"The Final Lair" from Phantom of the Opera

Phantom of the Opera performed at the University of Southern Mississippi. 2017. Directed by Dr. Mike Lopinto. Musical Direction by Dr. Jay Dean and Dr. Michael Miles. Phantom plyaed by Ezekiel Andrew. Christine played by Dr. Ann Gabrielle Richardson. Raoul played by Peter Lake.

[@eristineforever6934]

No way! No freakin way! He hugs her back during the second kiss?! Seriously?! This is now one of my favorite Eristine kisses ever. My poor Eristine heart is pounding so hard because of this.

[@eristineforever6934]

@Alexis Bruno what series?

[@meggzkeitel5802]

I've seen a lot of the final lair scenes, but this is the first time I've actually heard Roul object at the kiss. I really liked that small moment. Overall, one of the best Roul actors I've seen, well done. :)

[@thefilmwatcher1216]

You play an excellent Phantom. You've successfully managed to convey the character's passion, rage, and heartbreak in a convincing and profound way. Great job.

[@alysonk5853]

Ezekiel you NEED to be on Broadway!!

[@geligniteandlilies]

Intense! Not only can you sing but the body language is so moving. 😭

[@kaylabraswell8832]

Mr Pat showed us this in class. I keep watching it! Great job!!

[@juliadietrich3584]

This is amazing. I have a new front runner for my favorite final lair. Idk if it's right behind or ahead of gina beck with david shannon, but either way, well done!

[@aaaaa8139]

Mr. Phantom you are very very incredible!

[@TankNode]

This is super good, the pacing was a little up and down at parts but everything else was perfect. The emotions were spot on, and the intensity of the phantoms greif was better then some professionals I've seen. Also this being at the university of southern Mississippi is cool af (I have relatives there)

[@potatopatata1511]

Sooooo.... When are y'all hitting Broadway?

[@aaaaa8139]

Christine is very very incredible too!

[@marcspi444]

omg so good, i love it

[@jackietomkinson933]

I have only just found this it just happened to be in my 'box' Ezekiel I love your interpretation of the phantom especially that kiss and cuddle I think your interpretation is unique but beautiful and would make love never dies (A.L.W. follow up musical) where Christine supposedly has 'a little fun in bed with the phantom' that leads on to her having Gustav more believable. perhaps you could get cast together and do love never dies? hope you get to read this comment.

[@chickletsushi2761]

Masterpieces must never be rushed. >:(

[@ezekielandrew3468]

And kindness for the passion for art, at a university might I add, must be praised, encouraged, and appreciated. We actors work hard to put on life changing performances that we hope touch the hearts, souls, and minds of our audiences. With that said, you are welcome to go to your nearest broadway showing of Phantom, watch the PROFESSIONAL show, and give them your best critique. Yours is not welcomed here. This show changed my life in my last semester and I’m sorry you can’t see beauty in that. >:(

[@chickletsushi2761]

@@ezekielandrew3468 My apologies. I sincerely thought that this was professional.

[@arrysortanez]

Rushed? I have no clue what you are talking about. This performance actually stays true to the timing of the scene, I have seen the Broadway production many times and recently, even though the talent and music are unmatched, is a bit rushed and anyone can tell that it is. The cast did a fantastic job, glad to know you enjoyed putting it on and that it changed your life. You played an awesome Phantom, Ezekiel!

[@maziejenn]

I have seen this show “professionally” several times. I’ve always enjoyed it…but this is the first final lair performance that literally brought me to tears. I adored the acting choices, staging, and singing…and I thought it was the opposite of “rushed”. The actors took their time, and let us sit in that emotion for just long enough to make a beautiful impact. Ezekiel: I just stumbled across your channel, and am not familiar with your complete body of work…but BRAVO! If you aren’t currently rehearsing for a show on Broadway - then the universe is truly broken 💕 This video made my day (…and probably my month, too! 😆). I’ll definitely be sharing this 🎭💗

[@aionlover3981]

Woah. Chill drama queen. Learn how to take and accept criticism for fuck's sake. You uploaded this on KZbin for everyone to watch. EVERY SINGLE OPPINION IS VALID AND SHOULD BE WELCOME. This interpretation wasn't perfect, at all, do you want us to tell you how perfect it is so you can never improve it? Jeez.

[@emmamiller5600]

Are you and the girl in the video dating

[@EmilyGloeggler7984]

Good job, except you used too much emphasis on the enunciation. You could have cut back a bit and the technique needs more stability.