Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.

A massive crystal chandelier descended from the ceiling of the Orpheum Theatre’s house as its lights flickered and the classic “The Phantom of the Opera” theme boomed throughout the theater. Curtains ...

OK, it’s hella creepy for a music teacher to keep a wax mannequin in a wedding dress that’s basically a 1-to-1 replica of his student. Eww. No wonder she keels over shortly after seeing it. Yet the ...

French author Gaston Leroux's novel The Phantom of the Opera was released in 1910, based on rumors he'd heard about the Palais Garnier, the Paris opera house, one about a fire in the roof of the opera ...

Andrew Lloyd Webber's "The Phantom Of The Opera" has a new life of sorts - off Broadway. The show ended its 35-year Broadway run in 2023. The new immersive version is called "Masquerade." Jeff Lunden ...

Just like the character that gives the musical its name, it seems “The Phantom of the Opera” will continue to haunt our theaters. When Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical take on Gaston Leroux’s creepy 1909 ...

Known as “The Man of a Thousand Faces,” Chaney was in high demand as one of the biggest stars in Hollywood—renowned for his incredible physical transformations and unique ability to captivate ...

Fans of the movie gathered to see the 100th anniversary screening of “The Phantom of the Opera” and listen to a live performance of the soundtrack in addition to a panel featuring several people ...

Performances in N.Y.C. From Broadway to the small screen, these unnerving theater productions are not just about horror and frights. From Broadway to the small screen, these unnerving theater ...

When Rolls-Royce sinks its teeth into a special project, it really goes deep. Allow us to introduce you to the Phantom Centenary Private Collection, a limited-run Phantom designed as a 100th birthday ...