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The Phantom of the Opera

Book • 1910
The Phantom of the Opera, written by Gaston Leroux, is a classic tale of love, obsession, and tragedy set in the late 19th century at the Palais Garnier in Paris.

The story revolves around Christine Daaé, a talented young singer, and her interactions with the enigmatic Phantom, a disfigured musical genius who becomes obsessed with her.

The novel explores themes of love, passion, and the darker aspects of human nature.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

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Michael Paulson
when discussing the musical's source material.
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Broadway’s Longest-Running Musical Turns Out the Lights
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Travis Andrews
in reference to Donald Trump's favorite shows.
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Why is Trump so obsessed with the Kennedy Center?
Mentioned in the intro as one of the many hits following 'Cats'.
Bonus Bang: Time Bobby (Paul F. Tompkins, Bobby Moynihan)
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Tom Scott
when he was trying to guess the name of the musical.
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Christine Arismeth
as the author of the novel that inspired a Broadway musical.
Paris' Iconic Opera House Celebrates 150 Years

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