Critical Reaction

Critical Reaction

"Les Misérables has become an unmistakable part of our theatregoing consciousness."
– Talkin' Broadway

"On the most basic level... the show is a marvel of skillful adaptation. The French authors merit an honorary degree in narrative surgery for their abridgment, which loses nothing crucial in the plot, and for the clarity of the storytelling."
– Variety

"One of the reasons for the overwhelming popularity is that the majesty of Hugo's story, adapted here by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg, is matched by the majesty of their score. Its melodies are as grandiose as the story, stirring, tuneful and totally capturing the emotion of the moment."
– Associated Press