Les Misérables School Edition is a version of the classic musical by Alain Boubil and Claude-Michel Schöneberg, based on the novel by Victor Hugo. The music is by Claude-Michel Schöneberg, with lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer. The show features original French text by Alain Boubil and Jean-Marc Natel, with additional material by James Fenton. It is adapted by Trevor Nunn and John Caird, with original orchestrations by John Cameron, new orchestrations by Christopher Janke, Stephen Metcalfe and Stephen Brooker. Les Misérables was originally produced by Cameron Mackintosh. The School Edition is specially adapted and licensed by Music Theatre International and Cameron Mackintosh (Overseas) Ltd.
“Les Misérables is one of the most popular musicals in the world and features one ofthe most memorable scores of all time. Through their production, these students are playing their own part in an epic piece of musical theatre history while offering their own take on themes like revolution, free speech, conviction and redemption. We hope you’ll join us in giving them a standing ovation!” says Drew Cohen, president of Music Theatre International.
Winner of over 100 international awards, and seen by 8.5 million people in New York alone during its run from March, 1987, through May, 2003, Les Misérables is the world’s longest running musical and the third longest running musical in Broadway history. Worldwide, the musical has been seen by over 70 million people, with a total box office gross of over $1.8 billion.
The show once again made history by becoming the first musical ever to become available for school productions while still playing on Broadway, in the West End and in productions around the world. MTI released the authorized school version of the award-winning musical in 2003, which, according to Dramatics Magazine, was the number one produced musical in high schools that year.
This epic story of Les Misérables recounts the struggle against adversity in 19th century France. Imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread, petty thief Jean Valjean is released from his 19-year term and not only becomes and honest man, but the mayor of a prosperous town and a loving adoptive father – violating his parole in the process. The relentless Inspector Javert, who makes a decent life for Valjean impossible, consequently pursues him. Only years later, after Valjean proves his mettle during a bloody student uprising and saves the life of a young man hopelessly in love with Valjean’s adopted daughter, does the ex-convict finally feel fully redeemed.
Ticket Info:
Adults: $10 pre-purchased, $13 at the door
Students: $8 pre-purchased, $11 at the door
Children (12 and younger): $6 pre-purchased, $9 at the door
Performances:
November 20, 21, and 22 at 7pm
Hunt Middle School Auditorium
Concessions and merchandise available!
More info and ticket portal: Les Misérables
BHS Drama Website: https://onthestage.tickets/burlington-high-school-drama
BHS Drama Club Mission Statement
To provide a safe, welcoming, and creative environment for all students, regardless of race/nationality/ethnicity, sexuality, religion/faith, socio-economic background, body type, gender identity, or ability. To create high-quality theatre for Burlington High School and the larger Burlington community. To create a space of laughter, play, challenge, and inspiration.
