i saw the show again last wednesday (my mom and I go every year , it's just something we do because we enjoy the show). I was so pleased to see how wonderfully kept the show was. For a long run, it sure seems like it's brand new. I have seen Howard as the Phantom about 5 times and last week he still brought both my mom and I to tears. He seems to play the role like it's his opening night everytime he gets out there. That to me is a true performer. I don't think he should leave because he's probably a huge reason why the show is still solid. Updated On: 1/19/09 at 02:35 PM