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Meet the West End cast of Les Misérables
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(Updated on 16 May 2025)
Les Misérables is one of the longest-running musicals in the West End and has been impressing audiences across the globe with its heart-wrenching story. Meet the cast that has been breaking audiences' hearts and taking them on an emotional journey through the French Revolution. Check out the cast below.
### **Who plays Jean Valjean in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Ian Mcintosh** plays ex-prisoner Jean Valjean in the West End. Before taking on this iconic role, Mcintosh embarked on the UK tour of *Jesus Christ Superstar*, playing the titular role. He previously won an Olivier Award for his role in *Beautiful: The Carole King* for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, portraying Barry Mann
### **Who plays Javert in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Stewart Clarke** plays the stubborn Javert in the West End. Clarke previously played the role of Ernst Ludwig in [*Cabaret*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/cabaret-london-tickets), and also played the role of The Squip in the Broadway hit *Be More Chill*.
### **Who plays Marius in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Jacob Dachtler** plays love-struck Marius in the West End. Dachtler originated the role of Jacob Fry in *Babies*, and portrayed Adam in *MAMMA MIA! The Party*.
### **Who plays Cosette in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Annabelle Aquino** plays Fantine’s innocent and kind-hearted daughter, Cosette. Les Misérables is her West End debut.
### **Who plays Fantine in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Katie Hall** plays the strong-willed and resilient Fantine in the West End. Hall’s previous credits include [*The Phantom of the Opera*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/phantom-of-the-opera-tickets) and *West Side Story*.
### **Who plays Eponine in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Amena El-Kindy** plays the dejected Eponine in the West End. El-Kindy’s previous credits include *Beautiful – The Carole King Musical* and *Robin Hood: The Legend*.
**Who’s in the current West End Les Misérables cast **
**Cameron Mackintosh's** critically acclaimed production, Les Misérables, first opened in 1985 at the Barbican Theatre. It then moved to the Sondheim Theatre in 2004 and has been playing there since. **Ian Mcintosh** takes on the role of Jean Valjean, while **Stewart Clarke** plays his opposition as Javert.
The West End cast of Les Misérables is completed by The West End cast of Les Misérables is completed by **Luke Kempner** (Thenardier), **Claire Machin** (Madame Thenardier), **Matt Bateman** (Bamatabois/Babet), **Emily Olive Boyd** (Madame), **Daniel J. Brian** (Jean Prouvaire), **Robson Broad** (Enjolras), **Adam Colbeck-Dunn** (Grantaire), **Irfan Damani** (Lesgles), **Matt Hayden** (Montparnasse/Pimp), **Christopher Jacobsen** (Combeferre), **Jessica Johns-Parsons** (Factory Girl), **Matthew McConnell** (Courfeyrac), **Ben Oatley** (Joly), **Adam Pearce** (Bishop of Digne/Brujon), **Jordan Simon Pollard** (Factory Foreman/Claquesous) and **Jonathan Stevens** (Feuilly). The role of Gavroche is shared between **Cian Bhalla, Alfie Buck, Harrison Fox, Harry Georgiou, Tommy McGovern** and **Samuel Sturge**. The role of Little Cosette is shared between **Maya Marinova, Angelica Quynh-An Nguyen** with the role of Young Eponine shared between **Ava-Mae Barry, Jena Osman** and **Lola Patel.**
### **Who was in the original Les Misérables West End cast? **
When the award-winning production first debuted in London at the Barbican, the show became an instant hit. The initial three-month run sold out, with the incredible cast bringing this heartbreaking story to life with incredible vocals and force. The cast included **Colm Wilkinson**, known for his roles as Judas in *Jesus Christ Superstar,* as well as for originating the role of the Phantom in *Phantom of the Opera* with **Andrew Lloyd Webber**. Also in the cast was **Roger Allam**, best known for his career in film, including *The Iron Lady* and *The Queen*. He won Olivier Awards for his roles as Falstaff in *Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2* and Captain Terri Denis in *Privates on Parade*. The role of Fantine was played by **Patti LuPone** (*Evita*), **Frances Ruffelle** (*Les Misérables*), and **Rebecca Caine** (*My Fair Lady*) in the role of Eponine.
### **Les Misérables West End creatives **
Bringing together this epic production is world-renowned producer **Cameron Mackintosh**, known for *The Phantom of the Opera* and *Cats*, with director **James Powell** and **Laurence Connor**. Lighting designer **Paule Constable**, sound designer **Mick Potter**, and costume designers **Christine Rowland** and **Paul Wills**.
Don’t miss the chance to see Victor Hugo’s historical novel brought to life on stage in this epic production, which has been captivating audiences for over 35 years.
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