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BWW Flashback: MISS SAIGON Is Officially Broadway-Bound; Look Back on Its London Run!
by BWW Special Coverage - Nov 19, 2015


As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, Cameron Mackintosh has confirmed that Boublil and Schonberg's beloved musical MISS SAIGON will wrap its West End Run at the Prince Edward Theatre on Saturday 27 February 2016 - and that it will soon be making flights to other shores. With news that it could be heading to Broadway, BroadwayWorld brings you a look back at the production!

VIDEO: LES MISERABLES' Alfie Boe Performs 'Bring Him Home' on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 17, 2015


Tony Award winner Tenor Alfie Boe, known for his role as Jean Valjean in LES MISERABLES joins the fourth hour of NBC's TODAY to sing 'Bring Him Home' from the long-running Broadway hit

DVR Alert: LES MISERABLES' Alfie Boe Performs on NBC's TODAY This Morning
by TV News Desk - Nov 17, 2015


NBC has announced that today, November 17th, Broadway's Alfie Boe will perform a song from LES MISERABLES during the 10-11 a.m. hour of TODAY.

DVR Alert: LES MISERABLES' Alfie Boe to Perform on NBC's TODAY, 11/17
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2015


NBC has announced that on Tuesday, November 17th, Broadway's Alfie Boe will perform a song from LES MISERABLES during the 10-11 a.m. hour of TODAY.

Alfie Boe - Broadway's 'Jean Valjean' - to Depart LES MISERABLES This February
by Jessica Khan - Nov 12, 2015


A brand-new promo for Broadway's LES MISERABLES just hit YouTube (watch it below!), and it looks like Alfie Boe isn't long for the part of 'Jean Valjean'. The video announces the actor's departure date as February 28th, 2016. No word yet on who will replace him in the lead role, but BWW will keep our ears to the ground!

Alfie Boe is Back on Broadway - A Look Back at the Top Performances from LES MISERABLES' New Lead!
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 1, 2015


Alfie Boe returns to Broadway as 'Jean Valjean' tonight in Cameron Mackintosh's production of Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's Les Miserables, now in its second year at the Imperial Theatre. Tony Award nominee Ramin Karimloo gave his final performance just last Sunday, August 30. BWW welcomes Boe back to Broadway with a roundup of his top performances - check them out below, and be sure to let us know your favorites below!

Alfie Boe Joins Broadway's LES MISERABLES as 'Jean Valjean' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2015


Internationally-renowned performer Alfie Boe returns 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 tonight, September 1.

BWW Interview: Boe's Back! LES MISERABLES' New Jean Valjean Preps for His Big Broadway Return
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 15, 2015


Boe just began rehearsals for his Broadway comeback, and he checked in with BroadwayWorld after Day 1. In the full interview below find out how he feels about being Britain's favorite tenor, what his memories are of the 25th Anniversary concert and so much more!

Meet the New Leads of LES MISERABLES on Broadway - Alfie Boe, Montego Glover & Alex Finke!
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 11, 2015


As reported yesterday, Tony Award-nominee Montego Glover and Alex Finke will join Alfie Boe, the internationally-acclaimed performer who takes over the role of Jean Valjean in Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's Les Miserables, on Sept 1. Glover succeeds Erika Henningsen as Fantine, while Finke (making her Broadway debut) replaces original cast member Samantha Hill. In honor of the trio boarding of one Broadway's most beloved hits, BWW brings you a brief look at their past performances!

MISS SAIGON Schedules Final Flight in London; A Look Back at the Broadway-Bound Musical's Run
by BWW Special Coverage - Jul 14, 2015


As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, Cameron Mackintosh has confirmed that Boublil and Schonberg's beloved musical MISS SAIGON will wrap its West End Run at the Prince Edward Theatre on Saturday 27 February 2016 - and that it will soon be making flights to other shores. With news that it could be heading to Broadway, BroadwayWorld brings you a look back at the production!

