Les Misérables Announcement

In a special collaboration, Brighton Theatre Group is honoured to announce they are one of the 11 UK wide lead societies invited to produce for the first time ever: “The UK Amateur Premières of LES MISERABLES “LET THE PEOPLE SING” In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical with lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer.

Brighton Theatre Group are delighted to be working collaboratively with Brighton & Hove Operatic Society, The Rattonians, Worthing Musical Theatre Company on this incredibly exciting community project aimed at celebrating the worldwide phenomenon.

Cameron Mackintosh commented: “As we approach the extraordinary landmark of the 40th record-breaking year of the iconic musical’s London run, alongside countless productions around the world, we are delighted to invite 11 of our leading amateur companies in the UK to stage, for the first time, the entire show in their own productions. This will involve many hundreds of amateur performers around the country, becoming part of our own yearlong celebrations.

The success of this much-loved musical was famously made by the public - not the early critics - so what better way to enjoy this unprecedented event, than Let the People Sing!”

The production will take place at Brighton and Hove’s beautiful Theatre Royal Brighton from Wednesday 13 – Saturday 23 August 2025 for 12 performances.

Open auditions will be held in late 2024 with show meeting and casting information to be announced in September 2024 via Brighton Theatre Group and Theatre Royal Brighton’s social media platforms.

Keith Shepherd, Chairman of Brighton Theatre Group, said: “What a privilege to be involved in this wonderful project! As the last of the 11 productions in August 2025 we’re giving our local community plenty of notice and hope you all share our excitement about this once in a generation opportunity.”

Keith Shepherd, Chairman - Brighton Theatre Group

Michelle Newton, Chairman - Brighton & Hove Operatic Society

Mark Adams, Director - The Rattonians

Lorraine Palmer, Chairman - Worthing Musical Theatre Company

For further press information please contact:

Keith Shepherd | Chairman | Brighton Theatre Group | chairman@brightontg.com