Les Miserables 1985 - Articles Page 2.6

Run Time:
Two hours and 50 minutes
Ages: 8+
Opened: October 8, 1985
Closing: July 13, 2019

Les Miserables - 1985 - West End History , Info & More

Sondheim Theatre (formally Queen's Theatre)
(Piccadilly Circus) Shaftesbury Avenue London

Cameron Mackintosh's legendary production of Boublil and Schonberg's LES MISERABLES is a global stage sensation.

Seen by more than 70 million people in 43 countries and in 22 languages around the globe, it is still breaking box-office records everywhere in its 30th year.

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption-a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.

Ex-convict Jean Valjean is hunted for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert after he breaks parole. When Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine's young daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever.

Featuring the songs "I Dreamed A Dream", "Bring Him Home", "One Day More" and "On My Own"- Les Miserables is the show of shows.

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David Langham, Chris Cowley to Join West End's LES MISERABLES
by Tyler Peterson - May 9, 2016


Now in its record breaking 31st year, Cameron Mackintosh has announced cast changes for 'LES MISERABLES' at the Queen's Theatre.

Photo Flash: Eva Noblezada Joins the Barricade as 'Eponine' in West End's LES MISERABLES
by Tyler Peterson - April 4, 2016


Eva Noblezada give her first performance as the beloved 'Eponine' in the West End production of 'LES MISERABLES' tonight, Monday 4 April 2016. In anticipation, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the MISS SAIGON alum in the hit musical below!

Alison Luff Joins Broadway's LES MISERABLES as 'Fantine' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 4, 2016


Alison Luff, most recently seen on Broadway as Miss Honey in MATILDA, will assume the role of 'Fantine' in Broadway's Les Miserables beginning tonight, February 4 at the Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street).

Breaking News: Alison Luff Is LES MISERABLES' Next 'Fantine' on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2016


BroadwayWorld is excited to report that Alison Luff, most recently seen on Broadway as Miss Honey in MATILDA, will assume the role of 'Fantine' in Broadway's LES MISERABLES beginning Thursday, February 4 at the Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). 

Eva Noblezada, Danielle Hope & More Will Join Cast of West End's LES MISERABLES
by Nicole Rosky - January 7, 2016


Now in its record breaking 30th year, Cameron Mackintosh just announced exciting cast changes for"LES MISERABLES" at the Queen's Theatre in 2016. Joining the cast from Monday 15 February 2016 are Patrice Tipoki as 'Fantine'; Craig Mather as 'Marius' andDanielle Hope as 'Eponine.' Peter Lockyer will continue to star as 'Jean Valjean', Jeremy Secomb as 'Javert',Phil Daniels as 'Thenardier', Katy Secombe as 'Madame Thenardier'; Zoe Doano as 'Cosette' and Bradley Jaden as 'Enjolras'.

HOT Video: LES MISERABLES' 30th Birthday with Patti LuPone, Colm Wilkinson, Frances Ruffelle & More Singing in Special Finale!
by Robert Diamond - October 25, 2015


It's been 30 years since Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's phenomenon of a musical opened in London and finally videos have just started to appear online from the special 30th Anniversary event, including Patti LuPone, Colm Wilkinson, Frances Rufelle, John Owen Jones, Geronimo Rauch, Peter Lockyer, Rachelle Ann Go, Carrie Hope Fletcher and other members of the current and original cast!

Photo Flash: Original, Current London Casts of LES MISERABLES Unite at 30th Anniversary Party!
by Tyler Peterson - October 9, 2015


Below, check out a just-released photo including the 1985 original company, the current London cast and members of the creative team!

Photo Flash: The Celebration Continues! LES MISERABLES' 30th Birthday Event With Patti LuPone, Colm Wilkinson, Frances Ruffelle and More!
by Christina Mancuso - October 9, 2015


It's been 30 years since Claude-Michel Schönberg &Alain Boublil's phenomenon of a musical opened in London. LES MISERABLES originally opened in London at the Barbican Theatre on October 8, 1985. It transferred to the Palace Theatre on 4 December 1985 where it ran for 19 years before moving to its current home at the Queen's Theatre on 3 April 2004 where it has already played for 11 years and looks set to at least equal the run at the Palace Theatre as it is still playing to standing room only. When Les Miserables celebrated its 21st London birthday on 8 October 2006, it became the World's Longest Running Musical, surpassing the record previously held by Cats in London's West End.

LES MIS AT 30 - Some Of The Highlights Since 1985!
by Carrie Dunn - October 8, 2015


Some of our favourite clips and recordings of Les Miserables casts across the years!

LES MISERABLES London Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Original Cast Tonight - Colm Wilkinson, Alfie Boe, Frances Ruffelle and More!
by BWW News Desk - October 8, 2015


Tonight 8 October 2015, the West End production of 'LES MISERABLES' at the Queen's Theatre continues to make history as it celebrates its 30th anniversary with a very special performance starting at 7.00pm.

STAGE TUBE: Peter Lockyer and Rachelle Ann Go Share LES MISERABLES Memories in Celebration of 30th Anniversary
by Christina Mancuso - October 7, 2015


The legendary production of Les Miserables is celebrating its 30th birthday this week and as part of the celebrations, check out the interview video below of Peter Lockyer, who plays Jean Valjean, and Rachelle Ann Go who plays Fantine.

LES MIS AT 30: Cast Recall Their Fondest Memories!
by Carrie Dunn - October 8, 2015


We speak to current and former cast members of Les Miserables about their favourite memories of their time in the show!

BWW Interview: Rob Houchen On LES MIZ 30th Anniversary!
by Carrie Dunn - October 7, 2015


We talk to Rob Houchen about being part of the West End production of Les Miserables - and the upcoming 30th anniversary gala night!

BWW Interview: Carrie Hope Fletcher On LES MIZ 30th Anniversary - And Answers THAT Elphaba Question!
by Carrie Dunn - October 6, 2015


We talk to Carrie Hope Fletcher about playing Eponine, the Les Miserables 30th anniversary gala - and whether she wants to play Elphaba one day...

Photo Flash: First Look at Peter Lockyer, Rachelle Ann Go & More in West End's LES MISERABLES
by Tyler Peterson - September 24, 2015


Now in its record breaking 30th year at the Queen's Theatre, LES MISERABLES stars Phil Daniels as 'Thenardier', Jeremy Secomb as 'Javert',Rachelle Ann Go as 'Fantine'; Katy Secombe as 'Madame Thenardier' Zoe Doano as 'Cosette', Peter Lockyer as 'Jean Valjean', Rob Houchen as 'Marius', Carrie Hope Fletcher as 'Eponine' and Bradley Jaden as 'Enjolras'. Check out a first look at the cast in action below!

LES MISERABLES London Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Online Ticket Lottery and Original Cast, Oct. 8 - Colm Wilkinson, Alfie Boe, Frances Ruffelle and More!
by Christina Mancuso - September 24, 2015


On Thursday 8 October 2015, the West End production of 'LES MISERABLES' at the Queen's Theatre continues to make history as it celebrates its 30th anniversary with a very special performance starting at 7.00pm. 450 tickets for this performance will be available to the fans through a mobile lottery and a charity auction to raise money for the Save the Children Syria Children's Appeal. Audience members wishing to attend this historic musical event will have the opportunity to enter the mobile lottery or auction by visiting lesmis.com/30 which will be live from 12.00 noon on Friday 25 September 2015.

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