Les Misérables Returns: A New Dream Dreamed in Spectacular Production

<img src="http://www.gaycalgary.com/images/articles/5744_DVT0YU8D_thumb.jpg" alt="Cafe and Matt Shingledecker as Enjolras"/><p>Since 1980 <i>Les Misérables</i> has been seen by over 70 million people. One of the longest running Broadway and West End shows of all time, a new twist on the classic production is currently touring North America, stopping in Calgary until July 22^nd.</p> <br /><p>Based on Victor Hugo’s novel, <i>Les Miz</i> as it is known by fans is set in France in the early 19th century. It is the story of Jean Valjean (Nick Cartell), a French peasant on his quest for redemption. Along the way Valjean, his adopted daughter Cosette (Jillian Butler) and a number of other characters are swept up in the French Revolution.</p> <br /><p>This particular production has a local twist. Born in Chicago, ensemble...</p>