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What's it all about?
If you had to pick just one of our wonderful shows to go and see, there's a good chance that Les Misérables – named the nation’s favourite musical in a BBC poll – would be it.
This epic tale of revolution, redemption and romance has been stunning audiences since it first opened in Paris more than 30 years ago. But, as stirring as the story is, it’s the music that really makes the show.
Many of the songs, from achingly beautiful ballads to epic anthems, have become famous in their own right. So if you’ve ever heard 'Bring Him Home' at a remembrance service or seen Susan Boyle deliver 'I Dreamed a Dream' and want to find out the story behind the songs, go and see this.
What's the story?
You'll be moved by the story of Jean Valjean, the reformed man who is dogged by relentless officer of the law Javert, and swept up in the spirit of revolution alongside the underdogs of 19th century Paris.
Your heart will break for Éponine as dashing young student Marius falls for Cosette. And as Javert closes in and things look bad for the rebels, the stage is set for confrontations and confessions, but perhaps also the redemptive power of love.
So don’t be put off by the title. This is no depressing weepy, and the cunning landlord Thénardier and his wife provide more than enough comic relief.
Who's in it?
Over the years, Les Misérables has attracted a host of major talents to its cast, with Michael Ball’s Marius a particular highlight and the nation’s favourite tenor Alfie Boe taking on Jean Valjean at the 25th anniversary concert in 2010.
Geronimo Rauch is currently playing the role of Jean Valjean, alongside Celinde Schoenmaker as Fantine and Danielle Hope (winner of BBC1's smash hit Over the Rainbow) as Eponine. Vicky Entwistle plays Madame Thénardier, Jamie Ward plays Marius and Christopher Jacobsen plays Enjolras..
Even if you don’t know any of the tunes as you take your seat, you'll be won over by the sheer range – from the heart-wrenching 'Empty Chairs at Empty Tables', to the desperately romantic 'On My Own' and the rousing 'Do You Hear the People Sing?'.
Who is Les Miserables suitable for?
Les Misérables has a unique ability to inspire devotion among all who see it. Something about the combination of a compelling love story and a fight against injustice, all wrapped up in exhilarating melodies, makes this the musical to end all musicals.
Best of all, it’s as much a date night show as it is one to take your Mum to, and kids will be inspired by the child stars and awesome sets.
Why book with us?
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Les Miserables reviews -
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Les Mis has everything - raw emotional performances, a gritty plot and some great moments of comedy provided by Monsieur and Madame Thenardier. It is filled with hit musical numbers - many of the greatest show songs are featured here. Whether you're an avid theatregoer or are experiencing the delights of the West End for the first time, Les Mis is one of those shows everybody just has to see at least once in their lifetime.
I saw it as a birthday treat and can easily call it one of the best shows the West End has to offer. It may not seem like the best material for a musical - orphans, oppression, revolutionary battles, death - but there are so many layers of story. As for its music, it was one soundtrack that I bought and listened to on a loop for weeks! Les Mis really is a perfect night at the theatre.
Brilliant Set design, story line and character performances. A spectacular show!
A moving, but funny musical throughout. An emotional rollercoaster from start to finish.
Les Miserables reviews - critics
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One of the best shows I have been to! All the cast were brilliant really put their all into their performances. Would highly recommend people to see this show. My fourth time of going to this show & it still holds me spellbound!
The show was fantastic and so were you. Our tickets hadnt arrived so we called your helpline and they arranged for another set to be sent to the theatre for us to collect that evening. Fantastic service. Wonderful weekend THANKS
Les Miserables is not 25 years young for nothing! Fantastic show performed fantastically well. Most highly recommended.
The tickets were a Christmas present for my wife, who enjoyed the show - I personally didn't feel a bond with the characters - the opera style of performance didn't appeal as the songs were disjointed. The actors were all good, some powerful singing - but on the whole I was glad when it finished.
I originally saw Les Mis around 20 years ago I loved it then and didnt think it could ever be beaten, last night as a Christmas treat I returned to see it again, the cast had a standing ovation from the entire theatre - need I say more.
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Did You Know?
Incredibly, considering the show's staying power, there is one musician who has been in Les Mis from its early days. Drummer Peter Boita is still bashing away as well as featuring on the original cast album.
Another person who has a long involvement with the show is Nick from boy band the Jonas Brothers, who started out playing young Gavroche on Broadway and was delighted to return to play Marius in a month-long West End run, followed by the O2 arena 25th anniversary concert.
Awards
1985 Laurence Olivier Awards
Best Actress in a Musical (Patti LuPone)
1987 Tony Awards
Best Musical
Best Book of a Musical
Best Original Score
Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical (Michael Maguire)
Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical (Frances Ruffelle)
Best Direction of a Musical
Best Scenic Design
2012 Laurence Olivier Awards
BBC Radio 2 Olivier Audience Award
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