Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Les Misérables, the celebrated musical by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, is returning to the stage of the San Diego Civic Theatre for a special run from September 16 through 21.
Set in 19th-century France, the story unfolds as an epic of broken dreams, unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption, framed by the struggle for justice and hope in the face of adversity. Based on Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel of the same name, the tale endures as a timeless testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
The score of Les Misérables is considered one of the most memorable in modern musical theatre. Songs such as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” and “One Day More” have transcended the stage to become part of popular culture.
Since its 1980 premiere in Paris and its subsequent London debut in 1985 under Mackintosh’s production, the musical has become a cultural phenomenon. It has been seen by more than 130 million people in 53 countries and translated into 22 languages, making it one of the most successful and recognized productions in the history of musical theatre.
The San Diego season will feature eight performances: Tuesday, September 16 at 7:00 p.m.; Wednesday, September 17 at 7:00 p.m.; Thursday, September 18 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, September 19 at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, September 20 with two shows at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; and Sunday, September 21 at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
This return to the San Diego Civic Theatre is part of an international tour organized by The Nederlander Organization.