Les Misérables
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The broad canvas of Hugo's novel has been adapted for numerous films and a long-running Broadway (see also Broadway) musical (usually known as Les Miz).
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But his wish list of non-woke repertory, which also included Les Misérables and The Phantom of the Opera, draws on an attachment that predates his entry into national politics: Broadway musicals.
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
The role that propelled her to fame - Eponine in Les Misérables - was only possible because she was able to skip the audition process entirely.
From BBC ● May 4, 2026
"Who wasn't moved by that?" he says about the 2009 viral clip of the Scottish singer performing I Dreamed A Dream from Les Misérables on the talent show.
From BBC ● Dec. 16, 2025
At a young age, Bailey was an actor in the Royal Shakespeare Company and appeared in West End productions like "Les Misérables."
From Salon ● Dec. 9, 2024
They had never even seen Les Misérables, for crying out loud!
From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio
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