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Les Miserables 1985 - Articles Page 2

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.


Les Miserables - 1985 - West End Cast

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Photo Flash: LES MISERABLES Dreams a Dream at WEST END LIVE 2017
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2017


The West End's free outdoor extravaganza West End Live 2017 took place over the weekend, and BroadwayWorld has more photos featuring the cast of LES MISERABLES performing as part of the thrilling outdoor experience below!

BWW Interview: Killian Donnelly On Playing Jean Valjean In LES MISERABLES
by Marianka Swain - June 12, 2017


Killian Donnelly's stellar musical career includes Kinky Boots, Memphis, The Commitments, Billy Elliot and The Phantom of the Opera. From tonight, he becomes the new West End Jean Valjean in Les Miserables.

Killian Donnelly and Carley Stenson to Join the Cast of LES MISERABLES
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2017


From Monday 12 June 2017, there will be major cast changes at the West End production of "LES MISERABLES" at the Queen's Theatre, which is now in its record breaking 33rd year.

BWW Interview: Simon Gleeson On Playing Jean Valjean In LES MISERABLES
by Marianka Swain - February 9, 2017


Australian actor Simon Gleeson's extensive musical theatre credits include Far Pavilions, Eureka, Mamma Mia! and Love Never Dies. He's currently starring as Jean Valjean in Les Miserables at the Queen's Theatre.

BWW Interview: New Eponine Hollie O'Donoghue Talks LES MISERABLES
by Marianka Swain - January 17, 2017


New Eponine Hollie O'Donoghue talks Les Mis

Australians Simon Gleeson & Hayden Tee to Star in LES MISERABLES on London's West End
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2016


Cameron Mackintosh's production of Boublil & Schonberg's legendary musical LES MISERABLES is now in its record breaking 32nd year and Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to announce Australia's Simon Gleeson and Hayden Tee will be reunited on stage as Jean Valjean and Javert at the Queen's Theatre.

Cameron Mackintosh Announces Cast Changes at LES MISERABLES Starting this December
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2016


Now in its record breaking 32nd year, Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to announce cast changes for "LES MISERABLES" at the Queen's Theatre.

STAGE TUBE: Zoe Doano Goes Backstage at London's LES MISERABLES
by Stage Tube - September 13, 2016


In the video below, go backstage with Zoe Doano, who plays Cosette in the West End production of Les Miserables, as she chats with the cast and crew and goes in-depth on the show's costumes!

STAGE TUBE: Rachelle Ann Go and Eva Noblezada Perform LES MIS Mash-up at West End Live
by Louisa Brady - June 18, 2016


This weekend, the casts of more than 30 West End shows perform for free in Trafalgar Square! WEST END LIVE 2016 takes place today, 18 June (11am-6pm) and tomorrow, 19 June (12pm-6pm). Today, the cast of LES MISERABLES gave a memorable performance, starting with a beautiful mash-up of 'I Dreamed a Dream' and 'On My Own,' followed by a rousing 'One Day More.' Watch the video here!

BWW Interview: David Langham, New Thenardier in LES MISERABLES!
by Carrie Dunn - June 14, 2016


David Langham has just started his run as Thenardier in Les Miserables, currently at the Queens Theatre. We caught up with him...

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!

Les Miserables History

Other Productions of Les Miserables

1985   West End Original London Production
West End
1987   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1987   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1988   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
2006   Broadway Return Engagement [Broadway]
Broadway
2010   US Tour 25th Anniversary Production
US Tour
2014   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   US Tour Revival National Tour
US Tour
2021   West End West End Staged Concert Revival
West End
2021   West End West End Revival
West End

Les Miserables - 1985 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 Olivier Awards BBC Radio 2 Olivier Audience Award -
2011 Olivier Awards BBC Radio Olivier Audience Award 0
1991 Olivier Awards Outstanding Non-Resident Production National Theatre
1985 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Alain Boublil
1985 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Herbert Tretzmer
1985 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Claude-Michel Schanberg
1985 Olivier Awards Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actor in a Musical Alun Armstrong
1985 Olivier Awards Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actor in a Musical Colm Wilkinson

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