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Why see Les Miserables?

THE SPECTACULAR HIT RETURNS!

Cameron Mackintosh's epic musical is back! Based on Victor Hugo's novel, this sweeping epic is one of the most popular musicals in history, a tale of love and revolution that draws audiences in time and time again. Its classic score, written by Herbert Kretzmer and Claude-Michel Schonberg, includes the timeless 'I Dreamed A Dream', 'One Day More' and 'Do You Hear the People Sing'.

Nominated for three Tony Awards, this latest Broadway production is a more than worthy chapter in Les Miserables' long history. It debuted at the Imperial Theatre in 2014 and ran for two years, drawing huge acclaim for its stripped down storytelling, which jettisons some of the bloat attached to previous productions, and the atmospheric video projections that lend the show a hugely cinematic backdrop.

WHAT IS LES MISERABLES ABOUT?

Two years after the Revolution of 1830, France is on the brink of violence once again. Dismayed that one king has been replaced by another, a group of rebels are plotting to overthrow the monarchy and lay claim to the throne for the common people.

Against this backdrop of simmering rebellion, we follow the story of Jean Valjean, an escaped convict who manages to build a new life for himself and his adopted daughter Cosette. Yet his new found happiness cannot last for long, because the unrelenting police inspector Javert, who has been hunting Valjean for two decades, is close on his tail. As Valjean's past finally catches up with him, all of the characters are swept up in the chaos that breaks out on Paris 'streets, in an epic story of thwarted love, forgiveness and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

DID YOU KNOW?

Les Miserables has won over 100 major awards, including Oliviers, Tonys and Grammys!

Key Information

Audience

Les Miserables may be inappropriate for those aged under 12.

Run Time

Two hours and 50 minutes including a 15 minute interval

Dates

Finished Nov 20, 2022

Cast

  • Nick Cartell as Jean Valjean
  • Preston Truman Boyd as Javert
  • Haley Dortch as Fantine
  • Matt Crowle as Thenardier
  • Devin Archer as Enjolras
  • Milo Maharlika and Henry Kirk alternating as Gavroche
  • Kyle Adams as Grantaire
  • Daniel Gerard Bittner as Feuilly
  • Victoria Huston-Elem as Madame Thenardier
  • Mya Rena Hunter as Eponine
  • Jake David Smith as Marius
  • Delaney Guyer as Cosette
  • Sky Vaux Fuller and Olivia Grace O'Sullivan alternating as Little Cosette / Young Eponine
  • David Andino as Bamatabois/Babet

Further cast

Jenna Burns, Ben Cherington, Steve Czarnecki, Kelsey Denale, Arianne DiCerbo, Genevielle Ellis, David Young Fernandez, Michelle Beth Herman, Randy Jeter, Cameron Loyal, Mikako Martin, Eden Mau, Andrew Marks Maughan, Nicole Morris, Ashley Dawn Mortensen,Tim Quartier, Juliette Redden, Julia Ellen Richardson, Ethan Rogers, Matt Rosell, Christopher Robin Sapp, Greta Schafer, Emily Some, Veronica Stern, Christopher James Tamayo, Kyle TImson and J.T. Wood

Creative

  • Produced by Cameron Mackintosh
  • Directed & Adapted by Laurence Connor & James Powell
  • Production Design by John Napier
  • Costumes Design by Andreane Neofitou
  • Lighting Design by David Hersey
  • Sound Design by Andrew Bruce
  • Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
  • Music by Claude-Michel Schonberg
  • Book by Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schonberg

Awards

2014 Olivier Awards

  • Audience Award for Most Popular Show

2014 Tony Awards

Nominations
  • Best Revival of a Musical
  • Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical - Ramin Karimloo
  • Best Sound Design of a Musical - Mick Potter

2014 Drama Desk Awards

Nominations
  • Outstanding Revival of a Musical

2012 Olivier Awards

  • Audience Award for Most Popular Show

1987 Tony Awards

  • Best Musical
  • Best Book of a Musical - Alain Buoblil and Claude-Michel Schonberg
  • Best Original Score - Claude-Michel Schonerg (music) and Herbert Kretzmer & Alain Buoblil (lyrics)
  • Best Actore in a Featured Role in a Musical - Michael Maguire
  • Best Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical - Frances Ruffelle
  • Best Direction of a Musical - Trevor Nunn and John Caird
  • Best Scenic Design - John Napier
  • Best Lighting Design - David Hersey
Nominations
  • Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical - Colm Wilkinson
  • Best Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical - Terrence Mann
  • Best Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical - Judy Kuhn
  • Best Costume Design - Andreane Neofitou

Reviews

Critic's review

So go. Be transported. Get caught up in the tidal wave of emotion. Cry if you are inclined. Hum the music for days on end. And then, if you love that feeling, go again when it comes back. Which, eventually, it will.

Chicago Sun Times

Customer reviews

173 reviews, average rating: (3.6 Stars)

Sue

Awesome theatre

A lot of the people who have left reviews of this national tour rendition of our much loved Les Mis need to ‘get over themselves’. We saw very very early Broadway showings of this classic in the ‘80’s with the original outstanding cast, and yet give high marks to this latest revival performance in the gorgeous Providence performing Arts Center. True, there was no revolving stage and the lighting was very dark at times … but strong and beautiful voices completely transcended any perceived production issues. This was a truly wonderful and memorable performance - the primaries saw to that - and I can attest that the capacity crowd that witnessed this Wed night performance was savvy enough to fully appreciate what they were seeing. It was a completely wonderful performance that shouldn’t be missed!!! If you haven’t seen Les Mis yet, you need to!! If you haven’t seen it in awhile, it’s time. I was reduced to tears and you will be too. ... Read more

Ean Meyer

You must see this

I was reluctant to see the show for a second time, especially after seeing Les Mis in an amazing theater in London years ago. This show in Houston was hands down the best musical I’ve ever seen, and I’ve seen many. What a cast! Thank you for an evening I will never forget! ... Read more

Robin Cohen Westmiller

BEST birthday surprise!!

My daughter lives in Houston - a friend of hers called to say Les Miserables was going to be in town and asked if she wanted to go with her. Daughter replies "I ONLY see Les Miz with my mother!" -- SO, she calls me (I'm in L.A.) makes up some excuse to visit, pays my Southwest ticket, and SURPRISES me for my birthday with tickets soo the production!! It was FANTASTIC... one of the very best, made more special that it's become a family tradition! I did see it in L.A. in August, (I think this was my 22nd performance) The last time we were together was at the very LAST Broadway performance way back in 2017! Tickets again were a present - with BOTH my daughters in NYC! I have 5 grandsons, ages 12 - 4yrs... ONE OF THEM WILL PLAY JEAN VALJEAN some day!! (One day more!!) Thank you Houston, you are a BEAUTIFUL city! ... Read more

News

Les Miserables Movie Re-Released In Cinemas!

Les Miserables Movie Re-Released In Cinemas!

Saadiqah, January 15th, 2024
Universal Pictures and Cameron Mackintosh have announced the exciting news that the 2012 film adaptation of the musical will be showing in cinemas next month!...
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Les Miserables Movie Re-Released In Cinemas!

Les Miserables Movie Re-Released In Cinemas!
Saadiqah, January 15th, 2024
Universal Pictures and Cameron Mackintosh have announced the exciting news that the 2012 film adaptation of the musical will be showing in cinemas next month!...
Read more

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