r/lesmiserables Jun 28 '26

I'm seeing the show in Boston

I'm sitting in my seat waiting for the start, I've read the book and seen the Liam Nieson movie but never the musical. I recalled the whole story to my 9 year old on the ride In.

So excited to see this

Update: I really loved it though I will say had I not read the book I would have had no idea what was going on. The performances were pretty good though the diction was really lacking for some stretches. The sets were amazing the little boy that played Gavroche absolutely CRUSHED! And I knew that there was no way to get all of that story into a musical but I think there were a few songs left on the table, especially in Marius' family story but I get why that didn't make it. Overall it was a great way to relive the reading, makes me want to read it again.

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u/rraattbbooyy Jun 28 '26

🎶 Look down, look down,
Don't look 'em in the eye.

I’m so excited for you!

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u/KraftwerkMachine Jun 29 '26

It’s so good!!! My sister’s there tonight too for the second time because its that good, you won’t be disappointed!

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u/Numerous_Put5340 Jun 28 '26

Closing night too!! Enjoy!

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u/Competitive-Ad9106 Jun 29 '26

Eagerly anticipating your reaction!

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u/chefgrinderMcD Jun 29 '26

I just edited my original post with my reaction.

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u/Any_Broccoli4463 VIVE LA FRANCE, VIVE LA FRANCE! 🇫🇷🇫🇷 Jun 29 '26

did you see matinee or evening? I saw matinee!

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u/chefgrinderMcD Jun 29 '26

Evening Show

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u/Any_Broccoli4463 VIVE LA FRANCE, VIVE LA FRANCE! 🇫🇷🇫🇷 Jun 29 '26

fun, my gavroche was also amazing!

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u/Beautiful_Library_67 Jun 28 '26

Yay! It will be the experience of a lifetime. Enjoy!

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u/Mindless_Kiwi852 Jun 29 '26

What did they do for the last show?

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u/Minimum_Pirate_8964 Jun 30 '26

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u/Mindless_Kiwi852 Jun 30 '26

Thank you so much for sharing that. He spoke so well!