The film was originally conceived as a sequel to "Phantom of the Opera" (1943). "The Climax" was made using the sets of the "Phantom of the Opera" remake, which in turn used Universal's opera house set for "Phantom of the Opera" (1925). Choreography was by Lester Horton. The film was also nominated for an Academy Award in 1944 for Best Art Direction (John B. Goodman, Alexander Golitzen, Russell A. Gausman, Ira S. Webb).