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Meet the West End cast of Les Misérables
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(Updated on 1 May 2026)
*[Les Misérables](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/les-miserables-tickets)* 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?**
**Sam Oladeinde** plays the stubborn Javert in the West End. Oladeinde previously played Aaron Burr in the Original UK & Ireland Tour of [*Hamilton*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/hamilton-west-end-tickets), and the original West End cast of *The Prince of Egypt* .
### **Who plays Marius in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Thiago Phillip Felizardo** plays love-struck Marius in the West End. This marks his West End debut!
### **Who plays Cosette in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Izzi Levine** 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?**
**Martha Kirby **plays the strong-willed and resilient Fantine in the West End. Hall’s previous credits include *Evita* and *The Last Five Years*.
### **Who plays Eponine in the West End cast of Les Misérables?**
**Jess Folley **plays the dejected Eponine in the West End. Folley recently starred as Ali in the world premiere of *Burlesque: The Musical* at the Savoy Theatre. She won *The Voice Kids UK* before winning *X Factor: The Band*.
### **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 **Sam Oladeinde** 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 **Harry Hepple** (Thenardier), **Lizzie Bea** (Madame Thenardier), **Irfan Damani** (Babet), **Lila Falce Bass** (Madame), **Noah Thallon** (Jean Prouvaire), **Joe Griffiths-Brown** (Enjolras), **William Pennington** (Grantaire/Pimp), **Jordan Simon Pollard** (Bamatabois/Lesgles), **Sean Keany** (Montparnasse/Factory Foreman), **Nicholas Carter** (Combeferre), **Jessica Johns-Parsons** (Factory Girl), **Matthew McConnell** (Courfeyrac), **Lewis Renninson** (Joly), **Adam Pearce** (Bishop of Digne/Brujon), **Chris Kiely** (Claquesous) and **Ollie Llewelyn-Williams** (Feuilly). The role of Gavroche is shared between **Jago Agrawal**, Fred Burston, **Finlay Gamble**, **Arthur Hill**, **Sammy Jones**, **Sonny Jones**, and **Zayne Tayabali**. The role of Little Cosette is shared between **Lola Judd**, **Scarlett Lindsey**, and **Alexis Mak Whitehead**, with the role of Young Eponine shared between **Penelope Akane Vernon, Marissa Raymond** and **Elle Robson**.
### **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](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/phantom-of-the-opera-tickets)* 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 *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 40 years.
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