Lucie Jones to return to 'Les Misérables' in the West End for eight weeks
This October, Les Misérables entered its 40th year in London and is celebrating with its first world tour: Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular.
I dreamed a dream! West End star Lucie Jones (Wicked, Waitress, Pippin, Ghost, The Baker’s Wife) will return to the London production of Les Misérables for eight weeks this December. She will play Fantine from 23 December to 15 February 2025.
Katie Hall, who is currently playing Fantine in the West End, will perform the role in the World Tour of Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular from 26 December, in Manchester, Newcastle, Gothenburg, Stockholm, Malmo, and Amsterdam, before returning to the Sondheim Theatre from 17 February 2025.
The West End cast includes Ian McIntosh as Jean Valjean, Stewart Clarke as Javert, Jacob Dachtler as Marius, Amena El-Kindy as Éponine, Annabelle Aquino as Cosette, Luke Kempner as Thénardier, Claire Machin as Madame Thénardier, and Robson Broad as Enjolras.
The company is completed by Matt Bateman, Michael Baxter, Emily Olive Boyd, Daniel J Brian, Ella May Carter, Adam Colbeck-Dunn, Matthew Dale, Irfan Damani, Sophie-May Feek, Matt Hayden, Christopher Jacobsen, Jessica Johns-Parsons, Sam Kipling, Anouk van Laake, Mia Lamb, Sarah Lark, Matthew McConnell, Aaron-Jade Morgan, Ben Oatley, Adam Pearce, Jordan Simon Pollard, Danielle Rose, Jonathan Stevens, Georgia Tapp, Noah Thallon, and Imaan Victoria.
Set during early 19th-century France, the musical tells the story of Jean Valjean, a French peasant and convict, and his desire for redemption. Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s score includes "I Dreamed a Dream", "On My Own", "Stars", "Bring Him Home", "Do You Hear the People Sing?", and "One Day More".
This October, Les Misérables entered its 40th year in London.
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Photo credit: Lucie Jones as Fantine. (Photo by Johan Perrson)
Frequently asked questions
What is Les Misérables about?
Do you hear the people sing? The iconic West End classic returns with a fresh staging and design. Even if you’ve seen Les Mis before, you haven’t seen it like this. This global hit tells a timeless story of redemption and revolution, complete with famous songs like “I Dreamed A Dream.” Get your tickets to Les Miserables at the Sondheim Theatre today.
How long is Les Misérables?
The running time of Les Misérables is 2hr 50min. Incl. 15min interval.
Where is Les Misérables playing?
Les Misérables is playing at Sondheim Theatre. The theatre is located at 51 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 6BA.
What's the age requirement for Les Misérables?
The recommended age for Les Misérables is Ages 7+. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to an adult ticketholder (18+). Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for Les Misérables?
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What are the songs in 'Les Misérables'?
Les Misérables is a sung-through musical featuring many classic songs like “Bring Him Home,” “Stars,” and “I Dreamed a Dream.” Read our complete guide to the songs in Les Misérables.
Who wrote 'Les Misérables'?
Les Misérables is an adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel. The musical was written by Claude-Michel Schönberg (music) and Alain Boublil (French lyrics), with Herbert Kretzmer providing the English-language libretto.
Who directed 'Les Misérables'?
Trevor Nunn and John Caird directed Les Misérables on stage, and the duo won a Tony Award for their work on the show in 1987.
When did 'Les Misérables' open in the West End?
Les Misérables opened at the Barbican Centre on 8 October 1985, then transferred to the Palace Theatre on 4 December 1985. It later moved again to its current home at the Sondheim Theatre on 3 April 2004.
Is 'Les Misérables' appropriate for kids?
This production is suitable for children over the age of 7. An adult must accompany any children under 16, and children under 3 will not be admitted into the auditorium.
Is 'Les Misérables' good?
An epic spectacle, Les Misérables continues to leave audiences breathless after over thirty years with its beautiful score and captivating story. Read our five-star review of Les Misérables.
Is 'Les Misérables' a true story?
Whilst Les Misérables is an adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel of the same name, this fictional work dives into the inequalities of 19th-century France, including the June Rebellion of 1832.
Is 'Les Misérables' an opera?
No, Les Misérables is not opera but is categorised as a sung-through musical. The show seamlessly weaves spoken dialogue with various musical styles to tell the story. Find out more about the songs in Les Misérables with our song guide here.
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