Boadway Revival of LES MISERABLES Plays 500th Performance Today
by Tyler Peterson - June 3, 2015
BCameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's LES MISERABLES will celebrate its 500th performance today at the Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Now in its second year on Broadway, this newly-reimagined production of LES MISERABLES opened on Broadway March 23, 2014.
TV: LES MISERABLES' New Eponine, Brennyn Lark, Sings in Shubert Alley!
by Nicole Rosky - June 6, 2015
STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, was held earlier today, May 27th in Shubert Alley, between Broadway and 8th Avenue and 44th and 45th Streets. Hosted by HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH's Darren Criss, Broadway's best turned out for the annual performance - including Les Miserables' Brennyn Lark, who performed 'On My Own'- check it out below!
Alfie Boe to Succeed Tony Nominee Ramin Karimloo in Broadway's LES MISERABLES
by Tyler Peterson - May 8, 2015
Internationally-renowned performer Alfie Boe will return to Broadway to star as 'Jean Valjean' in Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new Broadway production of Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's Les Miserables, now in its second year at the Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Boe begins performances in Les Miserables Tuesday, September 1. Tony Award nominee Ramin Karimloo will give his final performance as Valjean on Sunday, August 30. Boe made his Broadway debut as Rodolfo in Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed production La Boheme, for which he and his co-stars received a special Tony Award in 2003 for their performances.
ON RECORD: Brennyn Lark's Five Favorite Cast Albums- 'It's Just Everything'
by On Record - April 15, 2015
BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you our latest weekly series- ON RECORD. Ever wonder which Broadway tunes have inspired your favorite performers? Check back every Tuesday to find out which cast recordings have made an impact on Broadway's brightest stars.
In this week's edition, we hear from Brennyn Lark, who is currently starring as 'Eponine' in Les Miserables- playing at the Imperial Theatre. Read on to find out her top five picks!
Adam Pascal Talks LEZ MIZ Fan Campaign on HAPPY HOUR WITH BEN & ALEXANDER Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2015
Tony nominee Adam Pascal (Rent, Aida, Chess) will guest on Universal Broadcasting Network's 'Happy Hour with Ben & Alexander' tonight, April 14th at 6 pm PST (streaming live from www.ubnradio.com) to discuss a recent Facebook campaign to 'Bring Adam Pascal To Les Miserables' as Valjean, in light of the recent news that current Valjean, Ramin Karimloo, will be leaving the role at the end of the summer.
Earl Carpenter to Succeed Will Swenson in LES MISERABLES on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - April 13, 2015
Acclaimed British actor Earl Carpenter will return to the role of Javert in Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's LES MISERABLES beginning Tuesday, May 12 at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Will Swenson will give his final performance as Javert Sunday, May 10. Carpenter performed the role on Broadway last summer while Swenson was on hiatus from the production for another project.
Adam Pascal to Discuss LEZ MIZ Fan Campaign on HAPPY HOUR WITH BEN & ALEXANDER, 4/14
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2015
Tony nominee Adam Pascal (Rent, Aida, Chess) will guest on Universal Broadcasting Network's 'Happy Hour with Ben & Alexander' on Tuesday, April 14th at 6 pm PST (streaming live from www.ubnradio.com) to discuss a recent Facebook campaign to 'Bring Adam Pascal To Les Miserables' as Valjean, in light of the recent news that current Valjean, Ramin Karimloo, will be leaving the role at the end of the summer.
Will You Join in Adam Pascal's Crusade? Star Hopes to Be Next Broadway Jean Valjean
by Nicole Rosky - March 26, 2015
Now, a Facebook fan page has started titled 'Bring Adam Pascal to Les Miserables.' Pascal himself wrote: Hey everyone so there is now the possibility that this could happen this fall now that Ramin is exiting! I have no idea if this fan page can have any effect on the decision but if we get those likes up you never know:)'
Photo Flash: Cast of LES MISERABLES Celebrates First Anniversary on Broadway!
by Tyler Peterson - March 25, 2015
This newly-reimagined production of Les Miserables, starring Ramin Karimloo, Will Swenson, Caissie Levy, and other stage vets, opened on Broadway March 23, 2014 to mass critical acclaim. With the revival's first anniversary just come and gone, the cast and crew gathered to celebrate the milestone - check out a photo below!
2460Done- Ramin Karimloo Will Depart Broadway's LES MISERABLES This August
by Nicole Rosky - March 25, 2015
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Tony Award nominee Ramin Karimloo will perform as Jean Valjean through the end of the summer in Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's Les Miserables, at The Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Now Karimloo has just announced his final performance on his official Facebook page. He writes: 'Update. I shall be going AWOL July 27-Aug 3. Back into civilization and Les Mis Aug 4. And I believe my final show is Aug 30. #?2460done'
TV: One Cast More! LES MISERABLES Welcomes New Broadway Cast Members!
by TV - Press Previews - March 5, 2015
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's Les Miserables just welcomed several new cast members for its second year on Broadway last night, March 3 at The Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Joining the cast are Tony and Oliver Award nominee Gavin Lee (Mary Poppins) as Thenardier, Erika Henningsen as Fantine, Rachel Izen as Madame Thenardier,Brennyn Lark as Eponine, Chris McCarrell as Marius and Wallace Smith as Enjolras. Tony Award nominee Ramin Karimloo will perform as Jean Valjean through the end of the summer; Will Swenson, as Javert, and Samantha Hill, as Cosette, will continue in their roles as well. Below, BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge brings you interviews with the full gang on their first night!
Photo Coverage: LES MISERABLES Welcomes New Leads at the Imperial Theatre!
by Jennifer Broski - March 4, 2015
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's Les Miserables just welcomed several new cast members for its second year on Broadway last night, March 3 at The Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Joining the cast are Tony and Oliver Award nominee Gavin Lee (Mary Poppins) as Thenardier, Erika Henningsen as Fantine, Rachel Izen as Madame Thenardier, Brennyn Lark as Eponine, Chris McCarrell as Marius and Wallace Smith as Enjolras. Tony Award nominee Ramin Karimloo will perform as Jean Valjean through the end of the summer; Will Swenson, as Javert, and Samantha Hill, as Cosette, will continue in their roles as well. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the new cast's first night!
Video Roundup: Meet the New Cast of Broadway's LES MISERABLES!
by Nicole Rosky - March 3, 2015
Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schonberg's Les Miserables will welcome several new cast members for its second year on Broadway beginning tonight, March 3 at The Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street).
BWW Reviews: BEYOND THE BARRICADE is Electrifying Entertainment
by David Clarke - February 9, 2015
The ensemble of the smash-hit musical Les Miserables has got to be one of the hardest working ensembles on Broadway. Last night this talented group impressed audiences by casting the wigs, dirt, and grime aside and singing the music that makes them tick at 54 BELOW.