The Special International Production Arrives in Japan, performed in English, for the First Time!
Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the London Premiere
As part of the ongoing LES MISÉRABLES: WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR, the highly anticipated Japan premiere of this special international version arrives in summer 2025. Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the original London production, this epic staging brings Cameron Mackintoshʼs critically acclaimed production of Boublil and Schönbergʼs Les Misérables to life on a scale never before seen in Japan, led by an internationally acclaimed cast.
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Theatrical Spectacle
Featuring a richly orchestrated live score, intricately designed sets, and stunning lighting effects, this landmark production vividly brings Victor Hugoʼs timeless tale of love, hope, revolution, and redemption to the stage.
Performed in English with Japanese subtitles, it reintroduces all of the beloved characters and legendary musical numbers in a dazzling new form.
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, this unforgettable theatrical experience is sure to leave a lasting impression on audiences of all generations.
【Creative】
Book by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg
Based on the novel “Les Misérables” by Victor Hugo
Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Original Produced by Cameron Mackintosh
【Cast】
Killian Donnelly ／ Gerónimo Rauch as Jean Valjean
Bradley Jaden ／ Jeremy Secomb as Javert
Channah Hewitt as Fantine
Nathania Ong as Éponine
Will Callan as Marius
Beatrice Penny-Touré ／ Lulu-Mae Pears as Cosette
Luke Kempner as Thenardier
Linzi Hateley as Madame Thenardier
Joe Griffiths-Brown as Enjolras
Earl Carpenter as Bishop of Digne
Adam Robert Lewis as Factory Foreman
Owain Williams as Bamatabois / Claquesous
Connor Jones as Grantaire
Harry Grant Smith as Feuilly
Jonathon Bentley as Combeferre
Andrew Maxwell as Courfeyrac
James Sillman as Joly
Louis Emmanuel as Jean Prouvaire
Geddy Stringer as Lesgles
Michael Burgen as Babet
Shaun Dalton as Brujon
Abel Law as Montparnasse
Daniel Koek as Warnings
Ciaran Rodger, Jonathan David Dudley, Harry Dunnett as Swing
Mary-Jean Caldwell as Factory Girl
Jill Nalder as Old Woman
Lisa Peace as Wig Maker
Helen Walsh as Madame
Olivia Brereton / Gabriel Commings as Innekeeper's Wife
Amelia Broadway, Jo Stephenson, Charlie Geoghegan, Beth Curnock, Rebecca Bolton, Rosy Church as Ensemble
Jade Davies, Georgie Lovatt as Swing
Ebrahim Joof ／ Reggie Kempson ／ Oliver Maurice ／ Jett Moises ／ Theo Wake as Gavroche
Nene Arakawa ／ Yumeka Uchi ／ Luna Tomo as Little Cosette
*Jean Valjean: Killian Donnelly is scheduled to appear until 17 August. After that, Gerónimo Rauch will appear throughout the Japanese tour.
*Javert: Bradley Jaden is scheduled to appear until 24 August. After that, Jeremy Secomb will appear throughout the Japanese performance period.
*Cosette: Beatrice Penny-Touré is scheduled to appear until 24 August. After that, Lulu-Mae Pears will appear throughout the Japanese performance period.
※Due to unexpected circumstances such as illness, there is a possibility that the cast may change, and we cannot guarantee the appearance of any cast member. Please note that we cannot refund tickets or change the performance date due to cast changes.
※Live music, performed in English with Japanese subtitles.
※The cast may change due to unavoidable circumstances.
※Tickets will not be refunded unless the performance is cancelled.
【Running Time】
approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one intermission.
(updated on 7 August)
※If you arrive after the show has started, you will not be allowed to enter the auditorium for approximately 12 minutes.Entry will only be permitted during a break between musical numbers.
※No filming and/or photography is allowed during the performance until the bows begin.
From the bows onwards we allow the audience to film and take photographs.
※Please note that this production contains strobe lighting, theatrical haze and simulated gunshots.
(add on 8 August)
※Waving flags or engaging in any dangerous or disruptive behavior inside the theatre is strictly prohibited. Anyone found engaging in such conduct will be asked to leave the venue immediately.
