Richard Carlsohn (born c. 1965) is a prominent Swedish musical theatre actor, singer, and voice actor. Renowned for his powerful stage presence and vocal range, he has portrayed many of the most iconic roles in musical theatre history across Scandinavian and international productions.
Career
Carlsohn's career spans several decades, establishing him as a leading figure in Swedish musical theatre.Musical Theatre
He is widely recognized for his portrayal of the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, a role he has played in numerous productions, most notably in the long-running Stockholm production. Other significant roles include:- Jean Valjean and Javert in Les Misérables
- Che in Evita
- Tony in West Side Story
- Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar
- Marius in Les Misérables (earlier in his career)
- Miss Saigon (role not specified, but performed in production)
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
His stage work has taken him to various prestigious theatres in Sweden and abroad, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished performer.