go to someone on the waiting list.
Money saved through the BIG DEAL: £16-20
Skills gained: Critical Analysis, Visual Literacy, Film Analysis
Graduate Attributes: Knowledge & Application, Creativity
Access information: Please find all relevant information here
Transport is not provided for this activity.
If you have any questions, please email: sunottingham@bucks.ac.uk