Special 40th anniversary 'Les Misérables' cast to play limited season
Les Misérables has also revealed its new company, which takes over from 7 July and will continue into 2026 following the anniversary cast's special performances.
A special cast will perform together in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Les Misérables in the West End for eight weeks only. The cast, comprised of previous performers from the West End, international shows, movie and Arena Spectacular, will return to the show from 8 September to 1 November.
The role of ‘Jean Valjean’ will be played by Killian Donnelly, alongside Bradley Jaden as ‘Javert’, Katie Hall as ‘Fantine’, Jac Yarrow as ‘Marius’, Shan Ako as ‘Éponine’, Jordan Shaw as ‘Enjolras’, Beatrice Penny-Touré as ‘Cosette’, Adam Gillen as ‘Thénardier’, and Marina Prior as ‘Madame Thénardier’. Ian McIntosh will play the role of ‘Jean Valjean’ at certain performances.
The new cast joining from 7 July is also announced today and includes McIntosh as ‘Jean Valjean’, Sam Oladeinde as ‘Javert’, Hall as ‘Fantine’, Gillen as ‘Thénardier’, Claire Machin as ‘Madame Thénardier’, Thiago Phillip Felizardo as ‘Marius’, Amena El-kindy as ‘Éponine’, Joe Griffiths-Brown as ‘Enjolras’ and Izzi Levine as ‘Cosette’. Most of this cast will continue in the show from 3 November, following the eight-week anniversary celebration.
The company is completed by Hollie Aires, Aidan Banyard, Ella May Carter, Nicholas Carter, Matthew Dale, Irfan Damani, Lila Falce-Bass, Sophie-May Feek, Jessica Johns-Parsons, Seán Keany, Chris Kiely, Sam Kipling, Mia Lamb, Sarah Lark, Ollie Llewelyn-Williams, Matthew McConnell, Aaron-Jade Morgan, Adam Pearce, William Pennington, Jordan Simon Pollard, Lewis Renninson, Danielle Rose, Georgia Tapp, Noah Thallon, Imaan Victoria, and Danny Whelan.
Cameron Mackintosh said: “It’s hard to believe that Les Misérables is already 40 years old and still in the prime of life on Shaftesbury Avenue in London’s West End, packing out the Sondheim Theatre.
"As we go into our remarkable fifth decade, we have found a terrific new cast to continue storming the barricade from 7 July for ‘One Year More’. And in celebration of our 40th Birthday, I have put together, as I have always done for major celebrations, a special cast for eight weeks only, drawn from the outstanding performers of the last decade’s international productions of Les Mis, as well as the current Arena Spectacular and the Oscar winning movie, all of whom have emerged as new theatre stars. This will be the last time that they will all be able to play together in Les Mis as their careers take them onto new stellar paths.
"My grateful thanks must first be to the show's brilliant creators Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, without whom none of us would have a job, and the timeless words of Herbert Kretzmer inspired, as we all have been, by the great Victor Hugo. My eternal gratitude to everyone who has been involved with Les Misérables over the last 40 years both on and off the stage, and lastly thanks to you our audience for continually wanting to Hear The People Sing and ensure that Tomorrow Always Comes for* Les Misérables*.”
Les Misérables has been seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 55 countries and has been translated into 22 languages. It has won over 180 major awards around the world, including four Olivier Awards and eight Tony Awards, and the movie won three Oscars.
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Photo credit: Beatrice Penny-Touré, Bradley Jaden, Killian Donnelly, and Shan Ako. (Photos by Daviel Boud and Danny Kaan)
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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