We are thrust in the middle of a rehearsal for Hannibal (not the Anthony Hopkins version!!!). Monsieur Lefevre, the retiring manager of the Opera, is showing the new managers, Monsieurs Firmin and Andre, the great stage. As the prima donna, Carlotta, is singing, a backdrop falls to the floor, nearly killing her. The cry is raised, "It's the Phantom of the Opera!" Upset, Carlotta refuses to sing.
Meg Giry, daughter of the ballet mistress, Madame Giry, suggests her friend, Chistine Daee, take Carlotta's place. Christine has been taking lessons from a mysterious new teacher.
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