Everybody sez its great, which is a good sign since some shows can be real sleepers.
Pick up the soundtrack a month before and listen to it to familiarize yourself with the storyline and music. Shows are far more enjoyable when you know whats going on before you see it.
Ive seen many, many shows and musicals including Phantom of the Opera 8 times.
Knowing what I know now, if you really wanna impress a lady get all dressed up for a romantic dinner before a good musical, followed-up by some wine and Nat King Cole and youre in like Flynn.:thumbsup