Did Anne Hathaway sing in Les Misérables?
Did Anne Hathaway sing in Les Misérables? She told a story working on long “Les Miserables” rehearsals with director Tom Hooper. Jackman (Jean Valjean) and Hathaway (Fantine) sang every take live in the film, which would go on to win three Oscars (including best supporting actress for Hathaway, while Jackman was nominated for best actor).
Is Les Mis a true story?
Les Misérables was inspired in part by the true story of Eugène-François Vidocq, who turned a criminal career into an anti-crime industry. He created the Bureau des Renseignements, said to be the world’s first detective agency, in 1833, though he himself continued to be pursued by police.
Who has played Jean Valjean on stage?
| Colm Wilkinson | Jean Valjean | Original London Cast Original Broadway Cast |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Maguire | Enjolras | Original Broadway Cast |
| Judy Kuhn | Cosette | Original Broadway Cast |
| Anthony Crivello | Grantaire | Original Broadway Cast |
| Adam Searles | Gavroche | Replacement London Cast |
Who is the main female lead in Les Misérables?
Fantine is played by Natalie Summers. Natalie is no stranger to the Picketwire stage, but this is her first lead role. She felt she was at a point in her life where her children are a little older and she is able to take on something extra.
