The Drama of Celebrity Casting
Celebrities are now a vital part of the West End economy, with even the biggest shows shoe-horning in famous faces in order to attract the audience numbers. Once reserved for only struggling shows, now new shows are trying to get the biggest name on board from the start, but at what cost? Have you ever been let down by a celebrity onstage, or do you think we need more famous faces in the West End?
The Musicals of Boublil and Schonberg
Boublil and Schonberg are responsible for some of the world's most famous musicals, including the huge hits 'Les Miserables' and 'Miss Saigon'. Their music has been heard all over the world and continues to be popular in new productions. We took a look at some of their lesser known musicals to discover what it is about this duo that make them so universally appealing.
Top 10 Past Les Mis Stars
After a record breaking 27 years in the West End, earning the title of the world's longest running musical, Les Miserables has seen thousands of cast members come through its doors. We thought it would be fun to try and remember our favourites from over the years to decide who is the number 1 Les Mis star. Do you agree with our results? Read on and see!
