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    5.0 (22 reviews)

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    Bill T.

    Wow! I was blown away by my experience at Masquerade. I have some friends who have seen it multiple times and they insisted we go for my birthday. Now, I'd seen "Phantom" several times in the theater and honestly, I fell asleep every time, but my friends were so insistent I said I'd go to Masquerade. In preparation, I watched the movie version of "Phantom of the Opera" from 2004 just so had familiarity with the story line, and I'll say that was very helpful. As others mention, this is an immersive, interactive production but even knowing that, I wasn't sure what to expect. You do need to wear a mask (like an elegant eye mask, not an N95) and they encourage everyone to dress up and I'll admit, seeing ladies in gowns and men in tuxes and suits really elevated the experience. The logistics are well thought out...they are moving a lot of people through this experience but it's very well managed. When you go into the first room, you're immediately immersed and it gets better from there. The performers are all interactive and everyone is incredibly talented. The Phantom and the Christine in my performance were both amazing singers. I also enjoyed getting to be so close up to the performers (and even got to hold Christine's dress in her dressing room...it's very heavy). You're on the move quite a bit so the time passes quickly...before I knew it, two hours had passed and the show was over. Then we went to the lounge and hung out for awhile and got photos, merch and drinks. Note, you can't take photos during the performance and that's a good thing because everyone stays in the moment, which is rare these days. This is pretty pricey (about $300 per person to start) but I would say it's worth it. If you're from out of town, get a hotel room for the night, go see the show, go out for a nightcap and then stroll to your hotel. We went to Tanner Smith's after and everyone was going wild for our tuxes and gowns and we saw a lot of other fans there as well (including a couple from Philadelphia who had seen it four times!). It was such a memorable and fun night. If you have a special occasion to celebrate, this would be a great option.

    Jo W.

    I'm a huge Phantom of the Opera fan. As a Phan who had seen the show 7 times (2x in San Francisco, 3x in New York during its original run, and 2x in London). If we count Masquerade, this will be my 4th time in New York, 8th time total. But my first time in this Masquerade iteration. I first saw Masquerade at the 1:15pm pulse on 12/26, and I don't know if I can ever enjoy the stage show the same ever again because this immersive experience was ASTOUNDING. Without giving spoilers, I'm thrilled I saw Telly Leung, and I got so many goodies (letters, notes, Don Juan ticket, program) during my first visit. The ending breaks my heart even harder than the original show (in a good way), and the entire creative time and cast have done a phenomenal job immersing audiences into Erik's world. The experience lasted about 2 hours. At the end, the area of the boat scene/Phantom's lair for Music of the Night is transformed into a cocktail bar where you can take photos with candelabras and an angel statue. Lots of goth music is playing, and it feels perfect for a goth club! I decided to go again on 1/6 for the 7:30 pulse, and I was blown away by the legendary Hugh Panaro! He's now my favorite Phantom I've seen live, and I feel so blessed to have experienced the legend, and have him touch my shoulders a few times during my visit, eeeee!!!! Phans, if you are in New York, this is a MUST-SEE.

    At our 7:30 pulse on 2/28/26.
    Cassie D.

    What's an amazing, immersive production of Masquerade, which is basically the Phantom of the Opera as seen through the OG's eyes. My boyfriend and I had so much fun attending this production. We really enjoyed getting dressed up and being a part of the show. One of the actors in the first scene even asked me to dance. It was so cool! Also, the Phantom ran his hand along my shoulders as he walked behind me! Again, so cool! The cast was super talented and it was really incredible to see the logistics of it because we went from room to room for the different scenes. The whole thing was coordinated like clockwork. I can see why people go to see this more than once because there are different cast members depending on which pulse you attend. We attended the 7:30 pulse on Saturday night. Mind you, we did a lot of walking, even walking very briskly and going up and downstairs so you have to be able to withstand the physical aspect of it. At times you get to sit, if you are lucky, at other times, you stand or lean against something. Regardless, it was a lot of fun, intimate, and up close and personal. This show is a must see for anyone and especially if you enjoyed the original Phantom of the Opera!

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    Joseph S.

    If you love Phantom of the Opera this is a must fur you. From the very start of donning a mask to the exit in the well appointed bar it is not a show but an experience. You are immersed in the okay starting with the masquerade party all the way through the play. The scenes are well scripted and the performers are amazing. You feel a part of the show as you travel through the venue with the performers constantly entertained and amazed by the performance. I loved the show seen on Broadway and in London it thus is truly special. Dress the part (black, white or silver formal) as required and be in time as it rolls every 15 minutes. Bring your own mask or you will be provided one and enjoy this truly unique experience.

    Michael M.

