Which innovative brand strategy did 'The Phantom of the Opera' pioneer that revolutionized Broadway marketing and has since become standard practice for major theatrical productions?

The performing arts world might seem focused on creative expression, but behind every successful production is strategic brand development. 'The Phantom of the Opera' - Broadway's longest-running show - didn't achieve its legendary status through artistic merit alone. Its marketing strategy revolutionized how theatrical productions are branded. Test your knowledge about this iconic show's brand strategy that helped transform it from a production into a global phenomenon.

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Creating a distinctive visual logo (the mask) that became instantly recognizable worldwide and could be merchandised independently of the show itself
Introducing the first Broadway subscription streaming service where audiences could watch recorded performances at home
Implementing a rotating celebrity casting model where different famous actors would play the Phantom every 3 months
Launching the first theatrical NFT collection allowing fans to own digital pieces of the production