Boublil, Alain, and Claude-Michel Sch†nberg.
Les Misérables.
With Golm Wilkinson, Roger Allam, Michael Ball, and Rebecca Caine. Cond. Martin Koch. Original London Cast. Exallshow Ltd., 1985.
A recording of the beautiful and textually-accurate Tony Award-winning musical. Excellent for listening activities.
Fabrikant, Geraldine. “‘Misérables’ Already a Financial Hit.”
New York Times
2 Mar. 1987: Cll.
An explanation for the Broadway musical’s popularity and its ranking with other successful musicals. Photos included.
Gerard, Jeremy. “The Hunter and the Hunted.”
New York Times
8 Mar. 1987: Hl+.
A discussion of the dynamics between Valjean and Javert as depicted in the Broadway musical. Large photo of the two characters included.
Holden, Stephen. “Baritone at the Barricades.”
New York Times
22 Mar. 1987: H5.
Focuses on the young students at the barricades as depicted in the Broadway musical. Includes photo of Enjolras.
Kroll, Jack, and Constance Guthrie. “A Show of Shows.”
Newsweek
30 Mar. 1987: 62-67.
A colorful spread on the Broadway musical.