Victor Hugo

Olivier-Winner Philip Quast, Rob Madge and More Join LES MISERABLES At Radio City Music Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026

Three-time Olivier Award winner Philip Quast and West End performer Rob Madge have joined LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City Music Hall. Quast, who originated Javert in the Australian production and appeared in the 10th Anniversary Concert, will play the Bishop of Digne, while Madge returns to the franchise as Bamatabois after previously appearing as Gavroche in the 25th Anniversary Concert.

LES MISÉRABLES: The 40th Anniversary All-Star Cast Recording Set for Release
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026

Les Miserables: The 40th Anniversary All-Star Cast, a double CD and digital recording featuring Killian Donnelly, Bradley Jaden, and Katie Hall, will be released, timed to coincide with the Arena Spectacular World Tour's final dates.

LES MISÉRABLES Makes Final Chicago Run at Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026

Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Norton Singers Cast Unveiled
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026

Norton Singers will present THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, featuring music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The production will include a large ensemble and full orchestra. Performances will take place across multiple dates in June.

LES MISERABLES, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES and More Set for Olney Theatre 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2026

Olney Theatre Center has revealed its 2026-27 season featuring a production of La Cage aux Folles directed by Artistic Director Jason Loewith, Les Misérables, directed by Stephen Brackett and more.

Full Cast Set for THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Ramsey Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026

Ramsey Theatre Company has revealed a 34-member cast plus a 20-person choir for its production of Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame at SKYPAC in Bowling Green, KY, with Orchestra Kentucky in the pit.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, HAIRSPRAY and More Set for La Mirada 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026

La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts has unveiled its 2026/2027 season of shows! The season will feature a new productin of Little Shop of Horrors, Hairspray, and more.

Alfie Boe, Samantha Barks, and More Will Lead LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

Principal casting has been announced for the forthcoming Grand Finale of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham. 

Creative Team Set for THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Houston Broadway Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026

Houston Broadway Theatre has revealed the creatives for Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame at the Wortham Center playing this summer with a limited three-week engagement.

Spotlight: LA ESMERALDA at The Ballet Theatre of Maryland
by BWW Special Offer - Apr 13, 2026

Experience the vivacious La Esmeralda by the Ballet Theatre of Maryland

Video: HCT 2026: 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' Trailer 4
by Joshua Wright - Apr 7, 2026

Hale Centre Theatre has released new video of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, now on stage through April 25, 2026. The production is set against the backdrop of Notre Dame Cathedral and follows Quasimodo, a man longing for connection in a world that fears him. Based on the novel by Victor Hugo, the musical explores themes of social exclusion and justice through its story and score.

BWW Q&A: Nicole Kelsh Talks LA ESMERALDA at Ballet Theatre of Maryland
by Joshua Wright - Apr 7, 2026

In this uplifting take on Victor Hugo’s masterwork, the vivacious street dancer Esmeralda inadvertently catches the eye of the Archdeacon Claude Frollo. He sends his deformed henchman, Quasimodo, to capture her, but Captain Phoebus de Chateaupers comes to her rescue. Seeing Phoebus’s men begin to punish the misunderstood Quasimodo, Esmeralda is moved by compassion. She begs Phoebus to show mercy.

MARY JANE & More Lead Seattle's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026

Seattle is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks for Seattle for Spring 2026.

COME FROM AWAY & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026

San Francisco / Bay Area is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks in San Francisco for Spring 2026.

RIGOLETTO, ORPHEUS & EURYDICE and More Set for Pittsburgh Opera 2026–27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026

Pittsburgh Opera revealed its 2026-27 season, its 88th, featuring five productions across four venues, including a world premiere, and classic works by Verdi, Handel, Gluck, and Gounod.

The Barricades Meet the Bay: LES MISÉRABLES Reimagined as a Global Spectacle
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Mar 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.

Video: Hale Centre Theatre's THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by Joshua Wright - Mar 24, 2026

Watch a first look video of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Hale Centre Theatre, running March 9 to April 25, 2026, with full cast details and performance schedule.

Lea Salonga Joins Singapore Season of LES MISÉRABLES
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - Mar 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.

LES MISÉRABLES Returns to The Paramount Theatre in Seattle This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026

The Paramount Theatre in Seattle will present the acclaimed musical LES MISÉRABLES as part of its 2025-26 Broadway season. The show is scheduled to run from April 7 to April 19, 2026.

Review: LES MISÉRABLES Captivates Edmonton at The Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
by Sarah Dussome - Mar 13, 2026

This epic musical features classic showtunes including I Dreamed a Dream, On My Own, One Day More, and Do You Hear the People Sing?.