LES MISERABLES 25th Anniversary Concert Airs on THIRTEEN Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 14, 2015


New York's flagship public media station THIRTEEN will air a special re-broadcast of the famed London Les Miserables 25th Anniversary Concert this evening, June 14 beginning at 7 pm.

THIRTEEN to Air LES MISERABLES 25th Anniversary Concert This Weekend
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2015


New York's flagship public media station THIRTEEN will air a special re-broadcast of the famed London LES MISERABLES 25th Anniversary Concert this Sunday evening, June 14 beginning at 7 pm.  The concert, which celebrated the original London production's 25th Anniversary, took place on October 3, 2010 at the O2 Arena and starred Alfie Boe as Jean Valjean.  Boe will reprise his legendary performance beginning September 1 in Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new Broadway revival of LES MISERABLES at the Imperial Theatre.  The concert will also be broadcast on WLIW21 on Long Island Monday, June 15 at 7 pm and Saturday, June 20 on NJTV at 7 pm.

STAGE TUBE: Daniel and Laura Curtis Release RATATOUILLE Concept Recording
by Sally Henry Fuller - May 16, 2015


The pair recently released a concept recording of four songs written for a theoretical RATATOUILLE musical, with visuals from the film to go with them. They explicitly state, however, that they did not do this with Disney's sanction, so this seems to be more a strong hint to Disney than an assignment. Check out the live studio recording 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.

Win MISS SAIGON Souvenir Programs Signed by Rachelle Ann Go!
by Rocky Christopher Fajardo - Jan 6, 2015


This New Year, two lucky BroadwayWorld.com (BWW) fans from the Philippines will have the exclusive chance to win special prizes (flown in from London's Prince Edward Theatre) as we launch our MISS SAIGON reflection story written by Rocky Christopher Fajardo found HERE.

STAGE TUBE: It's Here! Watch the Full Finale of MISS SAIGON's 25th Anniversary Gala With Lea Salonga and More!
by Stage Tube - Oct 3, 2014


Those of you who couldn't be in London for MISS SAIGON's 25th anniversary celebration last month are in for a treat. The performance was broadcast tonight, October 3, on BBC2, and you can watch the full finale below!

MISS SAIGON 25th Anniversary With Lea Salonga Broadcast in Full on BBC Tonight
by Pat Cerasaro - Oct 3, 2014


Check out the flashy and exciting new teaser trailer for the 25th anniversary performance of MISS SAIGON, which will be broadcast in full along with video clips tonight!

BWW Guest Blog: 25 aniversario de 'Miss Saigon'
by BWW Special Coverage - Oct 1, 2014


El escenógrafo David Pizarro, que actualmente trabaja en la producción de 'El Rey Leon', nos cuenta su experiencia como espectador en el 25 aniversario de 'Miss Saigon' que se celebró el pasado 22 de septiembre.

STAGE TUBE: Go Inside the MISS SAIGON Anniversary Gala with Lea Salonga, Jonathan Pryce, Simon Bowman & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2014


This is the hour! Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg's Miss Saigon hosted its 25th anniversary gala performance of the musical in the West End earlier this week on September 22, 2014, featuring original stars Lea Salonga, Jonathan Pryce, Simon Bowman and other original cast members and alumni (not to mention screaming fans and plenty of champagne). Below, check out highlights from the exciting occasion!

BWW Interview: Married Composers Laura and Dan Curtis Discuss Upcoming Concert at Royal Albert Hall on Oct. 14
by Louisa Brady - Sep 24, 2014


The married, song-writing duo Laura and Dan Curtis has had an exciting past year of work, which isn't slowing down anytime soon. The couple has a concert coming up at the Royal Albert Hall on October 14th, which will feature the music from the popular album, LOVE ON 42ND STREET (For tickets, click here.) Laura and Dan took the time to chat with BroadwayWorld this weekend about their upcoming concert, the amazing work they've done over the past year, and their exciting plans for the future. Read the full interview below, and find access to several video links!

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