Storyline
Les Misérables is the world’s longest running musical — a true modern classic based on Victor Hugo’s novel and featuring one of the most memorable scores of all time. The multi-award-winning Les Misérables is as groundbreaking today as it was when it first premiered in London in 1985.
In nineteenth century France, Jean Valjean is released from years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a lifelong struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who refuses to believe Valjean can change his ways. Finally, during the Paris student uprising of 1832, Javert must confront his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves that of the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean’s adopted daughter.
While Les Misérables: School Edition has been adapted for young performers, it retains the full story, major themes, and emotional impact of the original musical.
The production runs approximately 2½ hours, including intermission. Parents and guardians are encouraged to consider the show’s length and content when bringing younger children.
Creative Team
Jillian Gray
Guest Artist - Director
Jillian Gray was last seen in the 2017 and current Broadway National Tour of Les Miserables (Female Swing/Vacation Swing) and currently the title role of Nemo in the Opening cast of Disney’s Finding Nemo-The Big Blue and Beyond in Walt Disney World. Regional Theatre: Titanic (Kate McGowan), Evita (Mistress), Les Miserables (Cosette US) Joseph…, JCS. Marymount Manhattan College Alum. Represented by Hudson Artists Agency.
Lindsay Wood Hose
Guest Artist - Choreographer
Lindsay Wood Hose is a choreographer and performer with a career spanning Broadway, National Tour, and regional theater. Choreography credits include Lilly and the Pirates at Orlando Family Stage, Big Fish at Theater at St. Luke’s, Finding Nemo Jr. at Orlando Family Stage, Whiskey and at Orlando Fringe Festival, and the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Applause Awards at the Dr. Phillips Center.
As a performer, Lindsay has served as Dance Captain/Swing for Wicked on Broadway and the National Tour, as well as Dance Captain for Finding Nemo the Musical and Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond. Other favorite performance credits include Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue, Oklahoma! at Fulton Opera House, and dre.dance contemporary dance company in New York City. For my pirate-loving Perry and for MY Lily.
J. Scott Handley
Artistic Director
J. Scott Handley most recently served as the Executive Director, Founder, Music Director, and Vocal Coach for the non-profit organization, Broadway Method Academy (BMA). The company grew from his private voice studio attracting students from all over the tri-state area seeking elite musical theater training. At BMA, he implemented an educational partnership with the prestigious Westport Country Playhouse. In 2002, Handley became department chair of musical theater at Regional Center for the Arts in Southern Connecticut. Many of his students have won awards including the National Jimmy Awards and have gone on to receive degrees in Musical Theater at the top musical theater programs in the nation. Handley is an accomplished collaborative artist, having worked with Alice Ripley, Klea Blackhurst, Nicholas Rodriguez, Meredith Inglesby, Steve Blanchard and Noah Rickets to name a few! He holds a BA from the Florida State University College of Music.
Alison B. Grimes
Music Director
ALISON B. GRIMES, YAT’s Music Director received her Bachelor’s degree in Music from Florida State University as a voice and piano major studying with such notable artists as David Wingate and Edward Kilenyi. She has been the Musical Director, Pianist and Vocal Coach for Young Actors Theatre since 1979 and serves as Pianist and Assistant Director at Fellowship Baptist Church. At YAT, Ms. Grimes is heavily involved in long-term planning with regard to season, secondary and touring shows. With over 43 years of performing, directing and teaching experience; she has countless performances and over 100 productions to her credit. Mrs. Grimes also has a diploma in Writing for Children and Teenagers. She has been awarded in Who’s Who in Music and the Extraordinary Performing Artists of America.
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