Rated: PG-13
August 14 at 7pm
August 15 at 2pm and 7pm
August 16 at 2pm
Performed entirely by students
A musical by ALAIN BOUBILL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHONBERG
Base on the novel by VICTOR HUGO
Music by CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHONBERG
Lyrics by HERBERY KRETZMER
Original French text by ALAIN BOUBIL and JEAN-MARC NATEL
Additional materials by JAMES FENTON
Adapted by TREVOR NUNN and JOHN CAIRD
Original Orchestrations by JOHN CAMERON
New Orchestrations by CHRISTOPHER JAHNKE,STEPHEN METCALFE, and STEPHEN BROOKER
Originally Produced by CAMERON MACKINTOSH
School Edition specially adapted and licensed by MUSICAL THEATRE INTERNATIONAL and CAMERON MACKINTOSH (OVERSEAS) LTD
Themes and Content Warning:
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Violence & Death:
The story includes scenes of revolutionary fighting, gunfire, and deaths of several characters (often portrayed theatrically but still emotionally intense). -
Poverty & Suffering:
Depictions of extreme poverty, homelessness, and social injustice are central to the story. -
Prostitution:
One major character, Fantine, is forced into prostitution to survive. Her situation is referenced and implied but not explicitly shown; however, it can be emotionally heavy. -
Language:
Generally mild, but a few lines may include coarse or harsh expressions, depending on the adaptation. -
Alcohol & Innuendo:
Comic relief scenes with the Thénardiers include drunkenness, theft, and sexual innuendo played for humor. -
Emotional Intensity:
Themes of death, redemption, and sacrifice can be quite moving and sometimes distressing for younger viewers.