The Reasons for The Success of The Phantom of The Opera And Its Impact on The Chinese Musical Industry

Abstract

In recent years, the rapid development of musicals in China has been witnessed. The acceptance of musicals among the young population has been continuously rising, and both domestic and international musical productions are frequently staged. Against this backdrop, this study focuses on the classic musical The Phantom of the Opera. Through literature research, questionnaire surveys, and field interviews, it is found that its success stems from factors such as the integration of classical and pop music, immersive stage design, global operation, and localization adaptation. Meanwhile, it has a profound impact on China's musical industry in terms of market enlightenment and technological upgrading. However, it also exposes the shortcomings of China's musical industry, such as the lack of depth in scripts and the lagging development of original IPs. The study argues that The Phantom of the Opera has achieved its enduring and powerful global influence through multi-dimensional innovations. Although China's musical industry has achieved certain development, it still faces problems such as insufficient originality. It needs to take targeted actions in strengthening originality, improving script quality, and activating the development of original IPs. By actively exploring and seeking substantial breakthroughs, it can steadily advance and shine uniquely in the highly competitive musical market.