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SUMMARY:Les Miserables: Presented by Ladies College
DESCRIPTION:Les Misérables is one of Victor Hugo’s most popular novels, however not many of its global fan base will know that it was written and published while Hugo was living in Guernsey.\nIt was reportedly an instant success when it was published in French in 1862 and continued to gain traction throughout the years as the story was adapted for stage and screen.\n2025 not only sees Les Misérables celebrate its 40th anniversary on the West End but also marks 170 years since Victor Hugo’s arrival in Guernsey.\nIn honour of this, The Ladies’ College has chosen the story that represents a dynamic breadth of Parisian society as their annual production, with students set to perform in January 2025.\nThe cast preparing for the show\nDirector and Head of Drama, Maggie King, said there are several reasons why it is important to celebrate Les Misérables, including the need to raise awareness for taking a stand like Victor Hugo when he was exiled in Guernsey.\n“As much as there is historical significance, it is based on real events – these are emotions that we all go through now, that unrequited love, that feeling that you need to take a stand or do the right thing or what’s in your heart despite outward influences,” Mrs King said.\n“That is one of the reasons why this story has stood the test of time because it’s so universal, and so important for us to celebrate and tell this story again.”\nStudents have been rehearsing since the start of the school year and will take on the roles of Hugo’s characters Jean Valjean, Madame Thenardier and Eponine.\nIsabella, 16, said: “[Preparing to play Jean Valjean], I have seen the movie and have started to read the original book by Victor Hugo.”\nCo-star Issy, 16, added that she found her character Eponine to be very complex but crucial in sending a message.\n“Eponine has lots of different emotions and it’s about connecting to that. She’s a bit playful but also quite sad that the person she loves doesn’t love her back and is oblivious, so, I think it’s a tough balance in between,” Issy said.\n“I think it’s important that we do the play in Guernsey – it really brings it back home and we’re all proud of it being a part of our heritage.”\nThe stage show is one of the longest running on the West End and one of the most popular musicals worldwide, seen by over 130 million people in 53 countries and performed in 22 languages.\nThe Victor Hugo Centre will build on Hugo’s rich legacy in literature, drama, and art by becoming a hub for local creatives. It will provide a space where ambitious young local talent can take centre stage, where artists can draw inspiration from Hugo’s work, and where the community can celebrate the arts together.\nIn supporting the centre, the island can ensure that Guernsey continues to be a place where creativity thrives.\n
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