'Les Misérables' To Be Tackled by SMCHS Thespians

Santa Margarita Catholic students will raise their voices in celebration of one of the greatest works in theatrical history as they present Les Misérables: School Edition this week.

Based on Victor Hugo's powerful novel of transformation and redemption, students will bring the story to life on stage in the school's Eagle Dome Theater.

Filled with beautiful ballads and rousing anthems, the performance will also showcase the school's 30-piece orchestra playing the Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg score alongside professional musicians. The theatre cast of more than 35 students includes seasoned senior thespians.

Richard Kinsey, who was awarded Broadway Best Supporting Actor for his role in Les Misérables, met with cast and crew last week to provide his insight into the characters and story of Les Misérables from his own experience playing Javert on Broadway, as well as with a national touring company and company in Singapore.

The Les Misérables cast includes award-winning vocalist and senior Grant Yosenick as Jean Valjean. Other award-winning cast members include J.P. Jennings as Javert, Kelly Christensen and Veronica Thompson as Fantine, Carrie Dubeau and Veronique Poutre as Eponine, Daniel Velasquez as Marius, Marisa DiCamillo and Alexandra Rupp as Cosette.

Les Misérables School Edition runs April 26-28 at 7 p.m., and April 29 at 2 p.m.  Adult tickets are $17 and students are $15. For tickets and more information visit smhs.org/lesmiserabes.