    They put big red stickers over your phone camera so you can't take pictures but I gotta say, I think that's a good thing. Being robbed of the ability to use your camera forces you to be present and embrace the interactive pageantry that is Masquerade. An immersive journey through Phantom, this experience lets you share the Opera Ghost's pain & passion. You need to go do this!

    Stephany S.

    The amount of talent in this show is just outstanding. This immersive experience starts outside where they line you up by our show time, make sure you have a mask (or you're given one) and a sticker is placed on your camera so you can't record the show. And trust me, you shouldn't be distracted trying to record anything. You need to absorb every waking moment. This has been one of the coolest experiences! This Phantom of the Opera Masquerade follows the Phantom and Christine along the whole story line and you are basically rubbing shoulders with the actors. You walk along to different rooms, somehow go to the roof, somehow go down escalators and follow along as the scenes go progressing. The singing and acting is immaculate. Yes I sobbed like a baby with the closing scene. It is so powerful and moving. At the end of the performance you're taken to a post cocktail area that is just as beautifully decorated in theme where you can enjoy some cocktails and snap some pictures for your memoir. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND for ALL Phantom Phans!!!

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    Ashley F.

    Blown away by this production. The talent, the set, the thoughtful perspective placed on the Phantom himself, it was all incredible and overwhelming (in the best way). It felt like everyone involved cherished the Phantom of the Opera as much if not more than I do, which made me feel so free to gush over Piangi and to interact with the performers. Thank you so much for this fabulous experience! Bravo!

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    Alec M.

    Truly the most incredible experience New York has to offer. This is better than anything on and off Broadway. The actors, staff, and production is the most professional and talented show New York has. I could not believe how the show started, went on, and finished. From the beginning room of live music from a beautiful violinist to the most personal up close and beautiful Opera singing. The wardrobes are immaculate and the experience is timeless! I am so honored to witness such an outstanding performance. I wish this ran everyday so more people could experience this masterpiece. Wonderful job on everyone involved it was the best show I have ever seen in New York over Lion King, Hamilton, Wicked, Mr Saturday Night, and more! The masquerade is phenomenal!

    Kate D.

    WONDERFUL! Such talent, it was lovely! If you're like...a die hard OG fan, you may not LOVE that they changed the order of a few scenes or (spoiler) changed....something else....at the end.... BUT if you are willing to accept the artistic freedom they took and just GO with it, it is spectacular. BE ON TIME and don't wear heels! I know they tell you this in the email but for reals. I wore my comfy, warm snow boots under my floor length gown AND IM GLAD I DID (this was during the big Jan 2026 snowstorm). I grew up on Phantom because my mom has always been a superfan. When i saw this advertised, i called her up and said 'mom, im planning a trip for us for DATE'. She didnt know where we were meeting up (until she showed up at the airport and typed in the confirmation number i sent her for her ticket and got her boarding pass) and she didnt know what we were doing there. I told her to pack a black tie required outfit in black, white, or silver, but no heels! (This confused her because she never misses an opportunity to show off any cute pair of heels from her vast collection). I told her to trust the process and go with it and BOY WAS SHE SURPRISED. Of course there's no pics from inside, they do not allow that, but it was a spectacle! GO SEE THIS if you love theater, if you love POTO, and if you can climb stairs!

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    4.4(282 reviews)
    0.7 miTheater District, Midtown West

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    4.3(126 reviews)
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    I go to a ton of magic shows, and somehow Speakeasy Magick still completely blew me away. This…read moredidn't feel like the usual "magic show" experience at all. No cheesy jokes, no awkward crowd work, no fake game-show energy. Just really smart, insanely talented magicians doing impossible things right in front of you. What also stood out was that every single performer was great. Usually at shows like this there's at least one act you're waiting to end. Not here. Everyone was cool, confident, funny in a natural way, and honestly just seemed like people you'd want to hang out with afterward. The whole vibe of the night is awesome too. Everyone's dressed up, the room feels intimate, and it somehow manages to feel classy without being pretentious. It's one of the few nights out in NYC lately where I walked away genuinely impressed. Even if you already like magic, this is on another level.

    The show itself is actually quite fun which is exactly why I booked it for a group of friends…read morevisiting from out of town. Unfortunately, the way this was handled turned what should have been a great night into a pretty bitter experience. There are far better ways to spend $200 than having your plans canceled on you at the last minute. Here's what happened: * My 10 p.m. tickets were canceled with only about a week's notice for my group. * I was told that 7 p.m. tickets were available instead. * I immediately replied confirming I would take those tickets. * Two days later, I was told those 7 p.m. tickets were no longer available. * Somehow, it seems acceptable to cancel my booking but not others'. If you're going to cancel on customers, at least handle the rebooking process competently and fairly. This felt disorganized at best and careless at worst.

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