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Video: Watch Ramin Karimloo Star in SWEENEY TODD in New Trailer

by Michael Major — July 20, 2026

Ramin Karimloo stars as Sweeney Todd in Birmingham Rep's production of Sondheim’s classic musical, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Photos: Ramin Karimloo and More in SWEENEY TODD at Birmingham Rep

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 10, 2026

You can now get a first look at images of Birmingham Rep's production of Sondheim’s classic musical, Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street starring Ramin Karimloo.

Photos: Ramin Karimloo and Meow Meow Star In SWEENEY TODD, Now In Rehearsal at Birmingham Rep

by A.A. Cristi — June 17, 2026

Birmingham Repertory Theatre has released new rehearsal photos from its upcoming production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Full Cast Set For Ramin Karimloo-Led SWEENEY TODD at Birmingham Rep

by Stephi Wild — April 14, 2026

The full cast has been set for the new production of Stephen Sondheim's musical, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre in the UK.

The Barricades Meet the Bay: LES MISÉRABLES Reimagined as a Global Spectacle

by Gilbert Kim Sancha — March 28, 2026

Following a triumphant engagement in Manila, the barricades have been raised at Marina Bay—but this time, they come with a view of the future.

Lea Salonga Joins Singapore Season of LES MISÉRABLES

by Caryl Kristine Guillermo — March 22, 2026

Lea Salonga joins previously announced cast members as Madame Thénardier in the Singapore season of Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular, running from 24 March to 10 May 2026 at the Sands Theatre.

Review: LES MISERABLES WORLD TOUR—Four Decades of Heart, Heroism, and Hope

by Gilbert Kim Sancha — January 25, 2026

Since its 1980 debut in Paris, Les Misérables has transcended the medium of musical theatre to become a global cultural force.

Photos: Lea Salonga and More Talk LES MISERABLES in Manila

by Stephi Wild — January 22, 2026

Lea Salonga and the cast of Les Misérables talk about the Manila stop of the world tour.

Lea Salonga, Gerónimo Rauch, and More Will Lead LES MISERABLES: THE WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR in Manila

by Stephi Wild — December 5, 2025

Casting has been announced for the Manila stop of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR, coming to The Theatre at Solaire from 20 January to 1 March 2026.

LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Arrives in Australia in Three Weeks

by Stephi Wild — April 11, 2025

Final casting has been confirmed for the Australian leg of LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR! Due to demand, extra performances were recently added in Australia.

LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Adds Performances in Sydney and Melbourne

by Stephi Wild — March 3, 2025

Due to demand, extra performances have been added in Australia for LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR! The World Tour arrives at the ICC Sydney Theatre on 30 April 2025.

Photos: Killian Donnelly, Jac Yarrow, and More in LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR

by Stephi Wild — October 9, 2024

Further photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, currently at the Utilita Arena, Sheffield (10 – 13 October 2024).

Photos: LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Kicks Off World Tour

by Stephi Wild — September 30, 2024

All new photos have been released for the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, with upcoming UK performances in Glasgow, Sheffield, Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle.

Emily Bautista Joins LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR UK Tour Dates; Full Cast!

by Stephi Wild — August 27, 2024

Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming UK performances of the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, which will open at the SSE Arena Belfast on 19 September 2024, with a cast and orchestra of over 65.