#jesus phantom

[nilla-wafer]

i can’t stop thinking about this.

[phantom-retrospective]

Spiritual Twist: Jesus Phantom

Some of you may recall the strange affair of the Jesus Phantom… a mystery never fully explained…

Today I offer not one, but TWO productions of this infamous religious adaptation. One is from 2011 and the other is from 2015. Their description of it tells you all you need to know, really:

Based on the novel by Gaston Leroux, the STP version of this beloved story is filled with excitement, rich symbolism, and outstanding music!> Christine is a simple ballerina and understudy at the Paris Opera house, but everything changes when she must sing in the place of the Opera’s prima donna - Carlotta - who refuses to perform after a mysterious and deadly “accident” occurs. During her performance, Christine is re-discovered by her childhood friend and sweetheart, Raoul. Little does she know that a fierce battle for her heart and soul is about to begin between Raoul (representing Christ) and her mysterious voice teacher, known as the Phantom (the deceiver of our souls). Who will she choose?

[ancientphantom]

That's right, IT'S HERE.

I actually don't live too far from this theatre, so I could even go see a live performance if I felt really motivated.  (But then I would have to look people in the eye and I feel like it might be dangerous to do so after seeing this.)

Fun Fact:  That would be the leaping flames of hell showing through the eye sockets of the Phantom's mask!