Les Miserables
Finished Nov 4, 2012
Mahalia Jackson Theatre
Seen by over 53 million people in 38 countries and 21 languages!
An unquestionably spectacular production from start to finish.
The New York Times on the original Les Miserables
An unquestionably spectacular production from start to finish.
The New York Times on the original Les Miserables
Les Miserables
Finished Nov 4, 2012
Mahalia Jackson Theatre
Seen by over 53 million people in 38 countries and 21 languages!
Why see Les Miserables?
One of the world's most epic musicals, Les Miserables, is on tour and hits the in , ,
Les Misérables has been seen by over 53 million people in 38 countries and 21 languages since its first London performance in October 1985. The original Broadway production opened on March 12, 1987, at the Broadway Theatre, winning seven Tony Awards that season, including Best Musical. The show went on to play a total of 6,680 performances.
Based on Victor Hugo's epic novel. Relentless policeman Javert pursues escaped convict Jean Valjean over decades through the tumult of revolutionary France. Valjean becomes a mayor, agrees to raise the daughter of dying prostitute and joins the fight for freedom. None of this impresses the single-minded Javert, until the day Valjean saves his life. Score includes 'Who Am I?', 'A Little Fall of Rain', 'One Day More', 'Bring Him Home' and 'I Dreamed a Dream'.
Key Information
Audience
Les Miserables may be inappropriate for those aged under 14
Run Time
Two hours and 55 minutes with one intermission
Dates
Finished Nov 4, 2012
Creative
Originally Produced by Cameron Mackintosh
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Music by Claude-Michel Schonberg
Book by Alain Boublil, and Claude-Michel Schonberg
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Music by Claude-Michel Schonberg
Book by Alain Boublil, and Claude-Michel Schonberg
Reviews
Customer reviews
51 reviews, average rating: (3.4 Stars)
Yolanda
Certainement un doit voir !
I saw the Broadway musical Les Misérables, based on Victor Hugo’s classic novel, an uplifting story about the survival of the human spirit. It was an excellent script, with powerful actors whose lungs never gave up; the re-imagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo, which included the integration of video during the chase scenes in the Paris sewers, were remarkable and lifelike. The songs were of many moods—angry, jubilant, romantic, and wistful. The whole audience were in awe and standing ovations were well earned by the crew—All in all, it was unquestionably a spectacular production from start to finish! Definitely a must see, for all, including children. ... Read more
Beverly Vasquez
Amazing performance
This is the 4th production of Les Miz I have seen. In my opinion it was by far the BEST! Nick Cantrell was outstanding as Jean Valjan. He was supported by a brilliant cast. I can’t say enough about this production. Not only was the entire cast amazing, but the set designs were superb. Don’t miss this production. It will stay with you for a very long time. In addition, the disabled gentleman who was singing outside the theater, brought me to tears. His voice was amazing. I could have listened to him for hours! ... Read more
Beth M.
FANTASTIC! Cast, Voices, Diversity, Staging!
My third time plus PBS Anniversary. DO NOT MISS this production! Amazing diverse cast - BRAVO! We’ve come a long way. (Smile) Voices and sound like I’ve never heard! Nick Cantrell brought me to tears, that voice! The harmony of the men, the entire cast! I could watch this production 100 times. Whew! My husband, not a musical fan, was overwhelmed. The sets were brilliant, huge part of making this perfection. Very different than the others I’ve seen yet as absolutely fantastical as I’d hoped and more. Please make a CD of this cast! Worth every penny of 6th row orchestra seats, behind the scenes, direction, lighting, the orchestra, the incredible cast, BRAVO! BRAVO!
In case you’re wondering, I liked it! ... Read more
News
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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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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