Andre Castaigne. Original Leroux Illustration for First American Edition

I finally found the original pinagmulan of these (I think). link These are the casting calls for "Love Never Dies":

Phantom:
Caucasian man, 35 – 40. As mysterious as ever, but thanks to his new surroundings and the private assistance of old supporters, he now enjoys the seeming freedom to walk among “the normal” as an entrepreneur in Coney Island, of all places! In fact, over the past 10 years, he’s achieved a place of power and success. But he is haunted sa pamamagitan ng a creative passion that once filled his heart. Must possess effortless gravitas and sexuality. Powerful rock tenor pag-awit voice. Must...