The Opening of The Phantom of the Opera

On October 9, 1986

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical “Phantom of the Opera” was premiered in London with stars Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman.

This Day in History - October 9

1987

Bruce Springsteen released his album 'Tunnel of Love.'

1708

Peter the Great of Russia defeated Sweden at the battle of Lesnaya.

1446

The South Korean alphabet, called 'Hangul,' was published.

1968

A 2,000-strong student protest against police brutality broke out in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

1665

British Parliament met at the University of Oxford rather than the Palace of Westminster during the Great Plague of London.

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