Who is Monsieur Richard Firmin in Phantom of the Opera?

Monsieur Richard Firmin is a character in Gaston Leroux's "The Phantom of the Opera." He is one of the Opera's managers, along with Monsieur André, who is often portrayed as a practical businessman. Firmin is known for his somewhat skeptical attitude towards the supernatural events surrounding the Phantom, often prioritizing the opera's financial success over the mysterious occurrences. His character highlights the tension between the artistic and commercial aspects of the opera world.