ISSAQUAH, WA –Village Theatre's Artistic Director Steve Tomkins 'dreamed a dream' many years ago when he first saw actor Greg Stone perform in Les Misérables. After directing Stone in Jesus Christ Superstar in 1993 Tomkins wondered, “Could I put together my 'dream cast,' that included Stone, and present this monstrous legendary mega-hit musical Les Misérables at Village Theatre?” Scheduling conflicts, rights issues and budget constraints stood in his way, but much like the character Jean Valjean, Tomkins persisted. Over a decade later the stage production rights became available for a short window of time (that window closes when the Broadway revival of Les Misérables opens in March of 2014) and Tomkins got to work putting the many pieces together for a Village Theatre production.

Cameron Mackintosh's latest production of Boublil & Schonberg's masterpiece, LES MISERABLES, the first show of the 2013-2014 Mirvish Subscription Season, just opened at Princess of Wales Theatre. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a look at opening night, featuring the cast members on the show's lasting legacy, as well as fans' initial reactions!

Cameron Mackintosh's latest production of Boublil & Schonberg's masterpiece, LES MISERABLES, the first show of the 2013-2014 Mirvish Subscription Season, just opened at Princess of Wales Theatre. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a full first look at the cast raising the barricade in Toronto!

Cameron Mackintosh's latest production of Boublil & Schonberg's masterpiece, LES MISERABLES, the first show of the 2013-2014 Mirvish Subscription Season, opened September 27 at Princess of Wales Theatre. Below, check out a first look at the cast, including Ramin Karimloo, Earl Carpenter, and more raising the barricade in Toronto!

I do not think it is out of line to say Les Miserables has been the most anticipated production on the Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre's 2013 lineup. Some hoping it would be great, others certain it would not be.

Fans of the show LES MISERABLES have had a smorgasbord of productions to choose from in central Ohio this year. After Cameron Mackintosh LTD released the rights to the musical to coincide with the release of the movie, several high schools and community theaters have taken on the massive task of presenting the musical.

Don't miss the cast of Les Miserables as they storm the barricades at the Omaha Community Playhouse

Victor Hugo's epic novel Les Miserables has become one of the world's most successful and beloved musicals. Alain Boublil first got the idea to adapt the novel to stage while watching a production of OLIVER! In London. He pitched the idea to French composer Claude-Michel Schonberg. LES MISERABLES was first staged in 1980, and over 500,000 people saw it across its 100 performances. The first production in English, produced by Cameron Mackintosh and adapted and directed by Trevor Nunn and John Caird, opened in 1985 in London. This production instantly became a phenomenon, and is still running (with revisions and alterations to the book and staging). LES MISERABLES first opened on Broadway in 1987 and ran through 2003. It was revived in 2006 and will be revived on Broadway again in 2014. Currently, Bayou City Theatrics is presenting a pared down LES MISERABLES that is also the first all-Houston talent production of the musical.

Australian producer Enda Markey presents a stellar international cast in the Asia-Pacific premiere of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg's DO YOU HEAR THE PEOPLE SING?

BroadwayWorld Contributing Editor Alan Aronshtam was able to attend the Les Miserables Press Preview where he spoke to the cast about the upcoming Canadian revival of Les Miserables.

Be at the barricade with Balagan Theatre this September for an intensely intimate and immersive staging of the worldwide musical phenomenon, Les Miserables, featuring Broadway actor Louis Hobson in his debut performance with Balagan as Artistic Director. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!

According to Deadline, the network has given VERONICA MARS creator Rob Thomas the go-ahead to develop a pilot script based upon Victor Hugo's classic novel turned Broadway show. The project comes from Warner Bros TV with a penalty.

Toby's Dinner Theatre presents Les Miserables, July 26 - November 10, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production shots below!

Tony winning musical is getting a superb production at Toby's Dinner Theatre

Four Seasons Theatre's production of Les Miserables goes miles above the rest with brilliant direction, passionate performers. Mitby Theater through 8/18.

The Aurora Theatre is currently in the midst of a record-breaking run of 'the world's most popular musical', 'Les Miserables.' With music by Claude-Michel Schonberg and lyrics by Alain Boublil and Herbert Kretzmer, the show has been captivating audiences for weeks (Read the BroadwayWorld Atlanta rave review. The show runs through September 8th, to get your tickets, call 678-226-6222 or visit their website. Read more about BWW Reviews: Aurora's Record-Breaking LES MISERABLES Is a Powerful, Breath-Taking Hit by atlanta.broadwayworld.com

Les Miserables is arguably the most popular musical in history and after the successful 2012 motion picture version, its fan base has only continued to expand. Les Mis is hardly a musical, but rather, a movement. Next to tackle this show of epic proportions is the Reagle Music Theatre in Waltham, MA.

There is something special happening on stage at the Aurora Theatre. The Aurora Theatre production is the most flawless version of 'Les Miserables' that I have ever seen, and I've seen my share. I filled pages upon pages with notes about the exciting and insightful choices made by the always genius director Justin Anderson and his near-perfect cast.

Surflight Theatre, under the leadership of Executive Director Ken Myers, announced principal casting today fort Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schonberg's Tony Award-winning musical masterpiece LES MISERABLES, makes it long awaited Long Beach Island debut at Surflight Theatre, from July 31 through August 24. Opening night is August 1 at 8pm. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the full production shots below!

Surflight Theatre, under the leadership of Executive Director Ken Myers, announced principal casting today fort Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schonberg's Tony Award-winning musical masterpiece LES MISERABLES, makes it long awaited Long Beach Island debut at Surflight Theatre, from July 31 through August 24. Constantine Maroulis came backstage to visit the cast after a matinee performance last night. Check out the photo below!

Surflight Theatre, under the leadership of Executive Director Ken Myers, announced principal casting today fort Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schonberg's Tony Award-winning musical masterpiece LES MISERABLES, makes it long awaited Long Beach Island debut at Surflight Theatre, from July 31 through August 24. Opening night is August 1 at 8pm. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!

LES MISERABLES makes its long awaited Long Beach Island debut at Surflight Theatre, from July 31 through August 24. Opening night is August 1 at 8pm. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek below!

During Ian Gibb's recent benefit concert in Wichita, Kansas, he performed an original version of the 12 Days of Christmas with a Les Mis twist.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Jungle Book' reviews, 'Oklahoma!' on the radio, Broadway In Chicago's Park preview, 'Hedwig' and 'Rooms' rock, Team StarKid is back, community theater in Glenview, a children's musical in Mundelein, plus the 'Summer Birthday Showtune Blowout' July 10th!

La semana pasada se presento en Santander a los protagonistas de la nueva produccion de Los Miserables que iniciara la gira en octubre de este año. ¡BroadwayWorld Spain tuvo la oportunidad de entrevistarles y aqui os mostramos este encuentro tan especial!