LES MIS AT 25: BBC Documentary As Matt Lucas Dreams The Dream!
By: Carrie Dunn Dec. 29, 2010
Just for UK viewers via the BBC iPlayer, catch up on Les Mis at 25: Matt Lucas Dreams The Dream, featuring Alfie Boe, Cameron Mackintosh, Michael Ball, Frances Ruffelle and Lea Salonga.
Les Miserables is the world's best-loved musical. It's been seen by 57 million people and in 2010 celebrated its 25th anniversary with its two largest ever productions at London's O2 Arena. Matt Lucas, a life-long fan of es Mis', was invited to fulfil his dream of performing in these shows alongside more than 300 stalwarts from previous productions.
This documentary tells the story of a musical that many thought would fail but which become a worldwide phenomenon with unforgettable songs like 'I Dreamed A Dream'. We follow Matt Lucas as he prepares for the performance of a lifetime.
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